HappyUP!!! Day 1895

HappyUP!!!! - division speech contest

Why it happened - it's Toastmasters

Why it makes me happy - so proud of one of our members WINNING the division speech contest. She had to defeat 6 other contestants........and now she is on to the district conference. What a privilige to be along for this ride!

HappyUP!!! - volunteering to help

Why it happened - the organizer was a little disorganized

Why it makes me happy -...........but it all worked out because many people stepped in at the last moment to help make the contest a success.

HappyUP!!! - running into M & B

Why it happened - I was at the mall

Why it makes me happy - I was in the parking garage...had just come up the stairs...and there were M&B waiting for the elevator to go downstairs INTO the mall. I always think synchronicities like this are fascinating. This young couple is close to me too. Anyway, it was a nice quickie visit

HappyUP!!! - the rainbow

Why it happened - you know what causes those

Why it makes me happy - I don't know what it is...but you know that feeling......you see the sun blazing yet.......you also see some pretty good rain going on......and you go, "where is it? where is it?"..........it NEVER gets old looking for that rainbow.....and I will NEVER stop doing so.

HappyUP!!! - there it is....the POURING rain

Why it happened - who knows

Why it makes me happy - we have had lots of promises regarding BIG storms this year....most have petered out this year. I think today's overachieved at times. LOVED IT!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 1894

HappyUP!!! - a 50th birthday

Why it happened - uh....age....and a very considerate husband

Why it makes me happy - I was honored to co-emcee the event. The seque's and transitions were all smooth. The birthday girl was TOTALLY shocked and surprised.....no easy feat when you are having 70-80 people there.

HappyUP!!! - joining another group on the front

Why it happened - play was a little slow

Why it makes me happy - always like playing with Kirk......and the couple that he was playing with were cool. My partner and I picked up one of our buddies at the turn and had to part company.....but loved the play in the meantime.

HappyUP!!! - free brekko

Why it happened - I was sent a coupon

Why it makes me happy - c'mon..........food is a blessing but FREE food is even more of one. Wendy's was nice enough to send me an inviation to try out their new breakfast menu. It was a good move........the sandwich is pretty darn good. I probably would never consider Wendy's without having received this free sample invitation

HappyUP!!! - getting in 18

Why it happened - someone had a good idea

Why it makes me happy - didn't think I was going to be able to squeeze in an entire round today due to the commitment above......nice day.

HappyUP!!! - a little hot streak

Why it happened - hitting it OK

Why it makes me happy - a birdie on 10....a grimey par on 11....another birdie on 12....and then another good birdie look on 13 (dang...missed it). For awhile, it looked the back 9 might get torn up........but it didn't happen.....but it felt good and I am gaining on it

HappyUP!!! Day 1893

HappyUP!!! - dishwasher fixed

Why it happened - I made the call

Why it makes me happy - I have a degree of skill in fixing certain things. I didn't say a HIGH degree....but a degree. I am glad I didn't take this project on! The repair guy had to call the manufacturer....and this was after he did the "obvious" things to fix the issue.

HappyUP!!! - a stock move

Why it happened - who knows

Why it makes me happy - it's been a nice recovery for this one.

HappyUP!!! - a nice walk

Why it happened - needed to get out

Why it makes me happy - the air is clean with recent rains.....things are greening up with the arrival of Spring.............just soaking it all in

HappyUP!!! - rain

Why it happened - weather

Why it makes me happy - I don't think this one was predicted.....and EVERY drop is appreciated.

HappyUP!!! Day 1892

HappyUP!!! - evening invitation

Why it happened - friends

Why it makes me happy - I couldn't make it but it's always nice to be thought of

HappyUP!!! - tires

Why it happened - a couple were needed

Why it makes me happy - tires are anything but cheap.....I'm appreciative this purchase wasn't a budget buster that it would be for many

HappyUP!!! - paperwork domination

Why it happened - I'd had enough

Why it makes me happy - PEACE on my desktop!

HappyUP!!! Day 1891

HappyUP!!! - a goodbye

Why it happened- opportunity

Why it makes me happy - I hate to see this guy go from our club....but he is moving on to opportunity. As much as we want to hold on......you always have to let go.....for better things.......all the best, Sean.

HappyUP!!! - lawnmower dropoff

Why it happened - it died

Why it makes me happy - a lawnmower isn't heavy....but it is a VERY awkward, dangerous lift on one's own...done it many times...won't do it again. Was happy a neighbor was nearby......absolutely no issue.....and I LOVE the attitude of my new mower shop!!!

HappyUP!!! - lunch in the rain

Why it happened - an upcoming event

Why it makes me happy - I got my lunch comped.......in the patio room of Il Fornaio....which has an outdoor roof....we got to watch and hear the downpour...while we planned an event.....and...yeah........the calamari was to die for.

HappyUP!!! - a discovery

Why it happened - I was informed

Why it makes me happy - though the information was sad......I was happy to get it.....regarding someone so trapped in an incident in the past...which is bad enough....yet even worse that what is still being spilled.....a year and a half later....is a falsehood. It makes me happy to KNOW what is currently being mis-despelled....it helps me to guide....the important ONE....that has to figure out truth going forward

JollyJottings

A sad goodbye

Two great speeches

A great rehearsal lunch

Tumultuous rain

A great movie

Lawnmower dropoff

Knocking stuff of the big to do list

HappyUP!!! Day 1890

HappyUP!!! - monday "chores"

Why it happened - I get called upon

Why it makes me happy - chores aren't chores when they serve others...a blessed day

HappyUP!!! - peeps in the park

Why it happened - I was out for a walk

Why it makes me happy - we seemed to be going counter-clockwise....and re-greeting several times...weird....but fun

HappyUP!!! - yeah

Why it happened - toss it aside

Why it makes me happy - yeah....it just worked....perfectly

JollyJottings

People in the park

A morning delivery...an afternoon pickup....an evening delivery

Nice breakfast

Making breakfast

Great night of sleep

HappyUP!!! Day 1889

HappyUP!!! - Fantasy Golf win

Why it happened - I made some good choices

Why it makes me happy - this is my third win of the year.....which should put in good stead to break pretty close to even by year end at worse......now....it's about making a profit

HappyUP!!! - lovely afternoon

Why it happened - who knows...it wasn't supposed to be

Why it makes me happy - it allowed me to get outside...do a touch of yardwork....and a little practice

HappyUP!!! - Tiger Woods

Why it happened - he may be back

Why it makes me happy - I by no means condone this dude's personal behavior. Quite frankly, it's none of my business. His role model badge definitely took a dumper. I'm glad to see him win again...it's good for golf.....and is making the upcoming Masters Tournament look like it's going to be VERY exciting.

HappyUP!!! Day 1888

HappyUP!!! - an unexpected 18

Why it happened - we tested the weather

Why it makes me happy - turned out to be a beautiful day

HappyUP!!! - back 9 play

Why it happened - who knows...wouldn't have guessed by front 9 play

Why it makes me happy - always great to turn it around....left a LOW number

out there today.....2 big mistakes late....but I'm gaining on it

HappyUP!!! - Fantasy Golf contention

Why it happened - good picking

Why it makes me happy - one more win and I am pretty much playing free for most of

the year....just one guy to pass tomorrow

HappyUP!!! - lovely, cozy evening

Why it happened - anticipated storm

Why it makes me happy - tho the storm didn't arrive....it was a good night to tuck it in

HappyUP!!! Day 1887

HappyUP!!! - chutt on 11

Why it happened - good touch

Why it made me happy - it put me unexpectedly ahead

HappyUP!!! - perfect "off" weather

Why it happened - storms abrewing

Why it makes me happy - it was a little cool......but stayed in shorts all day long...no windbreaker needed...and that was a surprise

HappyUP!!! - hitting the pin on 1

Why it happened - skills?

Why it makes me happy - almost jarred that wedge for an eagle....good start to the day

HappyUP - BloodSource

Why it happened - I give

Why it makes me happy - I always feel good about myself after giving the peeps and hour and a pint of sanguine

HappyUP!!! Day 1886

HappyUP!!! - new dinner venue

Why it happened - wanted to try out something new

Why it makes me happy - cool place...nearby....food was solid....NICE!

HappyUP!!! - cool morning clouds

Why it happened - weather

Why it makes me happy - one would swear that it was going to rain.....but it never even threatened to

HappyUP!!! - a cancellation

Why it happened - there was a mix up

Why it makes me happy - while I wanted to go to this meeting, it was great using the free time to get some extra things done

HappyUP!!! Day 1885

HappyUP!!! - Irish Italian

Why it happened - it's a golf thing

Why it makes me happy - SO GREAT to be out in GLORIOUS weather....some GREAT food...excellent company...banner day

HappyUP!!! - Me?...a Mentor?....to this person?

Why it happened - I guess it's cuz I do what I do

Why it makes me happy - THIS piece of public recognition was about as unexpected as could be. Wow! You never know who and how deeply you touch someone......even though...you are just cruising along....and doing your thing

HappyUP!!! - my bro plays golf

Why it happened - who knows

Why it makes me happy - it is a VERY fortunate thing I have in my life.....my brother and I are about the same level in golf.....and we both play OK.....yet........we have NO "thing" about being competitive with each other.....none at all. Sure, we like to win but, when it comes to the two of us, neither of us cares. We just enjoy our time on the links.

HappyUP!!! - corned beef

Why it happened - see "Irish Italian" above

Why it makes me happy - after getting our serving of spaghetti, we then received another course of corned beef. I don't like corned beef. Neither does my brother. He passed....I decided to give it a try.....yet again. OMG!!!.........THIS corned beef was "da bomb." I gave bro the headsup...."you MAY want to give this one a shot." Yeah....he was won over too!

JollyJottings

TM

Morning wakeup

Brother time

Weather

The Doyle boyz

Irish Italian

Golf shots

HappyUP!!! Day 1884

HappyUP!!! - tax re-do

Why it happened - I got an amended 1099

Why it makes me happy - when I got my new taxes, things were more favorable...NICE!

HappyUP!!! - tabletopics

Why it happened - Toastmasters

Why it makes me happy - my topic this morning?.....SOOOOOOOO fun to do

HappyUP!!! - a new day

Why it happened - well.....everyday is

Why it makes me happy - WELCOME to SPRING 2012!!!!....it will never happen again.

JollyJottings

HappyUP!!! Day 1883

HappyUP!!! - lentils

Why it happened - I bought some

Why it makes me happy - they were pre-cooked.....but....toss in a little stone ground mustard, hot sauce, cheddar cheese, and a touch of mayo.......BAM!.....so simple....and some GREAT eating!

HappyUP!!! - helping out

Why it happened - it's Monday

Why it makes me happy - one of my favorite days of the week

HappyUP!!! - sleeping in

Why it happened - I think I was tired...and got to bed a little late

Why it makes me happy - TREMENDOUSLY refreshed this morning

HappyUP!!! Day 1882

HappyUP!!! - getting that tee time

Why it happened - I got up early

Why it makes me happy - I fulfilled my obligation to the greater good of the group

HappyUP!!! - breakfast

Why it happened - lazy Sunday

Why it makes me happy - dang......I just LOVE a great sausage and egg combo.

HappyUP!!! - a hailstorm

Why it happened - a weather deal

Why it makes me happy - we don't get those "baseball sized" stones here.....hail is rather infrequents.....so....when it happens.....it's always kind of a fascinating weather combo....and...to be able to observe it with those closest....yeah...that's fun!

HappyUP!!! Day 1881

HappyUP!!! - my partners play

Why it happened - it's a tourney

Why it makes me happy - we tied for low today.....wish I could have helped a bit more...great to see my partner put a nice round together

HappyUP!!! - new guys

Why it happened - it's a tourney

Why it makes me happy - great new friends to tee it up with some other time. Tourneys are good for expanding the social circle

HappyUP!!! - a lovely evening

Why it happened - WE had an unexpected guest

Why it makes me happy - a little change up to plans....and it works out well!!!

JollyJottings

My partners play

No rain

New guys

Winning our flight today

Family time with cuzzy

Running errands to help out

HappyUP!!! Day 1880

HappyUP!!!- Speech Contest

Why it happened - Toastmasters

Why it makes me happy - one of my mentees WON!!!...how gratifying is that?

HappyUP!!! - getting home

Why it happened - safe driving

Why it makes me happy - it was a white knuckler tonight....definitely not a nite to take driving with anything but reverance

HappyUP!!! - tuck in

Why it happened - I was called upon

Why it makes me happy - after the white knuckle drive.....loved doing this...heart full

JollyJottings

Rain

Walking in the rain

HappyUP!!! Day 1879

HappyUP!!! - a wake up picture

Why it happened - tee hee

Why it makes me happy - let's just leave it that, receiving this, meant a lot

HappyUP!!! - great sleep

Why it happened - I got in late

Why it makes me happy - wow.....what a night of super zzzzzzz's

HappyUP!!! - a little break in the weather

Why it happened - it's weather

Why it makes me happy - it gave me a great chance to do a few outside things....one of which included a fuzzy creature.

JollyJottings

A wake up picture

Great communications

Some excellent think work

A little break in the weather

Good nights sleep

HappyUP!!! Day 1878

HappyUP!!! - check in the mail

Why it happened - it just does

Why it makes me happy - who wouldn't be happy with a check in the mail?

HappyUP!!! - a TREMENDOUS world premiere

Why it happened - my buddy got to play on stage

Why it makes me happy - it was a very interesting and moving documentary at the CAAM Festival honoring a close friend of mine's friend. It was an honor just to be there...in the front row.....and to take in the experience

HappyUP!!! - taxes back

Why it happened - I have people

Why it makes me happy - I was VERY pleased with the outcome

HappyUP!!! Day 1877

HappyUP!!! - chicken dinner

Why it happened - I did some cooking

Why it makes me happy - I keep working on this one dish. It's getting better and better. Tonight, I got another little tip to make it even better

HappyUP!!! - an Icebreaker

Why it happened - a new member

Why it makes me happy - I love indocrinating people into the group and getting to know them

HappyUP!!! - meeting with a confidant

Why it happened - I set it up

Why it makes me happy - great conversation..........and great learning

HappyUP!!! Day 1876

HappyUP!!! - helping out

Why it happened - sickness

Why it makes me happy - always fulfilling to do a little emergency caregiving

HappyUP!!! - pizza

Why it happened - you gotta eat

Why it makes me happy - I don't eat a lot of pizza.....but I do LOVE it! Tonights was delicious

HappyUP!!! - some cards

Why it happened - just a little fun

Why it makes me happy - there is something about sitting down to play cards with friends...no....not the cutthroat type.....it just brings up interesting conversation

HappyUP!!! Day 1875

HappyUP!!! - round 2

Why it happened - tournament is on

Why it makes me happy - we were off to a slow start.....then my partner and I started to put it together. We weren't even on 8 cylinders but we turned in a great round

HappyUP!!! - birdie on 15

Why it happened - great drive/wedge/putt

Why it makes me happy - I stepped it up....right when it was needed

HappyUP!!! - straightening out the driver

Why it happened - I found a little "something something" on the 10th tee

Why it makes me happy - the driver was a little shaky on the front 9. Started taking it back a little straighter on the back 9 and.....VOILA......started DRILLING the fairways

HappyUP!!! - chipping

Why it happened - practice and advice

Why it makes me happy - when that driver gets a little crooked (see above), it's good to have a bailout tool. It was pretty amazing today

HappyUP!!! Day 1874

HappyUP!!! - tournament day

Why it happened - our club has them

Why it makes me happy - first tournament of the season. Great to have a different format. Meet some new guys. See a bunch of others you don't usually see

HappyUP!!! - getting it to 5 under

Why it happened - we were ham and egging it

Why it makes me happy - we were in the hunt through 12. Yeah, we stumbled a bit on the way in....but it felt good to move the needle up. We just have to seal the deal in upcoming rounds

HappyUP!!! - family time/celebration

Why it happened - a birthday

Why it makes me happy - great food......a new house....entire family (minus one) there. Great times

JollyJottings

Great nights sleep

Brekko

Tournament day

Getting to 5 under

Pars on 1...2.....4.....wedge on 6....up and down 9.....sandy 11...up and down 12....bunker shot 15.....recovery shot 16....up and down 17

Getting 2 points rather than 1

Family time/celebration

HappyUP!!! Day 1873

HappyUP!!! - time with a friend

Why it happened - I set it up

Why it makes me happy - I don't think there is a better thing than a truly deep conversation. You can't force them....but you can try to make them happen

HappyUP!!! - full compliment of da Boyz

Why it happened - the golf club

Why it makes me happy - we had all five today.....amongst sunny skies....perfect

HappyUP!!! - turning in early

Why it happened - a little tired

Why it makes me happy - sometimes....it's just good to pack it in a little earlier than other times......NICE sleep!

JollyJottings

Nice morning

Trip to an advisor

Teeing it up with da Boyz

A surprise piece of apparel

Delicious dinner

Turning in early

Weather

HappyUP!!! Day 1872

HappyUP!!! - wonderful dinner

Why it happened - I'm lucky

Why it makes me happy - I don't use the rice cooker often....I don't know why.....it did a great job tonight......and that bacon wrapped filet wasn't bad either. Put a salad on the side.....great eats

HappyUP!!! - American Idol

Why it happened - a little after dinner brain drain

Why it makes me happy - I'm not a tremendous fan of the show....but I will watch on occasion. This was a really good night to do so.

HappyUP!!! - good reading material

Why it happened - I did a little searching

Why it makes me happy - it's an awesome thing to re-read a book.....at just the right time

JollyJottings

Spectaculor dinner

American Idol

HappyUP!!! Day 1871

HappyUP!!! - my buddy WON

Why it happened - he is a TALENT

Why it makes me happy - I am thrilled for him.........but then he surprised me.......by letting me know he may involve ME in his win so I get to enjoy an AWESOME night next week!

HappyUP!!! - salad for dinner

Why it happened - it's dinner

Why it makes me happy - TREMENDOUS salad....with just the right amount of meat in it....a little bread on the side..........perfect

HappyUP!!! - planning for a caper

Why it happened - I have been asked to MC

Why it makes me happy - this is going to be FUN! FUN! FUN!

HappyUP!!! - my consultant

Why it happened - Toastmasters

Why it makes me happy - it's GREAT when you can get help from someone you know

HappyUP!!! Day 1870

HappyUP!!! - justice

Why it happened - we have a system

Why it makes me happy - the term "justice was not served" can be common. While mistakes happen....and that can be true......we should also celebrate when it is. Today...it was

HappyUP!!! - some rain

Why it happened - weather

Why it makes me happy - I am going to celebrate EVERY rain day this year! I especially appreciated hearing the rain from cozy confines in the middle of the night

HappyUP!!! - new phone

Why it happened - it was time

Why it makes me happy - for a few months, at least, I have the latest. Trust me...I'll be keeping this one LONG into when future upgrades are in vogue.......but.....at least for today......I'm somewhat in vogue...LOL......like I care about vogue

JollyJottings

New phone

Toastmasters

A little rain

A TON of errands - Mel....Kragen...Ace...Office Depot...Home Depot

Good advice from mechanic

Postponed project

An afternoon pickup

New lights

HappyUP!!! Day 1869

HappyUP!!! - Seth

Why it happened - scheduled

Why it makes me happy - always good to get some advice and check in with this part of my team

HappyUP!!! - afternoon coffee

Why it happened - my friend had some time

Why it makes me happy - such a WONDERFUL conversation.....outside....gorgeous weather.....and a friendly cup in hand

HappyUP!!! - a morning delivery

Why it happened - I had the time

Why it makes me happy - doing favors is my thing. This one allowed some people to have a much more stress free morning

HappyUP!!! Day 1868

HappyUP!!! - brekko with a friend

Why it happened - I had him out for some golf

Why it makes me happy - which meal do I enjoy the most? Brekko, lunch, or dinner? That is a tough question. I will say that brekko at the golf course with an old buddy as you anticipate time on the links is tough to beat

HappyUP!!! - some awesome recovery shots

Why it happened - I put myself in trouble

Why it makes me happy - hey....that's life....you do your best.....but you get in trouble. In golf, as in life, it's really about how you cope and your ability to recover. I'm pretty good at it.

HappyUP!!! - time of their lives

Why it happened - road trip

Why it makes me happy - I'm so glad my family is having a blast on their out of town trip.

HappyUP!!! Day 1867

HappyUP!!! - solid play through 6

Why it happened - that chipping help yesterday

Why it makes me happy - not the BEST ball striking....but the recovery shots seem to be coming back.

HappyUP!!! - what a burger!

Why it happened - I tried some additives

Why it makes me happy - THIS was a delicious little piece of beef. A nice wrap to the end of the day

HappyUP!!! - stunning weather

Why it happened - who knows....it's not March weather

Why it makes me happy - I am so blessed to be able to FULLY enjoy every great weather day....and I just soak it in

JollyJottings

The strong group

Putt on 6 for the birdie

Solid through 6 holes....and front 9

A great grilled burger at home

Good B-ball games

Stunning weather

HappyUP!!! Day 1866

HappyUP!!! - getting it done at the bank

Why it happened - my friend had some time

Why it makes me happy - so glad to get this piece of club business done....it's been forever to do so

HappyUP!!! - lunch with a friend

Why it happened - I was invited

Why it makes me happy - a Better Foods Deli sandwich is enough of a HappyUP!!!.....it's even better when it's bought for you. Great discussion

HappyUP!!! - help with my chipping

Why it happened - a skilled player was watching me

Why it makes me happy - he was exactly right in his tips to me......THIS was the missing piece of the equation on a vexing little issue I had been having

HappyUP!!! - a BIG day

Why it happened - it happens once a year

Why it makes me happy - it's just nice that it does

HappyUP!!! Day 1865

HappyUP!!! - rain

Why it happened - who knows....especially this year

Why it makes me happy - biggest storm of the season. The sound upstairs in the bedroom was awesome. More importantly......WATER!

HappyUP!!! - an act of service

Why it happened - a friend was in a bind

Why it makes me happy - it was raining.....I was sick as a dog......but it wasn't that big a request.....and I feel better for having done it.

HappyUP!!! - a day under the blanket

Why it happened - see that sick thing above

Why it makes me happy - well....I'm not happy to have caught the cold......but VERY HAPPY to have the luxury of not worrying about outside pressures.......and just lay down.....and mend