Officiating

I always believe that there should be somebody to intercede between two people or parties whenever there is a dispute. As in every game the importance of officiating plays a major role in order that players are guided of what is and isn't allowed and conduct the necessary requirements of the game. Penalties are also slapped on the players to keep them honest and impose discipline during the game. A foul is a foul, and a call should be made at the proper time. The lesser is the role of the 'officials' the more we can assume that the game is going on smoothly. The more ugly the game gets the more active participation of the officials is required.

In our lives, I also believe in the importance of 'officials' in the conduct of our day to day activities. Not only for us ordinary citizens but in all sectors most importantly the people in the government. These people (police/soldiers, judges, etc.) must always reflect the highest degree of professionalism, respect, honesty, integrity and fairness. We can always feel safer and more comfortable seeing 'officials' doing their job well and at the same time we citizens are also being disciplined and can conduct our business and activities smoothly.

Sad to say, this is not the current situation. I am more saddened on the fact that these 'officials' could be seen as being used and appear to be just there not doing their jobs. I do not believe that what we need is a good leader. I believe that most importantly now what we need are good men in uniform and in robes to do their jobs and do them right.

I always want to enjoy good games. Moreso I also want to enjoy good living. We never have the chance of telling good stories to our children for a long time. Time and again we have these same problems. Maybe not in our time. I hope our children could tell a different story when their time comes.