Roland Garros - French Open 2008

The Roland Garros - French Open 2008 was an event we didn't want to miss. Our long-time friends Pat & Lisa Zimmerman were in town for the event so the four of us went on a double date. We didn't have tickets to a main event, but we were lucky enough to be at the front of the line for general admission seating. It's a huge outdoor complex with tons of clay courts, big screen t.v.'s, food and tennis excitement. We walked around & watched a couple of fun matches. I especially loved watching the wheel-chair games. What amazing athletes! It's cool to see how they care for the clay courts...that is after all what makes playing tennis in France so unusual. They spray it down with water and then go over with rakes to keep the clay even & not bumpy.

Back in high school & college Taylor and Pat played a little tennis together at the community courts. Lisa and I joined in for a doubles match here and there, but I think we all need a little practice if we are to get back into the game at this stage of life. The athletes competing at the French Open were so strong & powerful. It was just a great day!