southernmom - I'm sorry to read that news. I do admire your thoughtful post and I believe I can "relate" to most if not all of it.
fanofgame said:
Any player that has played minor league baseball, prospect/non prospect has a journey that's hard to understand unless your family has gone through it.
Boy-oh-boy ain't that the truth! There is just simply no way to comprehend what this is like unless you see it up close and personal. Over and over I find myself rooting hard for players that I have absolutely no connection too, not even from here...knowing just how tough this is.
Through these experiences, none of us will ever see the game of baseball, whether its college or pro, quite the same.
Good luck to your son...and to you. I wish we could all give you both a big hug! So instead <virtual hugs> on their way. 