It’s that time of the year again. Where men and women of all ages descend on an American city with their eyes wide with hope and aspirations pinned on something great and magical—something that gives them courage and optimism for a year of new beginnings. No, I’m not talking about a national political convention; I’m talking about the NBA’s All Star Weekend—where dreams are fulfilled, and there are plenty of fantastic slam dunks! Recently, I flew with two friends to Los Angel