This post was originally published on 9 March 2010. It was the first post under commentsfromcoachmike.com , a domain that I had purchase to kick off my writing / blogging again. This was during a period that I was unemployed and needed a creative outlet to pass the time while searching for a new career. It was also needed to feel normal in a situation in which I found myself for the first time in my life, not working. After 22+ years with MCI I had been RIF’d (Reduction In Force). Creative and therapeutic, I came back to writing or perhaps writing came back to me. This was the “kickoff” post, so it isn’t very “creative”, it’s barebones and factual, but it started my journey again. Hope you enjoy this portion of the path.
Welcome to “Comments From Coach Mike”. Several years ago I wrote a monthly commentary column under the same name for the now defunct WISN – Worldwide Internet Sports Network.
It was a pleasure working for Brian Myre and WISN in those days and I have missed the opportunity to share my thoughts, experiences and views on sports (mainly, my passion for baseball) as well as the interaction that was encouraged with the readers of my column. I regularly received feedback on my “comments” and took full advantage of developing correspondence relationships with many folks around the country. Opinions and loyalties tied to teams / athletes can spark good natured “debate” which opens fans to new ideas. On a selfish front, a creative outlet has been missing in my life since those days; a void which I hope this venue will fill.
With these thoughts in mind I will begin publishing posts containing “commentary” very similar in content to my old “Comments” columns, calendar events of interest both local to the Chicago-land area and nationally when feasible, tips, quips, quotes, reviews, some “shameless plugs”, as well as news and views of my new love 1858 Rules Vintage Base Ball.
Please feel free to comment and join in the fun!
~ Coach Mike
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I had no idea you worked for MCI. Enjoyed hearing about the past and how much you love what to do now🤗. Love it🤩