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