On My Bookshelf [The Singles Game]

When The Singles Game came across my feed while I was watching Wimbledon I knew I would be adding it to my summer reading list.  It's penned by the same author as The Devil Wears Prada.  While it's certainly not at the same level, it was a quick, easy read and although predictable at times still entertaining overall.

Amazon says:

"The perfect beach read" (Booklist) from the New York Times bestselling author of The Devil Wears Prada - a dishy tell-all about a beautiful tennis prodigy who changes coaches and suddenly makes headlines on and off the court.

How far would you go to reach the top?

When America's sweetheart, Charlotte "Charlie" Silver, makes a pact with the devil -- the infamously brutal tennis coach Todd Feltner -- she finds herself catapulted into a world of celebrity stylists, private parties, charity matches aboard mega-yachts, and secret dates with Hollywood royalty.  Under Todd's new ruthless regime, Charlie the good girl is out.  Todd waants "Warrior Princess" Charlie all the way.  After all, no one ever wins big by playing nice.

Celebrity mags and gossip blogs go wild for Charlie as she jets around the globe, chasing Grand Slam titles and Page Six headlines.  But as the Warrior Princess's star rises on and off the court, it comes at a cost.  In a world obsessed with good looks and hot shots, is Charlie Silver willing to lose hersef to win it all?

I've been making a conscious effort to relax, slow down, and de-stress this summer.  As a result, I've been able to get a bit more reading in lately and I'm loving it!!  As always, I'd love to know what you recommend.  What's on your bookshelf??

Happy Reading!

Three-Peat and #20

Well, my boys did it again....Saturday they won their third consecutive state title and #20 for our school (the next closest school in the record books has 8).

Repeat

Yesterday was a good day.  No, actually Friday and Saturday were both great days.  Years and years of hard work by some fine young men paid off with a second consecutive state championship.  I've known many of them since they were very young.  You have no idea how many hours they've spent on and off the court working toward this goal. 


Ramblings

Last weekend I was lucky enough to spend some QT with my Koumbara.  It had been way, way too long.  We ended the day with a little nightcap.  The Moscow Mule might just be my new favorite.  It was delish!  (And of course I'm a sucker for presentation....the copper cup just may have sealed the deal.)

Everyday is 'Thersday!

These guys are still keeping me busy!!  We had a pretty successful 8 team invitational.  The competition is tough and the day long, but we came out on top. (As did our #2 and #3 singles players.)  I couldn't be happier for this team.  Not only are they a talented group of players, but a really nice group of young men.  I've said it once, and I'll say it again....I'm a lucky girl.

Let's Go 'Thers!!

A Busy Little Bee.....

School is definitely in full swing, as is the tennis season (no pun intended).  I've been spending my evenings with these fine young men. 

Not gonna lie.....my heart melted a little as one of them stopped and hugged me, along with an I love you, Melissa, just before going "down the line" during introductions.  Call me a sucker, but I happen to think I'm pretty lucky.  And although the "What day is it????" cheer drove me nuts last year, I've gotta admit, it's grown on me.  Everyday is 'Thersday! 

Let's Go 'Thers!

(Okay, okay, for those of you royally confused...as our opponents, and especially their parents usually are, we are the Panthers....get it?)



Tennis, Anyone?

Our door has been bare since the patriotic decorations came down after the fourth.  Finally, a plan was made and Hubby even agreed to help.

The Celebration Continues....

The 50th Anniversary Celebration Weekend continued Saturday evening with a banquet dinner.  It was a beautiful, loving tribute to one of the most generous, giving, and loving people I have the honor of knowing.  The room was filled with nearly 400 people, all wishing to pay tribute to our program's founder, the "Queen of Tennis".

Celebrating 50 Years

The tennis program I have been a part of for many, many years is celebrating their 50th Anniversary this summer.  It's a very special place, and although I'm biased, I can confidently say there's really no other program like it in the country.