My favorite sport, and my Idol

I actually wanted to write about this long time ago, but haven't until this time of month.

On January 29, I heard one of the saddest news ever, is that my favorite football player is retiring.

His name is Kurt Warner, he is a former NFL quarterback. I have been following him since I was in Matthayom 2. It could be said that I grew up idolizing him, since he is one of the first real-life inspirational stories I have known.

His story is amazing. It is not just about his talent playing football. I can say that the way he live his life can be inspiration to everybody looking for a real prototype person. The one who dedicated his lives to others on and off the field.

Kurt Warner had a rough start coming into the league. In 1994, he was not drafted by any NFL team. He signed a free agent with Green Bay Packers to be their 4th QB on the roster, only to be cut by a team a few weeks later.

However, that does not stop him from realizing his dream. During the time he was out of job, Kurt was working bagging groceries on a night shift at Hy-Vee while looking for another football gig. He worked there for a few months before finally land a job with an upstart Iowa Barnstormers of the Arena Football League. This league is where he finally showcased his talent. He was one of the best player there for 3 years before finally land another opportunity with an NFL team.

First, it was with Chicago Bears. However, he suffered an injury during honeymoon. Then it was with the St. Louis Rams, where he signed a contract to be their 3rd string QB in 1997. He was sent to NFL Europe for a season before coming back as a 3rd QB.

His opportunity finally came in 1999 season. He was elevated to backup role, then to the starting role after the team's starter, Trent Green, went down with a knee injury that kept him out of sideline for the rest of the season. In the 1999 season, he went from national curiosity to become an NFL superstar within 4 months. Kurt captured an MVP award, as well as leading his team to become a world champion in the same season.

Between 1999-2001 season, the St. Louis Rams was known as the greatest show on turf because of their electrifying offense, led by all-pro QB in Kurt Warner, Running Back Marshall Faulk and Speedy receivers Isaac Bruce and Torry Holt. I came to know the team during the 2001 season when I watch the reruns of St. Louis Rams and Philadelphia Eagles game. I remember how much fun I had watching the Rams team. Their move still stuck on my mind these days.

The 2001 season ended with the Rams losing Super Bowl to New England Patriots in a closing match. Again, I remembered how sad I was that time. Since then, Warner suffered a hand injury, he was replaced by his backup Marc Bulger. Since 2005, the Rams has gone downhill to a one-win team in 2009 season.

However, this is not the end of the road for Kurt. He was then released in 2003 season, found himself sitting back and forth between football field and the bench. He was a mentor to 2 first -round pick QBs before finally on a starting in 2008 season.

The 2008 season was his next breakout season. That year, the Arizona Cardinals had one of the best passing offense in the league. The team advanced to Super Bowl before losing to the Pittsburgh Steelers in one of the most exciting Super Bowl ever, and I watched that game several times also.

Then Warner would play for another season. The Arizona Cardinals would advance to playoffs before losing to the New Orleans Saints, an eventual champion on divisional round. As I watch that game, I got a sense that this would be his last game.

Finally 2 weeks later, he would announce his retirement at the age of 38. He have left the game with many breakout records. But what he want us, the fans to remember that, with all the road he has taken, anything is possible if you believe in yourself.

Beside his work on the field, he is also very active in charity off the field. His charity, first thing first, has helped children and family around the states with many programs.

Overall, I think Kurt Warner is one of great role model. He is a living example of never give up on your dream, and never let obstacle bother you.

I just had a lot of things in my mind.........

This has been one of the weirdest week I've ever had in my entire life. It is weird, as well as worst than I ever had.
During the week, I am patiently waiting for my internship result. I know it is not guarantee whether I will get a job or not. During this time of the week, I can't remain positive.It is too much of a wait and in the meantime.....I have to look for alternatives also. Just to make sure that I WILL get a job.

On the last 3 to 4 days, I have been doing report that will be submitted on Thursday. It still has 250 words left. But I believe I overdo it so much that I completely forgot I have a work to submit on Tuesday....

How Stupid I am!

I realize it once my teacher call me. I admit I had stomachache during the week. But that is not the reason why I just didn't do the work I am supposed to. Thank god that my teacher reschedule the date. I have more time to do it and I promise I'll do my best.

This week is one of the week I show my stupidity. I realize this is the final week of me being a 4th year student. I guess I didn't grow up the way I like myself to be.

These things all over me are way to much......and I just can't let it go, even though I have to.