It was difficult to step away. I've always been an athlete. And to give that up was extremely daunting. The looming factor of brain damage, to me, was too strong.
I hope the young guys who are playing today realize what they have been given and will take it upon themselves to give back in return.
When all else fails, trust God.
A well-rounded education has always been an issue close to my heart.
It takes time; you look at what happened with LeBron, Wade, and Bosh. It took them a year or two to get their legs underneath them and figure things out, and even then, that run was relatively short.
I know I will leave my work unfinished. I just hope I planted enough seeds in my children and grandchildren that they will continue.
