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HomeReal Evidence That ‘Hope Springs Eternal’
Posted by Larry Doyle on May 21st, 2011 6:23 AM |
The world did not end today. In fact, America begins today anew as a land steeped in greatness. What makes America great?
Plenty of things but wouldn’t you agree that at our core, the true greatness of America is founded upon our competitive spirit and sense of optimism? I strongly believe that.
That said, I fully acknowledge that our national spirit and optimistic outlook have taken real hits and have been undermined over the recent past. However, I wake this morning to a glorious sunshine here in Connecticut and real evidence that for our nation ‘hope springs eternal’.
Are you wondering where I see this evidence? Is it deeply embedded in a forward looking research piece on our economy? No, not there. How about indications of an economic rebound projected by the best analytical models? Nope, I do not see the evidence there either.
Then where you may ask do I see a fabulous example and real evidence that all of America can and should embrace that the indomitable American spirit lives and better days are ahead? Let’s look no further than what transpired just last evening. As reported by every credible media outlet this morning,
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 Chi. Cubs |
5 | Final |
 |
 Boston |
15 | |
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 N.Y. Mets |
2 | Final |
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 N.Y. Yankees |
1 | |
| EAST | W | L | PCT | GB | HOME | ROAD | RS | RA | DIFF | STRK | L10 |
| Tampa Bay | 25 | 20 | .556 | – | 11-13 | 14-7 | 191 | 168 | +23 | Lost 2 | 5-5 |
| Boston | 24 | 20 | .545 | .5 | 15-9 | 9-11 | 201 | 194 | +7 | Won 7 | 8-2 |
| NY Yankees | 23 | 20 | .535 | 1 | 13-12 | 10-8 | 219 | 179 | +40 | Lost 1 | 3-7 |
| Toronto | 22 | 22 | .500 | 2.5 | 10-10 | 12-12 | 199 | 189 | +10 | Lost 1 | 7-3 |
| Baltimore | 19 | 24 | .442 | 5 | 10-14 | 9-10 | 171 | 218 | -47 | Lost 4 | 5-5 |
With these developments just last evening, the Boston Red Sox, which had started the season with a 2-10 record, have now overtaken the Evil Empire, aka The New York Yankees, in the American League East standings. Yes, boys and girls, the world did not end today as many had projected and ‘hope springs eternal’.
Life is good and at least for today, all is well.
Enjoy the weekend and …GO SOX…or dare I say, GO SAWX!!
To add a nice twist on the legend that makes baseball a great part of our national spirit, check out the love along with the mutual disdain for the Yankees captured in this short clip:
Larry Doyle
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I have no affiliation or business interest with any entity referenced in this commentary. The opinions expressed are my own. I am a proponent of real transparency within our markets so that investor confidence and investor protection can be achieved.
July 4, 2010: Remembrances and Celebrations
Posted by Larry Doyle on July 4th, 2010 9:02 AM |
Let’s take a day off from thinking about our steep slope and challenging terrain as we navigate the economic landscape. Today is a day of remembrances and celebration.
I remember the love and dedication my father-in-law had for our great nation. He would cherish this day as he would attend his local 4th of July parade to salute the nation he loved. Never one to complain about what our nation should do or could do, my father-in-law saw the beauty and opportunity provided by our great land and he embraced it. He appreciated the values and fiber that made our land the beacon amidst the storm. He resonated with real pride, and his deeply sincere and friendly demeanor were infectious. I love him and miss him. I hope those who read this can feel his pride and will share it. He truly represented the best of America.
I also remember my own Dad today. I will be visiting him in the hospital today as he deals with and recovers from recent surgery. His love of family, his determination, his integrity, and his ethic are the rocks and mortar on which every member of my family has forged our own lives. He speaks with such pride of his family and the stories of his descendants coming to this nation. His awe of his great grandfather Mike Doyle who came to this land as a teen from Ireland back in the mid-1800s is a motivating force for me and all my siblings. His signature farewell is “Keep punchin’.” He embodies real American spirit and virtues.
Behind great men, such as my father-in-law and my Dad, stand even better women. My mother-in-law and my Mom are the glue. As is my own beloved. I love these women.
What is the common thread here? Love. We love each other. We love our families. We love helping people. We love our nation. That to me is what the 4th of July is all about.
I hope you are able to share this day with your loved ones remembering and celebrating that which brings us together and makes us a proud and great land.
LD
