It’s a great sport. I’ve started playing once a week with some friends of mine from the Southwest People department. We all played some in the past, so we’re neither horrible nor heirs to Federer’s throne. It’s great to be back on the court regularly. I make a few horrible shots for every great one (ask the guys about my serve that went over the fence), but fortunately I enjoy laughing at myself. Between my running and almost-weekly tennis, I’m gradually getting into better shape.

I’m set to leave for Alaska on Friday morning and have a long list of items to pack on Thursday. My new digital camera came in a couple days ago, and I love it! I’m not sure I’m smart enough to use all its different features, though. Good thing some poor tech writer put together a semi-detailed manual! The forecast for Juneau looks great – nice and cool, sunny, with little chance of rain. I’ll try to post some pictures after I get back.