HappyUP!!! Day 3173

HappyUP!!! - staying inside
Why it happened - it was hot outside
Why it makes me happy - I remember days like this....in my suit...and tie....out in 100 degree heat....and it makes me happy

HappyUP!!! - clean up
Why it happened - got off the duff
Why it makes me happy - nice to get that room knocked out

HappyUP!!! - knocking out some work
Why it happened - off that duff
Why it makes me happy - I had let some paperwork pile up. Once I sat down to it, I zipped it out!

HappyUP!!! Day 3172

HappyUP!!! - time with old pal
Why it happened - Toastmasters
Why it makes me happy - fascinating to hear about his recent move in my old industry. Good for him!!! EXACTLY the way I would do it if I was in his shoes

HappyUP!!! - largo 12
Why it happened - nice 7 iron
Why it makes me happy - just building toward the win

HappyUP!!! - solid round
Why it happened - a recent adjustment
Why it makes me happy - been a tough battle this year...let alone last couple of months...I think I found something a few days ago...a little "sumpin sumpin"....it seems to be working. Not a great round...but best round in a couple of months

HappyUP!!! Day 3171

HappyUP!!! - Lads and Lassies
Why it happened - annual event
Why it makes me happy - it was just a fun thing to be a part of. As I had brekko, I saw a few guys playing whose wives don't golf...yet they are here for this "Sadie Hawkins type" event....and they just love to come out for it. This is my third...I look forward to it

HappyUP!!! - Lads and Lassies WIN!!
Why it happened - team effort
Why it makes me happy - WOW!!! ....we just dusted the field today...and everyone (almost...I'll leave out the name of the guilty) contributed.  Amazing

HappyUP!!! - food
Why it happened - see above
Why it makes me happy - club did an awesome job

HappyUP!!! - Raj
Why it happened - Toastmasters
Why it makes me happy - I couldn't stay long due to the above....but I gave him a great greeting...and I'm thinking he will be joining too

JJ

Great group
Winning the tournament
Drive 3....3 wood 4....putt 8....wedge 9....3 wood 10.....5 iron 11....wedge 13....7 iron 15....drive 16

HappyUP!!! Day 3170

HappyUP!!! - call from Steve
Why it happened - he found my stuff
Why it makes me happy - I am priortized now

HappyUP!!! - Dollar Store
Why it happened - I saw a news segment
Why it makes me happy - hadn't been to a dollar store in awhile. When I saw the segment, I went, "ya know...there is some stuff they may have....and....the store is on my way...."....WOW!!! I cleaned up!!!

HappyUP!!! - clearing it up
Why it happened - texts
Why it makes me happy - so happy to get that out of the way....all good!

JJ

HappyUP!!! Day 3169

HappyUP!!! - I'm IN
Why it happened - someone didn't show up
Why it makes me happy - kinda felt like playing today....but there was no room.....UNTIL someone failed to show up

HappyUP!!! - birdie on 1
Why it happened - nice 8 iron and putt
Why it makes me happy - who doesn't like to start off with such a positive?...."they didn't see that one coming!"

HappyUP!!! - wood fired pizza
Why it happened - summer tradition
Why it makes me happy - these little babies are IT!!! Big Time!!!  Wow!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 3168

HappyUP!!! - finding balls
Why it happened - a memory flash
Why it makes me happy - I got "out of process" due to our road trip today. I was really glad that I found my brand new eggs!

HappyUP!!! - Yolo Fliers
Why it happened - our course was closed
Why it makes me happy - hadn't played this old valley course in FOREVER. It's always interesting to get away

HappyUP!!! - wedge play
Why it happened - a bit of skillz
Why it makes me happy - I needed SOMETHING to bail me out today.....and the wedges got the job done!

JJ

HappyUP!!! Day 3167

HappyUP!!! - car assistance
Why it happened - had a little problem
Why it makes me happy - the problem is not going to be NEARLY the problem that I thought it was going to be.

HappyUP!!! - call from old friend
Why it happened - rumors were circulating apparently
Why it makes me happy - got to talk to several old pals....which was cool

HappyUP!!! - birdie on 4
Why it happened - a sharp putt
Why it makes me happy - that, and a good front 9 by my partner, got us off to a very nice start

JJ

HappyUP!!! Day 3166

HappyUP!!! - Boom Clap
Why it happened - radio
Why it makes me happy - I think I had heard this once.....but....when it popped up today....it pepped me up.

HappyUP!!! - morning walk
Why it happened - it will be warm later
Why it makes me happy - it was awesome out there....even in summer when things aren't always "fresh"...it smelled pretty good out there

HappyUP!!! - air conditioning at the bank
Why it happened - we do that
Why it makes me happy - I was running some errands. It was a little hot. OK...more than a little hot. I step into the bank and I might as well have crossed the Alaskan border! My entire body went, "ahhhhhhhhhhhh."  Awesome feeling. Of course, it was quickly followed by thought of, "how hot is it going to feel when I step back outside," but managed to live in the moment for a moment

HappyUP!!! Day 3165

HappyUP!!! - grammarian
Why it happened - Toastmasters
Why it makes me happy - I did a GREAT job today....educational and entertaining at the same time.

HappyUP!!! - sandy and a largo
Why it happened - 2 wonderful shots
Why it makes me happy - on a day like today, you got to look at the EXCEPTIONAL because the crappy stuff can easily be seen.

HappyUP!!! - Giants win
Why it happened - a great top of the 9th
Why it makes me happy - this was a lot like watching paint dry.....UNTIL........BAM!!! 3 runs in the top of the 9th!

HappyUP!!! Day 3164

HappyUP!!! - New Member
Why it happened - he liked last week's meeting
Why it makes me happy - new people....new opportunities

HappyUP!!! - packed house
Why it happened - growth
Why it makes me happy - we had several members on vacations this week.....and we had to bring in extra chairs! THAT is just AWESOME!!!

HappyUP!!! - postcard from assessor
Why it happened - it's the tax system
Why it makes me happy - I LOVE this day every year.....absolutely LOVE it!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 3163

HappyUP!!! - Rain
Why it happened - who knows
Why it makes me happy - we need rain.....none of this rain matters...it just makes me giddy to get it in July

HappyUP!!! - great club officer behavior
Why it happened - we just changed
Why it makes me happy - I LOVE initiative...and I am seeing it in spades

HappyUP!!! - GREAT CALL
Why it happened - I am on a lot of lists
Why it makes me happy - I received a call out of the blue from a prospective member. We are just KILLING IT so far in this calendar year!

HappyUP!!! Day 3162

HappyUP!!! - British Open
Why it happened - it's an annual deal
Why it makes me happy - LOVED watching the final round today. It was a runaway...BUT...there was some excitement involved.

HappyUP!!! - Rain
Why it happened - who knows
Why it makes me happy - I am thinking that MIGHT have been some measurable rain tonight.....in July....in the midst of our drought! No, this won't make a difference in the drought but it was just GREAT to feel some rain

HappyUP!!! - State Fair
Why it happened - I was invited
Why it makes me happy - hadn't been to this event in forever!  It was a TON OF FUN!  It's all about the company!

HappyUP!!! Day 3161

HappyUP!!! - Birdie on 15
Why it happened - skills
Why it makes me happy - the recovery shot was a gem...the chutt was a diamond....and it turned the match around.

HappyUP!!! - church fair
Why it happened - I was requested
Why it makes me happy - cool place to hang out for a few minutes

HappyUP!!! - linguini and clams
Why it happened - TraderJoes
Why it makes me happy - I hadn't had this little meal in quite some time. It was FABULOUS

HappyUP!!! Day 3160

HappyUP!!! - two greenies
Why it happened - practice?
Why it makes me happy - glad to help out my partner and myself with a couple of nice shots

HappyUP!!! - Happy Hour
Why it happened - our club tried something
Why it makes me happy - who doesn't like a deal on some delicious appetizers after golf?

HappyUP!!! - Steak brekko
Why it happened - leftovers
Why it makes me happy - I don't do it often.....but.....I just LOVE some steak in the morning!

HappyUP!!! Day 3159

HappyUP!!! - chat with bro
Why it happened - project
Why it makes me happy - great to get all of those things cleared up

HappyUP!!! - nephew visit
Why it happened - paperwork
Why it makes me happy - had a nice little chat as well as squaring up some business

HappyUP!!! - hitting balls
Why it happened - time to grind
Why it makes me happy - productive session

HappyUP!!! Day 3158

HappyUP!!! - a win
Why it happened - partner and I played OK
Why it makes me happy - not a big W.....but a W is always a HappyUP!!!

HappyUP!!! - largo on 18
Why it happened - a really good wedge
Why it makes me happy - 18 and I don't always get along.  Wish I could have made that putt....but still happy

HappyUP!!! - bunch of stuff done
Why it happened - took a little break
Why it makes me happy - had to re-route my plans today.......and it was worth it


JJ

HappyUP!!! Day 3157

HappyUP!!! - Chris joined
Why it happened - we are attractive
Why it makes me happy - we are off to an awesome start of this Toastmaster year

HappyUP!!! - another guest
Why it happened - he was looking
Why it makes me happy - I'm pretty sure he will be back to join next week

HappyUP!!! - my speakers this morning
Why it happened - I reached out
Why it makes me happy - my speakers were the key to the above

HappyUP!!! - cooler weather
Why it happened - weather
Why it makes me happy - I have NO NEED for broiling days like yesterday

JJ

Chris joined
Guest John
Anthony and Jim bailing out the meeting
Running a great meeting
Cooler weather

HappyUP!!! Day 3156

HappyUP!!! - GREAT tour stage
Why it happened - the tour is in full swing
Why it makes me happy - THAT was kick butt exciting!

HappyUP!!! - turning the cranks
Why it happened - gorgeous morning
Why it makes me happy - I do like turning those perfect circles

HappyUP!!! - a little surprise
Why it happened - oh...some people
Why it makes me happy - a very thoughtful little drop off

HappyUP!!! Day 3155

HappyUP!!! - exercise
Why it happened - I try
Why it makes me happy - this was a lot of fun today....good sweat in a small amount of time.

HappyUP!!! - World Cup final
Why it happened - the tourney concludes
Why it makes me happy - I like soccer....but I can't call myself a huge fan. I do, however, like about any sport that is being played at it's highest level.  Today....was....THAT...level.

HappyUP!!! - Movie of the Apes
Why it happened - movies come out
Why it makes me happy - I'm not sure the movie met the billing/expectations that were hyped.....but it definitely was entertaining and a good extension to the franchise.  It definitely is not the last Ape movie.


JJ

World Cup final
Giants win
Tour de France
Movie of the Apes

HappyUP!!! Day 3154

HappyUP!!! - relieved of obligation
Why it happened - I asked
Why it makes me happy - I really didn't want to go 36 today. I would have if they needed me....and I thought they did.....but they found a replacement.

HappyUP!!! - fun in afternoon
Why it happened - we were just kickin it
Why it makes me happy - great way to spend a couple of hours with  my buddy

HappyUP!!! - bunker shot 1
Why it happened - skills
Why it makes me happy - tough shot.....and that ALMOST found the bottom of the jar

HappyUP!!! Day 3153

HappyUP!!! - largo on 6
Why it happened - skills
Why it makes me happy - game has been a bit dodgy.....great to hit a stiffy!

HappyUP!!! - largo on 9
Why it happened - WHAT?!?!?!
Why it makes me happy - as good as the one on 6 was, this was even better.....and it comes in handy on the final hole of the front 9 everytime!

HappyUP!!! - Giants win
Why it happened - pitching and hitting
Why it makes me happy - wins have been few and far between the last month. Glad the G-men could put one down tonite

HappyUP!!! - JB joining us
Why it happened - he got done working early
Why it makes me happy - great to have this guy along at the last minute. Gave him a chance to meet some more of the guys as well

HappyUP!!! Day 3152

HappyUP!!! - errands run
Why it happened - pooled em
Why it makes me happy - it's always great when you can knock own a big list....bam! bam! bam!....and have a lot of fun along the way with people

HappyUP!!! - roasted chicken
Why it happened - saw a recipe
Why it makes me happy - I have grilled chicken. I have slow cooked chicken.  I had never roasted one. This was some good STUFF!!!.....and all it was basically was heavy kosher salt and pepper to make a crust.  Very moist!

HappyUP!!! - mowing
Why it happened - it was time
Why it makes me happy - I am one of those weirdos that actually enjoys mowing the lawn. With the drought and not watering the lawn, there hasn't been much growth this year...hence...not much mowing.  Fun cleaning things up today!

JJ
Mow
Bank Trip
Roasted Chicken

HappyUP!!! Day 3151

HappyUP!!! - lunch
Why it happened - planned
Why it makes me happy - lunch a little golf with the nephew....what could be better?

HappyUP!!! - WAH
Why it happened - golf
Why it makes me happy - LOVE having the good doctor out as a guest!

HappyUP!!! - bunker shot 14
Why it happened - a touch of skill
Why it makes me happy - 90 yards uphill out of the fairway bunker...needed to clear the lip of the trap....and avoid a tree.......and that ball ALMOST spun backwards into the cup for an eagle!

HappyUP!!! Day 3150

HappyUP!!! - World Cup
Why it happened - every 4 years
Why it makes me happy - well, this game didn't really make me THAT happy....but it was kind of interesting to watch a team get humiliated at this level.

HappyUP!!! - dues reinstatement
Why it happened - a past member loves us
Why it makes me happy - always GREAT when an ex-member re-joins the group....especially this guy

HappyUP!!! - new guest
Why it happened - he did a search
Why it makes me happy - great guy!....can't wait for him to join!

HappyUP!!! Day 3149

HappyUP!!! - Sterling back in court
Why it happened - a circus?
Why it makes me happy - unlike some others, I want this story to keep on having legs.  There will be some precedents set in several areas that a court should examine.  (DISCLOSURE: I am not supporting Mr Sterling's views)

HappyUP!!! - Tour de France
Why it happened - it's July
Wy it makes me happy - a month of great competition!

 HappyUP!!!- Ebony
Why it happened - I got tipped off
Why it makes me happy - what a cutie!

HappyUP!!! Day 3148

HappyUP!!! - Hole In One
Why it happened - bro hit a good one
Why it makes me happy - got to pop over to the club for a little celebrating.  Time for me to get to work as he is now an AceUP!!! on me!  Happy for him

HappyUP!!! - wood fired pizza
Why it makes me happy - deliciousness
Why it makes me happy - the club does this only at certain times of the year.....and it is some of the best pizza  I ever have.  Glad I stopped by to help bro celebrate today

HappyUP!!! - news from the coast
Why it happened - gottagetaway?
Why it makes me happy - lots of fun being had by the travellers


JJ
Hole In One
News from the Coast
Running of the Bulls
Wood fired pizza

HappyUP!!! Day 3147

HappyUP!!! - smoke dissipated
Why it happened - winds
Why it makes me happy - filled in for afternoon team play.....already had played 18 in the morning....going out in near 100 degree weather in air you can't see through not my idea of a great time.  BUT.....you hang in there....and the air all cleared up

HappyUP!!! - nice guys
Why it happened - team play
Why it makes me happy - nice meeting some good dudes from neighboring Davis

HappyUP!!! - Giants Win!
Why it happened - who knows...it doesn't very often
Why it makes me happy - Brandon Belt back from rehab......and he rehabbed that pitch in the top of the 10th!

JJ
World Cup games
36 holes
Smoke dissipated
Giants Win

HappyUP!!! Day 3146

HappyUP!!! - big group today
Why it happened - holiday
Why it makes me happy - I didn't get any of that pot-o-gold today....but some of my buddies did.

HappyUP!!! - great lunch
Why it happened - early golf leads to lunch
Why it makes me happy - I dug into a West Coast Reuben for the first time today.  I'm not even a big Reuben fan.....but this may be one of the best sandwiches I have ever put my chompers into

HappyUP!!! - chutt in on 18
Why it happened - desperation
Why it makes me happy - they didn't see THAT coming!!! I grind it out on 18 whenever I can

HappyUP!!! Day 3173

HappyUP!!!! - Mandarin Chicken
Why it happened - Trader Joes
Why it makes me happy - that was just THE BOMB today

HappyUP!!! - TJ's worker
Why it happened - multiple shift
Why it makes me happy - I was SOOOOOO surprised...happily...at checkout

HappyUP!!! - Gang Related
Why it happened - it was hot today
Why it makes me happy - did a little binge watch today...haven't seen this GREAT show in awhile...awesome entertainment delivered to my doorstep...in my time.

HappyUP!!! Day 3145

HappyUP!!! - Gang Related
Why it happened - saw a trailer
Why it makes me happy - perfect little series to go into "On Demand" to do some binge watching on those nights when the tube is not particularly interesting

HappyUP!!! - misdirected channel surf
Why it happened - bad fingers
Why it makes me happy - it was a good mistake.  I actually landed on something that was absolutely fascinating.  This one is going to be big news over the next few months.......and I will have NO PART of it

HappyUP!!! - early to bed
Why it happened - tired
Why it makes me happy - I actually do sooooo much better when I get to bed early....especially when I can soak in those full 8 hrs of zzzzzz's.

HappyUP!!! Day 3144

HappyUP!!! - Delivering evaluation
Why it happened - I was asked
Why it makes me happy - when an advanced speaker asks for an evaluation for a specific business purpose, there is some added pressure to deliver.  I did a solid job today

HappyUP!!! - opponents play
Why it happened - they got it together...together
Why it makes me happy - we got the "you know what" beat out of us today.....but at least we saw some good golf

HappyUP!!! - coffee
Why it happened - it's Wed
Why it makes me happy - excellent convo this morning...good start of the day

HappyUP!!! Day 3143

HappyUP!!! - USA Soccer game
Why it happened - World Cup
Why it makes me happy - while heartbreaking, it was a great game. USA really was the underdog. Yet, they had a strategy...and it came OH SO CLOSE to working.  EXCITING game!

HappyUP!!! - Guests
Why it happened - Toastmasters
Why it makes me happy - we are going to add 3 new members due to today's meeting

HappyUP!!! - Improv class
Why it happened - it's Tuesday
Why it makes me happy - lots of fun for the final night....GREAT!

HappyUP!!! Day 3142

HappyUP!!! - France/Nigeria
Why it happened - World Cup
Why it makes me happy - this was a humdinger!

HappyUP!!! - privilege of staying out of the heat
Why it happened - retirement
Why it makes me happy - I am so grateful that I have the discretion to plan my days....and don't have to get near a 109 degree scorch!

HappyUP!!! - cleaning up
Why it happenned - had a couple of "those spots"
Why it makes me happy - ya know, it doesn't take much for clutter to build....well, at least around my place. I'm just not as anal as some people.  Great to get some tossing done today!

HappyUP!!! Day 3141

HappyUP!!! - Celebrate America
Why it happened - I was invited
Why it makes me happy - we got there plenty early....great parking spot...great viewing spot...PERFECT!

HappyUP!!! - random act of kindness
Why it happened - who knows
Why it makes me happy - the guy in front of me ordered 2 ham and cheese croissants.  I stepped up and ordered one for myself.  The lady said, "we are now all out."  The guy that ordered the 2 said, "make one of mine a plain and give him the other ham and cheese."  Wow!!!

HappyUP!!! - bonus golf
Why it happenned - a couple of guys got hall passes
Why it makes me happy - it was actually a great morning to get out of the house for some fun

HappyUP!!! - 3 birdies on 18
Why it happened - the game was ON
Why it makes me happy - first, I was THRILLED to drain a near impossible putt.  Second, I was ecstatic when my partner chased my birdie in with one of his own.  Third, I had to say "BRAVO," to my opponent for topping both of those....and preserving the most narrow of victories for them

HappyUP!!! Day 3140

HappyUP!!! - early time
Why it happened - brother booked
Why it makes me happy - going to be a little warm today....nice time to be off the course before noon

HappyUP!!! - invite
Why it happened - peeps think of me
Why it makes me happy - it should be a lot of fun. Something to look forward to

HappyUP!!! - G Mac Shuffle
Why it happened - we had a no show
Why it makes me happy - awesome that the G-man dropped back into our group. It filled us up...and gave me a great partner!

HappyUP!!! Day 3139

HappyUP!!! - Chip in 18
Why it happened - a little skill
Why it makes me happy - it HAD to happen.....it was the ONLY way we could get out of this match intact.....AND I DID IT!!! AMAZING shot!

HappyUP!!! - Lunch
Why it happened - a guy has to eat
Why it makes me happy - that turkey sandwich coupled with clam chowder was an excellent pairing, delicious, and JUST what I was looking for

HappyUP!!! - pure 6 iron 17
Why it happened - who knows
Why it makes me happy - we were getting pounded a bit. Our opponent had STUFFED a shot on 17. My turn.....hadn't been striking the ball that well....BOOM!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 3138

HappyUP!!! - early wake up
Why it happened - who knows
Why it makes me happy - maybe I woke up early due to excitement?  No matter, I was glad to get on with my adventure!

HappyUP!!! - Turtle Shell
Why it happened - it was delivered yesterday
Why it makes me happy - it made my adventure WAAAAAY more fun

HappyUP!!! - USA Soccer
Why it happened - World Cup
Why it makes me happy - nope....they didn't win....but they could have.  No matter, out of the Group of Death and on to the knockout rounds. Great stuff

HappyUP!!! Day 3137

HappyUP!!! - it arrived
Why it happened - I ordered
Why it makes me happy - I really didn't think I would get this so quickly...and I NEED it tomorrow

HappyUP!!! - hole 18
Why it happened - I can play a little
Why it makes me happy - driver/hybrid/wedge...got the job done when needed

HappyUP!!! - Wed Toastmasters
Why it happened - first time Toastmaster
Why it makes me happy - our newbie did a GREAT job!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 3136

HappyUP!!! - Toastmasters
Why it happened - Tuesday
Why it makes me happy - summer can bring some attendance challenges. We kind of hit the "perfect storm" today with combo of people on extended vacations and business trips.  We still put on a great show!

HappyUP!!! - class
Why it happened - I signed up
Why it makes me happy - I just keep learning new stuff every week

HappyUP!!! - great reading
Why it happened - came across something
Why it makes me happy - a buddy had given me a book at Xmas time. I started to read it...then put it down....and I don't know why.  Excellent insight gained today

HappyUP!!! Day 3135

HappyUP!!! - another smog pass
Why it happened - registration time
Why it makes me happy - it's never a given.....no muss, no fuss....and easy registration

HappyUP!!! - killing some time
Why it happened - smog test
Why it makes me happy - test was going to take a little longer today. It allowed me time to "get out the feet" and handle a couple of local errands

HappyUP!!! - making the investment
Why it happened - it was overdue
Why it makes me happy - this is a move that will payoff in the overall scheme of things.  Leather works!

HappyUP!!! Day 3134

HappyUP!!! - USA play
Why it happened - they are looking tough
Why it makes me happy - this World Cup is definitely getting more interesting after today. A win would have been nice but a tie works as well

HappyUP!!! - a nice walk
Why it happened - beautiful evening
Why it makes me happy - good to get out for a few laps around the park and neighborhood

HappyUP!!! - fun at nephew's house
Why it happened - World Cup
Why it makes me happy - great time with a bunch of people watching the game.  WAAAAY exciting.  Burger was pretty tasty too!

HappyUP!!! Day 3133

HappyUP!!! - breaking even
Why it happened - gutted it out
Why it makes me happy - a little bit of a tough day....but hung in there for the draw

HappyUP!!! - birdie on 17
Why it happened - a good bounce and great putt
Why it makes me happy - we REALLY needed this birdie at this time

HappyUP!!! - World Cup
Why it happened - every 4 years
Why it makes me happy - tremdous entertainment this afternoon. Love this first round

JJ

Great group today
Breaking even
Birdie on 17....and getting topped by another
World Cup entertainment

HappyUP!!! Day 3132

HappyUP!!! - grinding it out
Why it happened - tough day
Why it makes me happy - we lost....but it could have been worth. The pitch/putt par on 14 was fairly insane....up and down from the bunker 15...pitch 17.....pitch and putt on 18. Even on a cloudy day, there was some sunshine

HappyUP!!! - meeting with advisor
Why it happened - I called the meeting
Why it makes me happy - great visit time and liking the status of things

HappyUP!!! - delicious breakfast
Why it happened - my club
Why it makes me happy - it's great to have such a quality place to eat so close. The club continues to impress!

HappyUP!!! Day 3131

HappyUP!! - a quick appointment
Why it happened - an ill kitty
Why it makes me happy - was thrilled to be able to get her in with such short notice. It worked perfectly

HappyUP!!! - carrots and celery
Why it happened - I had them
Why it makes me happy - I don't usually snack on these...but I got a bit of a craving to. Delicious habit to get back into

HappyUP!!! - pizza
Why it happened - a splurge
Why it makes me happy - I love pizza.....but have it very seldomly. It was really tasty tonite

HappyUP!!! Day 3130

HappyUP!!! - a guest
Why it happened - she was invited
Why it makes me happy - she is going to join....and she will be a GREAT asset to the club.  Very participatory today

HappyUP!!! - best round of the year
Why it happened - who knows?
Why it makes me happy - I've been working to get out of the slump. Today was a ball striking day that was more reminiscent of my better days.

HappyUP!!! - Honorary Nutter
Why it happened - we had 4...and a 5th
Why it makes me happy - when you have four Nutter's teeing it up, you have to make the 5th an Honorary Nutter for the day.  Nobody deserves it more than G-Mac!!!


JJ

Jamie the guest
Getting to evaluate Anita
Playing with the nephews and brother and Gary
Best round of the year
12 greens hit.....2 birdies....solid putting

HappyUP!!! Day 3129

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HappyUP!!! - Lawrence icebreaker
Why it happened - he was getting another CC
Why it makes me happy - he structured this so well. Very difficult for this senior Toastmaster to pick the highlights of a marvelous life

HappyUP!!! - Improv Class
Why it happened - it's Tuesday
Why it makes me happy - we just had a TON of fun tonight. Glad that we will be extending for a couple of weeks

HappyUP!!! - haircut
Why it happened - an open spot
Why it makes me happy - glad to get in and out first thing this morning

JJ

Lawrence icebreaker
Keith icebreaker...great message
Luke's speech
Flea stuff and errands
Haircut
Nap
World Cup
A little Bar 101 dinner
Improv class
Top down weather

HappyUP!!! Day 3128

HappyUP!!! - America WINS!!!
Why it happened - grit
Why it makes me happy - what an incredible opening for the USA to the World Cup

HappyUP!!! - morning trip
Why it happened - had to run a distant errand
Why it makes me happy - out and back in no time...worked out nicely

HappyUP!!! - visitors
Why it happened - they were cruising by
Why it makes me happy - a nice little couple of visits

JJ

World Cup
Chatting Futbol with the nephew
America wins....somehow
Morning trip

HappyUP!!! Day 3127

HappyUP!!! - pro joining us
Why it happened - we only had 3
Why it makes me happy - it's always more fun with four!...and we got to play with the pro

HappyUP!!! - Father's Day fun
Why it happened - family
Why it makes me happy - great food, great family, and a bunch of good times

HappyUP!!! - sharing some red
Why it happened - got together
Why it makes me happy - glad I made a stop....gorgeous evening

HappyUP!!! - US Open final round
Why it happened - it's a tradition
Why it makes me happy - it wasn't very exciting this year.....but there was some inspiration that Eric Compton took 2nd place.....even though he has had 2 heart transplants! Today's finish will change his life for the better....BIG TIME!!!

JJ

Jim made us 4
knockdown shot 1....nice pitch 3....drive 4...8 iron greenie 5....drive/wedge/nice break 6....5 iron greenie 8....drive/4 iron/2 putt 9....drive/3 wood/wedge/birdie 10....pitch 11...7 iron greenie 12....3 wood/incredible flop shot 14.....wedge 15.....3 wood/wedge 16....drive/7 iron/putt 18
A nice win
US Open final round
Fathers Day Dinner

HappyUP!!! Day 3126

HappyUP!!! - G-mac dropped back
Why it happened - we only had 3
Why it makes me happy - he filled our group....and was my partner!!!! Love the G-man!!

HappyUP!!! - chili cheese omelette
Why it happened - I ordered it
Why it makes me happy - so good.....and so rich in protien.  LOVE protien in the morning

HappyUP!!! - getting the trip details
Why it happened - my buddy has returned
Why it makes me happy - so glad that there was sooooo much fun involved

HappyUP!!! Day 3125

HappyUP!!! - great weather
Why it happened - who knows
Why it makes me happy - just glad to be DONE with that 100 degree stuff for awhile

HappyUP!!! - Friday the 13th
Why it happened - it's the calendar
Why it makes me happy - because I ignore such fluff.  I don't even know why it is still observed as a granted "bad luck day."  I don't know anyone that even cares about it

HappyUP!!! - threw down a decent round
Why it happened - been working on it
Why it makes me happy - I can see some good things coming

HappyUP!!! - partners
Why it happened - we golf
Why it makes me happy - we had a LOT of FUN today

HappyUP!!! Day 3124

HappyUP!!! - the World Cup begins
Why it happened - every 4 years
Why it makes me happy - on a day to day basis, it is a little hard for me to get into soccer. However, having coached it and played a little soccer in younger days, I do have an appreciation for the game. It's going to be a fun month

HappyUP!!! - great message from a friend
Why it happened - friend is on the road
Why it makes me happy - nice to hear some good news

HappyUP!!! - reaching out
Why it happened - I just did what I do
Why it makes me happy - tough/tense time coming up for my bud...I know I gave a moment of respite

JJ

HappyUP!!! Day 3123

HappyUP!!! - US Open Day
Why it happened - tradition
Why it makes me happy - we get a little different look at our course playing as tough as it can

HappyUP!!! - Chunger
Why it happened - he came out to give it a try
Why it makes me happy - enjoy the time....and got the best of him (rarely happens) today

HappyUP!!! - Richie
Why it happened - US Open Day
Why it makes me happy - soooooo glad he could make it out today. Great day

HappyUP!!! Day 3122

HappyUP!!! - new officers
Why it happened - we put out the word
Why it makes me happy - LOVE volunteers!!! It's that time of year

HappyUP!!! - Leo's Powerpoint
Why it happened - Toastmasters
Why it makes me happy - this was a REALLY cool piece of work that Leo did for us

HappyUP!!! - practice
Why it happened - I do that
Why it makes me happy - I am on to what I think could be some great stuff

JJ

New officers
Leo's Powerpoint
Getting help on a project
3 wood off the high peg
Left leg straightening
Good suggestion from Walt
Submitting for 2 educational awards
Acorn controversey

HappyUP!!! Day 3121

HappyUP!!! - figured out the new note
Why it happened - got off my duff
Why it makes me happy - just another little task to check off the "to do" list

HappyUP!!! - luxury of staying inside
Why it happened - I got myself retired
Why it makes me happy - NO!!!....I do NOT like the heat!!!....and I am very thankful that I was able to stay inside today rather than go up against 106 degrees.  I count my blessings a lot in the summer

HappyUP!!! - chat with the Prez
Why it happened - he needed some input
Why it makes me happy - love the Prez....and glad he looks to me

HappyUP!!! - call from advisor
Why it happened - I asked
Why it makes me happy - so glad I have someone to go to in these matters. Great advice!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 3120

Wicked is a GREAT show!!! Go see it!

HappyUP!!! - Giants sweep
Why it happened - G-man got it going on
Why it makes me happy - would have loved to see Timmy get the W.....but....the Giants did....all 3 of them this weekend

HappyUP!!! - tomatoes
Why it happened - watering
Why it makes me happy - did a little investigation today. I HATE the hot weather...they don't. It appears to be another year of low yield....but I have lots of plants....VERY healthy plants. I'm glad I will have NO PROBLEM with the off load this year. New distribution system in place

HappyUP!!! - Tony Awards
Why it happened - we do that
Why it makes me happy - saw the witches in WICKED....sing the signature..but not famous song. Saw the play....and now my not-so-little buddy will get to see it this week too! AWESOME!!! Other great scenes in the production....great show!!! Love the theater

JJ

Not being outside
Tom plant growth
Canadian Grand Prix
Giants sweep

HappyUP!!! Day 3119

HappyUP!!! - finishing strong
Why it happened - I had a deadline
Why it makes me happy - it was  a bad day....but I hung in there.....and saved us some money by strong play in last three holes

HappyUP!!! - the Belmont
Why it happened - tradition
Why it makes me happy - EXCITEMENT!

HappyUP!!! - my partner
Why it happened - I invited him
Why it makes me happy - he didn't play great....but I played worse....and we were all good with it. GREAT TIMES!!!

HappyUP!!! - ACORN dinner
Why it happened - 50th annual
Why it makes me happy - so much fun from relax hour...to dinner....to firepit time....great bonding!

HappyUP!!! Day 3118

Testosterone....Party of a LOT!!!

HappyUP!!! - seafood buffet
Why it happened - the Acorn tournament
Why it makes me happy - WOW!!! The kitchen did our club proud tonight. Oysters...salmon....Oysters Rockerfeller....halibut.....HappyUP!!!

HappyUP!!! - great weather
Why it happened - weather
Why it makes me happy - it will be a BAKE tomorrow....but today...very manageable

HappyUP!!! - jacking my horserace partner
Why it happened - it was an oops
Why it makes me happy - I hated what I did with that first shot.....but I was very happy with his reaction and our interaction afterward. What can you say? It's golf...it happens....can't kick yourself. Big pat on my back for the quick recovery

JJ

Firepit time
Acorn day 2
Jacking my partner in the horserace and having a hoot over it
Great weather
Seafood buffet

HappyUP!!! Day 3117

"My gourmet beef jerkey"....Ajay has had

that slogan for over 30 years. It is appropo.

It carries a little higher price....but worth it.

HappyUP!!! - 50th Annual Acorn
Why it happened - tradition
Why it makes me happy - it's BIG tournament time.....lots of camaraderie....and BSing

HappyUP!!! - birdie on final hole
Why it happened - I stepped up
Why it makes me happy - we didn't play well...but every stroke counts over the next few days....that 5 iron was pure...and the putt was tough....but perfect. Nice to end on a high note!

HappyUP!!! - Montana Bananas
Why it happened - I was at grocery store
Why it makes me happy - I used to get "the trims" of these 30 years ago from Ajay. I didn't realize that he eventually got a deal to get them into Bel Air (and I assume Raleys).  Expensive....but....DAMN good beef jerkey.....ya gotta "work it a bit" ...perfect

HappyUP!!! - the firepit
Why it happened - the Acorn
Why it makes me happy - great wind down to first day's play


JJ

The Acorn
Meeting new guys
Putt 13...partner 8 iron 15...partner recovery shot/my chip 16....partner bunker shot 17...drive/3wood/wedge 18...drive/4 iron/wedge 1....partner drive/hybrid/my putt 3....hybrid recovery SMOKED 4...partner 8 iron 5.....drive 7....6 iron 9....drive/hybrid/wedge 10....partner drive/pitch/my putt 11....my 5 iron/putt/birdie 12
Great dinner

HappyUP!!! Day 3116

HappyUP!!! - winning a fiver
Why it happened - better play
Why it makes me happy - ball striking not there....but the wedge game and putter seems to be coming around. Good news for tourney time

HappyUP!!! - speeches
Why it happened - Toastmasters
Why it makes me happy - 3 diverse presentations....an abused ex-wife who dealt and overcame a sociopath....a former Disney worker,,,,and an entertaining speech

HappyUP!!! - a couple of birdies
Why it happened - nice shots and putting
Why it makes me happy - it's all about the birdies!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 3115

HappyUP!!! - Business meeting
Why it happened - some associates rang
Why it makes me happy - great seeing a couple of guys I know...and one I had only heard of. Dinner and a lot of laughter out at a great spot

HappyUP!!! - new member stepping up
Why it happened - it's Toastmasters
Why it makes me happy - "May I be of service today with my compassion, kindness, and wisdom." What a perfect invocation that accompanied our pledge today

HappyUP!!! - Super practice session
Why it happened - tournament is coming
Why it makes me happy - things are looking up.....perhaps at just the right time

JJ

Kathy and Don's speech
Keith stepping up.."May I be of service today with my compassion, kindness, and wisdom"
Great Toastmastering by Bill
Super practice session
Weather
Business meeting at the Valley

HappyUP!!! Day 3114

HappyUP!!! - braces off
Why it happened - it's time
Why it makes me happy - my buddy just couldn't wait to give me a peek at his improved chompers

HappyUP!!! - project completed
Why it happened - I ground it out
Why it makes me happy - it was an irritation...something had to be done....and I went at it hard today

HappyUP!!! - great weather
Why it happened - weather
Why it makes me happy - because I KNOW it won't be great weather later this week, I really appreciate it now

HappyUP!!! Day 3113

HappyUP!!! - Birthday bash
Why it happened - hospitality
Why it makes me happy - loved hanging poolside with the family and the celebrants

HappyUP!!! - birdies
Why it happened - putting pretty much
Why it makes me happy - starting with that birdie is MUCHO HappyUP!!!....the birdie on 16 was much needed

HappyUP!!! - Nutter Brothers
Why it happened - golf
Why it makes me happy - we didn't get the win today....but...considering what we were up against...a small loss seemed like a victory

JJ

Sunday golf
Great tee time
Weather
Birdie 1...tree well recover/bullett 4....nice par 6....drive/pitch 9...pitch/putt 10....pitch/putt 11...2 putt 13...drive/wedge/putt/birdie 16....good break 18
PGA Golf
Giants win

HappyUP!!! Day 3112

HappyUP!!! - birdie 1
Why it happened - a tidy little wedge
Why it makes me happy - a good start is ALWAYS a HappyUP!!!

HappyUP!!! - invitation for tomorrow
Why it happened - birthdays
Why it makes me happy - it's gonna be a HOOOOT!

HappyUP!!! - drive/hybrid 18
Why it happened - good form
Why it makes me happy - 18 plays tough for me (and a lot of people)....nice having a little wedge into it today from the back tees

JJ
Birdie 1...hook recovery 6...6 iron greenie 8....great pitch 9...drive/hybrid/wedge 10....drive/2 putt 13...good break/9 iron 14....bunker shot 15....drive/wedge 16...6 iron 17...drive/hybrid 18

Dinner
Weather
Invitation for tomorrow

HappyUP!!! Day 3111

HappyUP!!! - Chunger
Why it happened - I invited him
Why it makes me happy - haven't played golf with this guy in years....he's still got it!

HappyUP!!! - smog passed
Why it happened - who knows
Why it makes me happy - easy to take for granted that it will....not me. Passing means NO HASSLE! I like that

HappyUP!!! - double greenie birdie 12
Why it happened - a dandy 6 iron and a nice putt
Why it makes me happy - it took the grand salami off the table....and made us a few geeters

JJ

Chunger
Great lunch
Awesome weather
Mark Finan
Hybrid/wedge 1....drive 2...drive/hybrid 3...drive/4 iron/pitch 5...flop shot 6...pitch/putt 7...5 iron 8...drive/pitch 9...hybrid/wedge 10...6 iron/putt/double greenie birdie 12...7 iron 14...3 wood 16...7 iron/bunker shot 17...drivre/hybrid/wedge  18
Water meter issue
Smog passed
Walk to errands

HappyUP!!! Day 3110

HappyUP!!! - quick arrest
Why it happened - Roseville PD all over it
Why it makes me happy - no loose ends hanging over graduation.

HappyUP!!! - new "toy"
Why it happened - I had a malfunction
Why it makes me happy - a bit expensive for a practical item.....BUT...it is cool and will be very easy to clean

HappyUP!!! - practice session
Why it happened - I needed it
Why it makes me happy - VERY productive....I'm going to come around...eventually!

JJ

Quick arrest of arsons
Great practice session
Perfect weather
New "toy"

HappyUP!!! Day 3109

HappyUP!!! - up and downs
Why it happened - short game coming around
Why it makes me happy - if the short game doesn't work for me, it's a loooong day. Got up and down 5 times today

HappyUP!!! - near ace on 12
Why it happened - exceptional shot
Why it makes me happy - north wind was howling into our face. It makes the 12th hole pretty tough. I managed to flight it down a bit under the wind and nearly put it in the jar

HappyUP!!! - talking with old buddy NS
Why it happened - I put in the call
Why it makes me happy - haven't talked to this person in 6 months. Great to find out some new stuff

HappyUP!!! - Ed Snowden interview
Why it happened - I stayed up late
Why it makes me happy - it was GREAT to get some first hand perspective from the other side of the story without filters.

JJ

HappyUP!!! 3108

HappyUP!!! - Improv Class
Why it happened - I was invited
Why it makes me happy - this was spur of the moment as I was conducting some Toastmaster business. I said, "what the heck!...sounds like fun!"

HappyUP!!! - three speeches
Why it happened - Toastmasters
Why it makes me happy - they were all GREAT today!  Perfect thing for our new members to experience

HappyUP!!! - new members doing Table Topics
Why it happened - we don't let them sit on their hands
Why it makes me happy - LOTS of potential in these two. This is going to be FUN!

HappyUP!!! - help on a project
Why it happened - I asked
Why it makes me happy - WOW!!! This would have been a brain fry had I taken this on by myself. We knocked out several months of backlog in about 40 minutes. We'll be caught up in no time

JJ

Panty liner trick.....potatoe and salt pumice
Bonnie speech on being funny
Bill speech on Quantum theory
Kathy speech on Joseph
Getting help from Sherri on Toastmaster project
REALLY good turn on some BBQ chicken
Getting the DCP ready

HappyUP!!! Day 3107 Memorial Day

HappyUP!!! - remembering Dad
Why it happened - Memorial Day
Why it makes me happy - the Colonel did some amazing things back in WW2....just so I could be here. His experiences as a navigator and POW will never be forgotten nor could they be minimized

HappyUP!!! - broccoli slaw
Why it happened - TraderJoes
Why it makes me happy - they have done it again! This little mixture when properly chopped and tossed with a favorite dressing is DA BOMB!

HappyUP!!! - snatching defeat out of the mouth of victory
Why it happpened - partner and I melted down
Why it makes me happy - it doesn't make me happy as much as it made me laugh. With three holes to go, we definitely had things WELL under control.........ooooooopsie! Sometimes, that is all you can say!

HappyUP!!! - decent weather
Why it happened - it's weather
Why it makes me happy - this is Ol Nutter Almanac weekend. It's important!!! It was warmer than I like....but we didn't hit 100.  Looks like the summer will be bearable


JJ

Remembering Dad....link
Drive/8 iron 2...wedge/putt 3....drive/hybrid/wedge 4....9 iron 5....5 iron/pitch/putt 6....hybrid/pitch 7....flop wedge 8....bunker shot 9....8 iron 10....drive/hybrid 11...5 iron greenie 12...7 iron/2 putt 13....drive/putt/bullett 14...drive 16....drive/7 iron recovery 18
Snatching defeat after the jaws of victory
Broccoli slaw from TraderJoes

HappyUP!!! Day 3106

HappyUP!!! - Long practice session
Why it happened - trying to fix some things
Why it makes me happy - made some progress today.

HappyUP!!! - Indy 500 and Grand Prix of Monaco
Why it happened - it's a tradition
Why it makes me happy - I can't recall seeing two races back to back that were this exciting. You could just FEEL the tension of these guys pushing it to the limit

HappyUP!!! - Giants Hit parade
Why it happened - who knows
Why it makes me happy - can you say, "SWEEEEEEEP"?  Who doesn't love the Giants running the table on the weekend?

JJ
Good LONG practice session
Wild rice
Indy 500
Grand Prix of Monaco
Another Giants win....Giants hit parade....Baumgartner shuts em down....SWEEEEEP

HappyUP!!! Day 3105

HappyUP!!! - partner's play
Why it happened - he had it going on
Why it makes me happy - if he hadn't stood out, today would have been a TRAIN WRECK! I stunk it up today....glad someone had my back

HappyUP!!! - another win for Vogey
Why it happened - nice pitching
Why it makes me happy - Giants are going to be tough if this guy keeps delivering

HappyUP!!! - ONE
Why it happened - getting ready for tomorrow
Why it makes me happy - I'm not the fan of Formula One that I was when I was a child. This movie/ documentary gave me a lot of memories of my youth and when I was into it. Great job done in this film and especially how they recounted all the tragedies that led to the safety standards of today.

HappyUP!!! Day 3104

HappyUP!!! - Giants
Why it happened - they play
Why it makes me happy - Timmy gutted out an off night for an opening win for the weekend

HappyUP!!! - drive/wedge 6
Why it happened - who knows
Why it makes me happy - wasn't feeling well....had to black flag it after 9 holes....so it was tough going.  Glad I was able to at least put a couple of shots together back to back

HappyUP!!! - taking care
Why it happened - a little under the weather
Why it makes me happy - lots of water....wonderful half sandwich and great soup.....all good!

HappyUP!!! - great news from Pischy
Why it happened - I called
Why it makes me happy - kind of lost touch with this person over the years. He got some great news today regarding a SEVERE medical sitch he has been battling.  Very thankful for that!

JJ

Great sandwich and soup
Being able to finish 9
Lots of water
Drive/wedge 6
Giants open up with a win against the Twins
Timmy guts it out on a TOUGH night

HappyUP!!! Day 3103

"As long as I wake up, I am going to make this a fabulous day"

-Patti LaBelle

HappyUP!!! - Patti LaBelle

Why it happened - caught her on a show

Why it makes me happy - always loved the music of LaBelle. It was cool to see how great this lady has been doing in later life. Wonderful outlook on life

HappyUP!!! - trip to the vet

Why it happened - shots needed

Why it makes me happy - no major issues noted in this checkup

HappyUP!!! - buddy's birthday

Why it happened - people have those

Why it makes me happy - hey.....don't birthdays always make ya happy?

HappyUP!!! - chatting with old buddy, Ray M
Why it happened - I made the call
Why it makes me happy - just LOVE this guy. Wish he still lived in the area!

HappyUP!!! Day 3102

HappyUP!!! - guitar speech
Why it happened - Toastmasters
Why it makes me happy - I TOTALLY hacked on my solo....but I was the only one that knew it....which is kind of how things usually work.  Rocked that speech

HappyUP!!! - guests
Why it happened - I invited
Why it makes me happy - love golfing with Wah and Rich. Great times

HappyUP!!! - the Clap defined
Why it happened - golfing with a doctor
Why it makes me happy - it was sooooo funny when the doc told us on how this particular disease got it's nickname.....HILARIOUS!!!!



JJ


Guitar Speech
Lunch
Rich
Wah
The Clap
Drive/4 iron/wedge 1...pitch 2....drive/hybrid 4....9 iron/greenie 5....drive/wedge 6....drive 7...hybrid contact 8.....punch 6 iron 9....drive/hybrid/wedge 10....pitch 12...putt/bullett 13...4 iron/wedge 14....drive/wedge/putt/birdie 15....bunker shot 17....drive 18
Weather

HappyUP!!! Day 3101

"Don't pee on my leg and tell me it's raining!"

-Judge Judy

HappyUP!!! - Judge Judy
Why it happened - she was being interviewed
Why it makes me happy - I seldomly see her show but this lady rocks! I would love putting her in front of a few people I know

HappyUP!!! - two new members
Why it happened - we have it going on
Why it makes me happy - more people.....GREAT people....to help

HappyUP!!! - talking with ex-co-worker
Why it happened - someone needed some info
Why it makes me happy - lots of fun on the call

HappyUP!!! Day 3100

HappyUP!!! - hitting every green light
Why it happened - who knows
Why it makes me happy - big errands day.....and I have no idea why I MAY have only seen 1-2 red lights around here....NICE!!!

HappyUP!!! - speech idea
Why it happened - brilliance
Why it makes me happy - because this one is going to scare me a bit!

HappyUP!!! - tomorrow's Toastmaster
Why it happened - he was on it
Why it makes me happy - GUARANTEED great meeting tomorrow

HappyUP!!! Day 3099

HappyUP!!! - great idea
Why it happened - upcoming event
Why it makes me happy - cuz this idea is going to make someone very happy

HappyUP!!! - hitting some balls
Why it happened - I needed it
Why it makes me happy - more quality work being done

HappyUP!!! - Giants win
Why it happened - Vogy had a great outing
Why it makes me happy - ya hate to lose a series at home.....with today's effort, they at least got a little split!

HappyUP!!! Day 3098

HappyUP!!! - the Preakness!!!
Why it happened - a tradition
Why it makes me happy - California Chrome has us ALL excited. See ya at the Belmont!

HappyUP!!! - finding a table
Why it happened - recourcefulness
Why it makes me happy - it was one crowded situation today. Glad to find a seat.

HappyUP!!! - benefit ceremony
Why it happened - our club does this every year
Why it makes me happy - nice kickoff for the golfers playing in the Wounded Warrior tournament

JJ

Brekko sandwich
Lovely sleeping weather
Drive/4 iron 1....drive/4 iron 2....drive/hybrid 3....drive 4....wedge 5....drive/9 iron 6....6 iron greenie 8....drive/7 iron/putt/birdie 10....9 iron/putt 11...drive/pitch/putt 13....8 iron/putt 14....flop shot/putt 15...drive/wedge/putt 16....bunker shot 17...drive 18
Finding a table
Preakness...da Chrome!

HappyUP!!! Day 3097

HappyUP!!! - birdie on 5
Why it happened - nice putt
Why it makes me happy - THAT is a 3 dotter all day long!

HappyUP!!! - Steelin Dan warmup
Why it happened - they played tonite
Why it makes me happy - I couldn't stay for the show....but this copy band sounded REALLY good in warmups

HappyUP!!! - a little win
Why it happened - better ball striking
Why it makes me happy - always better to win than lose!

HappyUP!!! - exciting Giants win
Why it happened - good hitting
Why it makes me happy - LOVE IT when the G-men are putting the bat on the ball

JJ

Birdie on 5
Better ball striking
Improved scoring
A little win
Steelin Dan warmup
Exciting Giants game

HappyUP!!! Day 3096

HappyUP!!! - beating the heat
Why it happened - I just did phone time
Why it makes me happy - it's a little soon to be heading out into 100 degree heat for my liking....so I didn't

HappyUP!!! - driving range assistance
Why it happened - pro is a good guy
Why it makes me happy - this may be just part of the equation that puts it all together

HappyUP!!! - talking with my contacts
Why it happened - fluid situation going on
Why it makes me happy - it's great to share information that is mutually beneficial....especially of this nature!

HappyUP!!! Day 3095

HappyUP!!! - Mark's presentation
Why it happened _ Toastmasters
Why it makes me happy - he left the standard powerpoint at home....and brought his message home. What a great job

HappyUP!!! - drive on 15
Why it happened - who knows
Why it makes me happy - I knew I hit it pretty good...but THAT good...DANG...I'm thinking I may have hit a sprinkler head because that baby was DEEEEEEP!!!!

HappyUP!!! - surviving the heat
Why it happened - water
Why it makes me happy - I wasn't ready for the sudden heat wave. Just glad I hydrated!

JJ

Watering and weeding done early
Jerry speech
Mark's presentation
Birdie on 6.....pitch 8.....wedge/par 10....pitch/near birdie 11....drive/8 iron 13....4 iron/wedge/chutt 14...drive 16 HUGE....
Small loss on tough day
Surviving the heat

HappyUP!!! Day 3094

HappyUP!!! - Anthony speech
Why it happened - Toastmasters
Why it makes me happy - this dude is awesome....and he got to re-live his awesomeness and inspire us all by telling his tale of a WONDERFUL story about how $35 of swimsuits made a big difference

HappyUP!!! - the goats
Why it happened - Roseville does that
Why it makes me happy - I just LOVE the fact our city hires those big rodents to take care of our weeds. Fun!!!

HappyUP!!! - running into Lynn
Why it happened - Toastmasters and PCAR
Why it makes me happy - we have been conversing....and can help each other out in our endeavors. Great chance encounter

HappyUP!!! - good bloodwork
Why it happened - weight loss
Why it makes me happy - glad nothing wrong in the blood of this precious pooch

HappyUP!!! Day 3093

HappyUP!!! - lunch
Why it happened - the project
Why it makes me happy - everyone is on board with financing

HappyUP!!! - sofa pickup
Why it happened - project
Why it makes me happy - love seeing it all come together

HappyUP!!! - curbside visit
Why it happened - I got the call
Why it makes me happy - P can always use some outside time. She was so good with my guests

HappyUP!!! Day 3092 Mother's Day

HappyUP!!! - flowers to adopted mom
Why it happened - it's a tradition
Why it makes me happy - while I never see her get them, I know it is a wonderful start to her wonderful Mother's day

HappyUP!!! - bro/sis-in-law's event
Why it happened - Mother's Day
Why it makes me happy - what a wonderful visit.....and some DELICIOUS dinner! The company and conversation was really great as well

HappyUP!!! - buffoonery
Why it happened - some people can't help themselves
Why it makes me happy - it just gives me a laugh that someone would do what this person did....and I laughed harder at the reaction by recipient

HappyUP!!! 3091

HappyUP!!! - helping friend with car
Why it happened - a breakdown
Why it makes me happy - it's rarely convenient to help someone out with an auto problem....but you gotta do it......and you feel better afterward

HappyUP!!! - par on 3
Why it happened - nice wedge and putt
Why it makes me happy - always feel to walk away with a par on this monster

HappyUP!!! - getting out with a breakeven
Why it happened - good play by my partner
Why it makes me happy - we should have gotten killed today......I don't know about you...but I prefer living than getting killed

JJ
Getting out with a breakeven
Par on 3....greenie on 5....drive/wedge 6....drive 9...wedge 15
Helping friend with car deal

HappyUP!!! Day 3090

The First Lady of the Tuskegee Airmen

HappyUP!!! - Tuskegee Airmen
Why it happened - my not so little Buddy invited me
Why it makes me happy - my dad was a navigator/POW in WW2.  I have heard some stories about this group of aviators over the years.  It was great to get some first hand information

HappyUP!!! - partner play
Why it happened - DD can get it going
Why it makes me happy - one of the best rounds I have seen played in a looooooog time. A joy to watch

HappyUP!!! - finishing up the door
Why it happened - it was a little destressed
Why it makes me happy - a little glue...a few clamps....a couple of coats of paint....looks near new!

HappyUP!!! - visiting with the Double B's
Why it happened - Airmen above
Why it makes me happy - always great visiting with this couple


JJ

Finishing up the door
Drive/3 wood/pitch 3...drive/putt 4....8 iron 5....drive/wedge 6....hybrid 7....5 iron 8....drive 9....drive 10....good break/9 iron 11.....drive/9 iron 13....pitch 15....drive/wedge 16....7 iron 17....pitch 18
Partner play
Tuskheegee airmen

HappyUP!!! Day 3089

HappyUP!!! - time with ex-coworker
Why it happened - I made the call
Why it makes me happy - I learned some stuff

HappyUP!!! - ticket delivered
Why it happened - we made plans
Why it makes me happy - I was saved a trip....enjoyed the delivery too!

HappyUP!!! - painting
Why it happened - project
Why it makes me happy - did a really good job today!....I like that. It's all coming together

HappyUP!!! Day 3088

HappyUP!!! - birdie on 1
Why it happened - putting new things to work
Why it makes me happy - THAT is exactly how the first hole should be played

HappyUP!!! - 9 iron on 6
Why it happened - see above
Why it makes me happy - a properly struck shot that was perfect.....gimmie birdie

HappyUP!!! - 7 iron on 7
Why it happened - see above
Why it makes me happy - the key is, not only a good shot, but a properly hit shot....I'm on the right track.

HappyUP!!! - time with M&K
Why it happened - pasta night
Why it makes me happy - really like this couple. Great to share some time with them

HappyUP!!! - Toastmastering
Why i thappened - my turn
Why it makes me happy - we got A LOT done....and brought that plane down ON TIME

HappyUP!!! - great chat with old contact
Why it happened - my help was needed
Why it makes me happy - I may get some help from this person as well....wasn't expecting that

JJ

Drive/4 iron/birdie 1....9 iron/gimmie birdie 6/drive/7 iron/putt birdie 7.....6 iron 8...drive 9....drive/hybrid 10.....drive 11....drive/8 iron 13....bunker shot 15....6 iron 17

Getting out with small loss
Running the meeting......A/P/K speeches
Quick trip to grocery

HappyUP!!! Day 3087

HappyUP!!! - call from an ex-coworker
Why it happened - my prediction came true
Why it makes me happy - who doesn't like to hear, "you were right"?

HappyUP!!! - time with Master Chung
Why it happened -we have been in contact
Why it makes me happy - really like this guy...great to know he is on the correct rails again

HappyUP!!! - some golf help
Why it happened - we have been in contact
Why it makes me happy - he gave me what I need to work on....and it was spot on advice. I had slipped into some bad old habits

HappyUP!!! 3086

HappyUP!!! - haircut
Why it happened - I needed one
Why it makes me happy - it was a good one today.....got to see the remodeled salon. Always love a good cut

HappyUP!!! - speech topic
Why it happened - have to speak tomorrow
Why it makes me happy - I was struggling this time......what a relief!!!

HappyUP!!! - a bit of landscaping
Why it happened - the project
Why it makes me happy - knocked that one out in no time....it doesn't always work that way

JJ

A bit of landscapre mtc at project
Coming up with my speech topic
Fabulous weather
Haircut....new remodel at salon

HappyUP!!! Day 3085

HappyUP!!! - birdie on 3
Why it happened - 3 good shots
Why it makes me happy - 3 is one of the toughest holes in the valley. A good drive/great 3 wood/solid putt....and I got that birdie

HappyUP!!! - eagle on 10
Why it happened - a very good wedge
Why it makes me happy - technically, my hole-in-one awhile back was an eagle. That's different. Knoced a 70 yard wedge into the jar today for my first eagle since I returned back to my home turf 3 years ago

HappyUP!!! - weather
Why it happened - it's weather
Why it makes me happy - I just really soaked the cooler weather in today....just awesome

JJ

Drive/3 wood/putt/BIRDIE on 3.....wedge 4....pitch/putt 2...7 iron/greenie 5....drive 6....5 iron 8...drive/pitch 9.....drive/hybrid/70 yd wedge in the JAR/EAGLE...pitch 12...pitch 13...drive 16....6 iron 17....drive/3 wood 18
Winning
Weather

HappyUP!!! Day 3084

HappyUP!!! - Kentucky Derby
Why it happened - tradition
Why it makes me happy - Love all the tradition....and the event.......just LOVE the California Chrome story

HappyUP!!! - breaking even
Why it happened - strong partner
Why it makes me happy - horrible day on the links for me....glad to get out without a scratch

HappyUP!!! - kind dice
Why it happened - part of post game hi jinx
Why it makes me happy - I didn't have to buy the refreshments.....and.....there were some very interesting rolls that came up to avoid that

JJ

4 iron/wedge 1....chip 2...drive/3 wood/pitch 4...8 iron 5...chip 6....drive/3 wood 7...bunker shot 8...drive/5 iron 9...drive/hybrid/putt 10....drive/8 iron 11...5 iron 12...hybrid 14....pitch/putt 17...drive/chutt 18
Getting away with even on a horrible day
Dice cup was kind
Kentucky Derby

HappyUP!!! Day 3083

HappyUP!!! - rapid comeback
Why it happened - we pulled through
Why it makes me happy - with 2 holes to go, we were in a huge hole......and escaped basically for free

HappyUP!!! - holed bunker shot
Why it happened - skills
Why it makes me happy - I hit that shot EXACTLY as I drew it up....of course, you never think you will actually MAKE the shot go into the hole....but that is how it happened and it was EXACTLY what we needed.

HappyUP!!! - time with K-man
Why it happened - golf
Why it makes me happy - just love this guy. It amazes me when someone that could totally forget their roots.......doesn't.

JJ

Wonderful golf group
Drive/4 iron/wedge/putt 1....drive/8 iron 2.....pitch 5....drive/wedge 6....pitch 7...6 iron 8....wedge nearly holed 9....drive 11....pitch 13....wedge 15....bunker shot holed out/sandie birdie 16....greenie 5 iron 17....hybrid down 10/wedge to 7 feet/putt 18
Rapid comeback
Weather
Time with K-man

HappyUP!!! Day 3082

HappyUP!!! - Warriors win
Why it happened - it's the playoffs
Why it makes me happy - always like the Warriors.....and....they need to beat the Clips to make this Donald Sterling story go away

HappyUP!!! - a door fix
Why it happened - project
Why it makes me happy - a bit of glue...some clamps....this door will be as good as new when I get done

HappyUP!!! - grouting
Why it happened - we made a decision
Why it makes me happy - it was some hard work...but the change we made was worth it

HappyUP!!! Day 3081

HappyUP!!! - member came back
Why it happened - a job change
Why it makes me happy - just awesome to see this member back after a stint working with the Disney org

HappyUP!!! - INSANE recovery shot 18
Why it happened - skill and luck
Why it makes me happy - I saw this shot in my mind....a low shot that had to go out about a 100 yards....and then start turning right to get around the shorter tree...and turn before it hit the longer tree. It was amazing

HappyUP!!! - General evaluation
Why it happened - it was my assigned duty
Why it makes me happy - I nailed it today

JJ

Coffee....big game
Table Topics
General evaluating
Wedge/putt/bullet 1....wedge 2...wedge 3....chip 4....greenie 5....drive 6...drive/chip 7....bunker shot/putt/bullet 9....drive/hybrid/wedge10....pitch/putt/bullet 12...drive/8 iron 13...drive/wedge 15....bunker shot/putt/sandy bullet 16....INSANE recovery shot 18
Giants win

HappyUP!!! Day 3080

HappyUP!!! - member feeling a change
Why it happened - he signed up
Why it makes me happy - he hasn't given more than a speech....but just doing Table Topics prompted this prominent new member to say his wife has noticed a change. It's why I am there

HappyUP!!! - Willie Nelson a blackbelt
Why it happened - initiative
Why it makes me happy - I'm no huge Willie fan....I like his stuff....I just loved that, at his age, he got this accomplishment done

HapyUP!!! - tile job
Why it happened - project
Why it makes me happy - it may not be at pro level....but it looks pretty darn good!

HappyUP!!! Day 3079

HappyUP!!!! - dot count challenge
Why it happened - I got a picture
Why it makes me happy - it was fun to do a forensic investigation on what could easily be some kind of scientific study regarding what one sees.  What you see on your computer or cell phone....is not the same thing you see when you print the image out

HappyUP!!! - chop saw
Why it happened - project going on
Why it makes me happy - not sure nephew has ever operated a chop. I didn't tell him how to do it. He just watched me....and then picked it up on his own. Great to see the pride he demonstrated when he put some tricky baseboarding together

HappyUP!!! - speaking with ex-co-worker
Why it happened - changes are under foot
Why it makes me happy - he was SOOOOOO edifying regarding myself...definitely a man of grace...even though we lost track of each others over the years. GREAT reconnection

HappyUP!!! Day 3078

HappyUP!!! - rare Sunday golf
Why it happened - dudes needed a fill in
Why it makes me happy - Sunday afternoon golf is not in my wheelhouse.....but today was just perfect...the weather...the dudes....the partner...everything

HappyUP!!! - winning
Why it happened - my partner
Why it makes me happy - my "partner of the year" came through once again....pulled me out of the hole for a nice win

HappyUP!!! - Jake
Why it happened - see above
Why it makes me happy - great to have a young lad.....just starting his golf journey with us....reminded me of when I began this game of gentlemen.  He was a very well behaved young gentleman.

HappyUP!!! Day 3077

HappyUP!!! - confirmed Acorn partner
Why it happened - I picked up the phone
Why it makes me happy - love hanging with this guy....look forward to partnering with him again this year

HappyUP!!! - partner play
Why it happened - he's coming back
Why it makes me happy - this dude has struggled...but his game seems to be recovering. I wish I would have given him better support today...I was a load...but it was good to see him play well

HappyUP!!! - morning walk
Why it happened - felt I needed to
Why it makes me happy - some fresh air and exercise was JUST what I needed before heading out to the golf course

HappyUP!!! Day 3076

HappyUP!!! - Thunder Showers
Why it happened - weather
Why it makes me happy - first, we need every drop of rain this year we can get. Second, I just LOVE watching it come down like that.......got the opportunity to see it twice

HappyUP!!! - cancelling golf
Why it happened - weather report
Why it makes me happy - some of my buddies didn't heed the warning! VERY glad I wasn't out there

HappyUP!!! - fun night out
Why it happened - ran into some peeps
Why it makes me happy - we had a lot of fun tonight

HappyUP!!! - great judgement and foresight
Why it happened - it's kind of how I roll
Why it makes me happy - everything turned out GREAT due to my preliminary arrangement

HappyUP!!! Day 3075

HappyUP!!! - picking up car
Why it happened = family needed help
Why it makes me happy - it was no big deal...just doing a favor....I like doing favors

HappyUP!!! - visit with neice
Why it happened - she stopped by the project
Why it makes me happy - she likes what is going on

HappyUP!!! - baseboard painting
Why it happened - I delegated
Why it makes me happy - I saved some wear and tear on me.....and loved seeing my nephew do a good job