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As I get older, I find myself reflecting more and more on life's circumstances and priorities. This article, and the one that follows touched me to the point of tears. I hope you enjoy it.

http://www.nytimes.com/2008/05/11/sports/f...ml?ref=football

May 11, 2008

CHEERING SECTION

Dying of Cancer, but Full of Life Lessons

By VINCENT M. MALLOZZI

Pittsburgh wide receiver Hines Ward arrived for this month

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The subject of article number 2 is a boyhood hero. New York Yankee fans may remember Bobby Mercer as a star outfielder for the Yankees and the Giants in the 70's and 80's, and a current day broadcaster.

Mercer is currently undergoing experimental treatment for brain cancer. His outlook and disposition are more than inspirational.. they challenge me to prioritize, to and to value every new day as a gift. To me this article, and the one that precedes it are life lessons on grace and dignity. Again, I hope you enjoy them.

http://www.nytimes.com/2008/05/09/sports/b...agewanted=print

May 9, 2008

TV SPORTS

Murcer the Author Tells of His Life and New Yogiism

By RICHARD SANDOMIR

Bobby Murcer did not expect to write his autobiography so soon, but in 11 days, on his 62nd birthday,

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