FAQ's: Inquiring Minds Want to Know

I have been genuinely touched and surprised at the interest and curiosity other tennis-folk, and really, just people in general have shown for my, ahem, slightly time-consuming passion for tennis. Lots of questions get thrown at me. Some more than others. "Are you crazy?!" is high up there. And since I am all about people-pleasing (that's me being sarcastic), I decided to lift the guarded veil of secrecy and do my best to answer your questions semi-truthfully. That's right. I just might lie.

One of the more frequent questions I get asked is what I do for fun outside of tennis. As if there were such a thing. In fact, earlier today, Carole S. from Woodway had this to ask: "Christina, you can't possibly spend every spare moment playing tennis. What is your favorite TV show? Do you even own a TV??"

My response: Hi Carole. Aren't you funny. Yes, just like most of the populated western world, I happen to be a TV owner. In fact I'm pretty sure I even have premium cable. And in case you were wondering, this is what a TV of mine looks like. Being a form-over-function gal many of my purchases, TV's included, are largely aesthetically-driven. (It's not just a TV -- it's art, damnit! Admit it, it's cool looking -- right?) Say what you will, but I'm funny like that. Kind of like my love for the Bang & Olufsen Beocom 2 cordless telephone. Those Danes sure know their way around design. Anyhoo, moving on -- let's re-focus!

As for a favorite television show. Is this a trick question? Would it surprise you to learn it's not the Tennis Channel? Truthfully, I discovered I have a difficult time watching tennis on TV. It just makes me realize that I am NOT playing. Once that happens, I get rather impatient watching.

I have a short attention span when it comes to a variety of things, TV shows being one. With all the drama and cruelty being played out in the world, I gravitate towards comedy, albeit the irreverent and dark kinds. Current faves are Californication and Dexter, which aren't exactly your run of the mill feel-good sitcoms. Not only do these shows provide comic-relief, they seem to satisfy my ever-present interest in human nature. Through the eyes and words of some really talented writers, you meet some flawed yet honest characters who are darkly funny and deeply human. Which is something you don't see on TV -- or in life really, very often.

Thanks for the question Carole! tina signing off.