Glad I didn't see the game today and here's why
Last week, my hair was on fire. I was pig bitin' mad and in danger of slipping into a deep depression. But this week, I'm calm, reflective even. And I'm seeing that we have to hit rock bottom before we can come back strong. We have to experience pain before we can experience pleasure again. We, as a fan base, have to change along with our team.
When we brought in RR, we knew it was going to mean change. But did we really know what that meant? If there was a football program in this country that was more deeply embedded in the past, in tradition, in doing things the way we've always done them, I can't think of it. Michigan has always been deeply committed to its Michigan-ness.
So, now that we bought into change, we must go through the change. A lot of us want to go back to the safe place that is 8 - 4, instead of risking a bigger prize (or a steeper downfall).
I, for one, am in. I'm not a true believer. I don't know what the next few years with RR will bring. But I'm willing to stop making a judgment after every game about whether he's the right guy or not. I'm willing to take a risk.
November 7th, 2009 at 5:43 PM ^
Right becasue Michigan was 8-4 or worse 2 times in the last 10 years.
November 7th, 2009 at 5:44 PM ^
No sarcasm.
November 7th, 2009 at 5:45 PM ^
sarcasm
November 7th, 2009 at 5:46 PM ^
change it to the land of 9-3 and then we talk
November 7th, 2009 at 5:51 PM ^
I can't believe it. Just amazed at your rational post. This team isn't what we are use to. Everyone wants to see them win but it is during these times of adversity that you see the true colors of your fanbase. Everyone needs to stop thinking this is Michigan and we win because we are and starting thinking this team is missing a lot of key pieces or is very inexperienced at key positions. Living in Nebraska I watched a team go through this transition and can say it isn't easy watching even from a non-supporter but what I can say is give him time. Who knows he could turn out to be a bust much like Callahan and we will be looking at a new coach in two years. I am going to support the only team I have ever known and that is MICHIGAN. I have always felt year three will be his test, if this team doesn't show a much different attitude next year RichRod may not be the man for the job but until then all you can do is chear for these kids that play every week regardless of the outcome.
November 7th, 2009 at 6:00 PM ^
Nice post. I agree that moving forward takes time. UM could have kept Carr and descended into the second tier of the Big 10, but I'm all for taking a chance with RR. It might not work out, but I rather take a chance at becoming an elite team rather than settle into 8-4 or worse and a New Years Day bowl.
November 7th, 2009 at 7:18 PM ^
Good post. I think I'm actually going to skip next Saturday's game and take the girl out for a nice picnic on the water. As much as I want to watch, I am going to take a bye week. It's for the best.