HappyUP!!! Day 4328

HappyUP!!! - a mini visitor

Why it happened -my friend stopped by

Why it makes me happy - spent some time chasing a 1 year old around the front yard....thems sure are curious little buggers! Everything is so new to them......hmmm....there is some perspective

HappyUP!!! - Off with the Gifts

Why it happened - a trip to the Post office

Why it makes me happy - both of these recipients are going to love the little surprise in the mail! I should send more semi-random things

HappyUP!!! - guitar work

Why it happened - I had some focus time

Why it makes me happy - just getting those fingers in shape. I'm getting ready to embark on an experience....got to be ready

HappyUP!!! Day 4327

HappyUP!!! - good night's sleep (and a morning nap)

Why it happened - who knows

Why it makes me happy - been a little under the weather with the weather change. A bunch of sleep did me a bunch of good! So good that.......

HappyUP!!! - ....I was able to play golf

Why it happened - I thought it best

Why it makes me happy - hey, I am the first person to "stay down" when I'm feeling a bit off. Did it yesterday. At the same time, sometimes one feels a little better to get outside and get involved in a distraction. It was just what I needed today

HappyUP!!! - great group

Why it happened - the Captain scheduled us

Why it makes me happy - one of the 5 of us played well...the rest of us OK....nobody hacked and we moved that ball along. LOVED that sandy par I made on 18....saved a little money...good to finish on a high note

HappyUP!!! -my bro's birthday

Why it happened - it's kind of an annual thing

Why it makes me happy- got to see him while I was having dinner with some friends....he was packing along a pretty cool birthday present....NICE!

JollyJottings

HappyUP!!! Day 4326

HappyUP!!! - an invitation

Why it happened -I extended myself

Why it makes me happy - was heading out of Toastmasters today...a lady came for another meeting that was cancelled....I said, "nobody here but us Toastmasters...come visit us sometime."  Turns out, she had been thinking about Toastmasters for some time.  LOVE IT when serendipity happens

HappyUP!!! - our Toastmaster

Why it happened -everyone has to take a turn

Why it makes me happy - this was her first time at the helm.....and she was GREAT! This was something she would have STUNK at just a few months ago.  Love to see the growth

HappyUP!!! - a mini milestone

Why it happened - I started something awhile back

Why it makes me happy - today was a solid mark on the progress of this project.  Can't wait to take it to completion....which will still be awhile...but....the trajectory right now is awesome!

HappyUP!!! Day 4325

HappyUP!!! - the Nutter Cup

Why it happened - we do that on occasion

Why it makes me happy - it didn't make me or my brother happy to relinquish the cup...but...we played well.  Sometimes, you just have to tip your cap and come back another day

HappyUP!!! - a guest golfer

Why it happened - he was invited

Why it makes me happy - nice to spend 18 with this fine friend. Hadn't golfed with him in forever. It was cool to see him get out with a couple of early birdies....and shoot a pretty good score! Fun times

HappyUP!!! - BBQ

Why it happened - multi-celebrational

Why it makes me happy - a birthday...a birthday...Memorial Day....what a great family and friends time we had today.  We had a couple over and they were a joy.  Just a fabulous little soiree'.

HappyUP!!! - the Dubs

Why it happened - it's the playoffs

Why it makes me happy- C YA in the finals, LeBron!!!

JollyJottings

HappyUP!!! Day 4324

HappyUP!!! - Instructional Vids

Why it happened -I did some searching

Why it makes me happy -I was getting a little stale...got some new ideas

HappyUP!!! - Indy 500

Why it happened - it's an annual thing

Why it makes me happy - I love the history and tradition.....and the race was solid too!

HappyUP!!! - taking a pass on today

Why it happened - I was tired and sore

Why it makes me happy -a few too many days in a row on the links...despite pleas for me to fill the group...I am glad I stayed on the bench today

HappyUP!!! Day 4323

HappyUP!!! - birdie on 10

Why it happened -a sweet 8 iron

Why it makes me happy - the drive was errant...the recovery shot was decent...the approach was great...and the putt was pure! Boy, did we need that birdie! We were getting it put to us today

HappyUP!!! - the blower

Why it happened -I brought it along

Why it makes me happy -it took a little finagaling but I think I have a nice spot to put this tool when I head to the links

HappyUP!!! -special music

Why it happened - I experiment

Why it makes me happy -I have a morning ritual...today...I put it to music....and I liked it!

HappyUP!!! Day 4322

HappyUP!!! - my new baby

Why it happened - I ordered it

Why it makes me happy - is it a boy?,,,,,or a girl?....what is it's name? Everyone wanted to know today. I said, "it just arrived. I have to get to know it first!"  Looks like a wonderful addition to my family!

HappyUP!!! - cordless blower

Why it happened - Xmas last year

Why it makes me happy - I took it to the golf course...didn't use it as much as I will this fall...but...I LOVE it for many reasons. Let's add golf to the list. It will come again today

HappyUP!!! - morning rain

Why it happened -weather

Why it makes me happy -soooo  strange! Had a weird squall come in last week too. It is so bittersweet....and romantic.....that last rain. It is like one's lover parting on a long trip. I shall see you again in fall

HappyUP!!! Day 4321

HappyUP!!! - Strum Shop

Why it happened - they are nearby

Why it makes me happy - while I don't often have the need for that local music store, I sure hope this place makes it. People seem to really enjoy it. They promote well to the community and offer a much needed service. I was glad they were there today

HappyUP!!! - 14 greens hit/putted to

Why it happened - I am striping it

Why it makes me happy -I am enjoying some of the best ball striking that I have experienced in years. These aren't just good shots....they are shots right off the center of the face and headed in the right direction....almost all of the time

HappyUP!!! - a nice find

Why it happened - made a trip

Why it makes me happy - there could be team uniforms showing up at this year's Acorn. Hey...and it this price....why not!?!

HappyUP!!! Day 4320

WOW!!! - I could go on and on about today. It was another SuperHappyUP!!! Day.  I will keep things in check below!

HappyUP!!! - Katrina and the Waves

Why it happened -Spotify

Why it makes me happy - I started upon doing tasks today. This old silly tune popped up....and...it just made me start "dancing through my tasks."  Yeah...I know...people use music for motivation. I have done so in the past as well.  I have drifted away in recent times....not a good idea! This was an excellent thing to be reminded of.  Silence is sometimes needed for projects.  It takes a degree of awareness to recognize the appropriate balance for noise versus silence

HappyUP!!! - cash on hand

Why it happened -it is a system

Why it makes me happy -long ago, upon leaving my moneyclip at home, I found the value of keeping a small sum of money in my vehicle for these ...uhhhh.....emergencies.  OK....idiot emergencies! Yep...it happened today.....drove about 12 minutes to the grocery store...realized what I had forgot.  I amended my shopping list to the essentials that I NEEDED.  I saved myself almost a 1/2 hour of turning around and going back home! (Yeah...I know...."install ApplePay..."...I get it. I don't like it...but I get it.  And....not everywhere takes ApplePay so this is still a good idea).

HappyUP!!! - Shotmaking

Why it happened - work and mental space

Why it makes me happy - hit 13 greens today....including  3 full shots that were basically gimmies. Drove the ball well.  The score? Not important at the moment.  All will come together. I am just overjoyed at how much the difference between a bad shot and a great shot have diminished over the last month and a half.

HappyUP!!! -tournament entry

Why it happened -got the final nudge

Why it makes me happy- lots of reasons NOT to play in this tournament. The Ol Ben Franklin list came out to make the decision to opt out. On paper, things can be pretty simple. However, paper does not convey how much weight some of the options have. In other words, one positive "for" the decision could have as much weight as four of the negative "nays" against the decision.  I was reached out to and got the one that outweighed the others......quality time with a dear friend doing something we both love to do.

JollyJottings

-A devious (fun) plan for an upcoming celebration
-The weekend forecast....it looks awesome!
-US Open Hat arrived
-Wedge to gimme 3...Huge drive to almost the 200 plate on 4....great 6 iron into the wind on 7....studly 4 iron on 8....nice bunker shot 9.....drive/hybrid/wedge to gimmie on 10....6 iron into 11....7 iron into 12 (to a back pin...smoked that dog).....drive/9 iron into wind 13...nice shots on 14...wedges from the trees to the green on 15/16.....DARN NEAR ACE with an 8 iron on 17......smoked 6 iron into the wind on 18
-a monetary victory
-quick stop by from a buddy

HappyUP!!! - Day 4319

HappyUP!!! - 6 iron into 18

Why it happened -I'm OK at golf

Why it makes me happy -this baby was just a laser. We were into the wind and my drive wasn't the best so I was back there a bit. This darlin NEVER left the pin and finished 15 feet right behind it. Helped us pick up a bet and minimize losses

HappyUP!!! - Toastmasters

Why it happened -we meet. 

Why it makes me happy -every one of those speeches were solid....and had takeaways for me. It was an awesome display.  Janette came back after an absence and that was FANTASTIC to see her face enter the room

HappyUP!!! - Walmart shirts

Why it happened -I needed golf balls

Why it makes me happy - found a couple of great looking shirts....and nice, modern golf shirt material.  Hey, for $13 a pop, why not give them a shot?!?....I ain't proud

HappyUP!!! - bedtime optimism

Why it happened -been doing a lot of spiritual work

Why it makes me happy- I just can't wait to get up tomorrow to do "stuff"...and it's not the great stuff either.  It will conclude with golf and, after today's round, it will be interesting to see what happens!

JollyJottings

Janette returns (after I made a note to announce why she has been gone)
Janine Kaizen...Stan Volunteer....LeoQue
Derek timing
Janette doing Table Topics
Pete landing the ship
Dropping off at Goodwill
Walmart had my stuff
$13 golf shirt....what the heck!
76.....29 putts....birdie on 7 (knocked off the list)....lipping out 16 (would have knocked that off) ....
Opponents 4 birdies.......and we survived....that is a 12 handicap doing that and throwing in a 79 on us

HappyUP!!! - Day 4318

HappyUP!!! - morning attitude

Why it happened - it was pre-wired

Why it makes me happy - I got ready for this last night. It is a product of some intense work I have been doing on myself.  I actually couldn't wait to.....

HappyUP!!! - ....weed my vegetable garden beds

Why it happened - Motivation

Why it makes me happy - I CAN dread this....and do minimally....if at all.  Not today! I was rearin to go. Later in the day, I walked by for a different reason and noticed what I had done and I went, "man, that looks sweeeeet!"

HappyUP!!! - ....tidying up linen closet and basement

Why it happened -see the above

Why it makes me happy - these things have been on the list for awhile.  I could make LONG TIME projects out of these. Not today....I was ON IT!!!  While still some work to do downstairs, there was a lot of stuff that got dusted, swept, tossed, reorganized...all AFTER I had done a bunch of other stuff

HappyUP!!! - buried that drainage hose

Why it happened - I said, "what the heck!"

Why it makes me happy- hey, the tools were right there! I had done some trimming which exposed an ugly hose. It was definitely a "when I get around to it" fix....meaning....like NEVER! Hey, this issue just sprouted up the other day....and now it is BURIED!!!

JollyJottings

Waking up so motivated and looking forward to doing things that aren't the most pleasant
Weeded garden
Mowed
Linen closet
Yardwork
Buried drainage hose
Basement work
Gorgeous weather
Bagging up stuff for Goodwill

HappyUP!!! Day 4317

HappyUP!!! - The Royal Wedding

Why it happened -they do that stuff

Why it makes me happy - THAT IT'S OVER!!!!! C'MON....this was the ultimate of nothing burgers!!!

HappyUP!!! - Tools

Why it happened - I was busy

Why it makes me happy - Inflator...Blower...Edger....Chainsaw...sooooooo thankful to have all of these and more

HappyUP!!! - chainsaw running

Why it happened - uh...I read the instructions

Why it makes me happy - been on the list to tackle this issue for awhile....after kicking it around again today...I busted out the instructions...and....BAM.....fixed! I could swear I had done what they suggested before. No matter.....took that baby out and started chopping!!! Grrrrrrrr....such a man with my 14 inch cordless!!!

HappyUP!!! - joyful bedtime

Why it happened - been working on things

Why it makes me happy-I just KNOW tomorrow is going to be a great and productive day! Nope...not a hope. Nope...not an easy day planned....going to do stuff I usually dread...but...I am strangely excited about doing these things!

HappyUP!!! - Day 4316

HappyUP!!! - hot on the back 9

Why it happened -I came out striping it

Why it makes me happy - hit a lot of quality shots....couldn't get the putts to fall. Things were looking great! We started on the back.....we won't talk about the front!

HappyUP!!! - chicken quesadilla

Why it happened - guys were having lunch

Why it makes me happy -great food....and spent some extra time with the guys

HappyUP!!! - great phone call

Why it happened - I was thought of

Why it makes me happy - GREAT plans coming up!!!

HappyUP!!! - pushed it for 18
Why it happened - need to get ready

Why it makes me happy - it means my knee is feeling a lot better. Pushing the cart is one of my knee's "no bueno's."  I have the new electronic caddy coming in this week though so I thought it good to get back into walk mode. I made it today with no problem and no pain. HappyUP!!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 4315

HappyUP!!! - air freshner

Why it happened - I put refills in

Why it makes me happy - I came downstairs this morning and went, "wow! What's that? It's niiiiiiizzzzzze!"  I should refill daily

HappyUP!!! - edge of my lawn

Why it happened - I did some extra work

Why it makes me happy - I drove home today. Yesterday, I not only edged....but I blew the edge out with my blower.  It just looks sooooooo nice against the sidewalk in my older neighborhood.

HappyUP!!! - a win with DD

Why it happened - we usually win

Why it makes me happy - DD is BACK on top for Partner of the Year. He is our best player...but... remember...every evens out with handicaps.  The defending P.O.Y. has now thrown down the other challengers.  I want those challengers to want to move up.....hell, no, it is not for them to get there. It's so they will shoot good scores to benefit ME!!! LOL  

HappyUP!!! -

Why it happened -

Why it makes me happy-

JollyJottings

Edge of my lawn            Great weather     Par on 1 after drive found tree roots      Quick errands run
Flea stuff at a discount  Waking to Air Freshner    $10 win with DD

HappyUP!!! Day 4314

Wow!!!! - it is time to re-create the SUPER HappyUP!!! category for days.

Today was truly bountiful.  Many of my days are. Somewhere along the path of doing this for so many years, I had gotten into a pattern of under reporting on the FANTASTIC days.

HappyUP!!! - Smog Pass

Why it happened - it was the Tacoma

Why it makes me happy - I never take this one for granted.  My other two cars routinely give me a smog pass challenge due to me not driving them much (battery/on board computer issues). Flying colors today...better yet.....I was first one there.  In and out in about 15 minutes tops.  I was able to sit in the waiting room and do some work.  The smog dude was kind of interesting to talk to. A bit of a young idealist/philosopher thinker type.  He was entertaining. I dispensed some wisdom that he was chewing on

HappyUP!!! - birdie on 14

Why it happened - nice wedge/putt

Why it makes me happy -was in a bigger money game today.....that one shot saved/made me about $15.  This is good because I SHOULD have made the birdie putt on 13.

HappyUP!!! -back 9 with Bob and company

Why it happened - our third dropped out

Why it makes me happy -this was old school golf.  All of the junk, carryover skins, no strokes given and for elevated stakes (not that much....but more than the usual game).  It was fun to do.....even though that damn Bob made an eagle, a double sandy, and got both greenies which REALLY messes up a friendly little nine hole game.

HappyUP!!! - Mom E card

Why it happened - reaction

Why it makes me happy- it is always a wonderful thing to get a handwritten thank you note from someone.....and especially this lady. She does the very best ones.  She is fantastic about this.  It is such a lost skill. I'd be INSISTING that any children I had influence over practice this lost art on a regular basis.

JollyJottings

Birdie on 14 in the money game
Smog
Tom Mc contact     -my blower   -edger  -vacuum -seeing Jan W - TJ Chile Relleno
Mom E card   ordering stuff   - birdie 14 (should have 13)

HappyUP!!! Day 4313

HappyUP!!! - Pitch in on 6

Why it happened - skillz

Why it makes me happy - I've been working on this aspect of my game...with a varying amount of success. Nice to get a 50 yarder close...let alone in the jar

HappyUP!!! - pure 9 iron on 4

Why it happened - skillz

Why it makes me happy - hit that exactly how I was supposed to and put it a foot from the hole

HappyUP!!! - a new project

Why it happened - I'm working on change

Why it makes me happy - doing some time analysis. Lots of eye opening things going on there. It also gave me some perspective I didn't have before.

HappyUP!!! - a BIG project completed

Why it happened - Focus

Why it makes me happy- this one has been weighing on me for awhile.  I am overjoyed to get this one off the plate. It was probably made a lot harder than it actually was....yeah...I have that talent! LOL......a lesson was learned that I will refer back to.

HappyUP!!! Day 4312

HappyUP!!! - Portia vet visit

Why it happened - I'm a responsible pet owner

Why it makes me happy - everything is hunky dorie with her. She has lost a little weight but that is explainable. Something to keep an eye on.  Just glad things are good

HappyUP!!! - consistent ball striking

Why it happened - been working on it

Why it makes me happy - I can deal with scores being up and down a little....as long as I got a chance. I'm hitting a lot of pure shots.

HappyUP!!! - birdie on 17

Why it happened - nice shot...nice putt

Why it makes me happy - it is so nice to see that ball go into the hole

HappyUP!!! - helping Jamie

Why it happened - she was at the meeting

Why it makes me happy - this gal is soooooo willing to learn....and we all have seen the growth so far. She is about ready to skyROCKET

HappyUP!!! - my speech

Why it happened - I give them

Why it makes me happy- just glad that it was so well received today

JollyJottings

Guests...Derek and Zak
Making some putts
Putting adjustment

HappyUP!!! Day 4311

HappyUP!!! - New TV

Why it happened - old one blew out

Why it makes me happy - I got ON this...made the decision...and got er done!

HappyUP!!! - nephew help

Why it happened - he was around

Why it makes me happy - yeah...could have done the TV thing myself....but it was SOOOO much easier for the nephew to do it with my minimum assistance

HappyUP!!! - Mason in the park

Why it happened - he comes there

Why it makes me happy - LOVE that little guy. He's saying my name...heck...he was SCREAMING my name!....and....checking me over for treats! He is a cutie pie!

HappyUP!!! Day 4310

HappyUP!!! - chip in on 6

Why it happened - skills

Why it makes me happy - this was a beauty...with the right club (a pitching wedge) for a change. I've been trying to vary the wedges used for shots...and haven't been overwhelmingly successful in the change. 

HappyUP!!! - 6 iron on 12

Why it happened - Mr Stripey

Why it makes me happy - I NAILED this one. It was a beauty....nice and high that was dead at the pin. Came up just 3 feet short right on line of a hole in one...a pure hit just has that something that feels great

HappyUP!!! - bro helping me out

Why it happened - he knew I had a problem

Why it makes me happy - he basically made up my mind for me...now, I just need to follow up tomorrow with his recommendation

HappyUP!!! - Day 4309

HappyUP!!! - Up $$$ and playing well at the turn

Why it happened - some nice striking and chipping

Why it makes me happy - we walked into the back side with a healthy lead...one that I thought we would easily build upon....how little I knew how badly we would need that headstart. Nice to have a little cushion...we used it all up and a bit more

HappyUP!!! - BuddyBall

Why it happened -it's how it came up this week

Why it makes me happy - nice to slap it around with this guy as a partner today...only the second time this year.  Did a little "poo poo" on 18...but that just adds to the charm

HappyUP!!! - early Mother's Day dinner

Why it happened - Sis-in-law is going to be on the road tomorrow

Why it makes me happy - great get together with the famdamily tonight. The prime rib could not have been better. It was great to sit around the pool and dine al fresco

HappyUP!!! Day 4308

HappyUP!!! - Finishing Up

Why it happened - I'm not sure

Why it makes me happy - WINDY day on the links...a bit miserable....but comical at the same time. THE latter is what I focused on. Out of nowhere, with the wind just howling, I piped the most beautiful 4 iron into 17 and capped that with a huge drive and 3 wood on 18. Didn't see either of those coming. Loved it because it led to less shots I had to hit

HappyUP!!! - G-Mac ace

Why it happened - he's good...and lucky

Why it makes me happy - second ace in a year for this "best of dudes" dude. Love this guy and happy for him. It was fabulous to celebrate his great shot but, more importantly, a privilege to be present to his graciousness.

HappyUP!!! - Time with people I don't see a lot of

Why it happened - G-Mac ace

Why it makes me happy - J and L stopped by for a celebration drink. D-mac came down...as did C-mac.  Fun times

HappyUP!!! Day 4307

HappyUP!!! - Morning Pages

Why it happened - an inspiration

Why it makes me happy - I thought I would shake things up a bit and spend a little time with this old discipline.  A good chance to give my handwriting a nice test as well.  My handwriting failed!

HappyUP!!! - pruning

Why it happened - things were getting a bit shaggy

Why it makes me happy - while "clear cutting" takes a while to get pretty again, it's nice to have the overgrowth done away with.

HappyUP!!! - a brief walk

Why it happened - I was feeling a bit stiff

Why it makes me happy - caught a gorgeous day...just took it easy....soaked in all the great surroundings.

HappyUP - Day 4306

HappyUP!!! - cut 3 wood on 18

Why it happened - skills

Why it makes me happy - this shot doesn't always work....OK...who am I kidding? It is usually a FAIL...especially from the rough.  But...this baby turned the corner and got me to wedge distance

HappyUP!!! -  Carolinas

Why it happened - hungry

Why it makes me happy - just LOVE this place.  It's easy to get to, in and out of, and on my way. Though I go often, I still consider it a treat!

HappyUP!!! - day off

Why it happened - I got a text

Why it makes me happy - good day to get some things done in the morning

HappyUP!!! - Day 4305

HappyUP!!! - new blues lick

Why it happened - popped up on my phone

Why it makes me happy - this is one I should have learned long ago. Heck, I probably did. Seems I have probably forgotten as much as I had learned...but this is a good little turnaround

HappyUP!!! - birdie 1 and 17

Why it happened - skills

Why it makes me happy - great to start with a birdie..played the first hole exactly as one should.  Fabulous canning that 20 footer on 17 when no putts were going in previously

HappyUP!!! - Warriors move on

Why it happened -the Dubs are unstoppable

Why it makes me happy - looks like I have some post season basketball to KEEP watching. The Pels just were no match.

HappyUP!!! - Day 4304

HappyUP!!! - Watering system

Why it happened - some thought

Why it makes me happy - much better way to remind myself

HappyUP!!! - Fats for Dinner

Why it happened - my buddy called

Why it makes me happy - hadn't been to this place in forever. Top Shelf food and service always

HappyUP!!! - straightening/tidying/rearranging

Why it happened - motivation

Why it makes me happy - things are getting better and better

HappyUP!!! Day 4303

HappyUP!!! - Nutter Cup victory

Why it happened - we played well

Why it makes me happy -the oldsters beat the youngsters yet again!....and my putt on 18 was the dagger! Sweeeeeeeet!

HappyUP!!! - G-men sweep the Braves

Why it happened - great play

Why it makes me happy -the Gigantes needed this little gem. Swapping games in a series isn't going to cut it. 

HappyUP!!! - Warriors up 3-1

Why it happened -they got it going on

Why it makes me happy -everything is looking like another walk to another title! The Dubs are kicking butt....woooohooo...a west coast champion?

HappyUP!!! Day 4302

HappyUP!!! - Kentucky Derby

Why it happened -it's a tradition

Why it makes me happy - I have NO DESIRE to attend this function. Waaaay too many people. But, I do love watching it. I need to find an OTB location. Once again, I would have made a ton today!

HappyUP!!! - 3 ball warmup 

Why it happened - I ran out of time 

Why it makes me happy -we had an early start. Usually, that means I really need to warm up to get properly stretched.  Got it done in a hurry today

HappyUP!!! - still hitting it well

Why it happened -I'm doing something right

Why it makes me happy -the great score hasn't come in yet...but I can smell it. Been down this path enough times

HappyUP!!! Day 4301

HappyUP!!! - sample ballott

Why it happened - it's what we do

Why it makes me happy - I just laughed.....like Feinstein will lose...yawn

HappyUP!!! - largo 16

Why it happened - pretty crafty

Why it makes me happy - I had to flight that 9 iron a little....and I did....STUFFED it! LOVE a great shot

HappyUP!!! - lesson 3

Why it happened -I signed up

Why it makes me happy -got a great lesson....and some cool backing tracks. I was jamming! ...HARD!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 4300

HappyUP!!! - Evergreen Party

Why it happened -my buddy opened a new branch

Why it makes me happy -FANTASTIC catching up with some industry friends

HappyUP!!! - 10 year anniversary

Why it happened -I called it a day....long ago

Why it makes me happy - it has been AMAZING how fast my retirement is going! It seems like just yesterday when I hung em up at the old firm. I was a little lost at first. It has been a fantastic voyage. I am one lucky guy

HappyUP!!! -time with Marie

Why it happened -the party

Why it makes me happy - I haven't seen my buddy's wife in FOREVER. She looked great and all is going well for her. Super lady!

HappyUP!!! Day 4299

HappyUP!!! - Nutted 7 iron on 5

Why it happened - I'm getting there

Why it makes me happy - I just obliterated that shot! You can only do that if the timing is all coming together

HappyUP!!! - Sharks WIN!

Why it happened -they came back 

Why it makes me happy -they had a tough OT loss the other night...the series is all tied now. Chomp! Chomp!

HappyUP!!! - birdie 1

Why it happened -great wedge

Why it makes me happy -always fantastic to get off to a good start...it's like money to burn!

HappyUP!!! Day 4298

HappyUP!!! - even on the front

Why it happened - some great play

Why it makes me happy - it's getting better and better!

HappyUP!!! - the Muscle

Why it happened -he needed a lift

Why it makes me happy - helping out, having some lunch, and spanking the ball around with the nephew. Fun stuff!

HappyUP!!! - winning TT

Why it happened -I got a softball tossed to me

Why it makes me happy - "I heard it rip when I stood up......"....and I just KILLED that impromptu topic!