For all the people who have asked me over the years how I can love tennis as much as I do without playing the game…
Guess who’s taking lessons?
I was inspired by a Groupon that was sent out during the US Open — six private lessons with a tennis pro for one-third of the regular price.
Couldn’t pass up that deal.
I had to wait until after my Italy adventure to begin, so today was my first lesson, and I could not have had a more beautiful day. Sunny skies. Cool temps. And me, actually doing pretty darn well.
I guess I can plan to play at next year’s Open.
Yeah, right.

Your early success at tennis does not surprise me as a witness to your ice skating prowess.
I can’t tell if you are serious here…
Guess who else is taking lessons Carla? Ryan started last week and is already hitting the ball.