re: Met Big Sam today. Love him, but I am disappoint

I met Sam too. My reaction was a little different I guess. I still watch him treat fans as gold. He spends his time talking with kids and taking pictures with anyone with a camera. He treats people like people want to be treated and yet some still attack him.
The man closed down Tiger Stadium hours after everyone else was long gone. There was always one player left, usually sitting on a curb talking with everyday people. The people who saved every penny to get in a game, drove hours to get there, and he made us feel like we were the stars.
I can't imagine the road that man has been down but I only wish him the very best life can offer.
You see, there are those very fortunate people who appreciate Sam for who he is. A more genuine person you won't find.

I do know that in a few short years there is going to be a rash of young men stepping onto the field at Tiger Stadium because one Sonic Sam took the time to make friends with them.

I hope your football goes flat, or better yet, give it to some young football fan who would kill to have it. There were thousands of them at every single Tiger game.