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Sports Talk — by Nic

In 2001, Nic departed from his regular sports column in the Casey County News to reflect on current events:

It has been two weeks ago yesterday when the world witnessed the most terrible terrorist attack on the greatest nation ever. One that will forever haunt not only the American people, but peoples everywhere.

Just like the rest of the American sports world last week, I too will take a break from my regular column to share my own personal thoughts about the tragedy that has befallen us. For me, it was unbelievable and still gives me an awful sense of dread. I was sitting in my second block class when the televisions were turned on to show two burning skyscrapers. For the rest of my life, I will remember where I was and what I was doing. Like myself, the rest of the class and everyone in school was awestruck and in disbelief. Forever will that day live in our memories.

Now our nation is recuperating from our tragedy with mixed feelings of sadness, anger, fear, and patriotism. The rubble is still being removed and the losses tallied, but we, as a nation, cannot let this hold us back from being the great nation that we are. It is obvious that whatever message of terror the terrorist had planned to send was not received. Instead, a nation once caught up in its squabbles of race, religion, and financial status has bonded together. Black or white, Jew or Christian, wealthy or poor. No longer does it matter. This attempt of terror to kill the American spirit has only made it stronger and much more powerful.

It once took a great tragedy before the American public bonded together to drive the greatest nation to win one of the most notorious wars of the 20th century, World War II. That generation of Americans became known as "The Greatest Generation." Why? Because in the country's greatest hour of need, personal disputes were set aside and rivals became allies.

Now, it is that time again. Time when all must join hands in support of the freedoms of our country. Time to stand firm and never allow ourselves to buckle to the will of those who use murder and terror as a weapon. It is time for the next "Greatest Generation" to arise. Last time it arose from the waters of Pearl Harbor. This time it will arise from the ruins of the Twin Towers.

Think about this the next time you fly our Nation's colors. Think about it when you hear the Star-Spangled Banner at the next sporting event you attend. Think about "...o'er the land of the free..." and what it means to you. How do the butterflies feel in your stomach when you hear "America The Beautiful" or "Proud to be an American?" Doesn't it spark that patriotic feeling that you can get nowhere else? Doesn't it draw that tear from your eye? Think about this, and I really mean think about all of this. We have not been weakened, but strengthened as our entire nation moves forward to show that tyranny and terror will never control the Red, White, and Blue. That the American dream— life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness —will live on. That this one nation under God is now, and every shall be, indivisible. I leave you now with a request: To pray for all the victims of this tragedy. Pray for those who have lost and those who are lost. Pray for those in charge of our country to do what is right. But most importantly, pray for the protection and safety of our country, the United States.

God Bless America!

Nic Dixon


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A Parent's Letter— by Joan

Dear Ms. W:

Please understand that I would never presume to make suggestions to you on how to coach or how to teach. As a parent and a teacher, I know better than to do that. However, since Caitlan has made the decision to come to this practice scheduled on a Sunday, I feel I must express my displeasure to you.

When Caitlan told me that you had scheduled this Sunday practice in light of the upcoming tournament, I immediately reacted with dismay. As a Christian and a Catholic, I have taught my children that the Sabbath must be preserved as a day of rest dedicated to the Creator and spent whenever possible with family. I realize that other coaches are probably scheduling Sunday practices, and that you feel that the girls have a right to be competitive. However, soccer already takes up a significant amount of time in each girl's schedule and the schedule of her family. Practicing on Sunday (or on Wednesday nights) sets a precedent that allows athletics to encroach on time previously reserved for church or home. At some point, parents, and hopefully students, should recognize that there is a limit to the amount of practice and game time available in anyone's week, and that priorities need to be maintained.

Since Caitlan is seventeen and old enough to make this type of decision on her own, I allowed her to do so. She obviously felt that she would not play in the tournament if she did not practice. After knowing how I felt about this, she did agree to give you this letter. It was not her idea. Today is a gathering of Caitlan's family in Casey County during which we remember the anniversary of her Grandfather's death. She will miss that gathering. Luckily she was able to attend church with us because you scheduled the practice later and I do appreciate that. Her family is made up of aunts and uncles who have coached and played high school and college sports. Her cousins are involved in many high school teams across Central Kentucky. We understand the value of athletic competition. We also understand the value of family time and a day of rest.

Thank you for the time and effort you have put into coaching our girls' soccer teams. Please accept this note in the spirit it was written, and good luck in the tournament.

Sincerely,

Joan Dixon Adkins



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Too many notes . . .
. . .
Here it is again— the traditional publisher's nag. Clandestiny needs a shot in the arm, and you're just the one to step forward.
. . . But, alas, our lives are so busy, and when we do take time for Clan, it's more likely to be our high-priority committee work. I'm reminded of the film "Amedeus," and the rival composer who criticized Mozart's music as having "too many notes." I'm not trying to say that our lives have too many notes, I'm just hoping that Clandestiny will be one of them!
. . . As I've speculated before, I believe that Grandybo would have endorsed this online newsletter. Imagine for a moment how he might have embraced it and the use of email in general. I think he would have kept this site brimming with personal essays, keen observations, tender admonishments, calls to action, and early morning musings. I doubt if there is one among us who would fill those shoes in his place.
. . . Ladies and gentlemen of the Clan, prove me wrong!

. . . John A
. . . Web Editor



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