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An open letter to Tiger Woods

Hello Friend,

We had heard about your car accident. That is why we are writing. We hope that you are feeling well and we wish that you would talk to us.We know that we haven't been close over the years. We have always supported you but we knew you liked to keep your distance.

It seems you don't trust us.Though certainly it is none of our business, we want to share in your life. Some of us remember watching you grow up. We want to know what happened so we can share with you how something like that happened to us. You are not alone. We are here to support you.

Now, you may think our only purpose in your life is as a mechanism for generating income but there is a human experience we can offer you,too. Tiger, this is a chance to take off your heavy armor and be loved for who you are.

And who you are, is an American Collaborative, proof that this country can accept the end of racism. You represent hope to children who are trying to keep their nose clean and need an example of what hard work, love and devotion can generate.

Not to guilt trip you, but ...if Tiger Woods can face this stupid mistake openly and stand before God and the world to say, 'what?' it would have a better effect than leaving golf for a year to sulk in embarrassment. The questions will be waiting for you when you get back, baby.

We wish you had shown up at the tournament with a busted lip and made a joke about the perils of careless driving. We think you are a warrior. We want you to face this battle with a head on assault . We expect great things from you because we have already seen such greatness in you.

Now we won't go on and on, just close by saying you represent the American Collaborative Culture Encouraging Power Thinking-ACCEPT. Accept your choice of how to face this annoying challenge. You've dealt with worse. Be the best that you can be and demonstrate the good character that was instilled in you. Then, take a year off to appreciate your family in peace not hiding from a mistake.

so, 'holla back', we love you 

P.S. you don't need any help with the fine, do you?

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