HappyUP!!! Day 3370

HappyUP!!! - meeting new member

Why it happened - he needed a game

Why it makes me happy - we had room...nice guy...may be able to use his services

HappyUP!!! - Sutter Club

Why it happened - I was invited

Why it makes me happy - great dinner....interesting venue

HappyUP!!! - rooftop boxing

Why it happened - I was invited

Why it makes me happy - what a GREAT venue to watch some amateur boxing! Lots of fun!

HappyUP!!! Day 3369

HappyUP!!! - gimmie birdie on 1

Why it happened - a really cute wedge

Why it makes me happy - is there a better way to start?

HappyUP!!! - gimmie birdie on 4

Why it happened - a lovely little pitch shot

Why it makes me happy - a guy could get used to these gimmie birdies

HappyUP!!! - WILD birdie on 18

Why it happened - a little luck...a little skill

Why it makes me happy - ...OK....a LOT of Luck. BUT, we all ended up pushing for the day so it worked out well.

HappyUP!!! - Big Mike joining
Why it happened - he needed a back 9 game
Why it makes me happy - always love playing with this guy

HappyUP!!! Day 3368

HappyUP!!! - helping a friend

Why it happened - I had an idea

Why it makes me happy - helping others always ranks high on my list

HappyUP!!! - chat with Big Jack

Why it happened - I was wondering something

Why it makes me happy - OK....I now KNOW where to go for more clarity

HappyUP!!! - wedge to 1

Why it happened - been working on this

Why it makes me happy - while it didn't work out as perfectly as I thought it would, it was a gorgeous little hold off wedge.

HappyUP!!! Day 3367

HappyUP!!! - setting up

Why it happened - it's Tuesday

Why it makes me happy - I couldn't stay for the meeting....but I was able to still serve

HappyUP!!! - my partners

Why it happened - Lads and Lassies

Why it makes me happy - we had a great time in this mixed event. My partners did a HECK of a job

HappyUP!!! - new shirt

Why it happened - new arrivals

Why it makes me happy - I like the shirt...my future partners won't....but I do!!! LOL

HappyUP!!! Day 3366

HappyUP!!! - inspecting the property

Why it happened - it was finally time

Why it makes me happy - OK....I now KNOW exactly what I am dealing with

HappyUP!!! -  time with Fred

Why it happened - had an appointment

Why it makes me happy - got some great information

HappyUP!!! - Conversation....NOT

Why it happened - it actually didn't happen

Why it makes me happy - sometimes you learn things more when things don't happen than when they do

HappyUP!!! - Bro Time
Why it happened - getting ready to do a deal
Why it makes me  happy - always good to be working on a project and spending time with bro

HappyUP!!! Day 3365

HappyUP!!! - Getting the deal

Why it happened - I asked and was prepared

Why it makes me happy - I may have misunderstood the fine print.  I would have been disappointed if I didn't get "the deal" but I would have understood and been OK with it

HappyUP!!! - Dom Convo

Why it happened - he was on the road

Why it makes me happy - glad to hear that the move went even better than expected.  Serendipity's are ALWAYS a HappyUP!!!

HappyUP!!! - Flank Steak

Why it happened - I bought some

Why it makes me happy - hadn't had this in a long time.....and....YEAH! (plus I have leftovers)

HappyUP!!! Day 3364

HappyUP!!! - order arrived early

Why it happened - who knows

Why it makes me happy - the big box store may be employing my old favorite, "under promise, over deliver"? If so, it worked....I'm impressed

HappyUP!!! - breaking even

Why it happened - lots of bad golf

Why it makes me happy - some days, it is only right that no monetization happens

HappyUP!!! - Sharknado 3

Why it happened - it was on tonite

Why it makes me happy - it was so campy...I guess the real HappyUP!!! is that there will be a Sharknado 4!

HappyUP!!! Day 3363

HappyUP!!! - Largos on 4

Why it happened - partner and I all over it

Why it makes me happy - sent a little message over the bow there

HappyUP!!! - Largos on 18

Why it happened - it was crunch time

Why it makes me happy - we performed....both of us...when we needed to. It would have been nice to make the putt(s) but we kept what could have been a huge loss to a minimum

HappyUP!!! - Opponent play

Why it happened - who knows

Why it makes me happy - good to see TC throw down a net 67.....yeah....I would be happier if he would have done it as my partner....but it was great to see

HappyUP!!! Day 3362

HappyUP!!! - GREAT MATCH

Why it happened - a rare Thursday game

Why it makes me happy - while no one was in peak form....no one was far off....which led to an exciting game today

HappyUP!!! - GREAT COMPANY

Why it happened - see above

Why it makes me happy - it was just an all around great group today

HappyUP!!! - Tour stage

Why it happened - it's all on right now

Why it makes me happy - just loving on the Tour De this year!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 3361

HappyUP!!! - day off

Why it happened - outside tournament

Why it makes me happy - good day to get some stuff done

HappyUP!!! - Printer find

Why it happened - I went searching

Why it makes me happy - what was "out of stock" in store is now available on line

HappyUP!!! - Fab Burger

Why it happened - I put it together

Why it makes me happy - it has been great to put together burgers at home....that have some special touches to them....with virtually no waistline worries

HappyUP!!! Day 3360

HappyUP!!! - Practice

Why it happened -needed it

Why it makes me happy - picked up the scent...I'm on the trail to getting it back

HappyUP!!! - spotting a deal on printer return

Why it happened - looked at the find print

Why it makes me happy - I am going to kill two birds with one stone on this situation.  

HappyUP!!! - Toastmasters

Why it happened - it's Tuesday

Why it makes me happy - we had a solid meeting today....I also was honored to spend some quality mentoring/advice time with one of our members

HappyUP!!! Day 3359

Don't mess with me! I WILL get ya!

HappyUP!!! - the OPEN

Why it happened - it happens every year

Why it makes me happy - THIS was one EXCITING golf tournament. It would have been nice to see CLASS ACT Spieth win....and he hung in there....but it was GREAT to see CLASS ACT Zach Johnson win as well.

HappyUP!!! - "ya gotta vent the oven"

Why it happened - talk on Doctors regarding showering

Why it makes me happy - cracked me up when one of the women docs made that statement!

HappyUP!!! - sneaking in a truck wash

Why it happened - got a crack of time

Why it makes me happy - it was OVERDUE

HappyUP!!! Day 3358

HappyUP!!! - Giants win

Why it happened - some big hits and good pitching

Why it makes me happy - humm baby!!! THAT is how to start the second half....with a little sweep of the D-Backs!

HappyUP!!!  - burger save 

Why it happened - propane ran out

Why it makes me happy - glad I have a range to finish off that delectable little meal

HappyUP!!! - phone call

Why it happened - I made it

Why it makes me happy - I learned a lot from what happened

HappyUP!!! - round 3 done

Why it happened - just a ton of delays

Why it makes me happy- it looks like MONDAY FUN at the OPEN.  I can't wait for the finish!

HappyUP!!! Day 3357

HappyUP!!! - recovery 18

Why it happened - skills

Why it makes me happy - hit a great putt....could have been a fabulous par.....but....sometimes a bogey works

HappyUP!!!  - JB 

Why it happened - the rotation

Why it makes me happy - haven't played with this guy in awhile....always a pleasure

HappyUP!!! - Hole In ONE

Why it happened - I guess the lady hit a great shot

Why it makes me happy - I got a free libation for her efforts...and a congrats to her....for her THIRD Ace! (yeah...while happy....I'm still looking for number 2)

HappyUP!!! Day 3356

HappyUP!!! - my partner

Why it happened - he had it going for awhile

Why it makes me happy - good to watch a great front 9....yeah....he kind of lost it on the back...but..

HappyUP!!! - Giants win

Why it happened - rest did them well

Why it makes me happy - it's time for the second half of season to start

HappyUP!!! - birie on 16

Why it happened - a nice little wedge

Why it makes me happy - it came when it was needed

HappyUP!!! Day 3355

HappyUP!!! - Comcast

Why it happened - I called them

Why it makes me happy - problem solved....and all....and I mean ALL my connections are up to date. The dude was thorough!!!

HappyUP!!! - The OPEN

Why it happened - it's a tradition

Why it makes me happy - I LOVE a major championship. We are off and running

HappyUP!!! - The TOUR

Why it happened - it's that time of year

Why it makes me happy - today was an epic...and brutal race. Just loved it!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 3354

HappyUP!!! - birdie 1

Why it happened - just great shots

Why it makes me happy - it's always super to get off to a hot start

HappyUP!!! - par on 2

Why it happened - a couple of nice shots

Why it makes me happy - I was on a roll

HappyUP!!! - bogey on 18

Why it happened - a bit of scrambling

Why it makes me happy - sometimes....a bogey works as wll as a birdie on the closing hole!

HappyUP!!! Day 3353

HappyUP!!! - Comcast call

Why it happened - wanted to check it out

Why it makes me happy - they are going to get tech out lickety split!!!

HappyUP!!! - Tomato give away

Why it happened - I had them on board

Why it makes me happy - the person I gave them to was MOST appreciative

HappyUP!!! - getting to bottom of printer issue

Why it happened - I asked for help

Why it makes me happy - sometimes....it is better to ask for help....even if it costs you a few

HappyUP!! Day 3352

HappyUP!!! - x-ray

Why it happened - I was referred

Why it makes me happy - I just happened to be in the area. I popped into the radiology department.  There appeared to be a pretty large crowd in the waiting area. I was in and out in less than 30 minutes!

HappyUP!!! - the bank 

Why it happened - I bank

Why it makes me happy - in and out in NO TIME!!!

HappyUP!!! - Home Run Derby

Why it happened - change of format

Why it makes me happy - I usually don't watch this snoooooozefest! MLB got the hint. They changed it into a timed, tournament format. It was actually exciting and ran right on schedule! GREAT CHANGE!

HappyUP!!! Day 3351

HappyUP!!! - birdie on 4

Why it happened - 3 good shots and a putt

Why it makes me happy - I rolled that putt so well! Yes, you can make putts....but....when you roll one just right, it's a special deal

HappyUP!!! - largos

Why it happened - wedge work

Why it makes me happy - I would have been happier (and richer) had I converted these to birdies....but at least I gave myself a chance

HappyUP!!! - pizza

Why it happened - I was hungry

Why it makes me happy - I don't do the pie very often.  I probably won't do it again for awhile.  Today?....it just seemed right

HappyUP!!! Day 3350

HappyUP!!! - Mini-Invitational

Why it happened - our club organizes events

Why it makes me happy - tournament day always brings a special ambiance

HappyUP!!! - a day with the bro

Why it happened - see the above

Why it makes me happy - I am so lucky to get to spend quality time with my brother in situations like this. Pinch me!

HappyUP!!! - winning ticket

Why it happened - our friend played great

Why it makes me happy - cashing that ticket made the entire day a TREMENDOUS bargain!!!

HappyUP!!! - weather

Why it happened - who knows

Why it makes me happy- the above day would have been brutal had it hit 100....which it easily can this time of year.  Not even close this year.

HappyUP!!! Day 3349

HappyUP!!! - getting a little win

Why it happened - played decently

Why it makes me happy - haven't been burning it up exactly as of late. Nice time for things to be turning around

HappyUP!!! - dinner with the couples

Why it happened - it was a Friday night

Why it makes me happy - spur of the moment.....I was hanging out...got invited.....salmon was delicious. The company was even better

HappyUP!!! - BIG Giants

Why it happened - who knows

Why it makes me happy - just hope they saved some runs for the weekend. In the meantime, it's a win!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 3348

HappyUP!!! - a little sleep make up

Why it happened - I'm retired

Why it makes me happy - had a rough nite with what is going on. I am so blessed to have the luxury to "lay it down and take it easy".....would have HATED having to go to the office today

HappyUP!!! - seeing the nephew

Why it happened - he stopped by

Why it makes me happy - always enjoy his visits

HappyUP!!! - getting caught up

Why it happened - I had some energy

Why it makes me happy - accomplishment will always reign as a supreme HappyUP!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 3347

HappyUP!!! - 5 iron recovery 11

Why it happened - I got some skills

Why it makes me happy - been having some trouble with the "hard hook".....it used to be a no brainer. Put that puppy on the green today

HappyUP!!! - WAH!!

Why it happened - I invited him

Why it makes me happy - always great to have this guy out

HappyUP!!! - diagnosis

Why it happened - had the doc with me

Why it makes me happy - no big deal....kinda a "take two aspirin and call me in the morning kind of thing"....which is FINE by me!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 3346

HappyUP!!! -LambBQ

Why it happened - saw a recipe

Why it makes me happy - saw it.....went out and bought....assembled...chilled...grilled....BAM!!!

HappyUP!!! - sharing the above

Why it happened - no show on a pickup

Why it makes me happy - neighbors LOVED it

HappyUP!!! - fabulous meeting

Why it happened - Toastmasters

Why it makes me happy - it's the dog days of summer.....GREAT turnout and participation today

HappyUP!!! Day 3345

HappyUP!!! - Still reveling

Why it happened - big night last night

Why it makes me happy - that US Women's Soccer deal still has the juices flowing

HappyUP!!! - power walk

Why it happened - I do that

Why it makes me happy - everything is feeling great

HappyUP!!! - tomatoes

Why it happened - I grow them

Why it makes me happy - I may not be getting a lot per plant...but I have enough per plant

HappyUP!!! Day 3344

HappyUP!!! - last nite/day with my girl

Why it happened - I was asked to do a favor

Why it makes me happy - I love doing favors.....especially when I love the favor more than doing the favor

HappyUP!!! - cute lil chip on 11 

Why it happened - my second shot ran out

Why it makes me happy - this one took a little skill......it was tricky....a little 9 iron stood straight up so heel of club is clear of the ground....give it a little pop....BAM....gimmie par

HappyUP!!! - 3 wood on 7

Why it happened - just got on it

Why it makes me happy - a guy shouldn't have a 3 wood into 7...well....unless the wind is blowing hard on the drive...AND against on the second shot.  Got that puppy within 20 feet of the pin.

HappyUP!!! - US Women Soccer

Why it happened - they are damn good

Why it makes me happy - I would have preferred a more exciting game.....BUT....it was clear...those ladies got better and better and better with EVERY game. Their best game was tonite

HappyUP!!! Day 3343

HappyUP!!! -brekko

Why it happened -I was invited

Why it makes me happy -who doesn't love a little Buddy breakfast?

HappyUP!!! - Looking good

Why it happened -4th of July

Why it makes me happy - hey.....nothing wrong with wearing an "outfit." I wasn't the only one. Loved seeing it all around me

HappyUP!!! - pickin the sticker

Why it happened - I had a thorn in my paw

Why it makes me happy - my goodness....I couldn't find this pesky dude.  When I finally found "this sword" and extracted it.....ahhhhhhhhh.....instant relief

HappyUP!!! - big win

Why it happened - mostly due to my partner

Why it makes me happy- SOMEBODY just moved up BIG TIME in Partner of the Year standings

HappyUP!!! Day 3342

HappyUP!!! - rain

Why it happened - who knows

Why it makes me happy - won't help our situation here in California...but....it was such a capricious little thunderstorm.....it just made me happy

HappyUP!!! - rules call

Why it happened - it's golf

Why it makes me happy - I don't need to be right.....but I REALLY hate to be wrong. The rules of golf are complicated.  We don't play on a even, confined, and level playing surface like every other sport. Therefore, the rules are more expansive. I got it right today....no cheating involved

HappyUP!!! - wedge to 14

Why it happened - touch of skill

Why it makes me happy - I took "the bigger wedge and flighted it"....in other words...it was a "touch shot".....and one that I often fail at.  I darn near holed it out and got the gimmie birdie.  Golf clap...golf clap...golf clap

HappyUP!!! Day 3341

HappyUP!!! - Walk

Why it happened - NEEDED IT

Why it makes me happy - I blasted that one out tonite....and felt GREAT for doing so

HappyUP!!! - Chat with "Mom"

Why it happened - I picked up the phone

Why it makes me happy - my goodness.......we laughed so hard....even a tear was shed (on my end)...just a feel good convo

HappyUP!!! - Carolinas

Why it happened - got a care package

Why it makes me happy - haven't had the combo in a long time.....probably shouldn't....but...it was absolutely delicious

HappyUP!!! Day 3340

HappyUP!!! - prawns

Why it happened -didn't use them all Monday

Why it makes me happy - letting those crustaceans marinate for a day and a half in the fridge was THE TICKET! It was also good to let the sauce thicken a bit

HappyUP!!! - NOT GOLFING

Why it happened - HEAT

Why it makes me happy - yeah....I bagged on it today....with NO REGRET. People ask me how I beat the heat.  It's a simple answer.....STAY OUT OF IT!!!

HappyUP!!! - JJ at the store

Why it happened - he works there

Why it makes me happy - known this guy forever.....been awhile since I chatted with him.