Monday, August 31, 2020

HappyUP!!! Day 5255

 HappyUP!!! - saving a member

Why it happened -I was thoughtful
Why it makes me happy - it was such a small act...that meant a lot

HappyUP!!! - sushi (and lots of it)
Why it happened -I made a run
Why it makes me happy -with TheseTimes, I don't go to the restaruants...but I have found a store that has it going on!!!! I LOVE sushi!!!

HappyUP!!! - voice to voice with j9
Why it happened -we have that kind of thing
Why it makes me happy -such a gem in my jewelry box of life!




Sunday, August 30, 2020

HappyUP!!! Day 5254

 HappyUP!!! - neighbor and brother

Why it happened -I live in a great place
Why it makes me happy -got some KILLER advice

HappyUP!!! - found my keys
Why it happened -I pretty much knew
Why it makes me happy - ...but...you never know. NOPE...these weren't in the couch cushions. They were off the premises....as I PRETTY much knew they were....but you never know

HappyUP!!! - trimming the plants
Why it happened -I got advice
Why it makes me happy -much easier to do than I thought....and makes a lot of sense. Can't wait for the harvest

Saturday, August 29, 2020

HappyUP!!! Day 5253

 HappyUP!!! - Giants win

Why it happened -hitting
Why it makes me happy - they stopped the bleeding. HOPE is annexed!!!

HappyUP!!! -answer back from CEO
Why it happened -I pushed
Why it makes me happy - its not as bad as we thought

HappyUP!!! - ordered FRESHLY
Why it happened -it made sense
Why it makes me happy -yeah, it could be a little pricey...I'll see...but I like the idea

HappyUP!!! -washing the truck
Why it happened -I got off my butt
Why it makes me happy - it's been awhile....long story...heat and smoke....overdue!


Friday, August 28, 2020

HappyUP!!! Day 5252

 HappyUP!!! - my partner

Why it happened - 2 birdies and 12 dots
Why it makes me happy -I needed the help today.....a joy to watch hime bail me out

HappyUP!!! -prime rib dinner
Why it happened -my club
Why it makes me happy -THAT was a great burn on a piece of meat

HappyUP!!! - Hangin with the H's
Why it happened -I stuck around
Why it makes me happy -love these peeps!

HappyUP!!! - riding last three holes
Why it happened -my buddy let me
Why it makes me happy -I could have made it....but...it was so much better to ride today. It's tough out there with the smoke these days

Thursday, August 27, 2020

HappyUP!!! Day 5251

 HappyUP!!! - walking

Why it happened -minimal smoke
Why it makes me happy -first time I could be out in awhile. The smoke has been tough. My heart goes out to those that the smoke created

HappyUP!!! -client session
Why it happened -I do that
Why it makes me happy - I wasn't sure on this one....but...when he came out of trance...in that moment between subconscious and coming back to the world.....he said, "fantastic."  I'm pretty good

HappyUP!!! - mowing the lawn
Why it happened -it was time
Why it makes me happy -when it is hot, I let the lawn go. It is good for the lawn. Not sure how much my neighbors appreciate it...but...hey...it's my lawn. I love a good mow



Wednesday, August 26, 2020

HappyUP!!! Day 5250

 HappyUP!!! - tremendous pitch on 9

Why it happened -skillz
Why it makes me happy - I wasn't supposed to get that down in 2 shots...let alone almost hole it out...and have the par given to me. THAT was a GEM!!! that most of the golfing world has NO CHANCE on

HappyUP!!! - JG speech
Why it happened -it's Toastmasters
Why it makes me happy -that gal has it going on. GREAT job on the graphics. I got to step up my game!!!

HappyUP!!! - Table Topics in a strange land
Why it happened -I have ventured out
Why it makes me happy -I can be an acquired taste.....this group LOVED what I did tonight. Won some people over. 



Tuesday, August 25, 2020

HappyUP!!! Day 5249

 HappyUP!!! - Leftovers

Why it happened -had a birthday
Why it makes me happy -those stuffed jalapeno leftovers may have been one of my best breakfast leftovers ever

HappyUP!!! - chats with my clients
Why it happened -I follow up
Why it makes me happy -I'm all set for next meetings

HappyUP!!! - "this too shall pass"
Why it happened -I had the invocation and pledge
Why it makes me happy -I put a good twist on a common duty


Monday, August 24, 2020

HappyUP!!! Day 5248

 HappyUP!!! - birthday dinner

Why it happened -I got a sweet family
Why it makes me happy -just great, in these times, for everyone to agree "all clear" to celebrate

HappyUP!!! - boom boom shrimp
Why it happened -see the above
Why it makes me happy -so sweet of Sis-in-law to MAKE this dish that I had commented on a month ago and exchanged recipes on

HappyUP!!! - a guest
Why it happened -I invited
Why it makes me happy -so happy my family was TOTALLY good with an outsider...good for me..good for the guest...good for the family

HappyUP!!! - J9
Why it happened - she is the best
Why it makes me happy -great phone call



Sunday, August 23, 2020

HappyUP!!! Day 5247

 HappyUP!!! - chip in on 5

Why it happened -I got skills
Why it makes me happy - I chipped in...my partner drained a 40 footer for par....a loss looked like a win. Then....our opponents did similar fireworks!!! Overall, it was a push but lots of excitement

HappyUP!!! - near ace on 8
Why it happened -I got skills
Why it makes me happy - it had been awhile...on a par three...where I could see the ball land...and roll...and put my hand up....because I KNEW this one had a chance to go in. It didn't. Just a foot from the hole. Excitement!!!

HappyUP!!! - finding that par on 18
Why it happened -got help from the nephew
Why it makes me happy -kept the damages to near nothing! When you play like I did, that is a win!!!





Saturday, August 22, 2020

HappyUP!!! Day 5246

 

HappyUP!!! - porch decorations
Why it happened -I got a buddy
Why it makes me happy - it was so cute....and I "caught" this vandal on my Ring camera...and shared it with the perpetrator. So much fun

HappyUP!!! - TLI
Why it happened -it's mandatory training
Why it makes me happy - yeah, it was long....but...it was worth it. 

HappyUP!!! - Zoom tips
Why it happened -see training
Why it makes me happy -I was a bit of a pioneer in the workings of Zoom before everyone knew what it was. I stopped at just the basic. Got some GREAT advanced knowledge today!!!



Friday, August 21, 2020

HappyUP!!! Day 5245.

 

HappyUP!!! - skipping the smoke
Why it happened -things are burning
Why it makes me happy - no WAY I was going out in that mess today. Glad I had the option of staying in. I NEVER take that option for granted

HappyUP!!! - another Giants win
Why it happened -they are starting to hit
Why it makes me happy -is this the start of something?...I have seen this unlikely script play out before

HappyUP!!! - Joey Barth
Why it happened -the brought him up
Why it makes me happy -2nd day in the bigs.....another big hit! LOVING the idea of a future Posey 2.0


Thursday, August 20, 2020

HappyUP!!! Day 5244



HappyUP!!! - a joke flop
Why it happened -that hilarious DNC convention
Why it makes me happy - I like Julia Louis Dreyfus....and I like Andrew Yang....they led off the convention tonight....trying to do a mini-skit. JLD is a pro...she can pull off anything. This little back and forth flopped so hard.....I had to laugh at the error. 

HappyUP!!! - a card in the mail
Why it happened -big day coming
Why it makes me happy - nice to be thought of

HappyUP!!! -a GREAT test from JR
Why it happened -she experienced something I had described
Why it makes me happy -it's just so funny how coincidences occur! It's a little scary but, overall, delightful!



Wednesday, August 19, 2020

HappyUP!!! Day 5243


HappyUP!!! - bomb story
Why it happened -I was asked
Why it makes me happy - I always love the opportunity to mention that something that people could think it was horrible....when it was actually the greatest thing that happened in my life

HappyUP!!! - DNC convention
Why it happened -they do that
Why it makes me happy - between Kammy and Tommie Perez, I got a tremendous laugh. I go, "do you guys really want to win?...because you seem to be trying to lose."

HappyUP!!! - Kerry Washington
Why it happened -DNC thing
Why it makes me happy - it just amazes me that the DNC thinks celebrities work on a national political stage. I am sure they do focus groups...but....while celebs are fine to "use their platform," the assumption that the celebs "have a platform" at this level.....it just makes me laugh. 



Tuesday, August 18, 2020

HappyUP!!! Day 5242

 

HappyUP!!! - "Lucid Dementia"
Why it happened -I was table topics master
Why it makes me happy -wonderful to revisit an old book...and re-learn a concept...and bring that to the group for them to speak on

HappyUP!!! - my repeat client
Why it happened -I have a practice
Why it makes me happy -what a joy to work with this person. My clients teach me so much. Their problems reveal to me the real problems in society. I am so happy I have the ability to take BS off their plate

HappyUP!!! - JG speech
Why it happened -it's Toastmasters
Why it makes me happy - probably the BEST one this person ever gave....and I thought the last one she did was pretty great!!!


Monday, August 17, 2020

HappyUP!! Day 5241

 

HappyUP!!! - teeth cleaning
Why it happened -I do that
Why it makes me happy -my schedule has been disrupted with CoVid. So great to be "back in the chair" for the cleaning

HappyUP!!! - my hygenist
Why it happened -see the above
Why it makes me happy -great stories and sharing....and something she shared about a post I had done on FB...hysterical

HappyUP!!! - Eva Longoria
Why it happened -the DNC has started
Why it makes me happy -I just had to laugh....with everyone they could choose to open their big "wing ding".....they chose her?  I found it extremely funny



Sunday, August 16, 2020

HappyUP!!! Day 5240

 HappyUP!!! - close win at last minute

Why it happened -I got my "stuff" together
Why it makes me happy - a win is a win...even on a tough day

HappyUP!!! - a tip from the nephew
Why it happened -I think he felt bad for me
Why it makes me happy -"just do that"....a simple band aid

HappyUP!!! - great call from a friend
Why it happened -the friend was looking for help
Why it makes me happy -I'm just honored when I get calls like this...I like being the "go to" guy





Saturday, August 15, 2020

HappyUP!!! Day 5239 Sat

 HappyUP!!! - Morning Pages

Why it happened -I made some time
Why it makes me happy - I got some brilliant insights today! Definite action items!

HappyUP!!! -laughing at DNC lineup
Why it happened -I saw it
Why it makes me happy - the DNC seems to think that entertainers have more influence than they do... they actually turn people off

HappyUP!!! - a day off 
Why it happened -a tournament was in process
Why it makes me happy -I really don't like being out in the heat!




Friday, August 14, 2020

HappyUP!!! 5238

 HappyUP!!! - an 8 miler

Why it happened -my buddy was up for it
Why it makes me happy -THAT was as pleasant as that gets. Great company....and the dog came too!

HappyUP!!! - screening
Why it happened -I got a buddy
Why it makes me happy -problem solved regarding my sitch.....all serendipitously

HappyUP!!! - quality convo 
Why it happened -I do those
Why it makes me happy -this was just SOOOOO enriching. I learned a lot from someone I respect so much



Thursday, August 13, 2020

HappyUP!!! Day 5237

 HappyUP!!! - "it looks dumb now....I'm all set"

Why it happened -don't ask

Why it makes me happy - I have to keep this one personal. Let's just leave it at it made me ask


HappyUP!!! - a freebie

Why it happened -I am a client

Why it makes me happy -who doesn't LOVE a great premium!!!! Nice to be thought of


HappyUP!!! - a car wash

Why it happened -I do that...occasionally

Why it makes me happy -great feeling to get it done before the sun even arose! LOVE the mornings


Wednesday, August 12, 2020

HappyUP!!! Day 5236

HappyUP!!! - Being QuizMaster

Why it happened -I joined a new club

Why it makes me happy -I did a GRERAT job in a role I had no idea about!!!!


HappyUP!!! -birdie 14

Why it happened -it was a sweet lil hold off I hit in there

Why it makes me happy -who doesn't LOVE. a gimme for birdie


HappyUP!!! - my next client

Why it happened -she brought me some water

Why it makes me happy - I LOVE helping people!!! I got to do an even closer exam! 



Tuesday, August 11, 2020

HappyUP!!! Day 5235

HappyUP!!! - Guests
Why it happened -we invite
Why it makes me happy -what a GREAT day of participation today!!!!...and prospects

HappyUP!!! -comic show
Why it happened -Netflix
Why it makes me happy -THAT Lady was brilliant! I almost wet myself

HappyUP!!! - power walked it
Why it happened -I got on it
Why it makes me happy -I may have set a modern day record today for me!!!

Monday, August 10, 2020

HappyUP!!! Day 5234

HappyUP!!! - walking with TD
Why it happened -we set it up
Why it makes me happy -it had been so long since I had seen this friend. I love people that want to go for an aggressive walk and talk. This person is younger...it was great to hear, "yeah, that upslope kind of got to me too," after I said I had been a bit winded on that change of terrain!!!

HappyUP!!! - some new stuff from TraderJoes
Why it happened -I went shopping
Why it makes me happy -I had been on a website about some of their new offerings. I added all of the interesting ones to my list. They didn't have them all. I was good with that. They were running low on a lot of stuff. No problem....during Covid...we all need to understand this is going to happen. Glad to score a few.

HappyUP!!! - comedy specials
Why it happened -I do that
Why it makes me happy -I am running out of new ones. I wish I could remember the names. I will just say "the cougar" (her description of herself) and the black lesbian (her description of herself). Comedy gives us perspectives that we don't always see.....and a laugh at the same time. The best education!


Sunday, August 09, 2020

HappyUP!!! Day 5233

HappyUP!!! - the Godson
Why it happened -he was invited
Why it makes me happy -not my Godson....egads....I can't imagine serving in that role! But, my relative's Godson. Great to have him out on the course. I LOVE his occupation. Good deals and good times await

HappyUP!!! - walking when they rode
Why it happened -I LOVE to walk
Why it makes me happy -I kept up on a warmish day...and relished in my exercise

HappyUP!!! - a couple of birdies
Why it happened -I still got some stuff
Why it makes me happy - the putt on 4 was pretty darn good...but that wedge into 14 (a little hold - off to gimme range) can only be described as special

HappyUP!!! -the PGA Final
Why it happened - they maintained the tradition
Why it makes me happy - nope, it didn't come down to the last hole (which is what I really love). Collin Morikawa earned it a few holes before, however. Great tournament on a public course and a new, fresh face in golf. THAT rocks!!!




Saturday, August 08, 2020

HappyUP!!! Day 5232

HappyUP!!! - the PGA Championship
Why it happened -they made it happen
Why it makes me happy -the FIRST major sporting event.....at all...since ThisThing has come upon us.....and I ATE IT UP!!!!

HappyUP!!! - TraderJoes review
Why it happened -I have internet
Why it makes me happy - some interesting new things at my quirky little store! I LOVE this store now more than ever after they stood up to "cancel culture."

HappyUP!!! - harem pants
Why it happened -I wore them
Why it makes me happy - I just love how comfortable these puppies are! Perfect alternative to shorts!!!


Friday, August 07, 2020

HappyUP!!! Day 5231

HappyUP!!! - a TIGHT last 6 holes
Why it happened - who knows
Why it makes me happy -I came around and helped minimize the damage. It's always great to finish well.

HappyUP!!! - an ill fated bet
Why it happened -I had a sense
Why it makes me happy -hey, it cost me breakfast with a friend that I will need to "pay up" on...that is like a "no lose" proposition

HappyUP!!! - an invitation
Why it happened -I get those
Why it makes me happy -I'm looking forward to the time I will be spending with this buddy!!!

Thursday, August 06, 2020

HappyUP!!! Day 5230

HappyUP!!! - seeing the goats
Why it happened -I walk
Why it makes me happy -it just never gets old. Its an annual happening. It always cracks me up to see a goat in a tree

HappyUP!!! - 8 miler
Why it happened -I have something in mind
Why it makes me happy -OK...a bit slow...but very consistent. Probably a bigger stretch than I needed at this moment (duly noted)...but it is all good

HappyUP!!! - hooking them up
Why it happened -I am looked upon for advice
Why it makes me happy -so happy that I can put this deal together for others....and...not one bit of benefit to me


Wednesday, August 05, 2020

HappyUP!!! Day 5229

HappyUP!!! - early car wash
Why it happened -I do that
Why it makes me happy -who do you know that, midweek, is up and has washed their car b4 6 in the morning? Yeah, I know, "why didn't you wash it last night?"...to which, I say, "because I couldn't start my day feeling like I am just KICKING ASS if I did it last night!"

HappyUP!!! - birdie on 8
Why it happened -a great putt
Why it makes me happy -I kinda called the shot...gave us a BUNCH of dots and set us up for the win on the front 9

HappyUP!!! - a big win 
Why it happened -my partner
Why it makes me happy - he went from deep in the red to the bLACK today! Love the G-doc! He is a winner...and we won today

HappyUP!!! -fast 4.5
Why it happened -focus
Why it makes me happy - I still have some hop in my walking step! I didn't feel like I had gone that fast


Tuesday, August 04, 2020

HappyUP!!! Day 5228

HappyUP!!! - TraderJoes no line
Why it happened -who knows
Why it makes me happy -I went to the Square for pet food....but I saw no line at the quirky store and jumped on it!!! Trust me...it is a rarity!

HappyUP!!! - evaluating D
Why it happened -it was my turn
Why it makes me happy -I gave the dude feedback he has yet to receive....and it was RAW...but in a good way....I am sure he appreciated it!

HappyUP!!! - text with a client
Why it happened -I follow up
Why it makes me happy -we shared some great stuff...that will be VERY helpful to this young man

Monday, August 03, 2020

HappyUP!!! Day 5227

HappyUP!!! - crab cakes
Why it happened - Whole Foods
Why it makes me happy -these were just absolutely delicious

HappyUP!!! - the curtain
Why it happened -I was being creative
Why it makes me happy -we are all looking for that Zoom backdrop. I am on to something hear

HappyUP!!! - client session
Why it happened -I do that
Why it makes me happy -THIS was a BIG ONE....a HOME RUN. Client that might have been a bit skeptical....he immediately contacted the friend that referred him and said, "that was amazing." It is a sacred privilege when I am allowed into another's head to assist them.

Sunday, August 02, 2020

HappyUP!!! Day 5226

HappyUP!!! - ribs were OK
Why it happened -who knows
Why it makes me happy -I thought this would be a lingering injury. I made an adjustment. I will be fine!

HappyUP!!! - Whole Foods
Why it happened -late run
Why it makes me happy -not crowded...nice social distancing...they had the things my other stores don't....success!!!

HappyUP!!! - official weigh in date
Why it happened -I do it every Sunday
Why it makes me happy -OK...not in Paradise....but down from INSANITY. I got this thing

Saturday, August 01, 2020

HappyUP!!! Day 5225

HappyUP!!! - 6 miles with my buddy
Why it happened -we set it up
Why it makes me happy -such a great walk and talk...and we MOVED!

HappyUP!!! - my South Carolina buddy
Why it happened - we had time
Why it makes me happy -what a great phone convo. Glad their family SHOUD be safe with the onset of the hurricane

HappyUP!!! - a new client
Why it happened -I was referred
Why it makes me happy -we did the consult...he said, "lets go for it"...and it is all set up for early in the week

HappyUP!!! -The Town
Why it happened -I had some time
Why it makes me happy -what a GREAT movie!!!