SOMEWHERE BETWEEN BOSTON AND L.A. — I’m writing this from my aisle seat somewhere over the U.S. We’ve made it through Games 4 and 5 and are headed to L.A. for Game 6 and a possible Game 7. After breaking down following Game 5, we stayed up all night (which was only a few more hours) so we could get our equipment to the air cargo facility at 4:30 a.m. We are finally on the home stretch of this trip, which seems a lot longer than 14 days. We were fortunate to have the help of fellow SI assistant Mike Clarke, who works with photographer Damien Strohmeyer, for all three games in Boston. Tyler Kaufman, another guy who helps from time to time, was able to lend a hand for Game 5.
Me and Shawn at air cargo.
Jordan and I having fun at air cargo.
Shawn contemplating life.
McDonough putting up his gear.
Before leaving the court on Sunday night, I had the chance to meet Flea from the Red Hot Chili Peppers. He only had time for quick picture, so here I am with some guy I don’t know and Mike (far right). I know Flea has played the National Anthem at Lakers games on his bass, so it would phenomenal if he were to do that in L.A.
Me, Flea, some guy I don't know, and Mike Clarke, another SI assistant.
We had two days off in Boston, and I was so fortunate to have Wendi come up and visit. We got to see a few cool things in Boston, and believe it or not, the highlight for us was visiting the Boston Public Library. It was more like an art gallery-meets-gothic-church than a library, which is why it was so fascinating to me. There was even a wedding there during one of our visits (we went twice!).
Inside the Boston Public Library.
Boston Public Library's courtyard.
One of the many beautiful murals inside the library.
Couple getting married in the library.
Me and Wendi
Hey Kevin, I really like this entry… takes me back to Boston, and all of the amazing things that I was able to experience, most importantly, you <3
To: YOU
Date: TODAY
From: GOD
Subject: YOURSELF
Reference: LIFE
This is God. Today I will be handling All of your problems for you.. I do
Not need your help. So, have a nice day.
I love you.
P.S. And, remember…
If life happens to deliver a situation to you that you cannot handle, do Not
attempt to resolve it yourself! Kindly put it in the SFGTD (something for
God to do) box. I will get to it in MY TIME. All situations will be
resolved, but in My time, not yours.
Once the matter is placed into the box, do not hold onto it by worrying
about it. Instead, focus on all the wonderful things that are present in
your life now.
If you find yourself stuck in traffic, don’t despair. There are people in
this world for whom driving is an unheard of privilege.
Should you have a bad day at work; think of the man who has been out of work for years.
Should you despair over a relationship gone bad; think of the person who has never known what it’s like to love and be loved in return.
Should you grieve the passing of another weekend; think of the woman in dire straits, working twelve hours a day, seven days a week to feed her children.
Should your car break down, leaving you miles away from assistance; think of the paraplegic who would love the opportunity to take that walk.
Should you notice a new gray hair in the mirror; think of the cancer patient in chemo who wishes she had hair to examine.
Should you find yourself at a loss and pondering what is life all about,
asking what is my purpose? Be thankful. There are those who didn’t live long enough to get the opportunity.
Should you find yourself the victim of other people’s bitterness, ignorance, smallness or insecurities; remember, things could be worse. You could be one of them!
Should you decide to send this to a friend; Thank you. You may have touched their life in ways you will never know!
Now, you have a nice day… God
God has seen you struggling,
God says it’s over.
Kevin, you met Flea. I hate you now. With lots of real clean, old fashoined hate.