It Doesn't Have To Glitter

Seven Out Of 10 Black Faces You See On Television Are Athletes. The Black Athlete Carries The Image Of The Black Community. He Carries The Cross, In A Way, Until Blacks Make Inroads In Other Dimensions.

Always Have The Situation Under Control, Even If Losing. Never Betray An Inward Sense Of Defeat.

In America You're Conditioned To Regard Everything As A Contest. You Have To Make The Ten Best Dressed List, Win This, Win That. It Drives Me Nuts Sometimes. Who Cares, For Christ's Sake?

I'm Learning To Use Others' Weaknesses. I Don't Hammer A Man's Soft Spot Constantly, Because He May Strengthen It. I Just Save It As A Trump Up My Sleeve For Moments When I Really Need A Point.

If I Didn't Play Tennis I Probably Would Have To See A Psychiatrist.