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The saying of the day is, "One small step for man, one great leap for mankind." Neil Armstrong said that on the moon. One thing that amazes me is that Neil Armstrong and Orville Wright were alive at the same time. One of them invented the airplane and flew about three hundred yards, a short distance, and the other flew to the moon. This shows how technology advances rapidly and is quickly accepted. Think back, we didn't have emails until a few decades ago, but now everyone accepts it.

Everyone has an email address and texting back and forth makes communication much easier because it can be instant, and you can communicate with people all over the world. I have a friend who was in India, and I was texting with them earlier today. They're on the other side of the world, and in a matter of seconds, you can have an up-to-date conversation with them. With technology coming in so fast, you wonder what new things will come along and be improved on. We fail to recognize how fast things have changed.

Orville Wright and his brother, Wilbur, proved that flying was possible. Once it's proved it can be done, then it really just takes off. Like Roger Bannister, who broke the four-minute mile, and soon 60 people did it too. Flying was dangerous, and many people died, but everyone still tried it.

Stupid Criminals: There was a robbery where people robbed a jewelry store in Washington DC at 5 o'clock. They got caught in 5 o'clock traffic and couldn't get away. A helicopter just watched them until they got to an exit and were easily arrested. If they had been smarter, they would have realized the risk of getting caught in traffic. If you're considering committing a crime, watch Forensic Files on what used to be headline news with CNN. With today's science, you're likely to get caught.

Now, getting caught doesn't mean you'll get prosecuted. In some places, district attorneys, supported by George Soros, won't file charges on shoplifting unless it's over a certain amount. In LA, it's more than $1000, and in Dallas and other places, it's $750. This policy is based on the idea that some people steal because they need the money or goods. But it's a breakdown of law and society.

Bill Belichick, one of the greatest coaches ever, has appeared in 9 Super Bowls and won 6. However, his last 3 or 4 years haven't been as successful. After the Patriots parted ways with their star quarterback, their performance declined. Consequently, Belichick and the team's owner, Robert Kraft, decided it was time for a change, leading to Belichick's departure. Despite this, he is keen to continue coaching elsewhere.

Another significant retirement is that of Nick Saban from the University of Alabama. Saban, who won 6 national championships, didn't leave due to a losing record. Instead, he was overwhelmed by the rapid changes in college football, particularly the transfer portal and NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) rules. These changes have made it challenging to retain players. For instance, top schools like Alabama sign many talented players, but if they're not starting, they often transfer to other schools.

This situation has led to a constant struggle to keep players, significantly impacting the dynamics of college football. Moreover, with the new NIL rules, players are being paid, which further complicates matters, especially for lower division schools that cannot compete financially. For example, Texas Tech pays about $25,000 per player. These changes have their downsides and require significant adjustments. Saban, possibly feeling reluctant to navigate these changes, chose to step down, possibly eyeing a career as a sports announcer.

Coach Mack Brown, after retiring from Texas, where the team struggled to replace him effectively, returned to coaching at North Carolina. Brown is known for his coaching prowess, strong recruitment skills, and positive influence. His return to coaching demonstrates the passion and commitment many coaches have for the game.