For Ginebra, a season ends, a new one begins. Not now. But soon.

What do you say to the most ardent Ginebra fans immediately after a two-point loss in a knockout game? Do you console? Do you explain? Do you justify?

I suppose the healing never starts immediately just as the hurting never stops instantly. It's part of the process...for believing in something so intensely. You join the ride. You take the risk. Pain is a partner of privilege. Happiness goes hand-in-hand with hopelessness. It's always a 50/50 proposition, no matter what team you root for.

When a tournament ends, it also means the next year begins. Not now. But soon. Don't worry Ginebra fans, the start of the 2012-2013 PBA campaign is just a three-on-one fast break away. Recharge. Relax. Pahinga muna kayo. Tapos kampihan ulit. The promise of a new season awaits. MH