The following is a work of fiction.

Not Nick Nolte's Diary, Malibu, California
September 1, 2004

Go for the Gold

Wow, those Olympics are something to behold. People say that the basketball squad or maybe the gymnastics are the biggest attraction, but for my money its that overlooked event; ping pong. Sure it might not be a "sport" but no one can argue how compelling it is. The rhythm and the grace remind me of a ballet or a Greek tragedy. It is astonishing to watch as the rallies unfold like a series of fireworks exploding down the line. Leading up to a marvelous crescendo and then; nothing...hell I just spilled my tea all over this laptop...