Been number one in my tennis league for a couple weeks now. Didn't beat Jay C. He lost to someone else. Finally think I'm getting the hang of the one hand topspin backhand (with continental grip). Have to flip the wrist over.

Want to switch to a eastern forehand grip. Need to practice that a bit.

Got my serve working very well as far as control (and pace is quite good also). Placement getting very good. Trying very hard to keep arm straight so my arm doesn't hurt. Actually seem to still get topspin on it this way. And finding that I actually serve better this way anyway.

Played mixed doubles against indoor courts owner, college coach and some other lady yesterday. Had a good time.

The Hawth is 6 weeks old and it's all kind of amazing. Like slowly nurturing a plant but it's a quite a bit more than that.

Been a good time lately I guess. No evil people have been bothering me lately and haven't been so worried about the possibilities. And spending a lot of time just at home with J and Hawth. Playing Skyrim, up to level 33.

Writing a bit of music here and there. Totally neglecting cello and hammered dulcimer. Thinking about getting piano off craigslist. Continuing to stay distracted.

Worked up to 60 pounds pack on elliptical (along with bungee cords so I can pull my legs up). Neglecting running and anerobic stuff lately. A month before races will get a few hard runs in I guess.