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.

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

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!

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

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!

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

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

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

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

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

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!

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! 

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

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!

HappyUP!!! Day 3479

HappyUP!!! - coaching

Why it happened - I had it scheduled

Why it makes me happy - another great piece of wisdom picked up on today. FANTASTIC!

HappyUP!!! - NOT sore

Why it happened - who knows

Why it makes me happy - went at it pretty hard yesterday. I was kind of expecting to be in a body cast today....NOPE!

HappyUP!!! - Staples

Why it happened - I stopped there

Why it makes me happy - dude came up to help me.....and was actually VERY helpful!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 3478

HappyUP!!! - rain

Why it happened - it was coming

Why it makes me happy - it was just a beautiful thing

HappyUP!!! - training in the rain

Why it happened - Accuweather wasn't exactly accurate

Why it makes me happy - it didn't matter. I was 4 miles out there. At that point, there is nothing you can do. You embrace it! Glad it didn't last very long...but...if it did....who cares?

HappyUP!!! - new tune

Why it happened - I was noodling

Why it makes me happy - this will be an interesting little ditty to keep working on

HappyUP!!! - Words

Why it happened - a surprise

Why it makes me happy- glad to get a request from an old friend to play a little words with friends

HappyUP!!! Day 3477

HappyUP!!! - strong finish

Why it happened - I have some skills

Why it makes me happy - tough day but a cute flop shot on 16, an impossible bunker up and down on 17, and a couple of blasts followed by a solid wedge on 18 were a happy conclusion

HappyUP!!! - "I was talking to the goat"

Why it happened - my buddy busted this out

Why it makes me happy - this was the best joke I have heard in forever!

HappyUP!!! - 8 miler

Why it happened - motivation

Why it makes me happy - I was cutting it close on this one....but did it anyway. YEAH...I kinda dig that.

HappyUP!!! Day 3476

HappyUP!!! - 6 iron 17

Why it happened - just took it square back on the inside and turned

Why it makes me happy - that baby just floated into the heavens with one destination in it's sight...the pin!  A near ACE!!!

HappyUP!!! - Kindess Day

Why it happened - the world said so

Why it makes me happy - while there was obvious tragedy overseas where the day was not observed, I like the idea of a day like this. 364 more of them and we will have it nailed. It's a start

HappyUP!!! - bank

Why it happened - I made a dash

Why it makes me happy - the teller was delightful and got me right in and out. No waiting. Maximally efficient. Just what I needed

HappyUP!!! Day 3475

HappyUP!!! - sleep

Why it happened - it's getting colder

Why it makes me happy - I absolutely LOVE sleeping in a cool/cold room. I believe that it is healthier too. I know one thing....I sleep soooo much better

HappyUP!!! - 8 straight pars

Why it happened - just got it going

Why it makes me happy - it was kind of a quirky start to the round. No birdies...no bogeys. It's a good kind of bland. I don't know if that is a record for me so I am going to call it one

HappyUP!!! - finding an error on a bill

Why it happened - I looked

Why it makes me happy - hey, $36 is $36. It would be easy to miss this one

HappyUP!!! Day 3474

HappyUP!!! - "one for da road, eh"

Why it happened - I turned an experience into a funny joke

Why it makes me happy - THAT line is going to be around for awhile

HappyUP!!! - hybrid 17

Why it happened - who knows

Why it makes me happy - it was a tough day. It was getting cold. Somehow, I hit the best shot of the round

HappyUP!!! - putt on 18

Why it happened - I got myself in position...and I can roll it

Why it makes me happy - THAT little gem...and then my partner following with one of his home... definitely squared up the match.

HappyUP!!! Day 3473

HappyUP!!! - best evaluator

Why it happened - I was voted

Why it makes me happy - it wasn't the winning...it was that I won without doing any sugar coating. Our member delivered but he can do so much MORE!

HappyUP!!! - Eric

Why it happened - a guest

Why it makes me happy - this dude was FUNNY!!! I love it when the guest will play the game and then wins best tabletopics

HappyUP!!! - kicked up the training

Why it happened - I got a wild hair

Why it makes me happy - I went 50% farther than I said I would at the new pace. THAT is the mindset that reminded me of a younger me

HappyUP!!! - 3 birdies

Why it happened - some shots...some putting

Why it makes me happy- birdies are the name of the game...especially today's game...nice to get a trio and some dough

HappyUP!!! Day 3472

HappyUP!!! - MORE rain

Why it happened - weather

Why it makes me happy - keep it coming and I will keep dancing in the puddles

HappyUP!!! -  reading

Why it happened - rainy day

Why it makes me happy - I had some other plans....this was a good substitute

HappyUP!!! - 4 miler

Why it happened - rain broke up

Why it makes me happy - I could have skipped this one. It was a shorty but I got it in when I could. Motivation and goals are good

HappyUP!!! Day 3471

HappyUP!!! - waking up to rain

Why it happened - weather

Why it makes me happy - there was no better way to start off this lazy Sunday morning then to open the shades to a nice cozy rain

HappyUP!!! - "one for da road, eh?"

Why it happened - the reception

Why it makes me happy - if you have never been to a Sikh wedding event, you HAVE to go. I could list 10 HappyUP!!!'s about this one event

HappyUP!!! - a little detour on way home

Why it happened - it was requested

Why it makes me happy - what a great way for us to kill an hour or so and add to our trip

HappyUP!!! - rain

Why it happened - weather

Why it makes me happy- we NEEEEEEEED it! Got a nice dousing today

HappyUP!!! Day 3470

HappyUP!!! - departure/arrival

Why it happened - it's a road trip

Why it makes me happy - left on time...arrived on time

HappyUP!!! - doing my best

Why it happened - I work on that

Why it makes me happy - there is NO feeling like knowing you did your best

HappyUP!!! - accomodations

Why it happened - road trip

Why it makes me happy - great room for the situation

HappyUP!!! Day 3469

HappyUP!!! - made a pickup

Why it happened - got out my feet

Why it makes me happy - all ready to go

HappyUP!!! - golfing

Why it happened - I do that

Why it makes me happy - super group today

HappyUP!!! - weather

Why it happened - who knows

Why it makes me happy - what a perfect fall day

HappyUP!!! Day 3468

HappyUP!!! - car handled

Why it happened - got plans

Why it makes me happy - always great to get a bit of a questionable task checked off the list

HappyUP!!! - unexpected golf

Why it happened - I got called

Why it makes me happy - I got things done early which opened up the opportunity

HappyUP!!! - all plans finalized

Why it happened - anticipation

Why it makes me happy - love the good times coming ahead

HappyUP!!! - eagle on 18

Why it happened - a striped 9 iron

Why it makes me happy- it isn't often that I get an eagle. This little shot from 135 yards never left the flagstick from the time it was slapped.  Then...when it KERPLUNKED....HappyUP!!! THAT shot will earn one a few geeters as well.

HappyUP!!! Day 3467

HappyUP!!! - my hygenist

Why it happened - it was that time

Why it makes me happy - always enjoy the visit. Great suggestions

HappyUP!!! - my other hygenist

Why it happened - had to check future appointment

Why it makes me happy - she is an absolute crack up

HappyUP!!! - bread

Why it happened - I received a gift

Why it makes me happy - paleo pumpkin bread...who knew it would be so good?...and I don't really even care much for pumpkin!

HappyUP!!! - getting some confirmation

Why it happened - it came up

Why it makes me happy- it's helpful/gratifying to know that the old intuitions are still firmly intact

HappyUP!!! Day 3466

HappyUP!!! - a guest

Why it happened - he returned

Why it makes me happy - he must have liked what he saw. Looking forward to this kid rocking the house

HappyUP!!! - sushi 

Why it happened - I was invited

Why it makes me happy - haven't done that in awhile....too long

HappyUP!!! - birdie 6/hybrid 8

Why it happened - two good shots

Why it makes me happy - THOSE were the shots that made back ALL of my money today. Love to get a little win

HappyUP!!! Day 3465

HappyUP!!! - rain

Why it happened - who knows

Why it makes me happy - we got nearly an inch. We will be taking every swallow we can get

HappyUP!!! - getting in 9 in

Why it happened - I hustled out to the streets

Why it makes me happy - the rain held off....and I took advantage to stay on track

HappyUP!!! - veteranarian

Why it happened - a little accident

Why it makes me happy - they got us in and out....everyone is well now

HappyUP!!! Day 3464

HappyUP!!! - golf

Why it happened - rain let up

Why it makes me happy - didn't get to play yesterday...didn't look like I was playing today. The rain cooperated and we played in 3 hours

HappyUP!!! - birdie 9

Why it happened - a very nice iron shot

Why it makes me happy - I don't birdie this bad boy very often. It always feels like an accomplishment

HappyUP!!! - family party

Why it happened - it was a birthday

Why it makes me happy - always great times to get the entire clan together