Decisions are tough to make, but sometimes a little outside influence can give a helping hand. These things are like "signs"; an other-worldy power that seems to turn a decision in a direction too coincidental to not follow through. Let's see some examples:
1- Faced with the decision of what program I wanted to pursue in University, I applied to Design and to Animation. After the applications, portfolios, and interviews, I felt I could be equally happy doing a career in either and therefore had no idea which I would take. Animation called me first and that was good enough for me. Now I'm making more money than my mother, with full benefits and flex hours, creating cellphone games (and this is also my 2nd job in the field, after switching to a rival company for the same pay but better working environment).
2- My love for hockey has always been there, but my desire to play was always roadblocked. Since I'm moving out, I decided what better way than to start skating and playing. Even though I'm short, I've always played goalie. After buying some used skates, the parents still complained about my new choice of sport to the point where I was thinking it was really futile. Next week I got a phone call saying I won a goalie stick. The day after, I cracked open a fortune cookie saying "Get your mind set... Confidence will lead you on." Good enough for me!
3- At lunch I was planning on getting my usual spicy udon soup from Momoyama, except while walking to the store I felt hungrier than usual and decided I'd get the fried pork instead. When I placed my order, the lady said they had no more rice. Spicy udon soup for me!
If Bob Gainey is the NHL's wise Confucius, able to take a long walk with Kovy and chat about things which leads him to holding an awesome year last season, then Mats should listen and make his choice already: Play or Retire.
Yes, sorry, I'm really bored. Two more weeks until I see my first live game at the Phone Booth! And rookie camps is in...4 days!
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