I have a friend named Ethan. I see him twice each year. I saw Ethan last weekend at our Pheasants Forever Youth Hunt. He was carrying a football. We played a bit.
He told me that this is his first year playing tackle football. He’s a kicker and a lineman.
Ethan: Today is our last game of the season. We’re not very good. We’re actually 0 and 6, and we’ve only scored one touchdown all year.
Me: Ouch. Well maybe you’ll win today.
Ethan. No we won’t. We play Piper. They haven’t lost a game yet.
Me: I see. Well make sure you have fun.
I throw him another pass. He catches it and then runs inside.
I see Ethan a few hours later. He’s back from his game.
Me: How’d it go Ethan?
His face lights up with a toothy grin.
Ethan: It was great!
I’m surprised by this response. His previous prediction didn’t leave me too optimistic.
Me: Did you win?
Ethan: No. They destroyed us 62 to 7.
Me: Yikes.
Ethan: But it was awesome. We scored another touchdown!