Congrats... I've chosen your letter as Letter of the Week for its conciseness and simplicity, and well-argued points to all the parts of my question.
Cheers, E***** (from The New Paper)
Seriously, I had more confidence in my entry last week than this week. Didn't had much feel for this topic & never put in much thought. (perhaps that's why it's simple) Anyway, so far so good. Written 3 entries so far. 2 appeared in The New Paper before & this third one won an ipod-shuffle!! (thought it was nano at first but that's for writer-of-the month) Here's the letter-of-the-week:
The Postman's Question of the Week is divided into two parts: If the Sheikh's takeover happens, will Liverpool lose their soul, or as Singapore fans, do you really care as long as they get results? Or will they become a bubble waiting to burst eventually, as in the case of Fulham's Egyptian owner Mohamed al-Fayed?
Every time a club comes under the control of a rich foreigner (Sheik in this case), many would question whether the tradition and values of the club will be uphold. It seems exaggerated that Liverpool will lose its soul because of the takeover. A long history like Liverpool does not come easily and will not go easily too. In fact, it would make economic sense for Sheik to tap into Liverpool rich culture than to make significant changes.
Furthermore, this investment is not a case of 'momentary passion and temporary dreams’ (eg: Mohammed Al-fayed) nor ‘too much money, don’t know what to do with it’. Rather, it's a strategic one. A bubble that will not burst.
I feel that most Singaporean fans care only about the results aka the money that can be won with the goals and the score line. It might be an understatement but seriously, besides true Liverpool fans, who cares who is in charge of the club.
it's okay if you can't see the road ahead, just make sure God is still in sight!!
In His time, in His time,
He makes all things beautful in His time.
Lord, please show me every day,
As You're teaching me Your way,
That You do just what You say, in Your time.
In Your time, in Your time,
You make all things beautiful in Your time.
Lord, my life to You I bring.
May each song I have to sing
Be to You a lovely thing, in Your time.
Words and Music by Diane Ball
Th3 b@bY iN mI
vette
15 Sept 88
child of God
likes: zzz
dislikes: waa waa
