What's it all about...

The events of Friday opened up all sorts of thoughts in my mind; family, friends, children, dying, living! Life really is a sad thing on some occasions. This little old lady has lived through war, had children with grand children, seen so much change to the world, yet the deterioration of her mind had reduced her to a child again. A strong lady...when did she change, when did she become a frail old lady?

I can never see myself getting old, although I know I find a new wrinkle every now and then and my face is maturing, I can't comprehend looking like a 'nan'! I see my parents looking older and it makes me realise that it happens to us all. I used to think 40 was old, and I am getting there! My grandparents have all passed away and now I read of film stars that remind me of being a child also coming to an end - scary stuff!

So, what is life all about? The only thing we are ever certain of is that we are going to die at some point - nice! Life is wonderful, an amazing experience of the unknown, an adventure.

I was fortunate enough to attend an exhibition match at Wimbledon yesterday; testing of the new roof over Centre Court. Steffi Graf, my absolute idol with the best legs in tennis, Agassi (Mr Steffi Graf), Henman and Clijsters. It was truly incredible and we were sitting 8 rows from the front. The tennis was awesome, but the bit I liked the most was seeing two people (Agassi and Graf) so totally and utterly in love with one another. The chemistry between them was magical, the odd smile, funny look and the way he doted on her was so lovely to see.

So, after the initial sadness of Friday night, followed by the chaos of my thoughts for a day or two, I had a little private moment on Centre Court yesterday, a true understanding of what it's all about! No doubt the little old lady and her husband had once shared such loving moments, which makes life that much crueler, as no matter what good things come your way, it must all come to an end at some point!