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“I have finally mastered what to do with the second tennis ball. Having small hands, I was becoming terribly self-conscious about keeping it in a can in the car while I served the first one. I noted some women tucked the second ball just inside the elastic leg of their tennis panties. I tried, but…” quote by Erma Bombeck
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“I have finally mastered what to do with the second tennis ball. Having small hands, I was becoming terribly self-conscious about keeping it in a can in the car while I served the first one. I noted some women tucked the second ball just inside the elastic leg of their tennis panties. I tried, but found the space already occupied by a leg. Now, I simply drop the second ball down my cleavage, giving me a chest that often stuns my opponent throughout an entire set.”

Erma Bombeck

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The author humorously describes a creative, albeit impractical, solution to a personal inconvenience, highlighting self‑consciousness and improvisation.

In simple terms: She finds a funny way to carry a tennis ball using her clothing.

Key Takeaway

Embrace humor when faced with awkward problems.

Themes

self‑consciousness improvisation humor body image

Mood

playful self‑deprecating lighthearted

Type

anecdotal humorous

When to use this quote

  • tennis practice
  • travel packing
  • public performance
  • personal confidence

Key Concepts

creativity social anxiety practicality

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can humor help you cope with embarrassing situations?
  • What other everyday problems could benefit from a playful approach?
A Different Perspective

The solution may be impractical and could cause discomfort or distraction.

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