I have a luncheon friend who has been deep in the dumps all week. He sits slumped over, picks at his food and won't speak. The only way to bring him to life is to stick him with the tab.
The reason for his malaise? He is a Hanshin Tigers fan and cannot come to grips with their recent playoff flop.
"Don't make fun of me," he whines. "You don't understand my pain."