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Maybe I'm an exception to the rule, but as I've gotten older
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Oct 18, 2023, 2:01 PM
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(I'm 54), I've learned to try to just enjoy the things I'm a fan of, like Clemson sports. I like 'em all - even basketball. I follow any that have an Instagram or FB page. I just enjoy keeping up. If they win - great! If they don't - it stinks, but it doesn't ruin my day - but I much prefer it and I'm in a much better mood when they win! More than that, I'm a fan of Clemson University. I graduated there, my dad did, my brother, my sister-in-law, my grandfather, and several cousins all did as well. I love Clemson University and everything about it.
NIL, the portal, various sports talking heads, 1.5%ers, coach's news conference, etc - I don't really care. I have my opinions, but overall, I just try to enjoy all things Clemson. I try to leave the problems of how to run the teams to the coaches in charge. I just try to support each team as best as I can, however I can - which is getting harder and harder as prices on things go up and my income doesn't!
Go Tigers!
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Re: Maybe I'm an exception to the rule, but as I've gotten older
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Oct 18, 2023, 2:13 PM
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Nope, you prove the rule and are the envy of nattering nabobs, even though they would never admit it.
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110%er [9109]
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Thumbs Up for "nattering nabobs"
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Oct 19, 2023, 8:23 AM
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Well done
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All-TigerNet [11183]
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Very well stated. I feel
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Oct 18, 2023, 2:28 PM
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Exactly the same way.
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Re: Very well stated. I feel
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Oct 18, 2023, 2:29 PM
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Me too.
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I'm 57 (closer to 58) ...
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Oct 18, 2023, 2:29 PM
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And, I second that emotion.
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CU Medallion [50947]
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you guys are just children
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Oct 18, 2023, 3:09 PM
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I am still enjoying it all at 75.
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Re: I'm 57 (closer to 58) ...
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I agree. Hey, were you on the 7 year college plan ? 
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Re: I'm 57 (closer to 58) ...
Oct 20, 2023, 8:00 AM
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I agree. Hey, were you on the 7 year college plan ? ">">">">">
Hold on....I'm here to stand up for the 7 year college plan! It worked for me. Changed majors once and co-op'd 4 semesters, but 7 years can work!
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Orange Blooded [3456]
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What Rgby83 said plus you've gotten enough
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Oct 18, 2023, 2:30 PM
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experience to realize they are a bunch of "kids" playing a game. When my son was in high school playing football the principal at the had played a couple years of pro ball. On a punt return the kid picked up a bouncing ball and tried to split two defenders to make a return. It didn't work and the principal said "Why did he do that?" I said "Because he is a 17 year old kid playing a game, and thought he could make the play." He replied, "You're right, sometimes I forget that."
When we forget that or don't have enough experience to realize our worth isn't dependent on some young people playing a game, we post stupid things.
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Amen!
Oct 19, 2023, 4:44 PM
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Great post. You're spot on.
This year I turned 60 and reprioritized a few things. I even cancelled my subscription services to Just about anything sports-related. I've had more fun while posting less, caring less about sports, worrying less, and just putting my thoughts and emotions where they belong. On God and family. And of course, using my subscription money for an extra bag of beef jerky for the games. (Have you SEEN the prices of that stuff?)
I still have IPTAY and Season tickets, and I'll always support the team, the school, and the community. But I've decided I can't let a bunch of online yahoos, kids playing a game, and one over-paid stubborn multi-millionaire control my emotions for 11+ weekends per year.
Heck, I've only gone back and re-watched ONE game this year. More time with the wife, fishing Lake Keowee, hanging out with my kids and enjoying the Fall weather - what little of it we get here in SC.
KIDS PLAYING A GAME.... some college should change their team name to that... maybe "The Fighting FSU Kids playing a Game." Has a nice ring to it.
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Re: Maybe I'm an exception to the rule, but as I've gotten older
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Oct 18, 2023, 2:36 PM
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Orange Blooded [4304]
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you are clearly the 98.5%
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Oct 18, 2023, 2:44 PM
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" my dad did, my brother, my sister-in-law, my grandfather, and several cousins all did as well"
sounds like Dabo's coaching staff is being described
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Let me tell you something right now
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Oct 18, 2023, 2:47 PM
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You can take that positive, common sense, well thought out, honest and level headed post right outside to the 98.5% bus. We don't cotton to that around here.
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Oculus Spirit [90820]
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54 (Fifty-four!) is older but not old!
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Oct 18, 2023, 2:56 PM
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You don’t even know old, YET, young’gun!
Haaaaaaaa!
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^^^^^ Older than most of the dirt in Hawaii ^^^^^
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Oct 18, 2023, 2:59 PM
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Right Bill?! 😂😂😂😂😉
PS: ditto o2bnclemson! And you, too, Bill!
Message was edited by: Uncle Bill®
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Re: 54 (Fifty-four!) is older but not old!
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I agree Bill. I thought I had aches and pains when I was 60, then 65 but now that I am 71, there is no comparison to being a youngster. Enjoy life, enjoy the Tigers and take care of yourself.
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Re: 54 (Fifty-four!) is older but not old!
Oct 19, 2023, 10:14 AM
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I’m a year older than you, and I agree with you 100%. I’m not going to let the 1%ers ruin my joy. Go Tigers! I always can find something to be thankful for and joyful about when it comes to Clemson. Even though there is much that’s not perfect, it surely beats most of the rest of what’s going on these days.
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Re: Maybe I'm an exception to the rule, but as I've gotten older
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Oct 18, 2023, 3:37 PM
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Good perspective. I am 58. I remember as a teenager when we lost to Notre Dame in 1977, I was depressed after that game. When we lost to FSU on the puntrooskie in 1988 on that rainy Saturday, I was so depressed I did not want to go to church the next day.
When we lost to FSU this year, I turned off the TV, looked at my wife, and said "where we going for dinner?" Amazing how age gives you perspective. I still love all Clemson sports.
I love to watch them, discuss the games on Sundays with my elderly father who first introduced me to Clemson sports, and commiserate with my same old friends during and after the game. I enjoy having fun on TNet but win or lose, I will be watching next week (even though I saw I won't) and my life will not be impacted.
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Re: Maybe I'm an exception to the rule, but as I've gotten older
Oct 20, 2023, 1:34 AM
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I'm almost 64. I still get mad as hell, kick something , throw something or scream. Then I go to my shop and enjoy myself
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Re: Maybe I'm an exception to the rule, but as I've gotten older
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Oct 18, 2023, 3:56 PM
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Yep. That’s what is called perspective. You do tend to gain that with age. I’m 60 and don’t get nearly as caught up in things as I used to. I do really enjoy when Tiger sports go well but have enough perspective to be ok when they don’t. But some folks on here will tell you that means you like losing or enjoy going 7-5 or some other nonsense that they pretend to know about you.
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Re: Maybe I'm an exception to the rule, but as I've gotten older
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Oct 18, 2023, 5:49 PM
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What you said.
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Re: Maybe I'm an exception to the rule, but as I've gotten older
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In life's priorities, Clemson Fb is waaaaaaaaaaay down on the list. It is just one form of entertainment and when you are are gone, If your epitaph reads, "His love of Clemson FB dwarfed his love of God and family", your life has been a failure.
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Re: Maybe I'm an exception to the rule, but as I've gotten older
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Cheers! I agree, 110%. Go Tigers!
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Re: Maybe I'm an exception to the rule, but as I've gotten older
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Some think that there is nothing in life more important than their team constantly winning. I dearly love Clemson University and especially all the sports programs and coaches. Although it may not be much but ole Clemson U played a huge role in my success as a professional forester. I could never give back to Clemson what they gave me but I try every year to show my appreciation. Making negative remarks about anything Clemson related just isn’t going to happen. Like everyone else I wish to see the sports programs at the very top each season but that never happens.
There isn’t anything seriously wrong at Clemson that I am aware of .... and I believe if there was I would know about it.
The leadership at Clemson is second to none and that includes the athletic department.
The Board of Trustees, president, athletic director, and especially the coaching staff is top notch.
It’s a fact ......Clemson will not win every game they play. But Clemson will always be number ONE..... to me and thousands like me. Sorry that some of you “fans” can’t enjoy the ride.
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Re: Maybe I'm an exception to the rule, but as I've gotten older
Oct 19, 2023, 10:07 AM
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100%this! +1
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Re: Maybe I'm an exception to the rule, but as I've gotten older
Oct 19, 2023, 10:17 AM
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Well said sir. I’m 61 and I’m where you are. Just enjoy Clemson and don’t get caught up in all of the side show. Long gone are the days when the 18 to 20 year olds give me a bigger hangover than my drinking because the lost.
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Re: Maybe I'm an exception to the rule, but as I've gotten older
Oct 19, 2023, 10:18 AM
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Well said sir. I’m 61 and I’m where you are. Just enjoy Clemson and don’t get caught up in all of the side show. Long gone are the days when the 18 to 20 year olds give me a bigger hangover than my drinking because they lost!
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Re: Maybe I'm an exception to the rule, but as I've gotten older
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I turned 80 this year and still enjoy all things going on at Clemson. Not hard to remain positive when one thinks of the roads we have traveled to have such a great University. Go Tigers.
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Re: Maybe I'm an exception to the rule, but as I've gotten older
Oct 19, 2023, 10:27 AM
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I agree but the last 3 years the games are sometimes hard to watch but you got to endure the pain.
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A very healthy perspective.
Oct 19, 2023, 2:04 PM
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Re: Maybe I'm an exception to the rule, but as I've gotten older
Oct 19, 2023, 2:14 PM
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Speaking from a historical point of view(1966), you have nailed it.
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Re: Maybe I'm an exception to the rule, but as I've gotten older
Oct 19, 2023, 2:35 PM
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Whale, I jest turnt 66 today and I resemble your remark. Life is a daily gift to be appreciated and cherished that's why its called the present. The more I'm focused on each present moment of life, the more I live with gratitude.
Have a grrrreat day & count your blessings!
GO TIGERS!!!
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Re: Whale, I jest turnt 66 today and I resemble your remark
Oct 20, 2023, 7:47 AM
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Happy birthday!!
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Re: Maybe I'm an exception to the rule, but as I've gotten older
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I was six years old when I became old enough to keep up with the program-1960. Spent the next 17 years frustrated because I had heard all the glory days stories from the past. At this point I’ve experienced the highest highs and lows. The older,more experienced sailors don’t get seasick anymore. The younger ones do.
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Can't complain with that! Good stuff!
Oct 20, 2023, 12:10 AM
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Ty! Go Tiger
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10 years younger and likely better looking,
Oct 20, 2023, 12:55 AM
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I whole-heartedly agree with you.
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Re: Maybe I'm an exception to the rule, but as I've gotten older
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Right there with you brother, I’m almost 40 and have loved and breathed every thing Clemson since in the womb, used to act like a maniac with a loss. Now I share your feeling, good post.
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Re: Maybe I'm an exception to the rule, but as I've gotten older
Oct 22, 2023, 2:56 PM
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I totally agree. In the end it’s just a game. Many people have more serious problems in life than sulking over just a game. It’s been tuff year. But let’s not forget What Dabo has accomplished during the teen years of 2000’s. College football has become a chaotic mess. Things that Clemson once offered are no longer a priority for recruits. We have become a society of greed and demands. We have little patience for adversity.
We owe Dabo and his staff a lot. But so many forces out of his control has had a negative affect on Clemson Football. I am still behind Dabo but college football is now a Wild West street fight. And some coaches with little to no ethics will do anything to win or get a recruit.
I personally do not want Clemson to sale out for another NC. I would want to earn it the right way. I Dabo is still the HC I support. Right now through these difficult times Dabo , his staff and players need fan support now more than ever.
I am also asking for everyone’s prayers. I am dealing with some of the most difficult times in my life. Many caused by incidents out of my control. I believe in the power of prayer and I trust that God will see me through. Thank you to all for your thoughts and prayers.
God Bless you all.
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