Away Quote by Dave Martinez
“I've been around baseball for a really long time. I didn't know I could want to be here any more than I do, have any more love or passion for this. But being away, even for just a week, that was the worst. I didn't know what was going on. I never want to do that again.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Post‑Game Interview, Los Angeles Dodgers vs. San Diego Padres, 2023
The speaker expresses deep love for baseball, feeling incomplete when away and vowing never to experience that separation again.
In simple terms: Baseball is essential to his identity and happiness.
Key Takeaway
Cherish what you love; avoid unnecessary separation.
Themes
passion
identity
commitment
Mood
nostalgic
determined
Type
motivational
personal.
When to use this quote
- team travel
- off‑season breaks
- personal reflection
- career decisions
Key Concepts
sports psychology
emotional attachment
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes baseball so vital to you?
- How can you maintain passion during inevitable absences?
A Different Perspective
Absence may intensify feelings but can also cause burnout if not managed.
![“I don't like being away from home. That's one reason why I don't work as much as I used to [when I started my career], because so many things are on the road. I just don't want to be away from my husband, my dogs and my home. I don't sing that much any more because that also takes you on the road.” quote by Jane Powell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/07c/jane-powell-36243_away_i-don-t-like-being-away-from-home-that-s_278.jpg)
