HappyUP!!! Day 4063

HappyUP!!! - partner gimmie birdie from 210 yards

Why it happened - he NUTTED that one

Why it makes me happy - hey, from 210, I would be overjoyed to see my partner get a par.....but a birdie?....let alone it was one where we walked up to the green and could see he didn't have to putt?  Yeah....that OVERJOYED me today!!!

HappyUP!!! - hold off 9 iron 15

Why it happened - skills

Why it makes me happy - this is the best little shot....if you can pull it off. Today, I did.  I just LOVE this shot.  It's elegant, looks cool in the air as it's "flighted a bit," ....it's like looking at a piece of art

HappyUP!!! - winning

Why it happened - a comeback

Why it makes me happy - it was only a dollar....but it was better than losing what we were behind by...and...a W is a W....all day long!!!

HappyUP!!! - rain

Why it happened - who knows? It's the last day of May

Why it makes me happy - a bittersweet HappyUP!!! I love great weather...but I love some rain too.. and it will likely be a long time before we see it again.

HappyUP!!! -Day 4062

HappyUP!!! - Bonnie stepped up

Why it happened - it was day after a holiday

Why it makes me happy - we sometimes can have a challenge after a 3 day weekend....this member overcame a lot of the tides floating against us. Great Meeting!!!

HappyUP!!! - laundry

Why it happened -kicked my own fanny

Why it makes me happy - sometimes it piles up (even for me). I knocked it all out and that makes me feel great!!!

HappyUP!!! - super walk

Why it happened - just couldn't resist

Why it makes me happy - the weather was nice...my mood was up...and I went...and went...and went!

HappyUP!!! Day 4061

HappyUP!!! - spaghetti pie

Why it happened - I tried a new menu

Why it makes me happy - HEY!!!...this stuff was as killer as it was billed to be! Just look at the title.... THAT is a HappyUP!!! in itself!

HappyUP!!! - near ace 5

Why it happened - skillz

Why it makes me happy - it's a special treat when one gets to watch a shot and one thinks, "maybe? ...Maybe?....MAYBE??!!??" It is a moment of thrill

HappyUP!!! - great score...but got nothing

Why it happened - skillz

Why it makes me happy - a round where you scored OK...but could have been nothing but better... has a bittersweetness to it that is hard to describe. If one strings enough of these, a great score is just waiting to happen. 

HappyUP!!! - Memorial Day

Why it happened - we do this

Why it makes me happy- while Dad and Mom were in my thoughts, it was the weather that I was taken aback by....FABULOUS

HappyUP!!! Day 4060

HappyUP!!! - Birthday Party

Why it happened -I have a neice

Why it makes me happy - great time with the family

HappyUP!!! - Kelly and Julie (Buffy)

Why it happened -party

Why it makes me happy - it was great visiting with these young ladies....very funny

HappyUP!!! - Mason in the pool

Why it happened - he's NEW

Why it makes me happy - fun watching all the "kids" play with Mason (my 1 year old grand nephew) slapping it around in the pool.  He was a BIG hit!

HappyUP!!! Day 4059

HappyUP!!! - Largo 15...Largo/Birdie 17

Why it happened - had to step it up

Why it makes me happy - I was in with the big boys today...than means birdies and birdie opportunities were a must. I stepped it up

HappyUP!!! - winning a nice sum

Why it happened -  see above

Why it makes me happy - hey...winning ain't everything, but it sure beats losing!!!

HappyUP!!! -watching those balls fly

Why it happened - Robs and Stephen

Why it makes me happy - I used to hit it farther than today....but NEVER anything like what these guys do.  It's fun (and funny at times) watching these dudes go after it.  Hitting far is GREAT...but when it ain't STRAIGHT...them boys are gonna be LATE (as in late to the green). 

HappyUP!!! Day 4058

HappyUP!!! - Chipper

Why it happened - I went to grocery

Why it makes me happy - how great was it running in to Chip B!...and that he recognized me after all these years. Love this guy! We did a bit of hanging out MANY moons ago. Im so happy on how things have worked out for him.

HappyUP!!! - SmartNFinal

Why it happened - I needed groceries

Why it makes me happy -I walked right through that picket line! I LOVE doing that.  SnF is non-union...which is their choice.  I've never been big on people being able to loiter on the property of the people they are picketing.

HappyUP!!! -Propane run

Why it happened - I was out

Why it makes me happy - not my favorite chore...I don't know why....it's not that big of a deal...but it is one I can easily put off. I didn't today and it actually went a lot faster than usual!

HappyUP!!! Day 4057

HappyUP!!! - Giants heading home

Why it happened - the schedule

Why it makes me happy - they need to because they are tired and sucking on that road trip.  A little rest would do them good

HappyUP!!! - gardening

Why it happened - it's veggie time

Why it makes me happy - it's not my favorite thing to do...but it's a favorite thing to HAVE DONE. Got some handle on the weeds in the tomato bins today.

HappyUP!!! - kept communique on the low down

Why it happened - I do this sometimes

Why it makes me happy - I shut down all talking modes today.  I did see a text/e-mail or two but really kept things to myself today.  I like doing that a couple of times a month.

HappyUP!!! Day 4056

HappyUP!!! - helping out a buddy

Why it happened - I do that

Why it makes me happy - just blessed to be in a position to do this

HappyUP!!! - the good doctor

Why it happened - golf and friends

Why it makes me happy - LOVE playing with this guy...had a great time on the course today

HappyUP!!! - Barry Manilow

Why it happened - I was watching TV

Why it makes me happy -OK...he can be a bit schmaltzy....but there is nothing I can do about it...he is a piece of fabric in the tapestry of my life! I hadn't seen/heard of this guy in ages.  I got a good smile on when he popped up on the boob tube today

HappyUP!!! Day 4055

HappyUP!!! - Toni TT

Why it happened - Toastmasters

Why it makes me happy - this newer member just killed it today! She was awesome

HappyUP!!! - delivering

Why it happened -Toastmasters

Why it makes me happy - gave a great presentation on the 5 Love Languages.  It really came out well

HappyUP!!! - Voice Finale

Why it happened - I had recorded it

Why it makes me happy - I don't watch this show often...too many commercials. The DVR took care of that and I caught that fabulous final performance tonight

HappyUP!!! Day 4054

HappyUP!!! - Speech Together

Why it happened - deadline

Why it makes me happy - this one came out of nowhere. It's going to be a good one

HappyUP!!! - Laurel B birthday

Why it happened - we all have them

Why it makes me happy - it was fun wishing my distant pal well. We got some good chuckles!

HappyUP!!! - C Woods work

Why it happened - I take coaching

Why it makes me happy - got some great help today. I/m getting back on track

HappyUP!!! Day 4053

HappyUP!!! - Sunday Golf

Why it happened - there was an opening

Why it makes me happy - I don't usually do this one....but today was a great day for an exception

HappyUP!!! - riding

Why it happened - felt a little tired

Why it makes me happy - it was nice to put the feet up and just relax today

HappyUP!!! - the mix

Why it happened - Spotify

Why it makes me happy - I had a GREAT burn going on today....really uplifted the mood

HappyUP!!! Day 4052

HappyUP!!! - the A/C unit

Why it happened - it's that time of year

Why it makes me happy - I did a little bit of the maintenance on it. It's working great. Ready for summer

HappyUP!!! - chip in's

Why it happened - skills

Why it makes me happy - chipped in on 11...and on 4....and nearly did it again on 9.  It's weird to chip in twice in one round. Opponents rarely care for one chip in...two ticks them off.....three would have been FABULOUSLY funny

HappyUP!!! - friends

Why it happened - was in good places today

Why it makes me happy - got a $$$$ win with Jimmy G....the $$$$ came out of B's pocket....and a good friend swung by the house later! Nice day

HappyUP!!! Day 4051

HappyUP!!! - the Dean-O-Holics

Why it happened - they were playing

Why it makes me happy - that was a hoot!...and I didn't have to pay for it. Just caught them as a sideline at the club. Fun!

HappyUP!!! - the E's

Why it happened - they were dining

Why it makes me happy -....and invited me to join in.  Great food and company

HappyUP!!! - Kev M

Why it happened - he came to dinner

Why it makes me happy - hadn't seen this dude in awhile. GREAT seeing this guy and spending time

HappyUP!!! Day 4050

HappyUP!!! - GREAT TV

Why it happened - lazy day

Why it makes me happy - watched some great things today. I caught an interesting NatGeo piece that really stood out

HappyUP!!! - Super Invite

Why it happened - I was thought of

Why it makes me happy - WOW!!! I have something new to look forward to!!!

HappyUP!!! - yard work

Why it happened - lazy day

Why it makes me happy - OK...this wasn't the lazy part of my lazy day.....felt great to get this stuff DONE!

HappyUP!!! Day 4049

HappyUP!!! - Jury Duty done

Why it happened - I called in

Why it makes me happy - I fulfilled my civic duty. I actually would have like to have gone in. Didn't have to this time...which is good too

HappyUP!!! - Clyde Fixed

Why it happened - I got a part

Why it makes me happy - I am back in business with my mobile buddy

HappyUP!!! - wedge to 18

Why it happened - I got skills

Why it makes me happy - a nice STUFF on the last hole...kind of like a walk off homer!

HappyUP!!! Day 4048

HappyUP!!! - T joined

Why it happened - she likes us

Why it makes me happy - a new member is always a cause for celebration for a myriad of reasons

HappyUP!!! - Todd Rundgren sitting in

Why it happened - guest performances

Why it makes me happy - loved hearing him playing "Hello It's Me" with the Roots. TR is one of my faves

HappyUP!!! - friendly visit

Why it happened - my buddy stopped by

Why it makes me happy - we had a great time...fun...fun...fun

HappyUP!!! Day 4047

HappyUP!!! - Maxine Waters

Why it happened - I caught her on the tube

Why it makes me happy - that woman is such an idiot...don't ask me why it makes me happy to see her blather non-sense. It really shouldn't. It should infuriate me but it just makes me laugh

HappyUP!!! - adding to the Jam

Why it happened -Spotify

Why it makes me happy - I got a great thing going here

HappyUP!!! - text from friend

Why it happened - I was thought of

Why it makes me happy - hey....I have an event coming up!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 4046

HappyUP!!! - FOUND?....camera stand

Why it happened - I wasn't looking

Why it makes me happy - don't you love it when you come across something that you may need? You KNOW that feeling. It's awesome

HappyUP!!! - flower time

Why it happened -it's Mother's Day

Why it makes me happy - my mom is long gone....but not everyone's is....and I love making this delivery as I KNOW a huge smile will erupt

HappyUP!!! - helped out a buddy

Why it happened - I do that

Why it makes me happy - I went a bit out of my way...OK...a lot out of my way. No big deal. It's what you do. It's what makes you human! That always feels good

HappyUP!!! Day 4045

HappyUP!!! - Spotify upgrade

Why it happened - I needed to

Why it makes me happy - this is great for a lot of reasons

HappyUP!!! - Forbidden Rice

Why it happened - I dug it out

Why it makes me happy - I forgot I had this stuff....I will be hitting this a bunch in the future. LOVE the texture and what you can make with it

HappyUP!!! - putt on 18

Why it happened - I can putt

Why it makes me happy - it's the cap on the day...a GREAT ball striking day...it's the MONEY hole...and it feels great to finish on the highest of notes

HappyUP!!! Day 4044

HappyUP!!! - E Sharpe

Why it happened - a guest

Why it makes me happy - a really nice guy to play with...got good info

HappyUP!!! - No J-duty Monday

Why it happened - I called in

Why it makes me happy - I really don't mind jury duty....it is a responsibility that we have. Monday, however, would have been a bad day for it. Glad to be relieved

HappyUP!!! - wedge salad

Why it happened - I was hungry

Why it makes me happy - that little puppy REALLY hit the spot tonight

HappyUP!!! Day 4043

HappyUP!!! - Mason

Why it happened - he was in the hood

Why it makes me happy - LOVE IT when my little grand nephew comes and visits my park. So much energy! (HIM...not me!!!)

HappyUP!!! - Jumbo Jack

Why it happened - I was hungry

Why it makes me happy - I don't do fast food often...especially burgers. I hadn't had one of these gems in forever. It was FABULOUSLY indulgent!

HappyUP!!! - Acorn Partner secured

Why it happened - I asked my bro

Why it makes me happy - hey....even if we stink...we will have fun!

HappyUP!!! Day 4042

HappyUP!!! - partner's fine play

Why it happened - he can do it

Why it makes me happy - that 78 that Tom C threw at them today was a money MAKER

HappyUP!!! - chat with a good friend

Why it happened - I get thought of

Why it makes me happy - it was nice to do a bit of catchup. Put a smile on my face

HappyUP!!! - chip on 17

Why it happened - I got skills

Why it makes me happy - this was a TOUGH one.....and I darn near holed it out for birdie! The unlikely par came at a great time!

HappyUP!!! Day 4041

HappyUP!!! - David the TM

Why it happened - he showed up

Why it makes me happy - this guy did a great job. He's been a little MIA as of late. He came in today and did a bang up job

HappyUP!!! - guest

Why it happened - we are attractive

Why it makes me happy - another new member will soon be around for us to play with

HappyUP!!! - Tupp Time

Why it happened - we ran across each other

Why it makes me happy - great spending some time with this dude. Learned something!

HappyUP!!! Day 4040

HappyUP!!! - Gardening

Why it happened - I was gone a few days

Why it makes me happy - I don't usually like to weed...but...for some odd reason...today....I did!

HappyUP!!! - GolfTec

Why it happened - I get schooled

Why it makes me happy - got some well needed advice today. This is EXACTLY what I need to work on.

HappyUP!!! - a new "lick"

Why it happened - I was noodling

Why it makes me happy - picking up a little something new on the geetar is always a fun little thing

HappyUP!!! Day 4039

HappyUP!!! - Leaving Early

Why it happened - we planned on it

Why it makes me happy - no traffic...might have exceeded the speed limit at times....nice to have a full day at home ahead of me

HappyUP!!! - windshield time

Why it happened - I drove back with a bud

Why it makes me happy - THOSE are the BEST kinds of conversations

HappyUP!!! - happy cat

Why it happened - I returned

Why it makes me happy - P usually punishes me for abandoning her for a few days (oh, STOP!...she gets fed and scooped). She popped right out after I got home.

HappyUP!!! Day 4038

HappyUP!!! - Low Net

Why it happened - I didn't play as bad as everyone else

Why it makes me happy - got $150....and SURVIVED that cold and wind

HappyUP!!! - getting done

Why it happened - we hurried

Why it makes me happy - THAT was a TOUGH weather day on the links.  I couldn't get done fast enough

HappyUP!!! - Hot Tub

Why it happened - we had one

Why it makes me happy - great times with the guys and gals all getting warm in the jets!

HappyUP!!! Day 4037

HappyUP!!! - Brusa Golf

Why it happened - I compete

Why it makes me happy - lots of fun...even if it was WINDY...with my buds as we swung away in Carmel

HappyUP!!! - Nap

Why it happened - I was tired

Why it makes me happy - got me ready for the evening festivities

HappyUP!!! - evening festivities

Why it happened - it's hopping an popping

Why it makes me happy - lots of fun in the pub tonight!

HappyUP!!! -

Why it happened -

Why it makes me happy-

HappyUP!!! Day 4036

HappyUP!!! - great ride

Why it happened - I set it up

Why it makes me happy - I didn't have to drive!

HappyUP!!! - bed early

Why it happened - discipline

Why it makes me happy - hey...this is wild crowd...I don't need to do that

HappyUP!!! - nap

Why it happened - see above

Why it makes me happy - I LOVE having fun....but...at some times...a nap is fun! Today was one of those times

HappyUP!!! Day 4035

HappyUP!!! - Gmac ACE

Why it happened - he knocked it in the hole

Why it makes me happy - he was my partner...times two....you don't understand this..but...it's a lot of dots...and a lot of money (OK...it's a relative lot of money)...but...it's fun when you are on the good side of it.  PLUS...I am happy for my buddy...a Hole In One!!!

HappyUP!!! - birdie 5

Why it happened - nice shot and putt

Why it makes me happy - this is easiest hole on the course...I regularly bogey it (or worse). It's a great day...ANY day when I conquer this "laydown" hole

HappyUP!!! - craftiness

Why it happened - I got skills

Why it makes me happy - I pitched...putted...hybrid "chipped",,,I threw out my entire "bag of tricks" to scrap out that 79 t0day....to contribute to my partner's ACE today.....and...got a HUGE win

HappyUP!!! Day 4034

HappyUP!!! - Evap Cooler

Why it happened - I got on the roof

Why it makes me happy - I did some handyman stuff. Nope...didn't fix it today...but figured out the problem

HappyUP!!! - 2 icebreakers

Why it happened - Toastmasters

Why it makes me happy - love transparency....just love the lab we have going on

HappyUP!!! - Tupp meeting

Why it happened - it was an after golf thing

Why it makes me happy - we talked about man things....love those talks

HappyUP!!! Day 4033

HappyUP!!! - Dustin

Why it happened - it was an inquiry

Why it makes me happy - chances to help someone

HappyUP!!! - Yardworkd

Why it happened - I got inspired

Why it makes me happy - I can be a bit lazy...it was fantastic to knock out that stuff today

HappyUP!!! - Doc Martin Find

Why it happened - Netflix

Why it makes me happy - I love this series...that has been going on forever. British humor is subtle...and very funny