Thursday, December 31, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3524 NY EVE 2015


HappyUP!!! - a swing by the club
Why it happened - my buddies were getting done
Why it makes me happy - love hanging with the boys

HappyUP!!! - an invitation
Why it happened - see above
Why it makes me happy - looks like I have some fun ahead

HappyUP!!! - JB's party
Why it happened - it was NY Eve


Why it makes me happy - OMG!!!...such gracious hosts. LOVE people that have the gift of hospitality! ....home in bed...safely....great food...wonderful night!

Wednesday, December 30, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3523


HappyUP!!! - Dave Mason
Why it happened - got a Xmas present
Why it makes me happy - haven't listened to vinyl in YEARS. Can't wait to figure out the project to get it all converted to digital

HappyUP!!! - finding my DeWalt charger
Why it happened - was in and out of a back room
Why it makes me happy - hey...almost bought a new one...to the tune on $70...it was like reaching into an old coat and finding that money. ChaCHING!!!

HappyUP!!! - all vinyl in good shape
Why it happened - stored in vertically?


Why it makes me happy - I wasn't sure about this...not the best of temps...but it appears all of my old vinyl has held up very well

Tuesday, December 29, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3522


HappyUP!!! - doing some research
Why it happened - a paperwork glitch
Why it makes me happy - just made a some dough

HappyUP!!! - bad ass flashlight
Why it happened - I ordered it awhile back
Why it makes me happy - my household had been lacking a great flashlight...I overdid it on this one...but that's OK

HappyUP!!! - our break
Why it happened - it is a tradition


Why it makes me happy - I love my club....but...I just LOVE this little break we take every year

Monday, December 28, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3521



HappyUP!!! -  painting
Why it happened - my nephew needed the favor
Why it makes me happy - just glad I have some skills...and the body cooperated...to do a good little deed

HappyUP!!! - new glasses
Why it happened - I do it once in awhile
Why it makes me happy - I'm liking the new specs

HappyUP!!! - setting up the final paperwork
Why it happened - had to do the transfer
Why it makes me happy - glad to get it all set up...hang with the bro and sis for a bit. No, didn't work out tonight...it will be a costly mistake for dealer...and that is a HappyUP!!!

Sunday, December 27, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3520


HappyUP!!! - lunch
Why it happened - we were tooling in the new ride
Why it makes me happy - just some great family time

HappyUP!!! - weather
Why it happened - it's weather
Why it makes me happy - a FABULOUS day

HappyUP!!! - cleaning up
Why it happened - it was time


Why it makes me happy - Christmas is behind...great to put all the "stuff" away and get rid of the awesome chaos

Saturday, December 26, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3519


12/26 Sat  Cocktails with the boys....Junko sign up....some encouraging messages


HappyUP!!! - encouraging messages
Why it happened - I did a good deed
Why it makes me happy - I wasn't planning it...but...nice edification

HappyUP!!! - a little time with the boys
Why it happened - they heard about Christmas
Why it makes me happy - just great time hanging out

HappyUP!!! - junkorama sign up
Why it happened - it comes up
Why it makes me happy - hadn't planned on it...but kinda looking forward to it

Friday, December 25, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3518 Merry Christmas 2015



HappyUP!!! - pulling off the presentation
Why it happened - a little help
Why it makes me happy -I got THE VIDEO of all time

HappyUP!!! - getting tables turned
Why it happened - my niece/nephews now "get it"
Why it makes me happy - after years of "the gag"...they pulled it on me...priceless

HappyUP!!! - test ride with the family
Why it happened - ya gotta do that
Why it makes me happy - just another priceless memory I will never forget

HappyUP!!! - coming home
Why it happened - ya gotta do that


Why it makes me happy- I was wiped out...totally exhausted...little sleep in anticipation of Christmas...all of the excitement that happened...just regaling in a most FABULOUS day

Thursday, December 24, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3517



HappyUP!!! - getting the deal done
Why it happened - a little back and forth
Why it makes me happy - OMG!!!...tomorrow will be so epic on Xmas day. I am peeing myself

HappyUP!!! - drop off to a friend
Why it happened - a surprise
Why it makes me happy - it was so unexpected on recepient end...heartwarming

HappyUP!!! - Dinner at my friends
Why it happened - they are gracious hosts
Why it makes me happy - I could go on and on and on regarding this one. The company...the food...the lavish table...OMG....so blessed

HappyUP!!! - caper assistance
Why it happened - I have a good friend


Why it makes me happy- everything is now in place...BIG Santa is coming

Wednesday, December 23, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3516




HappyUP!!! - The NEW Smart N Final
Why it happened - gotta get ready
Why it makes me happy - saw my friend...the regional VP...what a GREAT ADD this will be to the local landscape

HappyUP!!! - Restoration Hardware
Why it happened - I loved what I got the other day
Why it makes me happy - I am SOOOOOO gonna score with the hostesses I go to with their warm and fuzzy wine bags.....and....I was shocked.....waaaaaaaaay discounted

HappyUP!!! - a little retrenching
Why it happened - item I wanted was unavailable
Why it makes me happy - great time to do a little re-think.....well...who am I kidding...gonna fool someone that was in on the schtick. This Xmas will be EPIC

Tuesday, December 22, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3515



HappyUP!!! - an idea
Why it happened - who knows
Why it makes me happy - this will be epic

HappyUP!!! - trip to a dealer
Why it happened - see above idea
Why it makes me happy - OK...peeps not that much of a HappyUP!!!...but the idea lives on

HappyUP!!! - Xmas brekko
Why it happened - it's a tradition
Why it makes me happy - my heart was warmed...the fellowship...new members adding their flavor and ideas...totally fulfilling...to the mind...and to the soul

Monday, December 21, 2015

HappyUP!! Day 3514


HappyUP!!! -leftover shrimp pesto pasta
Why it happened - waved the white flag last nite
Why it makes me happy - what a nice brekko treat!

HappyUP!!! - stormy day of rain
Why it happened - weather
Why it makes me happy -we haven't seen an entire day like this yet. We need a lot more of them. It was so enjoyable to be able to stay in and absorb it.

HappyUP!!! -nephew chatter
Why it happened - Christmas is coming
Why it makes me happy - OK....pretty good idea of what is coming the ol uncle's way....cool!

Sunday, December 20, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3513


HappyUP!!! -my ol girl
Why it happened - I dug her out
Why it makes me happy - she was sounding very sweet today

HappyUP!!! - Din...Din...Dinner
Why it happened - friend hit me up
Why it makes me happy -what a GREAT place! ...been meaning to try. I'll be back again. The food, the service, and the company were all exquisite

HappyUP!!! -easy shopping day
Why it happened - I went early
Why it makes me happy - I don't know why the stores open up so early for Sunday before Christmas.....not many people are out there.....I have always been glad they do though. It sure makes it easy on me every year.

Saturday, December 19, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3512


HappyUP!!! - present for the captain
Why it happened - it's Christmas
Why it makes me happy - nice that the boys stepped up and we were able to go over the top for this guy

HappyUP!!! - office party 
Why it happened - I was invited
Why it makes me happy - so much fun.....nice group of people...great food....and I don't even work there!

HappyUP!!! - brekko and rain
Why it happened - the club
Why it makes me happy - I ducked out on golf....needed to anyway...nice breaking a little bread with my buddies!

Friday, December 18, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3511

Rainy night.....scrambling my butt off....minimizing damage on 17/18....strong partner....salmon melt

HappyUP!!! - rainy night
Why it happened - weather
Why it makes me happy - I had trouble sleeping....but it was great listening to a nice steady night of rain

HappyUP!!! - scrambling my butt off
Why it happened - I have a couple of skills
Why it makes me happy - hit it awfully today....by the back nine, I at least got my recovery game in order. Had some crazy pars on 13..14...16...17...as well as a great one on 6. Some days...that is just how it is

HappyUP!!! - salmon melt
Why it happened - a special
Why it makes me happy - while not the tuna melt I had on the slopes the other day, this baby was just what I needed and it really hit the spot. It was different too....which always makes things interesting

Thursday, December 17, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3510



HappyUP!!! - a lot of coaching
Why it happened - change
Why it makes me happy - this one will be hard...how hard?...we will see. Gotta stop flipping it though

HappyUP!!! - not that disabled
Why it happened - who knows...better shape than I thought?
Why it makes me happy - after a couple of days of skiing, I thought I would be walking around like I was in a body cast.......as it turns out....not so much. Sure, I feel it but it could be a lot worse

HappyUP!!! - new Giant
Why it happened - trades
Why it makes me happy - well...I would be happier if the dude could have learned some English by now.....he's been making millions for years...and will be getting 16 million a year now....one would think he could put in a little effort (yep....I had to say that...Donald Trump gave me permission). This guy should shore up that pitching rotation

Wednesday, December 16, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3509




HappyUP!!! - 1 is a temperature?
Why it happened - weather
Why it makes me happy - it was cold when we got up. I thought 1 was a ranking...not a temperature. By the time we hit the slopes, I was told it was the best day in YEARS. Mid 30's with no wind. I was warm in my gear all day. Fabulous weather

HappyUP!!! - getting great advice
Why it happened - one dude used to teach
Why it makes me happy - by the end of my day, I was CARVING it up as well as ever...if not better. Much more fun today

HappyUP!!! - tuna melt
Why it happened - I was on top of the hill
Why it makes me happy - this may have been the BEST tuna melt ever. Was it the altitude on top of that slope? Was it that I was hungry? Maybe...but......I also know this baby was made about as well as one can be made

HappyUP!!! - calling it quits
Why it happened - I know my body
Why it makes me happy - my buddy wanted another run or two. I could have done it. Yet...I had this feeling......that I would burn out.  Perfect timing....I was pooped when I got back to the truck. GREAT trip.

Tuesday, December 15, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3508



HappyUP!!! - my mechanic
Why it happened - I needed a quick check up
Why it makes me happy - I will be travelling with confidence. Been a while since driving in the snow

HappyUP!!! - challenging day of skiing
Why it happened - I was invited
Why it makes me happy - I don't ski enough anymore to always remember everything. Hence, there are times it can be a little scary. I had to embrace that today. Freaking out just makes things worse. Sometimes, you got to bring back that little kid and realize that the falls are what make you better

HappyUP!!! - great guys
Why it happened - my trip
Why it makes me happy - I only knew one of them. The drinks and dinner company were fabulous. Great evening.

Monday, December 14, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3507




HappyUP!!! -finding a coat for my little girl
Why it happened - I was motivated
Why it makes me happy - I could have "bagged it." I'd gotten her all the other things. I said to self, "hey....she may be cold. Get off your butt."  It's not as easy finding a coat as you think. 3 stores later...and several mother's asked....I found out that it really is a problem...but I found something that will work.

HappyUP!!! - an invitation
Why it happened - follow up from last nite
Why it makes me happy - I'm going skiing ....and getting some free lodging! NICE!

HappyUP!!! - Voice Finals
Why it happened - it's a tradition
Why it makes me happy - yep....I admit it...I like this show. Tonite, nobody disappointed

Sunday, December 13, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3506




HappyUP!!! - ToysRUS
Why it happened - adoption
Why it makes me happy - this is not a store that I frequent. BUT...there is one thing I know this time of year....you GO when it first opens. Man...I could not have gotten more assistance if I wanted it. 

HappyUP!!! - THAT storm
Why it happened - weather
Why it makes me happy -yeah...it was brief...but THAT is the kind of thing that I am talking about. It had some of those batten down the hatches moments. Just LOVED being in and watching it

HappyUP!!! - XMAS Buffet
Why it happened - our group does that
Why it makes me happy - all of us and wives/significant others get together. It was great to present our cap with a VERY special bottle (heck....finding that alone today was a big HappyUP!!!). He was thrilled to receive it. Great nite with the crew

Saturday, December 12, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3505




HappyUP!!! - riding the back
Why it happened - Clyde was acting up
Why it makes me happy - got to spend some time with my partner....and not having to deal with the mechanical issue

HappyUP!!! - 5 iron 17.....4 iron 18
Why it happened - who knows
Why it makes me happy - horrible day striking the ball....these aren't the easiest clubs to hit....especially on a bad day. Mitigated a little damage

HappyUP!!! - grinding it out
Why it happened - it is what you do
Why it makes me happy - "what did you shoot, 90?" said my partner. "No...83...only one stroke worse than you." ......while not intended as a compliment, it is how I took it. I understood it....it was UGLY...but I dug in...and got what I could get out of this mess

Friday, December 11, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3504



HappyUP!!! - "no waffle iron?....that would be pancakes"
Why it happened - I was watching Today
Why it makes me happy - Al Roaker.....he is just a goofball crackup...but the timing on this line was fabulous.

HappyUP!!! - geting a lot of collections
Why it happened - I'm taking up a fund
Why it makes me happy - glad I didn't have to chase anybody down...I'm almost all collected out already

HappyUP!!! - 3 birdies
Why it happened - some good stuff going on
Why it makes me happy - things are on a great trajectory

Thursday, December 10, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3503



HappyUP!!! - shiny boots
Why it happened - I took them in
Why it makes me happy - they looked so darn puuuurrrrrty! My old doc's are my buddies

HappyUP!!! - new battery ordered
Why it happened - it was needed
Why it makes me happy - this is going to fix a significant issue I have been having

HappyUP!!! - chicken stew
Why it happened - I made it last nite
Why it makes me happy - when THIS dish gets a chance to sit overnite.....LOOK OUT! IT IS ALL ON!!!

Wednesday, December 09, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3502



HappyUP!!! - chat with Rich T
Why it happened - I made the call
Why it makes me happy - fabulous to touch base. Some of the story wasn't sweet....but...friends are friends...even when it can break your hard...you just pray.

HappyUP!!! - Wah
Why it happened - I invited
Why it makes me happy - love it when this guy comes out and swats it around with us.

HappyUP!!! - raking in the dark
Why it happened - storm coming
Why it makes me happy - I was reminded of a story. "What is the difference between Russia and America?.....tractors in America have lights!" While this may not be literally true, you get the idea. I had my light on tonight....and it made me realize....with technology....we have longer days than we used to

Tuesday, December 08, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3501



HappyUP!!! - holding off a tiger
Why it happened - threw in some decent play
Why it makes me happy - this dude was on fire...3 birdies and an eagle on the front 9....that could be EXPENSIVE!!! Sometimes a small loss is a big win

HappyUP!!! - adopting a little girl
Why it happened - it's Christmas
Why it makes me happy - glad this opportunity presented itself. It will be satisfying

HappyUP!!! - a good draw
Why it happened - luck
Why it makes me happy - I got on the CORRECT team today....moneymaker!!!


Monday, December 07, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3500


HappyUP!!! - new game...pass the Benjamin
Why it happened - I got comped
Why it makes me happy - this was a cute game....but rather fun

HappyUP!!! - getting my clubs
Why it happened - dudes were working
Why it makes me happy - I didn't know I could fish out my clubs on a day when shop is closed. NICE!

HappyUP!!! - nice drive
Why it happened - did a little roadie
Why it makes me happy - gorgeous day....put Big Red on the road...got in some curvies...fun

Sunday, December 06, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3499


HappyUP!!! - late invitation
Why it happened - someone was thinking of me
Why it makes me happy - looking forward to this one

HappyUP!!! - golf tomorrow
Why it happened - got another late invite
Why it makes me happy - we are going to have some fun at this course tomorrow

HappyUP!!! - great chill day
Why it happened - doing a little experiment
Why it makes me happy - probably not the best idea....but...I will learn something

Saturday, December 05, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3498


HappyUP!!! - winning
Why it happened - good partners
Why it makes me happy - a win is a win...I tossed in a little help but it was on them

HappyUP!!! - birdie 6
Why it happened - fabulous wedge
Why it makes me happy - had a little highlight here. Looked like the round was righted at this point. 

HappyUP!!! - brekko
Why it happened - I was hungry
Why it makes me happy - switched it up today....deeeelicious....hit RIGHT on the spot

Friday, December 04, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3497


HappyUP!!! -new duds
Why it happened - a sale
Why it makes me happy - pretty cool threads

HappyUP!!! - 8 iron recovery 16
Why it happened - skills
Why it makes me happy - THAT was a fabulous shot to within 3 feet of the stopper

HappyUP!!! - 7 wedges
Why it happened - good play
Why it makes me happy - while I didn't take advantage, I had the chances. THAT is what I am after. We'll get to the taking advantage later

HappyUP!!! - party
Why it happened - it's that time of year
Why it makes me happy- good times with some great people

Thursday, December 03, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3496


HappyUP!!! - Rain
Why it happened - weather
Why it makes me happy - well.....it had a moment....about 3 minutes....and it was glorious. Hopefully, we will have more on the way

HappyUP!!! - back room project
Why it happened - motivation
Why it makes me happy - no more bumbling and stumbling. THIS setup will work much more effectively

HappyUP!!! - great sleep
Why it happened - nasal spray
Why it makes me happy - been struggling the last few evenings. The homeopathic spray did a great job!

Wednesday, December 02, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3495


HappyUP!!! - Invitation for a glass
Why it happened - who knows
Why it makes me happy - it was a wonderful idea

HappyUP!!! - birdie 4
Why it happened - a quality wedge
Why it makes me happy - it got things right back to where they needed to be

HappyUP!!! - lasagna
Why it happened - I bought one
Why it makes me happy - haven't had this dish in a long time....and the stores are coming right along


Tuesday, December 01, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3494


HappyUP!!! - Keith and Stan
Why it happened -Toastmasters
Why it makes me happy - these two dudes really stepped it up today

HappyUP!!! - Practice Session
Why it happened - I made time
Why it makes me happy - some really encouraging results....and some incredible flights and pops

HappyUP!!! - scarf
Why it happened - got a new one
Why it makes me happy - it was PERFECT for a cold morning

Monday, November 30, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3493


HappyUP!!! - coaching session
Why it happened - I am willing
Why it makes me happy - this is going to be a very subtle tweak. Why is that such a happy thing? It means that the rest of me is pretty darn sound.  We are getting in to super finite details now.

HappyUP!!! - new kix
Why it happened - I needed some
Why it makes me happy - got some great help at the store. These babies felt like putting on slippers right from the get go!

HappyUP!!! - Maddie Davis
Why it happened - The Voice
Why it makes me happy - this gal did a sad and minored out version of "Girls Just Want to Have Fun" that can only be described as one of the best performances I have heard in quite awhile. The arrangement was just gorgeous, flawless delivery, and the whole thing was better than the original

HappyUP!!! - some new duds
Why it happened - just did a little shopping
Why it makes me happy - got a splurge item......and then also caught some pretty outrageous deals

HappyUP!!! - cyber Monday boycott
Why it happened - it was intentional
Why it makes me happy- it is amazing how easily the "cows have been trained." Does anyone think the on-line guys really go, "let's just blow it out on Monday with our best deals" and then walk away and say, "OK...that was enough sales for this holiday"? There will be plenty of time for bargains without having to be trained like a dog to get them.

Sunday, November 29, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3492


HappyUP!!! - a little company on the walk
Why it happened - I made a call
Why it makes me happy - what a joyful little outing we had today in a place that I don't usually go. Wonderful conversation

HappyUP!!! - Raiders win
Why it happened - a lucky call
Why it makes me happy - it would be really great to see these dudes make the playoffs this year. I have seen this pattern before. They start of strong....weaken.....then you get a breath of hope....until the whole thing implodes.  Love to see them hit stride the rest of the way out

HappyUP!!! - the Goats
Why it happened - walking
Why it makes me happy - WOW! These guys are everywhere. So are there 4 dogs. I didn't know they had that many.

HappyUP!!! - New England /Denver game
Why it happened - it's Sunday night
Why it makes me happy- I would have preferred a different outcome....BUT....it was an exciting game. THAT, afterall, is all I am ever looking for when watching a contest

Saturday, November 28, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3491


HappyUP!!! - three times in a row
Why it happened - a streak
Why it makes me happy - I don't know how many times I have birdied 17 twice in a row....I am thinking never until this week. Well...today.....a beautiful 5 iron and a nice putt later.....THREE times in a row. That is just insane because this hole usually gives me a little issue

HappyUP!!! - frost delay
Why it happened - it was cold
Why it makes me happy - got a little time to have some brekko....hang with some guys I don't usually hang with...nice

HappyUP!!! - layers
Why it happened - I was PREpared
Why it makes me happy - even though it was cold, it didn't seem like it. I actually ended up being over dressed on a day I thought that would be impossible. Comfy!

Friday, November 27, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3490


HappyUP!!! - SKINS DAY!
Why it happened - we do it when we have a big turnout
Why it makes me happy - I actually got some......4 to be exact!!! That has to be a record in this group.

HappyUP!!! - pitch in on 7
Why it happened - nice touch
Why it makes me happy - I have had this pitch before. It's a tough one to get close....let alone knock in the jar. When that baby went in....under the conditions we were playing in....I KNEW I was going to get paid SOMETHING today!

HappyUP!!! - birdie on 17
Why it happened - a killer hybrid
Why it makes me happy - I slayed the opponents chance of getting the grand slam....put my team back in the hunt.....and knocked down another skin. This was all done with a pretty challenging shot into the wind. Hey, this is two times in a row I have birdied this sucker!

HappyUP!!! - 8 miler
Why it happened - I do that
Why it makes me happy- perfect follow up to the eatfest of yesterday. I was ready to go play me some golf

Thursday, November 26, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3489


HappyUP!!! - a long training effort
Why it happened - weather was right for it
Why it makes me happy - glad to have this one behind me....bring on that T-Day dinner

HappyUP!!! - THE meal
Why it happened - it's Thanksgiving
Why it makes me happy - the fowl....the green beans...the brussels.....the taters and carrots. It's a delicious combination on a delicious day

HappyUP!!! - the invitation
Why it happened - my friend thinks highly of me
Why it makes me happy - just love this lady to death. It was so nice to be invited over to her house and such an intimate setting.

HappyUP!!! - Raley's open
Why it happened - they do that in the morning
Why it makes me happy- I kind of bank on these guys. There are NOOOO crowds on this morning at the store....which is why I didn't go last night when it was surely a zoo! Smart!

Wednesday, November 25, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3488


HappyUP!!! - birdie on 17
Why it happened - just nice play
Why it makes me happy - I don't birdie this one often. It is always well timed when it happens

HappyUP!!! - insane up and down 18
Why it happened - skills...and some luck
Why it makes me happy - NOBODY saw this coming. I saw that downhiller going a little to the right...and a little to the left...tho I had never had this putt before....and then.....BAM....in the pot to make some dough!

HappyUP!!! - a bit of rememberance
Why it happened - it's that day of the year
Why it makes me happy - a little melancholy can feel pretty good when it's about someone special. An evening toast....and a feeling of warmth

Tuesday, November 24, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3487


HappyUP!!! - joke writing
Why it happened - I was inspired
Why it makes me happy - my goodness, I just couldn't help but laugh as I did a first pass at some material. I may end up putting a little structure behind the process and put a new set together

HappyUP!!! - check in the mail
Why it happened - company has good bookkeeping
Why it makes me happy - they were honest! Every once in awhile, I will pay a bill twice...especially a funky one that I have to do by mail...and then end up doing it on-line later. Just glad it got caught. It's like finding a BUNCH of money in the pocket of your jeans. C'mon....who doesn't LOVE that.

HappyUP!!! - table topics
Why it happened - one creative dude
Why it makes me happy - the thought of bringing spices to Toastmasters....and giving them to us to describe how we are going to use them...along with a tool.....pure genius. One of the best segments ever

Monday, November 23, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3486


HappyUP!!! - my driver
Why it happened - a volunteer
Why it makes me happy - nice to go on a road trip....and not be behind the wheel

HappyUP!!! - 2 birdies and a KP
Why it happened - good shooting
Why it makes me happy - that was good for two skins and a closest to pin payout. Cha-CHING! A little Do-ray-MEEEE is always a HappyUP!!!

HappyUP!!! - weather
Why it happened - who knows
Why it makes me happy - we tried to make this trip twice before...only to be rained out. The third time turned out to be a charm. Course was in beautiful condition. A nice day and a solid round on the books

Sunday, November 22, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3485


HappyUP!!! - gorgous training weather
Why it happened - weather
Why it makes me happy - I had my sweatshirt off and packed up in the first mile. What a pleasant session today

HappyUP!!! - errands
Why it happened - I got motivated
Why it makes me happy - glad to sneak these one's in. A little less to do this week when I am going to have other things to do. They went lickety split

HappyUP!!! - Words list
Why it happened - I had an idea awhile ago
Why it makes me happy - this little thing has already saved my bacon. Hey, it may be excessive but, if you are going to play, you might as well play to win. The secret weapon is in hand!

HappyUP!!! - funny suff
Why it happened - my environment choices
Why it makes me happy- I heard some great comedians today. Got some funny stuff sent to me. Lots of laughs today

Saturday, November 21, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3484


HappyUP!!! - "that's gay"
Why it happened - funny exchange
Why it makes me happy - yeah, it may not be politically correct....but we had the funniest discussion on the 15th tee about how much a guy should know about chocolate and it's production

HappyUP!!! - friend's ACE
Why it happened - he hit a good shot
Why it makes me happy - besides getting a free cocktail, it always provides for a nice ambiance aroudn the 19th hole.

HappyUP!!! - Clyde made it
Why it happened - who knows
Why it makes me happy - been having some problems with him lately. He needs a new part. I limped him through today with little problems. Saves some wear and tear on me

HappyUP!!! - free food
Why it happened - my buddy 
Why it makes me happy- hey...I don't eat many burgers these days. When my pal said, "you want half of this, I can't eat it all."  I said, "good by me...that will get me through the rest of the day." THAT was one tasty sandwich

Friday, November 20, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3483


HappyUP!!! - EAGLE on 4
Why it happened - a pure little 60 degree wedge
Why it makes me happy - I don't make many of these anymore. This shot left the club face from 72 yards, landed just past the pin, and made that magic spin backwards into the jar. THAT is how you want to make a three on a par 5

HappyUP!!! - brekko with my friend
Why it happened - we set it up
Why it makes me happy - it had been awhile since we hooked up. Great catching up

HappyUP!!! - weather
Why it happened - Nor Cal
Why it makes me happy - well...if it doesn't rain...the elements have my full permission to be like they were today. PERFECT!

Thursday, November 19, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3482


HappyUP!!! - Fat's Food
Why it happened - it was the appetizer
Why it makes me happy - I haven't had their fare in forever. How could I have forsaken this place? Killer!!!

HappyUP!!! - making a new friend
Why it happened - I was training
Why it makes me happy - good to be able to help out some youth that is embarking on a new journey

HappyUP!!! - research
Why it happened - got off my fanny
Why it makes me happy - every journey starts somewhere. I covered a nice little chunk this morning. A little more discipline on this and I will get this done

HappyUP!!! - wine/chocolate pairing night
Why it happened - I was invited
Why it makes me happy- my friend hosted, my guest enjoyed, I met some nice people...but...most importantly......THAT CHOCOLATE from Ginger Elizabeth's was killer! Learned some stuff too! 

Wednesday, November 18, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3481


HappyUP!!! - soup
Why it happened - I was out of time
Why it makes me happy - this was all I could have before doing battle. It's not something I would normally have. It was a chili colorado soup that just KILLED it! 

HappyUP!!! - 4 iron 17
Why it happened - made a delicious pass at it
Why it makes me happy - a 4 iron into the back left pin into a strong breeze isn't something I am going to nail on the button very often. This was a beautiful pin seeker that flew right over that flag

HappyUP!!! - talking to my old coach
Why it happened - I sent him a message
Why it makes me happy - the impossible is actually possible....now it's up to me

Tuesday, November 17, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3480


HappyUP!!! - member stepping up
Why it happened - I wasn't ready
Why it makes me happy - this gal covered my fanny today...and delivered BIG TIME!

HappyUP!!! - salad
Why it happened - had some fixings
Why it makes me happy - this was a special salad that I hadn't tried before. It HIT the mark nicely!

HappyUP!!! - 6 miler
Why it happened - nice day
Why it makes me happy - I wasn't trying...I was just cruising....and it was easier than it's been!