Because my Father Always Said

 Everyone has that special something that’s so valuable and close to them. Whether that’s family, friends, sports, money, they all hold some type of “value” to you. Although this special something can do good for you in certain situations, that’s not always the case. For instance, let’s use money as an example. Money, which is essentially for everyday life, is finite; you can have a lot one day but lose it all the next. For me, the most recent example of this is actually happening right now. Bringing both joy and frustration, this special something for me right now is Fantasy Football. In context, Fantasy is a competition where you become your own NFL manager of an imaginary team and compete with other people in your respective league. This league consists of 18 total weeks—the number of weeks in the actual NFL season—and the rankings are decided by whoever gets the best record out of those 18 weeks. Traditionally, the loser, who comes in last place, receives horrendous punishments decided by the other members of the league. This connects to “Because my Father Always said” as the father is fully captivated into Jimi Hendricks, and his experience of hearing the “Star Spangled Banner” in person. Hendricks becomes one with the father, shaping his identity. However, throughout the narrative, it is blatant and obvious that although Hendricks gives the father fulfillment, peace, and joy, it leads him to make irrational notions and regretful decisions. Because it is true that most valuables are temporary, it is imperative for us to realize that these things must not be contingent to our identify as it inhibits us from reflecting who we really are as a human being.



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  1. Ethan Wang9/20/2025

    Wow! I really liked the deep thought when you said "most valuables are temporary". It is important to live life without being blinded by things that don't matter in the long run, such as video games, tv shows, and other things, that cause us to loose what really is important: our identity and the time we spend with people we love.

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  2. Paul Lei9/21/2025

    Wow Daniel! I really liked this one. The FF example made the idea relatable and tangible. The connection to the father in ‘Because My Father Always Said’ worked well too, showing how something meaningful can also lead to mistakes or regrets. The reminder at the end, that our identity shouldn’t hinge on temporary things, really tied everything together in a powerful way. I hope your team does as well as your blog did!

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  3. Advik Tatavarthi9/21/2025

    I really found the connection to fantasy really funny and relatable. I saw your team go from having it all going 2-0 to the first two weeks to your bench playing better than your starters this week. I hope your fantasy punishment goes well(shoutout AJ Brown).

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    1. Daniel Cho9/21/2025

      What’s up! Yeah it is unfortunate I got the L this week but you know what they all say, it’s just the beginning. Hold onto your hat as our faceoff next week will be fierce!

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  4. Noah Kwok9/21/2025

    As a member of your fantasy league I feel for, I understand what it feels to lose another week and being 0-2. But I do question your decision making skill as a manager, like what was going on in your head to bench AJ Brown. Good thing for you, I don't think you'll get last and Rohan got that locked right now. I wish you the best of luck next week!

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    1. Daniel Cho9/21/2025

      Yo! Thanks for taking time to read my blog 😊. Yeah, i will admit this week was not my A game but you know what, even the legends have off days. I wish you the best of luck until we face off!

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  5. LANGonardo Da Vinci9/21/2025

    Not only did you create a claim that is relavent to everyone reading your blog, but you also utilized your own evidence when supporting your claim. I also loved how you initiated your blog with "Everyone has that special something," which immediately starts your blog with a claim that causes readers to pause and reflect on their own special somethings. Overall, great job on formulating your own evidence and connecting your own ideas to what we learned in class!

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