P'ball report:
OK. Here goes. We are now, and have been, in the midst of messy weather and Tuesday AM (5/5/09) was no exception. I headed to the courts with my push broom and with my wipers on intermittent/low. Sharon had the good sense to stay at home. Feeling very much like an idiot upon arriving Timmons Park @ 9:00 AM sharp, I was not surprised to see Bob T already there fully armed with a push broom and a squeegee. We complimented each other on our eternal optimism and started pushing water off the court. In the mean time Lynne showed up looking forward to a game after a long hiatus from the courts. She pitched in and we managed to make some of the puddles shallower and almost stayed ahead of the mist.
We decided not to play any actual games, because we didn't want anyone to take a digger while lunging for a shot. So we batted the ball back and forth always trying, and sometimes succeeding, in hitting the ball within range of the opposing player.
Lynne played a few rounds, but was concerned about slipping because she didn't have much tread on her treads. So, she left after a spell.
Bob T and I played for somewhat longer than a spell. About an hour, if you count the time we attempted to de-water the court.
So, officially we had 3 players for this memorable event: Bob T, Lynne and this recorder of notable athletic feats.
Marginal weather is in the forecast, but we'll probably schedule the next session for Friday May 8th (Harry S. Truman's and my Birthday).
Ron
Happy Birthday Ron!!!
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