I've been a fan of the NFL's New England Patriots for a long time, even before they became a dynasty.

However, I don't take being a fan too seriously.  If the Patriots win games and championships, then that's good for me.

But if they lose a big game or have a bad season, it's not going to ruin my life.  That's because I don't think of it as the end of the world like some sports fans seem to believe.

I mean, when the Pats won the six Super Bowls that they won, I was glad they were victorious.  But it didn't make my life much better.

So if you're a fan of a team, don't take it too seriously.  It's just a game.