Mina: Wherever you are, you could be PA to Madame President, if you are willing. I'll be Hon Sec. as I know that job backwards. Mina??

OK, she is still engrossed with the Spanish Armada!!

Hey, look who has appeared while i was, er, busy:)
Mr. Pete Bodo, in person. Always a pleasure, of course. Some nice Spanish cider?

Oh, the Frenchies have arrived? Good. I had arranged a showboating contest with Monfils:)

where is Novak? this isn't much of a pool party without, ahem, Serbia's finest. :D

I'm back from my workout and see that the party's still rockin. So... what'd I miss?

ok - not a real pirate
the Hollywood "romantic " version of one

you are too funny,not Grant disguised as pirate :)

I don't know - I loved the Rafa white piratas and the blue tank he wore at IW a few years back
It was a good look on him
showed off all the muscles to perfection
I have never really adapted to the t shirt and shorter shorts as well

oh great - now i've visions of fabio dancin' in my head.

*wanders off to find the remments of the armada to erase that visual*

Lynne: i'm here, minding the pool and concentrating on keeping the tour's bestest fr injuring themselves before the season officially starts.

no, RAndy. no one is allowed to climb onto Fed's shoulders, the Fed fans will have our heads if that back get's thrown out!

hey, jackie! glad to be here, looks like a rockin party...
i see the american contingent hasnt arrived yet, lol
mina-yeah where is novak? he seems like a hardy partier

Wozniacki in cozy winter-appropriate clothes - furry boots & wooly dress, attending the Avatar opening night:
http://tinyurl.com/y9fblb6

And speaking of Dominika Cibulkova, this is a true party spirit:
http://tinyurl.com/yctmxcu
http://tinyurl.com/ycqg5yd

well , Bobby
you missed Mr X and Hott Wozz under the mistletoe
the only reason they left was that Jackie and mina grabbled a couple of spanish guys and forced them out of the way

which saves me from having to break out my weak french to keep Richard from dragging my daughter under the mistletoe

that 's about it

and we are still drinking :) and discussing fashion

beth, thanks for the recap. How come I always miss the good stuff?

Why thank you, Mr. X, I like Spanish cider, as well as Cava.

There's no problem with that, beth. I am in good terms with the members of the Armada.
And i think it would indeed be a good idea to keep your daughter away from Mr. Gasquet. I've been talkign to Jo and Gael, and apparently Richard commented something about a person by the name of "Pamela" when they were coming.

Hey, what's that noise?
Hiiiiiiiikkkkk.....CRASH!!
Ok, i think Muzz has arrived in his new car, and it looks like the insurance guys had a good idea, since he just took down one of the streetlights. I wonder if the car's tinted windows have something to do with his vampiric nature:)

I have to go, but I hope everyone has a great time!

stick around , Bobby , I am sure that more will go on
the night is young
at least on the west coast

you..are on a roll, Mr.X.

Happy new Year, Grant!

Mr X - I don't think that even Richard is that stupid
I imagine that the woman suing him for defamation of character is not someone on his holiday list
I think Missie and her little crush is safe in that regard

Pete, I know the party's packed, but I don't see you. You're in a corner with your Kindle, aren't you?

And as for that Frenchie, here's Reeshar in a recent Canal+ talk show called Le Grand Journal, again accepted and acceptable, looking nice and mature:
http://tinyurl.com/y8aj7o5

BTW, that dress shirt is also Lacoste.

Sure, Pete, here, have some:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=drniw1KZFUI&feature=related

On the party spirit and the holiday spirit, i will forget the grudge i was holding against you because of your WTF podcast prediction:)

Thanks for coming, Grant! And maybe you should take that pirate guy with you ...

Well, beth, i must say i wasnt all that surprised that she sued him. She didnt exactly come out very well in the whole story, not only with the coke, but with the "Hey, i'm gonna take you to a striptease club!" part.

hey everyone! I wasn't sure I would be able to make it, since I was driving back from Philadelphia with my parents...who are staying with me for the night. How is everyone doing?

I don't think Richard has any clothes that are not Lacoste
except for suits - which they don't make
He does look good in that photo
relaxed and happy
nice to see him that way

WHAT?! Are we out of food again???

Gotta run out and get some more eats. Be right back!

And Gael with his new 'do and the latest in facial manscaping. Check out also the Rafaesque color coordination of his shirt:
http://tinyurl.com/ybrpe4o

bobby! you came back! *waves glass of champers* :)

crazyone - i had something to ask you, but sadly, since i've a mind like a sieve, i've forgotten it. sigh. am idiot.

are your folks heading back tomorrow or will they stay for first nite / the weekend?

ooh young gael is looking less young and more hott... :)

every party needs their photographer, no?! malimeda, you're doing a bang up job! :)

Mr X - no she did not come off looking too good
but - unless she is the only Pamela on the planet - it's not like the public is aware of who she is
Her face did not come up on the internet as the poster child for bad behavior
His did .
I , personally find her lawsuit to be rather pointless and frivolous
But - I am a bit prejudiced that way

so whatever - he is free to play now , and that is all that matters really

jb, they're heading back tomorrow...which to be honest, I'm glad about, because they're not at all people who stay up for...anything...so if they were around I wouldn't have much of a new year's at all.

Good seeing you around, it's been a while!

Just shoot me the question when you remember it :)

jb, I'm back for one more drink... but I'm stopping after that!

Love all the pictures and videos from everyone.

sigh. it will come to me, mostly likely in the middle of the nite!

what're you up to for the NYE? anything fun? and i hear you re: the 'rents toddling off. nice to have them visit, nice to have your place back to yourself..! :)

Will you be trying to stream the faux tennis that starts tomorrow? I'm hoping there will be streams, there were last year.

and i know - its been a while since i've been 'round. right before the new look went up i kept getting this virus thingy everytime i came here. couldn't even lurk. :(

but its all good now, and i'm all fired up for tennis again! whoohooo!

the nice thing about these virtual parties is that we don't really need a designated driver
as I am allready home - I can drink as much champagne as I can hold

glad you are back , jb
and just in time for the new season

i know - and as long as the champers is virtual beth, there's no repercussions! though, i sort of don't keep the GE's virtual all the time.... hee! :)

did you pick out your puppy yet?

In the end, it could be a case of her actually wanting some of that fame, beth.

Oh no, look who's there. The Sod himself. Great. And he's coming this way, to meet the other Scandinavia's #1. I think this is the time to put my plan in action.

Oh, hello, Mr. Sod...erling. And Mrs. (unbelieveable. How did this guy get her?)
Yes, OK, Caro, i will offer them some of that cider. Even if i'm actually running out of it (big lie).
*pours some cider for the Sod*
*picks something from pocket*
Hey, look, is that Bjorn Borg over there?
*while the Sod is looking away, pours the laxative he was keeping in his pocket into his glass of cider*
Oh no, it was just some random white-haired guy. Here is your glass, Mr. Soderling. Cheers.

*watches with evil smirk as the Sod drinks the whole glass of cider in one shot*
(That's for May 31st, Sod:)

me either -
clinks glasses
I am enjoying a glass of real champagne here

as for the puppy - no we have not picked him out yet
He is only 2 weeks old right now - we go up to see the litter in about 4 weeks
and then we can bring the pup home when he is 8 weeks old
I have seen the mother and father - both beautiful dogs - so we are excited

jb, what faux tennis? Fill me in. I'm way behind. Heck, I'm still trying to finish the Henin-Capriati semi from 2003. Boy, what a match. I'm savoring every point.

loving Mr X's revenge on the Sod
I know - it is not in the holiday spirit
but I cannot resist a smile at the thought

i have total puppy envy. i lurve goldens; they're such beautiful dogs. and typically very sweet. so end of january we'll be expecting pictures! :)

and when does missy go back to school? does she have a chunk of time off or does she go back soon?

Bobby,
Abu Dhabi exo starts at 6 AM tomorrow for the ATP. WTA first match will be Venus and Maria exo at Thailand on Saturday along with play from the Hopman Cup.

Pete,
Glad to see you are hanging out today.

pictures will definitely be on FB
I cannot wait to see the little guy

Missie is here until January 18th - a good long break
I am so used to her being here now - it's gonna be like starting all over when she has to go back to Texas

As for Novak, he's not only tagging along his WAG and his poodle, but also munching on a banana and wearing track suit:
http://tinyurl.com/y98akrv

Meanwhile, that other WAG Xisca is pictured alone for once, all dressed up:
http://tinyurl.com/yaj9bxo

But here she is with her bf:
http://tinyurl.com/yeue7og
http://tinyurl.com/ya983rg

Master Ace, thanks! I need to have an exo schedule handy. Do you have a link? I think you put in the comments of recent posts, right?

malimeda, Xisca and Jelena are really pretty. And not in a Tiger's mistress kind of way.

Mr X: Can't think of a better way to get revenge on the Sod ... and I think Rafa saw what you did 'cos he has an evil smile on his face!

i was just thinking that same thing bobby, except the tiger part... that didn't occur to me... :)

Bobby,
Look at page 1 of the party thread for Abu Dhabi and Hopman Cup. Exo in Hong Kong starts on 1/6/10 that Caroline, Victoria, Venus, and Maria will be part of.

Don't get too excited about the cake - I made a (very very stupid) mistake and the vast majority of it is now inedible. What little bit I was able to salvage was quickly scarfed up by the circling bottomless pits known as the Armada.

Seriously though, the cake was supposed to be my contribution to my NYE party tomorrow. Bah Humbug.

Oh @$@^$%^* I missed the party! :( If there still is bartender around, please let me have a hard cider!

jb, I had to be lame and bring Tiger into it. :)

Master Ace, I'll grab that exo info... thanks.

I'll catch you guys later. I'm starting to feel under the weather. I'm taking some Nyquil and heading to bed soon. Happy Holidays!

I am sure that there has got to be some booze left here somewhere , GV Girl

did I hear you are coming to IW this year ?
I hope so

*high-fives Rafa*
Told ya i would get him, man:)

Well, it certainly has been very nice to hang around with you guys tonight, and this was a great party, Jackie, but it's really really late over here, so it's time for me to leave now.
Yes, of course i'm taking the Hott WSoz with me:)
Happy New Year, and see you for the 2010 season, everyone!

night , Bobby
hope you feel better soon
I should probably go too
I have a family to feed

Happy New Year!

ruh-roh bobby. take care, its no fun being sick. hope you can nip it in the bud.

gvgirrrl! don't be silly - party's still goin' - its early! well, its early some places... :)

Beth,

Yes, IW looks like it is in my future. I may be media the first week of the tournament. So what's the Twibers hotel of choice?

Bobby,
Take care.

GVGirl,
Glad you are able to come. As Beth would say, West Coast say it is early.

Beth,
Arizona is getting embarrassed as their offense is letting Suh rest.

Hey JB! Wasn't the US Open just the other day! It seems like it.

I really do think someone should have checked for any innocent people catching a pre-party nap BEFORE all the coats were piled on the bed. **sniff**

GVGirl! Wow - haven't seen you in an age!

Naturellement, Sod is wearing some celebrity eyewear now, even indoors:
http://tinyurl.com/yzlhrmw

He's accessorising his outfits with this cute messenger bag (his one has "me" added in felt tip after RafaBites):
http://tinyurl.com/y96xns7

CL: Well, that was some entry. Was it really you under the coats??

i know - ny was just a couple weeks ago, wasn't it? i think people are here and there - but the hyatt and the esperanze are right next to each other, and i think there will be pockets in both. not sure where else TWibers will be staying...

have you been to IW before?

CL,

I know I've been MIA. It's been a a very busy time for me.

Back. Again.

Folks inebriated yet? ;)

And LOL, CL!

Well ... at least you dug yourself out eventually ... ;)

Jb,

I think I'll be staying at one of the media hotels. Not sure which one yet.

Lord willing I'll also be attending/covering Miami.

Jackie,

Not "buzzed" yet. LOL

sigh. i wish i could do the IW / Miami double... but not yet. not until i find that pesky winning lotterly ticket.

crap. i actually have some small winners and another unchecked ticket that i put somewhere safe. *headdesk* i only have a year to find them....

Well, some inmates are becoming unruly:
http://tinyurl.com/yldwcp2
http://tinyurl.com/yfb59na

While others are calmly sunning their biceps and moisturizing their faces (after carefully placing celebrity eyewear in their laps):
http://tinyurl.com/yzxo45m
http://tinyurl.com/yh5txf7

Jackie: Thank you for a superb party ... really had fun.

Goodnight, everyone ... Happy and Peaceful New Year to you all!!

Oh, Lynne, the pleasure was all mine! Thanks for coming, and happy new year!

Ok I am back

Miss Jackie I see you have picked Tommy,sniff

Ok good choice

My little son is calling me so I'll be off! Happy New Year everyone! May you get what you wish for!

AM, 'twas a rough decision ... who knows if this'll even last ...

Have a good night, GVGirl! Glad you made it!

Man, why is everyone leaving?! It's early yet!!!

mhm - dunno jackie - i'm still here.

though i may crash soon. gotta sleep so i can be up at the crack of dawn for TENNIS! :)

Noooooo, jb! Look, I bought Cheetos! You HAVE to stay!

Hey Bobby! Yeah holed up with the Kindle; I bought the complete works of William Faulkner for, like, 13 cents. Actually, i had to go watch an episode of Rawhide with Luke; special treat during his vacation week. Afraid I have to bail now, folks. Got about two hours of writing to do before I turn in. I wish you all a Happy New Year, and I hope it's going to be a great one; how can it not be, with y'all around?

hello Pete! Happy new year!

Oh, Pete, so happy you were able to stop by. Good luck with the writing! And of course, happy new year!

Thanks Pete have a great and safe New Years Eve

Dont do anything I wouldnt do lol!

i'm still around Jackie.

perplexed by that second pic fr Malimeda, was that Fed or Moya? i really can't tell...

Dont worry Jackie

Us Aussies can party all day and night

We were bred well for our staying capacity lol!

See Mina is a new Aussie she is still here

made any progress Mina?

Gee Malimeda I am soo glad The Chick Magnet got some sun while at the DC

Yes! Go mina! And AM! I should be an Aussie, maybe ...

Hey, Petey! I'm back from that other party I had to attend, and I must slip back into my Mrs Santa hot pants and fishnets and rejoin the fun at TW. My BFF, whose birthday we were celbrating, didn't do justice to my amazing rum punch recipe which I gave her the other day. So, I'll have a cup from the batch I left here earlier -- if there's any left. Oh, thank you, Jackie.

Ahhhh Ruth so glad you joined us

My oh my you have great legs

Ha, Ruth! Glad you returned! And very welcome. ;)

i SO wish i had some cheetos. sigh. i can have a clementine instead, but its not the same thing. junk food fail. :(

sigh. missed pete. ahh well. we shall no doubt cross paths again... :)

Sorry I missed so much of the party - but those coats were so comfy and I think I may have scored about $3 in change from the pockets...

Happy New Year to all the Twibe - here's to tennis, a permanent cease fire in the Fedal wars...or any other wars...good health to all players and fans....and fabulous matches to come. Gee I don't ask for much, do I?

BTW - has anyone seen my dyspepsia? I seem to have lost it at the party. :-))

Well thank goodness the weather has cleared up here for our fire works tonight

More importantly my hair wont Frizzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz

Yay!!!

CL I have anti dyspepsia drugs here on me,though it seems you dont need them at the moment,just give me a shout if if comes back ok

These days I seem to have every kind of drug om me,mmmmmm.

jb, virtual Cheetos - the next best thing?

Aw, CL, how adorable are you. :) Happy new year!

Also, just a heads-up ... but I plan on opening the Deuce Club on Friday, so you'll get a chance to say your "Happy New Year!"s again. :)

jax - i actually remembered i had some tortilla chips - so made a small batch of nachos... not orange, but salty good!

Mmmmm, nachos ...

Miss Jackie you are a work horse,seeing thats Saturday here its always fine with me when you do your Deuce Post.

Some have tummy troubles:
http://tinyurl.com/ycb5xol

Some are on their knees:
http://tinyurl.com/yalzkaq

Some are still rapping, but sprawled across the bed:
http://tinyurl.com/ykqf4dr

Some are already visualising their morning Rockylike workout:
http://tinyurl.com/ygl8yha

Oh crap I spoke too soon

looks like the drizzling rain is back

I will need all the Anti frizz products I can lay my hands on now.pfft.