Base Ball

Base Ball Give me basically any ball and I love it Hate to say it is Rugby this side of the Ocean that divides but we are joined by the language though we call it ‘Rounders’ Round ball and here it is the oval crick and crack where talent meets and bats propel with sonar speed and sweet delight when cheering leaders sport their curves and acrobatic tantra For uninitiated and confused spectators a leather bullet approaches with all its might some poor guy or gal not allowed to duck or dive but brace it with just a wooden stick Projectile forces redirected emphasize the need to run around in squares of enchantment with crowds jumping up and down hand to heart in orchestrated anthems of support When all the running hitting throwing stops and all the adverts are digested the better side has won but everyone should receive a shiny medal for taking part in unison Innings and outings have a greater meaning though once philistines have counted all their blessings and aggression has abated it’s just a game and warfare was transcribed When followers of baseball passion leave the stadium and paraphernalia crown the streets good shots and hitmen women of gymnastic pride agree that ball and basic instincts kept the Peace Embedded in national culture heritage and thrill the soft sporty cushion of engagement bereft of disproportional lateral harm and collateral damage has shown the world for once a peaceful resolution 11th February 2017