My dearest Kate, please don’t diss the fabulous Mary Carillo.
Regarding Kim Clijsters’ motherhood, the male commentators mentioned it as least as much as Mary did. They also made the observation that very few male tennis champs won grand-slam titles after becoming parents. The issue is parenthood and how much time it requires — not gender. Look at Roger Federer — his twins just turned one, and he hasn’t won a slam all year. Also, Mary was the first commentator to call out Roddick for his appalling behavior during the Open.
I adore Mary’s husky voice and her frank style. I also adore you. I want my lovelies to all get along, please.
Mrs. Tallywinks
September 17, 2010 @ 4:09 am
My dearest Kate, please don’t diss the fabulous Mary Carillo.
Regarding Kim Clijsters’ motherhood, the male commentators mentioned it as least as much as Mary did. They also made the observation that very few male tennis champs won grand-slam titles after becoming parents. The issue is parenthood and how much time it requires — not gender. Look at Roger Federer — his twins just turned one, and he hasn’t won a slam all year. Also, Mary was the first commentator to call out Roddick for his appalling behavior during the Open.
I adore Mary’s husky voice and her frank style. I also adore you. I want my lovelies to all get along, please.
Kate Clinton
September 22, 2010 @ 8:59 pm
Thanks for your nuanced, kind response to my momentary frustration. Have you considered Mid-East diplomacy?