Dear Tiger,
Writing this letter is surreal, something I never thought I would do. I woke up this morning looking for news of the Copenhagen Climate Summit and was dismayed to find all of the major networks doing a non-stop Tiger marathon. I had an epiphany - the real story is less about you and more about our need for dirty laundry.
Perhaps it’s easier to focus on fallen celebrities as it allows us to avoid thinking about the real issues of our day - war, climate change, and the fact that we are living in an era that Scientist now refer to as the “sixth mass extinction”.
Tiger, I have no idea what your life is like and truth is I’m not even a golf fan - but considering everything we’ve put you through, I feel it is only right to offer a few words of advice.
You’ve spent your life learning how to be a great golfer, this is your chance to look inside and become a great man. None of us are without sin, the real test of character is how we choose to deal with these defining moments.
One doesn’t have to be a psychiatrist to see that you’re looking for something. Truth is your beautiful wife, kids and numerous girlfriends will never be enough to fill that void - it can only come from within. Learn to be alone and at peace with yourself and you will be a better husband and father.
all the best,
Mika
3 comments:
Indeed....and wow! What you've written is exactly the message from a DVD "Goal II" (starring actor extraordinaire David Beckham) that I grabbed from the $5 bin the other weekend. Spooky!
YES! God's word says, "To whom much is given, much is expected." He has been given talent, wealth beyond measure, health, a wife, children, and even if he does give to charity or support a "cause", this is what he will be most remembered for. Our lives aren't just a random occurence without consequence or affect. When we stop remembering that, no matter who we are, whether wealthy or famous, or Joe Blow down the street, our choices affect someone. As a person who values life, I would say we all have been given a responsiblity to make the right choices, if not for ourselves, but for others.
My husband always says, "People know the right thing to do, they just don't want to do it." Thankfully, that's where grace comes in. I am thankful that I have a Lord that is full of grace and mercy. Even though I have been given much, I don't always make the right choices.
I am praying that Tiger finds grace and mercy; he sure does need it right now!
Tiger,
And if you are lead into temptation, remember one important thing....Keep your pants on!!
PK
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