Until two years ago, I had never played a single game of tennis in my life. Three other friends & I (none of them had played either) found a sweet lady who gave us weekly lessons for several months. As in beginner, what you teach the kids, from scratch, kind of lessons.
From there we all joined a recreational doubles league. And from there, my new love was born. I can honestly say I love it. Having never had a real hobby or sport...ever...this is all new territory. Sure I've signed up for a few exercise programs here and there but never stayed committed. And never really enjoyed them, either.
Now I have something I absolutely love and wish I could be playing just about every day of the week. Clearly that won't happen any time soon, so if I can get in drills and a league day each week, I am a happy camper.
And a fun benefit to exercise I enjoy is that it gives me an opportunity to spend more time with my Dad and with Tate. My Dad and I play each other every now and then, and I am DETERMINED to win a set against him one day. He doesn't back off his level of play for me. I've come kind of close (tied 4-4 but then the lights on the court went out!). And Tate has taken up an interest in the game as well. He's done a very low-key, fun tennis after school program. Gives us a chance to go play together as well, which is really fun.
My first day to go to a lesson and first time to play in the league made me a nervous wreck. But I'm so glad I did...with the help of some great friends.
And the lesson to be learned...you're never too old to try something new...in fact you may end up LOVING it!
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