The Kids Are Alright

It's probably because I've had a little more free time on my hands this year, but this year was the most I have followed the Little League World Series.

This was one of the most positive, enjoyable viewing experiences I've had. I love to watch baseball, and even so, this made me smile out loud so many times. It's so cool to watch players who take themselves seriously, but not so much that they overdo it. They have fun. They smile. They make faces, they fidget, and they don't hold back their emotions.

There were times it was heartbreaking, but that's part of sports. Only one half of the teams win any given game. But man, it was a treat getting to watch it a little more closely this year.