Cheering on the Cats

So I am actually in my comfy clothes, anxiously awaiting the UK vs. Cornell game which should tip off in about 43 minutes. I was thinking today about how long I have watched UK basketball - basically since I was in the womb!! I grew up with family that was CRAZY wild about the Cats. It was simply understood in my household that you cheered for UK (and the Cleveland Browns). I grew up not only watching, but learning to understand the game of basketball and football. I LOVE sports. I can get into games and be riled at the television and my husband thinks I am crazy. Isn't it truly amazing how excited we all get about sporting events? Is it because it is an escape? Is it merely entertaining?
I recently called my grandparents who are 86 and 83 years old. My Mammaw informed me that she was no longer watching UK play (HA!). She was disgusted with the way they had played in the previous game and just couldn't stand it anymore. My Pappaw's response to this was "HALLELUJAH!" He said now he would be able to watch a game in peace - without her "coaching" from the couch. They crack me up! But, they are simply like most everyone else I know. Most Kentucky fans seem to know everything about offense/defense, who should play, how they should play and more.
I hope Kentucky wins tonight, I really do! But, I also know that my life is not going to change if they win or lose. I don't know that some people in my life can say the same thing!
C-A-T-S, Cats, Cats, Cats!!!!