Sunday, May 31, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3309


HappyUP!!! - dinner
Why it happened - birthdays
Why it makes me happy - great food....great family....friends....excellent

HappyUP!!! - Uber
Why it happened -decided to try it out
Why it makes me happy - I knew I could get a ride back from "the kids" after birthday dinner. Decided it was a great day to try out this service.  I learned a lot about it.  Good to have this tool in my pocket should it ever be needed

HappyUP!!! - bathroom painters
Why it happened - the girls wanted to do it
Why it makes me happy - who wants to paint a bathroom? That's pretty much ALL brushworkd

HappyUP!!! - condition better
Why it happened - who knows
Why it makes me happy - I put some strain on it yesterday. Figured I would be in pain today. It was actually better!!!

Saturday, May 30, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3308


HappyUP!!! - birdie 2
Why it happened - fabulous putt
Why it makes me happy - THAT was one tough putt to hole

HappyUP!!! - putt on 12
Why it happened - skills all the way
Why it makes me happy - I was just off the green...ball was in a depression....severe downhill and severe break.....NEARLY made it...fun to watch

HappyUP!!! - painting
Why it happened - project is on
Why it makes me happy - great to help out. Yeah, it hurt a bit...but felt good to do

HappyUP!!! - drive/wedge 16
Why it happened - perfection
Why it makes me happy - this hole gives me fits.....STUFFED it there today

HappyUP!!! - Buddy partner
Why it happened - it's how it shook out
Why it makes me happy - love this guy by my side in battle

Friday, May 29, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3307


HappyUP!!! - bunker play
Why it happened - skills
Why it makes me happy - bad day....but got up and down from the sand three times

HappyUP!!! - bro swing by
Why it happened - getting ready for project
Why it makes me happy - a nice visit. Looking forward to working on the next deal

HappyUP!!! - riding
Why it happened - med issue
Why it makes me happy - it's for the best for now. Love to walk. Best I don't

HappyUP!!! - graduation survival
Why it happened - it's an annual thing
Why it makes me happy - it just gives me joy that SOOOO many people attend to share this important day and I get the privilege of sharing my parking with them. Some could view it as a hassle....not me.....happy times!

Thursday, May 28, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3306


HappyUP!!! - my medical provider
Why it happened - pulled some strings
Why it makes me happy - great to get things handled so efficiently

HappyUP!!! - getting confirmation of a return
Why it happened - a couple of e-mails
Why it makes me happy - glad to handle this little issue

HappyUP!!! - dinner with the P's
Why it happened - got invited
Why it makes me happy - great burger....and got a new lick to try out

HappyUP!!! - phone chat with friend
Why it happened - just had to
Why it makes me happy - a great voice to voice is always enriching

Wednesday, May 27, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3305


HappyUP!!! - near ace on 12
Why it happened - I striped it
Why it makes me happy - hit right on the button.....it soared high....hit 2 feet short and to the left of pin....ended up 2 inches dead level with pin. THAT ball had to "go to the edge", take a peak, and say, "ya know....I don't like falling"

HappyUP!!! - coffee
Why it happened - it's in the calendar
Why it makes me happy - great chat today

HappyUP!!! - hitting balls
Why it happened - I do that
Why it makes me happy - found a little something in the session today

Tuesday, May 26, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3304


HappyUP!!! - Vet visit
Why it happened - follow up
Why it makes me happy - got to see the Big Guy today. All reports were positive and the patient was well behave

HappyUP!!! - chat with the City 
Why it happened - had a question
Why it makes me happy - got some great information.....great service!

HappyUP!!! - Area Governor visit
Why it happened - it's a requirement
Why it makes me happy - we had a great meeting and impressed our boss

HappyUP!!! - corn on the cob
Why it happened - in season
Why it makes me happy - OMG!.....this was some GREAT stuff on the grill

Monday, May 25, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3303

HappyUP!!! - 5 iron 17
Why it happened - struck a decent one
Why it makes me happy - I didn't quite "get it all"....and I was having a tough day. It was encouraging, however, to have this one heading straight at the pin.  Alignment was good which is something always working on

HappyUP!!! - 8 iron recovery 18
Why it happened -I have some skillz
Why it makes me happy - this was a cute little shot. I seem to have a bit of talent regarding this....mainly because I probably put me in trouble so much that I get a lot of practice at it.

HappyUP!!! - Memorial Day
Why it happened - it's what we do
Why it makes me happy - I did my respect to those...especially my late father...in my own way. It was wonderful for the soul

Sunday, May 24, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3302


HappyUP!!! - Indy 500
Why it happened -tradition
Why it makes me happy - there are fewer things more exciting than the last 20 laps of this race. It's kind of like a basketball game.....everything leads up to the last 5 minutes.  No one "slid out"....the crashes didn't hurt anyone.....and they raced to the end "under the green." 

HappyUP!!! - day off
Why it happened - had to
Why it makes me happy - 5 days in a row was enough....needed this little break

HappyUP!!! - TraderJoes
Why it happened - errands
Why it makes me happy - it was just a great experience today

Saturday, May 23, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3301


HappyUP!!! - getting the win
Why it happened - flipped em twice on 9 and 18
Why it makes me happy - we were the underdogs.....and...always great when those guys win

HappyUP!!! - flop shot 17
Why it happened - I got a bit of skillz
Why it makes me happy - it was a key shot...and I delivered

HappyUP!!! - another Giant win
Why it happened - they are on a roll
Why it makes me happy - I think it's 7 in a row. They got it going on

HappyUP!!! - just a great day
Why it happened - in good space
Why it makes me happy - lots of great things happening.....blessings

Friday, May 22, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3300

HappyUP!!! - a slugfest
Why it happened - low handicappers
Why it makes me happy - we all played well today....and just beat the crap out of each other....and...at the end of the day...it landed as it should.....a sporting draw. Can't remember when last involved in such a match

HappyUP!!! - bro 
Why it happened - he needed to borrow something
Why it makes me happy - hey...it is bro time. What can be better?

HappyUP!!! - 6 iron draw on 7
Why it happened - I got asked to do it
Why it makes me happy - then I did it!!! THAT was a spectacular call shot

HappyUP!!! - best ball striking round at SV
Why it happened - been working on it
Why it makes me happy - I'm not a ball striker....but....even ball strikers don't get 15 out of 18 day in and day out at SV. PLAAAAYAH today

Thursday, May 21, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3299


HappyUP!!! - Car start
Why it happened - got it just in time
Why it makes me happy - knew it was time to fire her up. Glad she did...and kept doing it all day long

HappyUP!!! - lunch
Why it happened - I set it up
Why it makes me happy - another quail egg convert....and a great lunch visit

HappyUP!!! - the game today
Why it happened - it got set up
Why it makes me happy - played with the assistant pro...didn't embarrass myself.....had some quality shots....and...got a little win

HappyUP!!! - Giants sweep Dodgers
Why it happened - G-men are better
Why it makes me happy - no need to even explain this

Wednesday, May 20, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3298


HappyUP!!! - Made someone's day
Why it happened - thoughtfulness...luck..resources
Why it makes me happy - always great when making someone happier than yourself

HappyUP!!! - chicken stew
Why it happened - got this deal DOWN
Why it makes me happy - it's just the best!...and a wonderful freezer item

HappyUP!!! - great mental space
Why it happened - been working on it
Why it makes me happy - when you REALLY put in the work...and then you see the results long after the work...no matter what it is...it is OH SO gratifying!



Tuesday, May 19, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3297

HappyUP!!! - delivered
Why it happened - I did the work
Why it makes me happy - everyone wants part 2 of today's speech

HappyUP!!! -  Icebreaker
Why it happened -Toastmasters
Why it makes me happy - we got another great member. Great opener

HappyUP!!! - got most of my dough back
Why it happened - picked into right team
Why it makes me happy - well....I also played fairly well....just didn't do anything spectacular today....which is what it usually takes in this game ro recoup one's funds. Glad to break even


Monday, May 18, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3296




HappyUP!!! -great Vet news
Why it happened -good diagnosis....following the protocol
Why it makes me happy - just want big sweetie to feel better

HappyUP!!! - Sushi
Why it happened -hungry
Why it makes me happy - LUUUUUUUV those quail eggs

HappyUP!!! - hygeinist update
Why it happened - I go
Why it makes me happy - another great prophy...NAILED IT!!!



Sunday, May 17, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3295


HappyUP!!! - solid ball striking
Why it happened - slowed things down a bit
Why it makes me happy - yesterday was worst round of the year. It was surprising because I have been playing a lot better.  Good to know yesterday was merely a one day set back. Back on track!

HappyUP!!! - getting back some geeters
Why it happened - see the above
Why it makes me happy - kind of took a beating on Friday and Saturday.  It was  a nice victory for my partner and I today

HappyUP!!! - hole in one
Why it happened - my buddy hit a good one
Why it makes me happy - always a pleasure to get that phone call and to go over and be part of the celebration!

HappyUP!!! - GIANT win
Why it happened - lots of reasons
Why it makes me happy - Pence goes yard on the Reds and the G-men take the series.  They are looking like they are getting the offense back on tract!

Saturday, May 16, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3294


HappyUP!!! - London Broil
Why it happened - picked some up the other day
Why it makes me happy - the broil is one of the most cost effective pieces of beef you can throw on the grill. IF you make it just right, it has a TON of flavor as well. I hit the mark tonight

HappyUP!!! - putt on the last hole
Why it happened - who knows.....I was grinding
Why it makes me happy - it was a tough day. It was WONDERFUL to cap it with a money saving 15 footer

HappyUP!!! - seeing improvement in my patient
Why it happened - been giving her meds
Why it makes me happy - hate to see her hurting.  Things seem to be improving

Friday, May 15, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3293


HappyUP!!! - Vet refill
Why it happened - they had mistakingly shorted me
Why it makes me happy - no hassle....in and out....and back to tending to my sick kitty

HappyUP!!! - Steph Curry
Why it happened - it's the playoffs
Why it makes me happy - the way this guy turned it on at crunch time was a marvel to watch. The 3/4 court shot he made was just insane.  I'm not sure the league has seen this kind of talent level before.

HappyUP!!! - Carolina's
Why it happened - I was hungry
Why it makes me happy - I just love being able to pop in and out of this place.  They make one mean cheese enchilada which pairs nicely with a wonderful taco

Thursday, May 14, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3292


HappyUP!!! - 5 birdies
Why it happened - good shots...good putting
Why it makes me happy - 5 ties for the most birdies I have had since moving over to my current club. It may be as many as I have had since I started golfing again 7 years ago.  It's an accomplishment

HappyUP!!! - the Blacklist
Why it happened - it's a weekly thing
Why it makes me happy - the season finale' lived up to the billing.  The only bad part is having to wait until the fall to pick up the story

HappyUP!!! - lost item returned
Why it happened - a sharp pro shop employee
Why it makes me happy - a buddy of mine was about to give me the extra piece of equipment that he had. I was thrilled to have my own found and returned to me.

HappyUP!!! - card from surrogate mom
Why it happened - she is very proper
Why it makes me happy - it was great to get the "thank you" but the sentiment expressed was over the top. Yep, it brought a bit of a tear to this old guy

Wednesday, May 13, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3291


HappyUP!!! - Title Company
Why it happened - got a transaction going on
Why it makes me happy - the assistant was more than helpful

HappyUP!!! - Prime Rib
Why it happened - it was part of the tournament
Why it makes me happy - I love prime rib but I eat it very seldomly.  Tonite's version was cooked PERFECTLY. Everyone was raving about it. The pure horseradish was a nice treat as well

HappyUP!!! - WAAAAHHHHH
Why it happened - I invited him out
Why it makes me happy - love playing golf with this guy.  The guys they put us in with were great too!

HappyUP!!! - Chicken Stew
Why it happened - I like to cook ahead
Why it makes me happy - I am really getting this recipe down.  This is becoming a signature dish. It was absolutely delicious

Tuesday, May 12, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3290


HappyUP!!! - Greg's speech
Why it happened - Toastmasters
Why it makes me happy - his progress has been tremendous and today's topic was very interesting

HappyUP!!! - hooking up with Double D
Why it happened - he wanted to play some more golf
Why it makes me happy - I got my 18 in. It was late and we played fast. Had a great time

HappyUP!!! - Giants
Why it happened - they play
Why it makes me happy - they got another W! Keeping it around .500 until the Pence monster comes back

Monday, May 11, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3289


HappyUP!!! - My plumber
Why it happened - a disposal issue
Why it makes me happy - this dude always shows up like clockwork. He works efficiently and charges a fair price. LOVE this guy.....and my new disposal.  Was VERY glad I terminated this as a do-it-yourself project. Yeah, I could have done it....but....it's nice to have it done right!

HappyUP!!! - My vet
Why it happened - kitty visit time
Why it makes me happy - well, I'm not happy that it turns out my feline friend is hurting but I am glad that I found out and we will now put her on the mend.  The vet was super nice as well

HappyUP!!! - a great walk
Why it happened - lovely evening
Why it makes me happy - some walks are better than others.  This one qualifies.  Just gorgeous out

Sunday, May 10, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3288


HappyUP!!! - Mothers Day
Why it happened - Tradition
Why it makes me happy - always a good time to think about mom....as well as do some things for some other moms

HappyUP!!! - The Players Championship
Why it happened - they play it every year
Why it makes me happy - this had to be one of the most exciting golf tournaments I have ever seen. Had some fun texting with friends....including one who is friends with one of the players in the playoff

HappyUP!!! - late night golf
Why it happened - needed to get out
Why it makes me happy - NOBODY was out there....and, man, did I whip it around.  18 holes walking in 2 hours is about as fast as you can go without running.  Got some good work in

Saturday, May 09, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3287


HappyUP!!! - a wonderful pick up
Why it happened - I had a drop off
Why it makes me happy- things are now back in tack

HappyUP!!! - a real conversation
Why it happened - people have struggles
Why it makes me happy - glad to be there as a friend...it's the ultimate compliment...to be sought out and trusted

HappyUP!!! - 3 birdies
Why it happened - 3 good putts and wedges
Why it makes me happy -- birdies are what it's all about. 3 is a good day for this kid

HappyUP!!! - being "a topper"
Why it happened - who knows
Why it makes me happy - 2 of those birdies were thrown in "on top" of my opponent. It's kind of like horseshoes when you throw a ringer over the first guys.  It's a rare but wonderful feeling. It's also much appreciated by your partner!!!

Friday, May 08, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3286


HappyUP!!! - banker help
Why it happened - he asked if he could help
Why it makes me happy - hey....for once I actually had a pertinent question when a sales/lobby person came up and asked if I needed anything.  GREAT info received....problem solved!

HappyUP!!! - road trip
Why it happened - heading to an event
Why it makes me happy - just the perfect amount of windshield time

HappyUP!!! - Giants win
Why it happened - McGeehe grand slam
Why it makes me happy - a win is always a happy day. Also, it helped with some logistics that were being experienced

HappyUP!!! - banishment
Why it happened - idiot
Why it makes me happy - there are some blessings that are bestowed upon me.....despite myself. This was one of them.

Thursday, May 07, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3285



HappyUP!!! - RAIN!!!
Why it happened - I washed my truck
Why it makes me happy - this could easily be the end of it for awhile. It wasn't much but it was enough to "create that smell" and put a little bit of the white stuff up on the hill.


HappyUP!!! - Dinner
Why it happened - got an invitation
Why it makes me happy - Mexican food....my FAVORITE!


HappyUP!!! - talking with Curtis
Why it happened - I made an outreach
Why it makes me happy - he gave me some tips.  I'll put it to use....see if I can get the problem worked out. If not, it will be time to bring out the big gun next week

Wednesday, May 06, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3284



HappyUP!!! - Hybrid/wedge 1 to largo
Why it happened - played it just right
Why it makes me happy - had a bit of errancy to start this deal off. Two fabulous shots got things
right back on track!


HappyUP!!! - a cancelled appointment
Why it happened - sometimes people can't make stuff
Why it makes me happy - gave me a little less pressure this morning when I had stuff to do


HappyUP!!! - fabulous ball striking on front 9
Why it happened - things are coming together
Why it makes me happy - it's a funny game this golf.  You change some relatively simple things....
and other things automatically have to change because of that. Next thing you know it, you see a big difference.  At least that is how it works for me.

Tuesday, May 05, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3283



HappyUP!!! - Traeger Grill Speech
Why it happened - it's all part of Toastmasters
Why it makes me happy - while I doubt I will go out and get one, I have to say this speech made me consider it. THAT means it must have been a great speech to make me think of parting with that many geeters!


HappyUP!!! - new members
Why it happened - they came....they signed up
Why it makes me happy - they are jumping in and particiapating off of the get go!


HappyUP!!! - Mexican casserole
Why it happened - hey....it's festive
Why it makes me happy - OK...so I am not Hispanic. It still means I can eat well on this Cinco De Mayo!!!

HappyUP!!! - Birdie on 18
Why it happened - 4 great shots
Why it makes me happy - a mediocre day capped off by a cherry on top always enhances the mood

Monday, May 04, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3282



HappyUP!!! - reconnecting with Boz
Why it happened - I was thinking about this person
Why it makes me happy - we had a great little exchange


HappyUP!!! - Acorn set up
Why it happened - had a little conundrum
Why it makes me happy - got the bro in...got my regular partner in....all is good. Great time ahead


HappyUP!!! -mowing
Why it happened - it was time
Why it makes me happy - love the transition....and keeping an eye on my experiment

Sunday, May 03, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3281



HappyUP!!! -LAUGHS on the road trip home
Why it happened - I think we were tired
Why it makes me happy - belly hurting laughter is always a HappyUP!!!


HappyUP!!! - Nations Burger
Why it happened - we were hungry
Why it makes me happy - I've never had one of these.   Soooooo glad we went there rather than easier choices. DELICIOUS!!!


HappyUP!!! - walk in the park
Why it happened - needed it
Why it makes me happy - beautiful evening.....perfect Delta Breeze evening for a little stroll

Saturday, May 02, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3280



HappyUP!!! - 5 under par through 12 holes
Why it happened - are you kidding me? ...who knows?
Why it makes me happy - this is as low I have been that deep into a round since I took the game up again 7 years ago (almost to the day).  Perhaps it was an anniversary gift from the golf god's for making that decision long ago. Maybe it was good karma for helping my comrade the other night. Maybe it was a gift to show that, while not this kind of a golfer, I may be a little better than I have been in recent years. Who knows?  I just enjoyed, as weird as it was, the feeling and the moment.


HappyUP!!! - taking home "the cup"
Why it happened - see above
Why it makes me happy - well, it was my first year at this tourney.  I definitely became known amongst many new friends


HappyUP!!! - new friends
Why it happened - see the above
Why it makes me happy - such a great time had with great people

HappyUP!!! - up and down on 18
Why it happened - skills after an ooopsie
Why it makes me happy - I did my best to toss this great round away.  Yet, with a major milestone hanging in the balance, I got that ball down in two from that bunker on 18.....and...then....the RELIEF......and CELEBRATION!!!

Friday, May 01, 2015

HappyUP!!! Day 3279


HappyUP!!! - pool time
Why it happened - a little post round relaxation
Why it makes me happy - meeting and having some fun with some great people


HappyUP!!! - IN IT!!
Why it happened - didn't play my best...but played OK
Why it makes me happy - it will take a good round tomorrow....but I'm in striking distance. It's why we play


HappyUP!!! -  evening soiree
Why it happened - it's part of the tournament
Why it makes me happy - good food and friends....outdoors....lovely weather.  It just doesn't get better

HappyUP!!! - wedge game
Why it happened - who knows
Why it makes me happy - this is a part of my game that used to be a strength but has been elusive for quite awhile. I got some taste of what it WAS today