The Start of the US Open Tennis Tournament-Part 1

The US Open Tennis Tournament gets ready to begin on August 25th 2014, even before the first star hits the court and official ball is struck, I am heading up to the National Tennis Center in Queens.

As I step off the 7 train and walk down the board walk, I am overwhelmed of years gone by and how I felt attending matches with my dad and younger sister. I instantly am reminded that they are not here with me anymore and I miss them even more because I can not share this experience with them.

As I continue to walk and pass the LIRR station, I flooded with memories of matches that I have seen over the years, some made me cry for joy others made me cry because of disappointment. What would this year bring, and why as a fan do I keep returning to work the Open each year. As I continue down the path to my destination, my answer stares in front of me. The Mercedes Benz display is already up and staring from a billboard is my favorite athlete Roger Federer. I am reminded that I am so lucky that I get to see him play and to have watched him over the years. I am reminded that people keep saying he is too old and will not win another Grand Slam (he holds the record with 18). I pass the exhibit and I catch myself smiling.

I made a promise to myself that I would enjoy the time I get to see him play win or lose I would just take it all in. I walk through the park on my way to my spot at the South Gate, and watch as the area is transformed into a tennis haven for the next two weeks.

I watch all the kids come from around the city to get a taste of tennis in New York.

This reminds me own lucky I am to be able to see all of these players and the upcoming stars.

I plan to write a series about my experiences over the next two weeks and share pictures of my adventures. I hope this will give those who wish they could be here some insight into the tournament.