Wednesday, November 30, 2016

HappyUP!!! Day 3880

HappyUP!!! - Rain Gear
Why it happened - I bought new stuff
Why it makes me happy - I was comfortable in some adverse conditions today....not horrible considering the time of year and the deal we are getting due to off season. Just LOVE my new rain gear

HappyUP!!! - spectacular views 
Why it happened - we are on the coast
Why it makes me happy - today....might have been the most breathtaking......double rainbows....a violent ocean...sunshine at times...just.....WOW!!!

HappyUP!!! - the Puch Bowl
Why it happened - another competition
Why it makes me happy - never seen a putting green like this one...sooooo big....so much fun had with a late competition.....Bandon Dunes took care of us

Tuesday, November 29, 2016

HappyUP!!! Day 3879

HappyUP!!! - net 72
Why it happened - played well
Why it makes me happy - my game does not "travel well"....but....I tied for low net for the entire 24 person group today.....darn 3 putt on 18 or I would have taken it outright. Still....great day

HappyUP!!! - scallops
Why it happened - I ordered them
Why it makes me happy - I am on the coast...and I am eating seafood. It was soooo good...I actually did a trade with a "steak guy" who wanted a scallop. Great scallops...a little surf and turf...yumbo

HappyUP!!! - Par 3 course
Why it happened - another competition
Why it makes me happy - we had so much fun going out as a 6-some on this fun little course in the afternoon. Lots of yucks

HappyUP!!! - DD cribbage
Why it happened - we were in the Bunker
Why it makes me happy- I won!!!! That wasn't expected!

Monday, November 28, 2016

HappyUP!!! Day 3878

HappyUP!!! - Spectacular view at Old McDonald
Why it happened - we are on the coast
Why it makes me happy - it was about the third hole...we were inland....had to hit a blind tee shot up over a bluff....when I walked up the bluff.....BAM!!!...full view of the Pacific Ocean....that is all I can say.....BAM!!! It was spectacular....like a slap in the face...all I could say was, "how lucky am I?"

HappyUP!!! - Sturgeon
Why it happened - I ordered it
Why it makes me happy - I am on the coast. I'm going to order fresh fish. And.....THIS...was the bomb

HappyUP!!! - low for our team
Why it happened - me and partner got it done
Why it makes me happy - don't want to be the boat anchor. Didn't play that well but my partner and I made it happen today

Sunday, November 27, 2016

HappyUP!!! Day 3877

HappyUP!!! - great best ball score
Why it happened - ham and egg
Why it makes me happy - my game has been shakey....unknown course....my partner and I held up our end for the team today

HappyUP!!! - caddy
Why it happened - ya gotta have one
Why it makes me happy - Dave seems like a nice guy....ya never know what you are going to get...I think I got a guy I can go with the rest of the week

HappyUP!!! - spectacular views
Why it happened - we are on the coast
Why it makes me happy - got to remember...hey...I need to play golf....but...at same time...WOW! Those ocean views were dramatic

HappyUP!!! - Raiders
Why it happened - they kicked ass
Why it makes me happy- playoffs getting closer

HappyUP!!! - putting
Why it happened - been working on it
Why it makes me happy - kept making that one coming back....got my caddies' attention

Saturday, November 26, 2016

HappyUP!!! Day 3876

HappyUP!!! - Flight on Time
Why it happened - we went early
Why it makes me happy - flights got delayed later due to rain....we had no stress on that

HappyUP!!! - cribbage in the bar
Why it happened - we had a layover
Why it makes me happy - great to reacquaint with the game....and teach a couple others....and win a little money

HappyUP!!! - Bunker Bar
Why it happened - vacation time
Why it makes me happy - guys...cigars....pool tables...a bit of cribbage....this is going to be a great trip!

Friday, November 25, 2016

HappyUP!!! Day 3875

HappyUP!!! - birdie on 16
Why it happened -great putt
Why it makes me happy - haven't had a bunch of these lately....helpful

HappyUP!!! - packing
Why it happened - I gotta GO
Why it makes me happy - I think I did it right....everything I need...going into questionable weather conditions

HappyUP!!! - hand warmers
Why it happened - dude told me where to go
Why it makes me happy - I am going to need these...happy friend told me exactly the aisle at Safeway where they were. Easy score!!!


Thursday, November 24, 2016

HappyUP!!! Day 3874


HappyUP!!! - Richie invite
Why it happened - it's the holiday
Why it makes me happy - already had plans....but got to stop by and share some holiday cheer with my best buddy

HappyUP!!! - taken in by my adopted family 
Why it happened - it's Thanksgiving
Why it makes me happy - so much love....so much warmth....so blessed to be part of it

HappyUP!!! - a great chat with Suzy
Why it happened - I was allowed in
Why it makes me happy - I love a REAL chat....a real one....was a bit surprised to be invited to it...but so glad we had it

HappyUP!!! - seeing adopted mom
Why it happened - see above
Why it makes me happy- just LOVE this GRACEFUL lady

Wednesday, November 23, 2016

HappyUP!!! Day 3873

HappyUP!!! - DD joining us
Why it happened - he had time off
Why it makes me happy - LOVE playing golf with this guy....great surprise

HappyUP!!! - social time
Why it happened - we were relaxing
Why it makes me happy - great catchup time with my buddies

HappyUP!!! - texts from a friend
Why it happened - I was thought of
Why it makes me happy - FANTASTIC to catch up in front of the upcoming holiday....kind of a special anniversary exchange....siiiigggghhh

Tuesday, November 22, 2016

HappyUP!!! Day 3872


HappyUP!!! - New member joining
Why it happened - we are attractive
Why it makes me happy - LOVE new people to help

HappyUP!!! - hooking up the ride
Why it happened - we have a trip coming up
Why it makes me happy - had lots of fun with my buddy arranging the transportation

HappyUP!!! - speech
Why it happened - TM
Why it makes me happy - it let me emphasize the importance of writing

Monday, November 21, 2016

HappyUP!!! Day 3871

HappyUP!!! - Kohls
Why it happened - I needed stuff
Why it makes me happy - I got all the stuff I wanted...and some other stuff....and...then...at the counter...they tried to basically give it away to me through further discounts. I don't get it...but I will take the deal

HappyUP!!! - Mow 
Why it happened - nice day
Why it makes me happy - leaves cleaned up...and a lovely late fall lawn...it makes me happy

HappyUP!!! - Raider
Why it happened - another win
Why it makes me happy - playoffs are looking good

Sunday, November 20, 2016

HsppyUP!!! Day 3870

HappyUP!!! - Rain
Why it happened -weather
Why it makes me happy - we need it so badly

HappyUP!!! -  chill day
Why it happened - rain
Why it makes me happy - it was just a nice day to sit inside and enjoy the great indoors...I took full advantage

HappyUP!!! - 5 way playoff
Why it happened - it's a golf thing
Why it makes me happy - GREAT tournament....GREAT entertainment...you don't get that much excitement that often

Saturday, November 19, 2016

HappyUP!!! Day 3869

HappyUP!!! - paying papa John
Why it happened - he did some work
Why it makes me happy - rediculous low price he charged me....I quadrupled it

HappyUP!!! - BIG RAIN
Why it happened - weather
Why it makes me happy - loved the storm...and got some stuff done

HappyUP!!! - Ground Transport secured
Why it happened - I am in charge
Why it makes me happy - dudes won't complain about these accomodations next week...Top Shelf!

Friday, November 18, 2016

HappyUP!! Day 3868

HappyUP!!! - Birdie 6
Why it happened - great 9 iron
Why it makes me happy - it's a birdie

HappyUP!!! - Birdie 14
Why it happened -super wedge
Why it makes me happy -that is the SECOND birdie in the round. Yeah...hoping to get back to days when I get more....but 2 is GREAT

HappyUP!!! - weather
Why it happened - it's weather
Why it makes me happy - such a gorgeous day for a walk and some golf. It's why I live here

Thursday, November 17, 2016

HappyUP!!! Day 3867

HappyUP!!! - Papa John
Why it happened - needed a little help
Why it makes me happy -love visiting this guy

HappyUP!!! - hitting balls
Why it happened - needed a little work
Why it makes me happy - got some progress going on

HappyUP!!! -"fleaing the cats"
Why it happened - it's a ritual
Why it makes me happy - P is back on schedule....have laid off her a bit....all cats happy...no stress

Wednesday, November 16, 2016

HappyUP!!! Day 3866

HappyUP!!! - Birdie 1
Why it happened - nice wedge
Why it makes me happy - LOVE a great start

HappyUP!!! - dinner
Why it happened - dude's wife was out of town
Why it makes me happy - great company and super food at the club

HappyUP!!! - coffee
Why it happened - it's a standing thing
Why it makes me happy - had some good laughs to start my day

Tuesday, November 15, 2016

HappyUP!! Day 3865

HappyUP!!! - Flu Shot
Why it happened - it's that time
Why it makes me happy -it was soooooo easy! I was less than 10 minutes stepping out of truck until I stepped back in

HappyUP!!! - Fleet Feet
Why it happened - getting ready for trip
Why it makes me happy - they still had a brand/style of shirt that really works for me....nice new patterns

HappyUP!!! - haircut
Why it happened - I was shaggy
Why it makes me happy - always love visiting my gal....she takes care of me very well

Monday, November 14, 2016

HappyUP!!! Day 3864

HappyUP!!! - caught up on bookkeeping
Why it happened - motivation
Why it makes me happy - took a little time but was pretty easy

HappyUP!!! - WheelsUP
Why it happened - found the parts on line
Why it makes me happy - they will be here soon and a toleration re: my lawnmower will be over

HappyUP!!! - friendly text
Why it happened - I was thought of
Why it makes me happy - always good to stay in touch with certain people

Sunday, November 13, 2016

HappyUP!!! Day 3863

HappyUP!!! - CSAA
Why it happened - I had an oversight
Why it makes me happy - so easy to get that cleaned up

HappyUP!!! - Seattle/New England
Why it happened - Sunday night football
Why it makes me happy - don't care for either team....but...it was a great game

HappyUP!!! - ordering stuff
Why it happened - got motivated
Why it makes me happy - don't know I wait to order things when it's so easy...but got some backlog off the books

Saturday, November 12, 2016

HappyUP!!! Day 3862


HappyUP!!! - Member Member
Why it happened - it's an annual deal
Why it makes me happy - great format and a power packed day

HappyUP!!! - giving award to partner
Why it happened - kind of a joke
Why it makes me happy - he loved it

HappyUP!!! - no DFL this time
Why it happened - we played better
Why it makes me happy - kinda tired of being DFL...we are building momentum for next year

HappyUP!!! - birdie 12
Why it happened - perfect tee shot and putt
Why it makes me happy - glad to help out!!!

Friday, November 11, 2016

HappyUP!!! Day 3861

HappyUP!!! - nice round
Why it happened - putting
Why it makes me happy - not the best round...but good possibilities

HappyUP!!! - anticipation
Why it happened - we are signed up
Why it makes me happy - can't wait for a long day of fun with my favorite partner

HappyUP!!! - stunning weather
Why it happened - who knows
Why it makes me happy - it was just GORGEOUS today


Thursday, November 10, 2016

HappyUP!!! Day 3860

HappyUP!!! - A New Day
Why it happened - Election
Why it makes me happy - I am excited and optimistic about the possible course of direction

HappyUP!!! - ordering the rain gear
Why it happened -I need them
Why it makes me happy - figured it out...made the investment....great stuff coming

HappyUP!!! - Russ 
Why it happened - he stopped by
Why it makes me happy - love the visit from the nephew




Wednesday, November 09, 2016

HappyUP!!! Day 3859

HappyUP!!! - TRUMP WINS!!!
Why it happened - he turned some states
Why it makes me happy - who doesn't love an upset. Hey, I don't care for the guy that much....but..like a lot of people....just can't stand the thought of her. New Blood...New Ideas...I stayed up until the concession in the wee hours this morning

HappyUP!!! - Club Presentation
Why it happened - we have a drive going on
Why it makes me happy - free pasta and drink....interesting information....optimism

HappyUP!!! - golf win
Why it happened - played well
Why it makes me happy - who doesn't love a W?

Tuesday, November 08, 2016

HappyUP!!! Day 3858

HappyUP!!! - going to the polls
Why it happened - it's Election Day
Why it makes me happy - I should do absentee....but...I actually like going into the polling place with my fellow voters

HappyUP!!! - mower running
Why it happened - I figured it out
Why it makes me happy - this was a big relief. Who wants to spend money on a new lawnmower? HappyUP!!!

HappyUP!!! - watching the returns come in
Why it happened - Election Day
Why it makes me happy - first, this thing is now OVER. OK...the campaign is. Bitching and whining will be sure to follow....BUT...at least this part of the deal is done

Monday, November 07, 2016

HappyUP!!! Day 3857


HappyUP!!! - 14 under
Why it happened - charity event
Why it makes me happy - it wasn't going to win....but....considering the lineup we had...that score was pretty darn good

HappyUP!!! - great cause
Why it happened - charity event
Why it makes me happy - how lovely to be able to support a cause re: childhood cancer

HappyUP!!! - course conditions
Why it happened - nice greens keeping
Why it makes me happy -heard things would be way worse. Course was lovely

Sunday, November 06, 2016

HappyUP!!! Day 3856

HappyUP!!! - extra hour
Why it happened - we do that
Why it makes me happy - LOVE getting an extra hour on a Sunday morning

HappyUP!!! - 8:15 golf
Why it happened - did a shift
Why it makes me happy - 8:15 was like 9:15....PERFECT time to tee it up today

HappyUP!!! - great group
Why it happened - a mix  
Why it makes me happy - lots of fun....very competitive

Saturday, November 05, 2016

HappyUP!!! Day 3855

HappyUP!!! - Frk
Why it happened - he offerred
Why it makes me happy - soo happy to get a ride

HappyUP!!! - Mary's party
Why it happened - a very special occasion
Why it makes me happy - one doesn't turn 90 everyday. A lovely get together

HappyUP!!! - Russ
Why it happened - see the above
Why it makes me happy - we got to take a drive...I got some intelligence...LOVE that kid

Friday, November 04, 2016

HappyUP!!! Day 3854


HappyUP!!! - friend stopped by
Why it happened - chat was needed
Why it makes me happy - great to give a little therapy to a friend

HappyUP!!! - Pacific Street
Why it happened - hungry
Why it makes me happy - nothing like breaking bread in a classic venue

HappyUP!!! - fabulous group today
Why it happened - we golf
Why it makes me happy - great guys....great weather....so many laughs

Thursday, November 03, 2016

HappyUP!!! Day 3853

HappyUP!!! - P's visit to the doc
Why it happened - it was time
Why it makes me happy - her weight is fine....everything checks out...no issues! Just love that little kitty

HappyUP!!! - Dr Mac
Why it happened - see above
Why it makes me happy - great young Vet....nice "table side manner"....she'll take P the rest of the way

HappyUP!!! - D-baugh
Why it happened - went to hit balls
Why it makes me happy - after hitting balls, we had a nice visit

Wednesday, November 02, 2016

HappyUP!!! Day 3852

HappyUP!!! - Wah
Why it happened - I invited
Why it makes me happy - love to have this guy out to the club. He loves it and the group loves it

HappyUP!!! - World Series
Why it happened - it's the Fall Classic
Why it makes me happy - the Cubs did it!!! Curse ended!!!

HappyUP!!! - weather
Why it happened - who knows
Why it makes me happy - had 2 guests out...nice that the weather cooperated so well after some recent inclement stuff

Tuesday, November 01, 2016

HappyUP!!! Day 3851

HappyUP!!! - World Series
Why it happened - it's time
Why it makes me happy - great game tonight....are the Cubs going to break that curse

HappyUP!!! - hitting balls
Why it happened - I practice sometimes
Why it makes me happy - nice session today

HappyUP!!! - Theme Meeting
Why it happened - our TM suggested it
Why it makes me happy - LOVE trying out something new....it was fun today