Had to share this...Go Rangers!

The below is a blog posting by Katie Hamilton, Josh Hamilton's wife. She was taking up for him after it became public that he had a small relapse and went out drinking. For those that do not know, he previously had a serious drug problem, but has recovered and has a strong Christian testimony. Whether you are a baseball fan or not, her comments carry a lot of wisdom.

From the Dallas Morning News website:

Katie Hamilton, Josh's wife, did jump on this blog last night (we've verified it was her) and discussed briefly her side of things involving Hamilton's night at an Arizona bar in January. Photos were put on a web site on Saturday and Hamilton held a press conference to discuss it. This is what Hamilton's wife wrote:
Hi everyone, This is Josh's wife, Katie. I thought I would share some of my own thoughts and feelings on the subject- as you can imagine, I have a few things to say. First of all, thank you so much to those who have a forgiving spirit and for praying for and supporting our family during this whole ordeal. I honestly appreciate it and I'm very thankful to you all. Secondly, to all those who "just can't forgive" Josh for this one night- I have a question for you: Why is it that I (his wife- the one whom he hurt the most, by far through this) can forgive him, but you can't? I mean, to say something is "unforgivable" is an inaccurate statement. You can forgive- if you choose to do so. It really isn't that difficult- and I pray that you can and will, in time, forgive him. Josh is a wonderful man, father and husband who happens to be human. We are all flawed and that's why we need a Savior. I pray that you all know that he is a very sincere individual with a love for the Lord that is REAL. Again, he's not perfect- this was a night that he's certainly not proud of, but I am very proud of how he handled it. He was very honest with me and those involved and didn't try to hide anything or cover up his mistake. That has made this weekend far easier than you can imagine on me, b/c I was able to deal with it back in January. Again, thanks to all of you for praying and to those who "cant forgive" I will pray that God will soften your hearts as we are all human. In His Grip, Katie Hamilton
Katie was writing partially in response to some posts written by JJ. You can check those out here. She posted a few more comments, including this about the temptations Josh faces and for those who think he should quit playing:
Josh will always have temptation- as we all have temptation, whether he's in baseball or not. The pressure and consequences of leaving God's will for our lives based on one night of defeat, would or could be far more detrimental that staying right where God has placed us. That kind of "defeated thinking" is exactly what the devil would want....to make Josh think that he is a failure and he should just quit. Well, I know better and you won't be able to convince me otherwise.
Here is more from Katie about the notion that maybe playing baseball was making these addictions tougher for Hamilton to overcome:
One day we will leave baseball...it certainly doesn't last forever. However, GOD gave Josh that talent and it's FOR HIS GLORY. There are always "what ifs" in life. And yes, it was ONE NIGHT- you can choose to believe what you want. JOsh is in no way shape or form "chasing millions" that very thought or statement sickens my stomach. This job isn't about money, fame or "being a homerun king"...none of those things bring happiness and if that's what it was all about- neither Josh nor myself would be a part of it. WHat is IS about is glorifying God through a talent that HE gave Josh- and being obedient to the call in which He has placed on our lives. Which for right now.,,,IS BASEBALL. When God takes us out of baseball- He will provide something else for us to do to bring Him glory. ( but that timeline is for HIM to decide- not us) I know without a doubt, that God did not bring Josh this far and allow him to play (after all he's been through) if that wasn't HIS plan. But I will certainly NOT encourage Josh to quit or tell Josh he should quit playing as I feel that would be direct disobedience to the Lord and if there is ONE thing I'm sure of after all of this it's this: God has absolutely equipped me to be Josh's wife- baseball included. I'm sorry that you will have to deal with us a while longer. If that upsets you, you should talk to the team about a trade. But just so you know....I love Dallas and I'm thoroughly enjoying my time with Texas Rangers. Take care, and God Bless
Just thought I'd share her thoughts with you for those that haven't been able to dig through the comments section on a post from yesterday