Tiger just apologized! You’d think that would be enough, but it just doesn’t seem to work out that way. Once someone becomes a celebrity they seem to leave the world of ordinary people behind and cross over into strange land where the rules change and everyone owns a piece of them. I’m not condoning Tiger’s actions, but I do believe that what he does with his life belongs to him and his family and is not owned by the rest of us just because he is a hot item for the media. My opinion has no relevance when it come to the decisions he makes and the way he plays out his life.

So what really bothers me about this? Perhaps it is related to the way our beliefs and attitudes have changed because there is such intimate and instant coverage of the lives of others. We get pulled into a microscopic and voyeuristic watching. We begin to feel involved in some way–almost as though our feelings and opinions should be heard, acknowledged, and acted upon by the celebrity figure. That’s just not true.

We are not part of the lives of strangers who are the object of media coverage. They are not part of our own family and community where we truly give and receive the gifts of sharing and caring. Here is where our opinion really matters. This is where we actually make a difference. Let’s not misplace these real opportunities to give and receive by being sidetracked by the lives of the rich and famous. Your presence and mine really doesn’t make a great deal of difference in the circle of people that are not part of our lives. I hope that I never forget that!! So, Tiger I wish you well!!