HappyUP!!! Day 1900

HappyUP!!! - lunch with my guy

Why it happened - Easter week

Why it makes me happy - so much fun and great conversation with my buddy

HappyUP!!! - sheep

Why it happened - I was alerted

Why it makes me happy - WOW!!!......a herd of sheep?......there?.....tremendous fun and entertainment

HappyUP!!! - The Masters

Why it happened - it's Spring

Why it makes me happy - it's a tradition like no other....it really is. Spring....the dogwoods...the magnolias.......and all the greenery.....which will lead to a green jacket. Riveting golf action.

HappyUP!!! - burying oneself

Why it happened - just poor behavior

Why it makes me happy - no.......this doesn't really make me happy in the grandest sense.....at all. I WISH THIS WOULD NOT HAPPEN...........but.......alas.......when someone misbehaves to my benefit.....I can't lament about it.

HappyUP!!! Day 1899

HappyUP!!! - shrimp cocktail

Why it happened - a guy has to eat

Why it makes me happy - a little bit of practice.....and then some delicious food!

---------oh yeah........really gooooood

HappyUP!!! - people filling in

Why it happened - Spring Break?

Why it makes me happy - we were a bit short handed today.....good to be there...and ready....but not having to jup in....and allow the members to fill the slots.....which they did....in spades

HappyUP!!! - a spit of rain

Why it happened - crazy weather

Why it makes me happy - I love anomalies. Who would have guessed it would be raining (OK...sprinkling) on this lovely Spring day....with the sun out. Yeah.....I looked for that rainbow. I didn't see it today. It was just one rogue cloud.

JollyJottings

Weather

Impromptu speech

Being called upon for advice

HappyUP!!! Day 1898

HappyUP!!! - seeing my nephew

Why it happened - he stops by occasionally

Why it makes me happy - always love seeing the neph

HappyUP!!! - trip to the bank

Why it happened - gotta do it on occasion

Why it makes me happy - in and out....even took care of a delayed item.......very efficient

HappyUP!!! - dinner

Why it happened - we went to the grocery

Why it makes me happy - a really fun shopping trip....................and an even better dinner!

JollyJottings

Impromptu speech

People filling in

Trip to the bank

Seeing my nephew

HappyUP!!! Day 1897

HappyUP!!! - NCAA Final

Why it happened - its a tradition

Why it makes me happy - a National Champion....no money...amateur sports....and a great game

HappyUP!!! - ChargeUP!!!

Why it happened - voltage

Why it makes me happy - figured out a little vexing situation....and....on the road again!

HappyUP!!! - helping out

Why it happened - I was called upon

Why it makes me happy - could have been a situation.....it wasn't....I was glad to get the call to check it out

JollyJottings

My charger

Running in a piece of equipment

The local hardware store

NCAA finals

Siiiiggghhh oh my

HappyUP!!! Day 1896

HappyUP!!! - a late tee time

Why it happened - we were slow in getting a time last week

Why it makes me happy - glad that we got to play! The pace was a little slow but the weather sure was exceptional.....got a little color on the cheeks today

HappyUP!!! - an Easter invitation

Why it happened - I was thought of

Why it makes me happy - I probably won't be able to take the offer up.....but it sure was a nice piece of kindness extended to me.

HappyUP!!! - a solid round of golf

Why it happened - I'm swinging better

Why it makes me happy - with a little tweek in my chipping, I may have a shot at breaking par soon. I was also able to rally and break even with Buddy for the day.....and I pocketed a couple of bucks for being the Wolf man today!

JollyJottings

Securing next week's time

Gorgeous blue skies

A late tee time

Wedge on 1.....wedge/putt on 4.....8 iron on 5....drive/9 iron 7.....drive/8 iron 9.....4 iron on 10...chip on 11...5 iron on 12....drive/wedge 13, 14, and 15.....drive/9 iron 16....chip 17....drive/hybrid/wedge 18

Breaking even with Buddy

Winning in wolf

Easter invitation

HappyUP!!! Day 1895

HappyUP!!!! - division speech contest

Why it happened - it's Toastmasters

Why it makes me happy - so proud of one of our members WINNING the division speech contest. She had to defeat 6 other contestants........and now she is on to the district conference. What a privilige to be along for this ride!

HappyUP!!! - volunteering to help

Why it happened - the organizer was a little disorganized

Why it makes me happy -...........but it all worked out because many people stepped in at the last moment to help make the contest a success.

HappyUP!!! - running into M & B

Why it happened - I was at the mall

Why it makes me happy - I was in the parking garage...had just come up the stairs...and there were M&B waiting for the elevator to go downstairs INTO the mall. I always think synchronicities like this are fascinating. This young couple is close to me too. Anyway, it was a nice quickie visit

HappyUP!!! - the rainbow

Why it happened - you know what causes those

Why it makes me happy - I don't know what it is...but you know that feeling......you see the sun blazing yet.......you also see some pretty good rain going on......and you go, "where is it? where is it?"..........it NEVER gets old looking for that rainbow.....and I will NEVER stop doing so.

HappyUP!!! - there it is....the POURING rain

Why it happened - who knows

Why it makes me happy - we have had lots of promises regarding BIG storms this year....most have petered out this year. I think today's overachieved at times. LOVED IT!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 1894

HappyUP!!! - a 50th birthday

Why it happened - uh....age....and a very considerate husband

Why it makes me happy - I was honored to co-emcee the event. The seque's and transitions were all smooth. The birthday girl was TOTALLY shocked and surprised.....no easy feat when you are having 70-80 people there.

HappyUP!!! - joining another group on the front

Why it happened - play was a little slow

Why it makes me happy - always like playing with Kirk......and the couple that he was playing with were cool. My partner and I picked up one of our buddies at the turn and had to part company.....but loved the play in the meantime.

HappyUP!!! - free brekko

Why it happened - I was sent a coupon

Why it makes me happy - c'mon..........food is a blessing but FREE food is even more of one. Wendy's was nice enough to send me an inviation to try out their new breakfast menu. It was a good move........the sandwich is pretty darn good. I probably would never consider Wendy's without having received this free sample invitation

HappyUP!!! - getting in 18

Why it happened - someone had a good idea

Why it makes me happy - didn't think I was going to be able to squeeze in an entire round today due to the commitment above......nice day.

HappyUP!!! - a little hot streak

Why it happened - hitting it OK

Why it makes me happy - a birdie on 10....a grimey par on 11....another birdie on 12....and then another good birdie look on 13 (dang...missed it). For awhile, it looked the back 9 might get torn up........but it didn't happen.....but it felt good and I am gaining on it

HappyUP!!! Day 1893

HappyUP!!! - dishwasher fixed

Why it happened - I made the call

Why it makes me happy - I have a degree of skill in fixing certain things. I didn't say a HIGH degree....but a degree. I am glad I didn't take this project on! The repair guy had to call the manufacturer....and this was after he did the "obvious" things to fix the issue.

HappyUP!!! - a stock move

Why it happened - who knows

Why it makes me happy - it's been a nice recovery for this one.

HappyUP!!! - a nice walk

Why it happened - needed to get out

Why it makes me happy - the air is clean with recent rains.....things are greening up with the arrival of Spring.............just soaking it all in

HappyUP!!! - rain

Why it happened - weather

Why it makes me happy - I don't think this one was predicted.....and EVERY drop is appreciated.

HappyUP!!! Day 1892

HappyUP!!! - evening invitation

Why it happened - friends

Why it makes me happy - I couldn't make it but it's always nice to be thought of

HappyUP!!! - tires

Why it happened - a couple were needed

Why it makes me happy - tires are anything but cheap.....I'm appreciative this purchase wasn't a budget buster that it would be for many

HappyUP!!! - paperwork domination

Why it happened - I'd had enough

Why it makes me happy - PEACE on my desktop!

HappyUP!!! Day 1891

HappyUP!!! - a goodbye

Why it happened- opportunity

Why it makes me happy - I hate to see this guy go from our club....but he is moving on to opportunity. As much as we want to hold on......you always have to let go.....for better things.......all the best, Sean.

HappyUP!!! - lawnmower dropoff

Why it happened - it died

Why it makes me happy - a lawnmower isn't heavy....but it is a VERY awkward, dangerous lift on one's own...done it many times...won't do it again. Was happy a neighbor was nearby......absolutely no issue.....and I LOVE the attitude of my new mower shop!!!

HappyUP!!! - lunch in the rain

Why it happened - an upcoming event

Why it makes me happy - I got my lunch comped.......in the patio room of Il Fornaio....which has an outdoor roof....we got to watch and hear the downpour...while we planned an event.....and...yeah........the calamari was to die for.

HappyUP!!! - a discovery

Why it happened - I was informed

Why it makes me happy - though the information was sad......I was happy to get it.....regarding someone so trapped in an incident in the past...which is bad enough....yet even worse that what is still being spilled.....a year and a half later....is a falsehood. It makes me happy to KNOW what is currently being mis-despelled....it helps me to guide....the important ONE....that has to figure out truth going forward

JollyJottings

A sad goodbye

Two great speeches

A great rehearsal lunch

Tumultuous rain

A great movie

Lawnmower dropoff

Knocking stuff of the big to do list

HappyUP!!! Day 1890

HappyUP!!! - monday "chores"

Why it happened - I get called upon

Why it makes me happy - chores aren't chores when they serve others...a blessed day

HappyUP!!! - peeps in the park

Why it happened - I was out for a walk

Why it makes me happy - we seemed to be going counter-clockwise....and re-greeting several times...weird....but fun

HappyUP!!! - yeah

Why it happened - toss it aside

Why it makes me happy - yeah....it just worked....perfectly

JollyJottings

People in the park

A morning delivery...an afternoon pickup....an evening delivery

Nice breakfast

Making breakfast

Great night of sleep

HappyUP!!! Day 1889

HappyUP!!! - Fantasy Golf win

Why it happened - I made some good choices

Why it makes me happy - this is my third win of the year.....which should put in good stead to break pretty close to even by year end at worse......now....it's about making a profit

HappyUP!!! - lovely afternoon

Why it happened - who knows...it wasn't supposed to be

Why it makes me happy - it allowed me to get outside...do a touch of yardwork....and a little practice

HappyUP!!! - Tiger Woods

Why it happened - he may be back

Why it makes me happy - I by no means condone this dude's personal behavior. Quite frankly, it's none of my business. His role model badge definitely took a dumper. I'm glad to see him win again...it's good for golf.....and is making the upcoming Masters Tournament look like it's going to be VERY exciting.

HappyUP!!! Day 1888

HappyUP!!! - an unexpected 18

Why it happened - we tested the weather

Why it makes me happy - turned out to be a beautiful day

HappyUP!!! - back 9 play

Why it happened - who knows...wouldn't have guessed by front 9 play

Why it makes me happy - always great to turn it around....left a LOW number

out there today.....2 big mistakes late....but I'm gaining on it

HappyUP!!! - Fantasy Golf contention

Why it happened - good picking

Why it makes me happy - one more win and I am pretty much playing free for most of

the year....just one guy to pass tomorrow

HappyUP!!! - lovely, cozy evening

Why it happened - anticipated storm

Why it makes me happy - tho the storm didn't arrive....it was a good night to tuck it in

HappyUP!!! Day 1887

HappyUP!!! - chutt on 11

Why it happened - good touch

Why it made me happy - it put me unexpectedly ahead

HappyUP!!! - perfect "off" weather

Why it happened - storms abrewing

Why it makes me happy - it was a little cool......but stayed in shorts all day long...no windbreaker needed...and that was a surprise

HappyUP!!! - hitting the pin on 1

Why it happened - skills?

Why it makes me happy - almost jarred that wedge for an eagle....good start to the day

HappyUP - BloodSource

Why it happened - I give

Why it makes me happy - I always feel good about myself after giving the peeps and hour and a pint of sanguine

HappyUP!!! Day 1886

HappyUP!!! - new dinner venue

Why it happened - wanted to try out something new

Why it makes me happy - cool place...nearby....food was solid....NICE!

HappyUP!!! - cool morning clouds

Why it happened - weather

Why it makes me happy - one would swear that it was going to rain.....but it never even threatened to

HappyUP!!! - a cancellation

Why it happened - there was a mix up

Why it makes me happy - while I wanted to go to this meeting, it was great using the free time to get some extra things done

HappyUP!!! Day 1885

HappyUP!!! - Irish Italian

Why it happened - it's a golf thing

Why it makes me happy - SO GREAT to be out in GLORIOUS weather....some GREAT food...excellent company...banner day

HappyUP!!! - Me?...a Mentor?....to this person?

Why it happened - I guess it's cuz I do what I do

Why it makes me happy - THIS piece of public recognition was about as unexpected as could be. Wow! You never know who and how deeply you touch someone......even though...you are just cruising along....and doing your thing

HappyUP!!! - my bro plays golf

Why it happened - who knows

Why it makes me happy - it is a VERY fortunate thing I have in my life.....my brother and I are about the same level in golf.....and we both play OK.....yet........we have NO "thing" about being competitive with each other.....none at all. Sure, we like to win but, when it comes to the two of us, neither of us cares. We just enjoy our time on the links.

HappyUP!!! - corned beef

Why it happened - see "Irish Italian" above

Why it makes me happy - after getting our serving of spaghetti, we then received another course of corned beef. I don't like corned beef. Neither does my brother. He passed....I decided to give it a try.....yet again. OMG!!!.........THIS corned beef was "da bomb." I gave bro the headsup...."you MAY want to give this one a shot." Yeah....he was won over too!

JollyJottings

TM

Morning wakeup

Brother time

Weather

The Doyle boyz

Irish Italian

Golf shots

HappyUP!!! Day 1884

HappyUP!!! - tax re-do

Why it happened - I got an amended 1099

Why it makes me happy - when I got my new taxes, things were more favorable...NICE!

HappyUP!!! - tabletopics

Why it happened - Toastmasters

Why it makes me happy - my topic this morning?.....SOOOOOOOO fun to do

HappyUP!!! - a new day

Why it happened - well.....everyday is

Why it makes me happy - WELCOME to SPRING 2012!!!!....it will never happen again.

JollyJottings

HappyUP!!! Day 1883

HappyUP!!! - lentils

Why it happened - I bought some

Why it makes me happy - they were pre-cooked.....but....toss in a little stone ground mustard, hot sauce, cheddar cheese, and a touch of mayo.......BAM!.....so simple....and some GREAT eating!

HappyUP!!! - helping out

Why it happened - it's Monday

Why it makes me happy - one of my favorite days of the week

HappyUP!!! - sleeping in

Why it happened - I think I was tired...and got to bed a little late

Why it makes me happy - TREMENDOUSLY refreshed this morning

HappyUP!!! Day 1882

HappyUP!!! - getting that tee time

Why it happened - I got up early

Why it makes me happy - I fulfilled my obligation to the greater good of the group

HappyUP!!! - breakfast

Why it happened - lazy Sunday

Why it makes me happy - dang......I just LOVE a great sausage and egg combo.

HappyUP!!! - a hailstorm

Why it happened - a weather deal

Why it makes me happy - we don't get those "baseball sized" stones here.....hail is rather infrequents.....so....when it happens.....it's always kind of a fascinating weather combo....and...to be able to observe it with those closest....yeah...that's fun!

HappyUP!!! Day 1881

HappyUP!!! - my partners play

Why it happened - it's a tourney

Why it makes me happy - we tied for low today.....wish I could have helped a bit more...great to see my partner put a nice round together

HappyUP!!! - new guys

Why it happened - it's a tourney

Why it makes me happy - great new friends to tee it up with some other time. Tourneys are good for expanding the social circle

HappyUP!!! - a lovely evening

Why it happened - WE had an unexpected guest

Why it makes me happy - a little change up to plans....and it works out well!!!

JollyJottings

My partners play

No rain

New guys

Winning our flight today

Family time with cuzzy

Running errands to help out

HappyUP!!! Day 1880

HappyUP!!!- Speech Contest

Why it happened - Toastmasters

Why it makes me happy - one of my mentees WON!!!...how gratifying is that?

HappyUP!!! - getting home

Why it happened - safe driving

Why it makes me happy - it was a white knuckler tonight....definitely not a nite to take driving with anything but reverance

HappyUP!!! - tuck in

Why it happened - I was called upon

Why it makes me happy - after the white knuckle drive.....loved doing this...heart full

JollyJottings

Rain

Walking in the rain

HappyUP!!! Day 1879

HappyUP!!! - a wake up picture

Why it happened - tee hee

Why it makes me happy - let's just leave it that, receiving this, meant a lot

HappyUP!!! - great sleep

Why it happened - I got in late

Why it makes me happy - wow.....what a night of super zzzzzzz's

HappyUP!!! - a little break in the weather

Why it happened - it's weather

Why it makes me happy - it gave me a great chance to do a few outside things....one of which included a fuzzy creature.

JollyJottings

A wake up picture

Great communications

Some excellent think work

A little break in the weather

Good nights sleep

HappyUP!!! Day 1878

HappyUP!!! - check in the mail

Why it happened - it just does

Why it makes me happy - who wouldn't be happy with a check in the mail?

HappyUP!!! - a TREMENDOUS world premiere

Why it happened - my buddy got to play on stage

Why it makes me happy - it was a very interesting and moving documentary at the CAAM Festival honoring a close friend of mine's friend. It was an honor just to be there...in the front row.....and to take in the experience

HappyUP!!! - taxes back

Why it happened - I have people

Why it makes me happy - I was VERY pleased with the outcome

HappyUP!!! Day 1877

HappyUP!!! - chicken dinner

Why it happened - I did some cooking

Why it makes me happy - I keep working on this one dish. It's getting better and better. Tonight, I got another little tip to make it even better

HappyUP!!! - an Icebreaker

Why it happened - a new member

Why it makes me happy - I love indocrinating people into the group and getting to know them

HappyUP!!! - meeting with a confidant

Why it happened - I set it up

Why it makes me happy - great conversation..........and great learning

HappyUP!!! Day 1876

HappyUP!!! - helping out

Why it happened - sickness

Why it makes me happy - always fulfilling to do a little emergency caregiving

HappyUP!!! - pizza

Why it happened - you gotta eat

Why it makes me happy - I don't eat a lot of pizza.....but I do LOVE it! Tonights was delicious

HappyUP!!! - some cards

Why it happened - just a little fun

Why it makes me happy - there is something about sitting down to play cards with friends...no....not the cutthroat type.....it just brings up interesting conversation

HappyUP!!! Day 1875

HappyUP!!! - round 2

Why it happened - tournament is on

Why it makes me happy - we were off to a slow start.....then my partner and I started to put it together. We weren't even on 8 cylinders but we turned in a great round

HappyUP!!! - birdie on 15

Why it happened - great drive/wedge/putt

Why it makes me happy - I stepped it up....right when it was needed

HappyUP!!! - straightening out the driver

Why it happened - I found a little "something something" on the 10th tee

Why it makes me happy - the driver was a little shaky on the front 9. Started taking it back a little straighter on the back 9 and.....VOILA......started DRILLING the fairways

HappyUP!!! - chipping

Why it happened - practice and advice

Why it makes me happy - when that driver gets a little crooked (see above), it's good to have a bailout tool. It was pretty amazing today

HappyUP!!! Day 1874

HappyUP!!! - tournament day

Why it happened - our club has them

Why it makes me happy - first tournament of the season. Great to have a different format. Meet some new guys. See a bunch of others you don't usually see

HappyUP!!! - getting it to 5 under

Why it happened - we were ham and egging it

Why it makes me happy - we were in the hunt through 12. Yeah, we stumbled a bit on the way in....but it felt good to move the needle up. We just have to seal the deal in upcoming rounds

HappyUP!!! - family time/celebration

Why it happened - a birthday

Why it makes me happy - great food......a new house....entire family (minus one) there. Great times

JollyJottings

Great nights sleep

Brekko

Tournament day

Getting to 5 under

Pars on 1...2.....4.....wedge on 6....up and down 9.....sandy 11...up and down 12....bunker shot 15.....recovery shot 16....up and down 17

Getting 2 points rather than 1

Family time/celebration

HappyUP!!! Day 1873

HappyUP!!! - time with a friend

Why it happened - I set it up

Why it makes me happy - I don't think there is a better thing than a truly deep conversation. You can't force them....but you can try to make them happen

HappyUP!!! - full compliment of da Boyz

Why it happened - the golf club

Why it makes me happy - we had all five today.....amongst sunny skies....perfect

HappyUP!!! - turning in early

Why it happened - a little tired

Why it makes me happy - sometimes....it's just good to pack it in a little earlier than other times......NICE sleep!

JollyJottings

Nice morning

Trip to an advisor

Teeing it up with da Boyz

A surprise piece of apparel

Delicious dinner

Turning in early

Weather

HappyUP!!! Day 1872

HappyUP!!! - wonderful dinner

Why it happened - I'm lucky

Why it makes me happy - I don't use the rice cooker often....I don't know why.....it did a great job tonight......and that bacon wrapped filet wasn't bad either. Put a salad on the side.....great eats

HappyUP!!! - American Idol

Why it happened - a little after dinner brain drain

Why it makes me happy - I'm not a tremendous fan of the show....but I will watch on occasion. This was a really good night to do so.

HappyUP!!! - good reading material

Why it happened - I did a little searching

Why it makes me happy - it's an awesome thing to re-read a book.....at just the right time

JollyJottings

Spectaculor dinner

American Idol

HappyUP!!! Day 1871

HappyUP!!! - my buddy WON

Why it happened - he is a TALENT

Why it makes me happy - I am thrilled for him.........but then he surprised me.......by letting me know he may involve ME in his win so I get to enjoy an AWESOME night next week!

HappyUP!!! - salad for dinner

Why it happened - it's dinner

Why it makes me happy - TREMENDOUS salad....with just the right amount of meat in it....a little bread on the side..........perfect

HappyUP!!! - planning for a caper

Why it happened - I have been asked to MC

Why it makes me happy - this is going to be FUN! FUN! FUN!

HappyUP!!! - my consultant

Why it happened - Toastmasters

Why it makes me happy - it's GREAT when you can get help from someone you know

HappyUP!!! Day 1870

HappyUP!!! - justice

Why it happened - we have a system

Why it makes me happy - the term "justice was not served" can be common. While mistakes happen....and that can be true......we should also celebrate when it is. Today...it was

HappyUP!!! - some rain

Why it happened - weather

Why it makes me happy - I am going to celebrate EVERY rain day this year! I especially appreciated hearing the rain from cozy confines in the middle of the night

HappyUP!!! - new phone

Why it happened - it was time

Why it makes me happy - for a few months, at least, I have the latest. Trust me...I'll be keeping this one LONG into when future upgrades are in vogue.......but.....at least for today......I'm somewhat in vogue...LOL......like I care about vogue

JollyJottings

New phone

Toastmasters

A little rain

A TON of errands - Mel....Kragen...Ace...Office Depot...Home Depot

Good advice from mechanic

Postponed project

An afternoon pickup

New lights

HappyUP!!! Day 1869

HappyUP!!! - Seth

Why it happened - scheduled

Why it makes me happy - always good to get some advice and check in with this part of my team

HappyUP!!! - afternoon coffee

Why it happened - my friend had some time

Why it makes me happy - such a WONDERFUL conversation.....outside....gorgeous weather.....and a friendly cup in hand

HappyUP!!! - a morning delivery

Why it happened - I had the time

Why it makes me happy - doing favors is my thing. This one allowed some people to have a much more stress free morning

HappyUP!!! Day 1868

HappyUP!!! - brekko with a friend

Why it happened - I had him out for some golf

Why it makes me happy - which meal do I enjoy the most? Brekko, lunch, or dinner? That is a tough question. I will say that brekko at the golf course with an old buddy as you anticipate time on the links is tough to beat

HappyUP!!! - some awesome recovery shots

Why it happened - I put myself in trouble

Why it makes me happy - hey....that's life....you do your best.....but you get in trouble. In golf, as in life, it's really about how you cope and your ability to recover. I'm pretty good at it.

HappyUP!!! - time of their lives

Why it happened - road trip

Why it makes me happy - I'm so glad my family is having a blast on their out of town trip.

HappyUP!!! Day 1867

HappyUP!!! - solid play through 6

Why it happened - that chipping help yesterday

Why it makes me happy - not the BEST ball striking....but the recovery shots seem to be coming back.

HappyUP!!! - what a burger!

Why it happened - I tried some additives

Why it makes me happy - THIS was a delicious little piece of beef. A nice wrap to the end of the day

HappyUP!!! - stunning weather

Why it happened - who knows....it's not March weather

Why it makes me happy - I am so blessed to be able to FULLY enjoy every great weather day....and I just soak it in

JollyJottings

The strong group

Putt on 6 for the birdie

Solid through 6 holes....and front 9

A great grilled burger at home

Good B-ball games

Stunning weather

HappyUP!!! Day 1866

HappyUP!!! - getting it done at the bank

Why it happened - my friend had some time

Why it makes me happy - so glad to get this piece of club business done....it's been forever to do so

HappyUP!!! - lunch with a friend

Why it happened - I was invited

Why it makes me happy - a Better Foods Deli sandwich is enough of a HappyUP!!!.....it's even better when it's bought for you. Great discussion

HappyUP!!! - help with my chipping

Why it happened - a skilled player was watching me

Why it makes me happy - he was exactly right in his tips to me......THIS was the missing piece of the equation on a vexing little issue I had been having

HappyUP!!! - a BIG day

Why it happened - it happens once a year

Why it makes me happy - it's just nice that it does

HappyUP!!! Day 1865

HappyUP!!! - rain

Why it happened - who knows....especially this year

Why it makes me happy - biggest storm of the season. The sound upstairs in the bedroom was awesome. More importantly......WATER!

HappyUP!!! - an act of service

Why it happened - a friend was in a bind

Why it makes me happy - it was raining.....I was sick as a dog......but it wasn't that big a request.....and I feel better for having done it.

HappyUP!!! - a day under the blanket

Why it happened - see that sick thing above

Why it makes me happy - well....I'm not happy to have caught the cold......but VERY HAPPY to have the luxury of not worrying about outside pressures.......and just lay down.....and mend

HappyUP!!! Day 1864

HappyUP!!! - an old buddy

Why it happened - I am doing some work

Why it makes me happy - it was great to reconnect with this long lost friend.....get caught up on some of the people from our past.....and know that I am going to get some work done.

HappyUP!!! - Shihan

Why it happened - a buddy moved up

Why it makes me happy - I've known this guy for a LOT of years. He has now obtained an even higher level of the martial arts. It was an honor to be there and see him get promoted.

HappyUP!!! - a request to make someone's big night

Why it happened - I have a reputation?

Why it makes me happy - it is very humbling to be able to perform THIS particular function at a good friend's big event.......it's going to be a lot of fun being the emcee....and the venue is pretty cool too.

HappyUP!!! Day 1863

HappyUP!!! - club contest

Why it happened - we do it twice a year

Why it makes me happy - WOW! The membership PUT IT OUT THERE this time. This was probably the best overall contest I have ever seen at a Club, Area, or Divisional level....and it was just at our club

HappyUP!!! - time with the club champ

Why it happened - I was practicing

Why it makes me happy - it was great to pick his brain a little bit and get some info

HappyUP!!! - an opportunity to be of service

Why it happened - I was called upon

Why it makes me happy - it's what I like to do most

HappyUP!!! Day 1862

HappyUP!!! - JellyBelly story

Why it happened - I was watching CNBC

Why it makes me happy - great documentary on the story of this great candy.....and I was just at the factory a week ago.

HappyUP!!! - chatting with friend

Why it happened - I made the call

Why it makes me happy - great to reconnect......we'll get together soon

HappyUP!!! - great inbound phone call

Why it happened - it was out of the blue

Why it makes me happy - another visitation coming in the near future. Always great to reconnect....awesome

HappyUP!!! Day 1861

HappyUP!!! - dinner with a friend

Why it happened - took advantage of the opportunity

Why it makes me happy - we had a great night out

HappyUP!!! - 3 wood on 1

Why it happened - I had a miscue

Why it makes me happy - the "driver off the deck" is always questionable.....boy...did I hit that one like a hack.....it left me a MILE away from the first green........but that 3 wood blast found the putting green.....nice!

HappyUP!!! - 14

Why it happened - course management

Why it makes me happy - I don't know why I don't birdie this hole more...it's a shorty. Today, I played it textbook perfect.

HappyUP!!! Day 1860

HappyUP!!! - nice round in the wind

Why it happened - things have been coming around

Why it makes me happy - when the winds come....and they came today....it can be problematic. I put a very nice round together

HappyUP!!! - 9 iron recovery on 18

Why it happened - I have a touch of skill

Why it makes me happy - I had to hit a low, running shot under a tree.....judged it just right....ending up 3 feet from the hole......THUS ending the match!

HappyUP!!! - Home Depot

Why it happened - I needed some stuff

Why it makes me happy - they had everything.....I was in and out in an extremely short period of time.

JollyJottings

Brekko

Early duty

Nice round in the wind

8 out of 9 greens hit on the front....4 more on the back...darn close to 5....hey...that's a good ball striking day for me

5 iron/9 iron 1...drive/wedge 2....flop 3....drive/hybrid 4....6 iron 5....drive/wedge 6...drive 8 iron 7....hybrid/putt 8....drive/wedge 9.....drive/hybrid/wedge 10...drive 11....drive/wedge/putt 13....4 iron/chip/putt 14.....recovery shot 15....recovery 18

Getting the filters

A calendar reminder

HappyUP!!! Day 1859

HappyUP!!! - doing some caregiving

Why it happened - a friend was ill

Why it makes me happy - whenever you offer to do something for others, it always pays you back in happiness

HappyUP!!! - brekko

Why it happened - a guy has to eat

Why it makes me happy - got a little McDonalds this morning....I don't do that often....delicious as usual

HappyUP!!! - house guest

Why it happened - my friend needed help

Why it makes me happy - love having this furry friend over

HappyUP!!! Day 1858

HappyUP!!! - starting on time

Why it happened - we had a project

Why it makes me happy - I LOVE it when a workman shows up on time

HappyUP!!! - efficient craftsmanship

Why it happened - my buddy is a pro

Why it makes me happy - I MIGHT have been able to do this on my own......but not with NEAR the efficiency that occurred today. Well worth a few bucks

HappyUP!!! - a welcome invitation

Why it happened - it happens

Why it makes me happy - it just did today.....it really did

JollyJottings

Starting on time

Very efficient workmanship

Things couldn't have come out better

An invitation later in the day

HappyUP!!! Day 1857

HappyUP!!! - the Phillipines

Why it happened - Toastmasters

Why it makes me happy - heard a GREAT speech about the Phillipines this morning. Very enriching

HappyUP!!! - great practice session

Why it happened - I needed it

Why it makes me happy - definitely put some quality work in today

HappyUP!!! - calamari

Why it happened - it was on the Wed menu

Why it makes me happy - the club has some excellent calamari. I hadn't had it out there is awhile. Good company too!

JollyJottings

Great first time Toastmaster

Getting things set up for tomorrow

Great practice session

Calamari

Super speech

HappyUP!!! Day 1856

HappyUP!!! - knocking out training

Why it happened - it was made available

Why it makes me happy - I did my part to help my clubs reach their goals

HappyUP!!! - painting help from my little buddy

Why it happened - he wanted to

Why it makes me happy - it was a good time for us to be together.....even though I had to do a lot of coaching on how to paint

HappyUP!!! - great speech

Why it happened - Toastmasters

Why it makes me happy - a very heartwarming delivery from one of our experienced speakers.....and a great evaluation

HappyUP!!! Day 1855

HappyUP!!! - great coffee

Why it happened - we set it up

Why it makes me happy - I don't drink a lot of coffee......but......when I do......I really enjoy it like I did today.

HappyUP!!! - bunker shot 17

Why it happened - I messed up

Why it makes me happy - life is about RECOVERY...and so is golf. Man...I messed up....could have "phoned in the loss"....but MADE the great shot from the bunker to keep things alive

HappyUP!!! - dog show

Why it happened - a replay

Why it makes me happy - I always love the Westminster Dog Show......seeing breeds that I have never heard about.....sooooooo coooool. Yeah...dog peeps are weird...but it's a good weird

JollyJottings

Morning family time

Great coffee

Drive/4 iron 1.....8 iron punch 2.....4 iron/wedge 4....8 iron hold off 5...drive 6....7 iron 7....hybrind 10...drive 11....drive/wedge/putt 13....drive/wedge 14.....up and down 15....6 iron 16.....bunker shot 17...drive/3 wood/wedge 18

Weather

HappyUP!!! Day 1854

HappyUP!!! - a factory tour

Why it happened - had time on my hands

Why it makes me happy - beautiful weather....interesting place....car time....just a nice day

HappyUP!!! - delicious brekko

Why it happened - a guy has to eat

Why it makes me happy - I love brekko out........but brekko is as easy to be better than out having it at home......yep.....that was IT on this Sunday morning

HappyUP!!! - gorgeous weather

Why it happened - it's weather

Why it makes me happy - we would have had fun no matter what.......but......when the weather is soooooo perfect......it makes it soooo much better

JollyJottings

Delicious brekko

A factory tour

Gorgeous weather

Nice day for a drive

HappyUP!!! Day 1853

HappyUP!!! - coffee

Why it happened - it was there

Why it makes me happy - I'm not a "coffee every day" kind of guy....a cup and a half this morning was perfect

HappyUP!!! - send off time

Why it happened - waking up

Why it makes me up - it's always great to be sent off on your day with a kiss and a hug

HappyUP!!! - 3 birdies on the back 9

Why it happened - some good shots...and putts

Why it makes me happy - I was swing man today....getting slaughtered on the front 9. Both of the teams I was on came back to win the back 9...and the overall....not bragging....but mostly due to my VERY strong back 9.

HappyUP!!! - hole 18

Why it happened - a skillful shot and a great putt

Why it makes me happy - it's always great to come through at the very end....and....I did today. That little recovery shot I hit......well......I could drop 10 balls and not do any better than I did today.

JollyJottings

Coffee

Wake up

Brekko sandwich

6 iron on 1.....7 iron on 2....bunker shot 4...9 iron 5....drive/pitch 6....bunker shot 8....hybrid 9....wedge/putt 10....4 iron 11....break 12....drive/wedge/putt 13.....4 iron/wedge 14....putt 16....recovery shot/putt 18

Time with the guys

HappyUP!!! Day 1852

HappyUP!!! - trip to Home Depot

Why it happened - doing some renovation

Why it makes me happy - we knocked that puppy out in no time

HappyUP!!! - prime time

Why it happened - see above

Why it makes me happy - I used to love to painting around the house. Later in life, I feel more magnanimous. Life has been good to me and I would rather let others do it.....though I have the time.......I look at it as giving. Still, I feel the need to get out the brush on occasion. My prep skills are still there.

HappyUP!!! - dinner with friends

Why it happened - a favor was needed

Why it makes me happy - a nice night out..it's what makes life rich

JollyJottings

HappyUP!!! Day 1851

HappyUP!!! - nice conversation

Why it happened - girding up

Why it makes me happy - always great to help a friend

HappyUP!!! - great reading

Why it happened - I read

Why it makes me happy - reading keeps me centered....it reminds me of the GREAT things in life. I don't always need that........rarely do actually.......but I love keeping my tank as full as I can

HappyUP!!! - Kings invitation

Why it happened - a friend

Why it makes me happy - a great night at a Kings game coming up on someone else's dime...someone I really like........niiiiizzzzze

HappyUP!!! Day 1850

HappyUP!!! - two awesome speeches

Why it happened - it's another meeting

Why it makes me happy - got good insurance info....and a life lesson.......educational and enriching....WELL worth my time

HappyUP!!! - a dropoff

Why it happened - doing a favor

Why it makes me happy - always makes my heart happy to start my day with this favor

HappyUP!!! - chicken sandwich

Why it happened - I made chicken on Monday

Why it makes me happy - I made a lot of food on Monday....hadn't eaten the chicken....man....was THAT a great piece of poultry to slide into a couple of bread slices. It's no wonder my little buddy had told me that he LOVED that chicken on Monday night. Great food!

JollyJottings

Wake up and coffee

A Pekinese

A drop off

Two awesome speeches

Giving a great table topic

Chicken Sandwich

HappyUP!!! Day 1849

HappyUP!!! - delivering a great talk

Why it happened - I put some of me into it

Why it makes me happy - the members loved it

HappyUP!!! - great lunch

Why it happened - my friend planned it

Why it makes me happy - soooooo relaxing....soooooo relaxing

HappyUP!!! - picking up the goods

Why it happened - it was a day off

Why it makes me happy - the "pickup" enjoyed us both doing it....family time

JollyJottings

Delivering a great talk

Giving gifts to the members

A wonderful lunch

An afternoon pickup

Hanging out

Dinner with the boys

An invitation

HappyUP!!! Day 1848

HappyUP!!! - a trip to the mall

Why it happened - I got an idea

Why it makes me happy - no crowds....lots accomplished....very efficient time usage....a great run!

HappyUP!!! - cooking

Why it happened - had some time on a Monday afternoon

Why it makes me happy - I made a couple of dishes.....delicious.....and I should be set for the week

HappyUP!!! - pulling off a caper

Why it happened - I can be sly and crafty at times

Why it makes me happy - there is nothing like a good, happy surprise for your friends

JollyJottings

Coming up with an idea

Writing a speech

Cooking

Pulling of "a caper"

Rain

Pooch time

Phone convo

Anticipation

HappyUP!!! Day 1847

HappyUP!!! - 5 iron on 12

Why it happened - practice

Why it makes me happy - the pin was tucked back left...over a sand trap. If you have some skill, you should try to hit the ball on the right side of the green and make the ball curve over to the pin. That way...if you hit it straight...the ball is still on the green. Long story short....the high draw is NOT a shot I can usually pull off on command....so I rarely try it. I have worked on it on the range a bit....so I gave it a whirl.....and darn near made an ACE!

HappyUP!!! - Grammy's

Why it happened - it's once a year

Why it makes me happy - how many awesome moments were on that show this year? Beach Boys....McCartney.....Springsteen.....Jennifer Hudson.......and....Adele (and band) just knockin and rockin it out of the ballpark with In The Deep

HappyUP!!! - nice fog

Why it happened - weather

Why it makes me happy - we have not had a lot of moisture this year....so not much fog. It was nice to see. Usually, the fog produces a rather miserable "wet cold" but I found it to be very pleasant temperature wise.

JollyJottings

Wedge 1....punch 7 on 2....hybrid 3.....wedge on 4....8 iron 5....drive 7....driver off deck 9....7 iron 10...7 iron 11...5 iron high draw 12....9 iron 13.....3 wood/wedge 15....putt 17

Nice foggy morning

AT&T final round

Grammys

HappyUP!!! Day 1846

HappyUP!!! - 3 birdies

Why it happened - good short iron control

Why it makes me happy - I've been doing some work in this area. It doesn't always happen....when your work carries over into the field of play. Very encouraging stuff

HappyUP!!! - 5 iron on 8

Why it happened - swing the club better

Why it makes me happy - I wasn't thinking this club could get me to the pin. I striped it. You can hit a good shot in golf....but still not properly strike the ball. When you do both....heaven! I actually hit it past the hole

HappyUP!!! - delicious dinner

Why it happened - I made a request

Why it makes me happy - nothing like a little good old fashioned comfort food. I hadn't had this dish in forever and it was OUTSTANDING! Beef Stoganoff...siiiiiggghhh

JollyJottings

3 birdies

Nice wedge control

Drive/hybrid 1.....9 iron 2 (birdie)...putt on 3....wedge/putt 4 (birdie)....punch 5 on 6....6 iron 7....5 iron 8...putt on 9....wedge 10....6 iron 11....wedge/putt 15 (birdie)....6 iron 17.....6 iron 18

Delicious dinner

Some quiet time

HappyUP!!! Day 1845

HappyUP!!! - chinese takeout

Why it happened - hungry

Why it makes me happy - Wor WonTon Soup....egg rolls....crab puffs.....what's not to like about that on occasion. Just what the doctor ordered

HappyUP!!! - Home Depot

Why it happened - I had a list

Why it makes me happy - some of the items I was acquiring are not "regular" items....yet, I easily found or was quickly directed to all of them. Great run!

HappyUP!!! - Social Network

Why it happened - felt like watching a flick

Why it makes me happy - I kept meaning to see this story about the creation of Facebook. I have seen some specials on Mark Zuckerberg. I had never seen the movie. Cool flick

JollyJottings

Chinese takeout

A Home Depot run

Good info from paint store

Social Network

HappyUP!!! Day 1844

HappyUP!!! - Pebble Beach

Why it happened - AT&T Pro Am

Why it makes me happy - nope.....I'm not there....but just seeing that piece of land and sea under glorious skies is so stunning. It takes me back to playing there a couple of times....in the State Amateur once...with my brother on another day. It really is one of the most spectacular places on earth

HappyUP!!! - hitting balls

Why it happened - weather pretty much

Why it makes me happy - I've had a touch of a sinus thing...maybe a cold....so I have been keeping things "on the low." I decided to head over to the practice area and hit a few balls. A short session...but a great one.....and took my furry pal along with me

HappyUP!!! - sleep

Why it happened - nasal spray

Why it makes me happy - I didn't get much sleep at all night before last. I got my hands on some nasal spray yesterday that did the trick AMAZINGLY

HappyUP!!! Day 1833

HappyUP!!! - great toastmaster today

Why it happened - she is a PRO!

Why it makes me happy - this is one of our newer members. She was leading the meeting for the first time.........and no one would have guessed. VERY smooth. She obviously has been paying attention to people that have modeled for her. Awesome job

HappyUP!!! - a solution

Why it happened - that light bulb went off

Why it makes me happy - a problem....a neighbor I like who has skill and time...and me. That formula adds up to a very creative solution to a house project I am about to embark on.

HappyUP!!! - easy sanding

Why it happened - I have a sander

Why it makes me happy - I hadn't used this tool in years. I had totally forgotten how good a job it does. On this project, it is going to make things a breeze and cut down on a bit of the elbow grease I was forecasting I would need to use

JollyJottings

Great Toastmaster

3 Great speeches

A solution...and a neighbor...win win

Easy sanding

HappyUP!!! Day 1832

HappyUP!!! - member stepping up

Why it happened - our president was absent

Why it makes me happy - I love initiative. Our Toastmaster just dove in and performed the president's role in the meeting....no asking...no fumbling.....he just did it

HappyUP!!! - Grout Medic

Why it happened - I called

Why it makes me happy - I was thinking of going a certain way with a project around the house. I had these people referred to me. Oh yeah..........saved me some coin...the tile and grout look great! The person even called ahead to say he was running early and if it would be OK to start early

HappyUP!!! - table topics

Why it happened - Toastmasters

Why it makes me happy - they were awesome questions today....and....OK.....the fact that I won as best tabletopics speaker today may have led to this inclusion (not that I really pay attention to such a base thing as competition, of course)

JollyJottings

Member stepping in for prez

TableTopics

Creative speeches

Grout Medic

HappyUP!!! Day 1831

HappyUP!!! - clouds rolling in

Why it happened - it looks like rain

Why it makes me happy - we really NEED the rain.....I have grown quite fond of drinking water and showering...ESPECIALLY in the summer

HappyUP!!! - FedEx Office

Why it happened - I needed copies

Why it makes me happy - I really appreciate the setup that they have

HappyUP!!! - laundry DONE

Why it happened - it had to be done

Why it makes me happy - you know, once it is done, folded, and put away....and the hamper is totally empty.....even if it's just for a few hours.......it brings me joy!

JollyJottings

Clouds rolling in

HappyUP!!! Day 1830

HappyUP!!! - seeing my nephew

Why it happened - he dropped by

Why it makes me happy - it's one of my monthly highlights when I get a chance to see him for a bit

--------in honor of the SuperBowl....PigSkins (yes, that would be stuffed potatoes wrapped in bacon)

HappyUP!!! - birdies

Why it happened - a couple of good wedges...and better putts

Why it makes me happy - money makers

HappyUP!!! - Super Bowl

Why it happened - we do that in America

Why it makes me happy - this game can be a yawner....not today.....held everyone's interest.....right up to the last pass

JollyJottings

Wedge on 1....4 iron 2....7 iron 5....wedge on 6....5 iron 8.....putt 10....9 iron 13....wedge/putt 15...putt 18

Super Bowl

Kyle Stanley

HappyUP!!! Day 1829

HappyUP!!! - late tee time

Why it happened - we tried something different

Why it makes me happy - it allowed me to have a very relaxed, lazy morning

HappyUP!!! - brekko

Why it happened - see the above

Why it makes me happy - my weekend breakfast is usually a little rushed. It was nice to sit down and enjoy a delicious one

HappyUP!!! - chicken and brussels

Why it happened - I got an invitation

Why it makes me happy - THIS was some GOOD eats!

JollyJottings

Late tee time

Brekko

A lot of great shots (7 iron on 9)

Chicken and brussels

Fun games in the evening

HappyUP!!! Day 1828

HappyUP!!! - best round at my club

Why it happened - hitting 15 greens helped

Why it makes me happy - it feels so good to be striking the ball like a real golfer again. I had made a couple changes in the address position and something in the takeaway. It's getting me in a better position at the top to "strike!"

HappyUP!!! - belt promotion

Why it happened - my friend has been working hard

Why it makes me happy - it has to be a thrill to keep on moving up with those belts. Very happy for him

HappyUP!!! - the competition

Why it happened - everyone played well

Why it makes me happy - it doesn't happen that often to have everyone in the foursome playing well to OK. Usually, someone is having a bad day. Not today

JollyJottings

Punch shot into 1......wedge/putt 2....3 wood/chip 3....punch/wedge/putt 4....7 iron/2 putt 5...drive/wedge 6....drive/7iron/putt on 7....4 iron 8...drive/7 iron 9....punch shot 10....drive/wedge 13....hybrid/wedge 14....drive/wedge 15 and 16....6 iron 17...drive/3 wood/hold off wedge/2 putt 18

Great weather

Great golf group...all played well

A belt promotion

An evening invitation

So lucky

HappyUP!!! Day 1827

HappyUP!!! - great practice session

Why it happened - I had some time

Why it makes me happy - good things are coming out on the links

HappyUP!!! - surprising an old friend

Why it happened - a funeral

Why it makes me happy - there was no way this old pal expected me to show up....and I know it meant a lot at a hard time that I did

HappyUP!!! - haircut

Why it happened - hey....I groom!

Why it makes me happy - don't you always feel better after a nice haircut? I sure do

HappyUP!!! Day 1826

HappyUP!!! - coffee with my bud

Why it happened - it had been awhile

Why it makes me happy - various things had prevented us from grabbing a cup in awhile. Glad we got back together

HappyUP!!! - Coin Star

Why it happened - I was in the neighborhood

Why it makes me happy - 4000 pennies........gone from my house.....and so easy

HappyUP!!! - Tomatillo Chicken

Why it happened - I made dinner

Why it makes me happy - I've made this one about 4 times.....and it is always delicious.....even with the low fat sour cream this time

JollyJottings

Coffee with my bud

A new look

Wonderful TM meeting

Coin Star...what a surprise

Brekko sandwich

Trip to the Sunflower

Tomatillo Chicken

Using the rice cooker

HappyUP!!! Day 1825

HappyUP!!! - a returning member

Why it happened - she got done with a project

Why it makes me happy - GREAT to see this member again....and she came bearing OUTSTANDING news. Very happy for her

HappyUP!!! - slapping fuzzy

Why it happened - it was a gorgeous morning

Why it makes me happy - I hadn't been out on the courts in awhile. While very rusty, it was good exercise to bat it around a little

HappyUP!!! - Dunch

Why it happened - my best pals

Why it makes me happy - I was just minding my own business here at the homestead...and...voilia.....DUNCH was delivered! Nice to put the last meal of the day down around 4.

JollyJottings

Toastmasters

A returning member

Gorgeous weather

Slapping a little fuzzy

An unexpected Dunch

HappyUP!!! Day 1824

HappyUP!!! - making someone's day

Why it happened - I was thinking

Why it makes me happy - little gestures mean soooo much to people....especially on certain days

HappyUP!!! - appointment set

Why it happened - I made the call

Why it makes me happy - I have a little project...the fact I got a call back on the day after the big home show tells me a lot about this worker. Looking forward to getting the job done

HappyUP!!! - top down driving with my buddy

Why it happened - he pushed the button

Why it makes me happy - I LOVE having a convertible here in California. That top gets dropped at least once in every month.....a LOT of top dropping this month.

HappyUP!!! - tip testing

Why it happened - it comes up on occasion

Why it makes me happy - it was a PASS! ....on to the next belt! I'm very proud tonight.

JollyJottings

Appointment set with repairman

Chat with a contractor

Gorgeous weather to walk the pooch

Top down driving with my buddy

Kovars

Delicious dinner

Making someone's day

HappyUP!!! Day 1823

HappyUP!!! - a later tee time

Why it happened - happenstance

Why it makes me happy - I was a little preoccupied this morning....running a little late for my tee time....or so I thought....it turns out we had a time that 20 minutes later....ahhhh....just the break I needed

HappyUP!!! - Fantasy Golf WIN

Why it happened - got lucky

Why it makes me happy - I not only won with the small group 2 weeks in a row...but I got a win in the BIG group too....wooooohoooo!

HappyUP!!! - coffee

Why it happened - I do that sometimes

Why it makes me happy - nothing better than Sunday morning coffee with my best friend

HappyUP!!! - stupendous weather

Why it happened - who knows

Why it makes me happy - yeah....I guess one could be on a tropical beach....or a So Cal coast...but....for January......wow!!!....this day WAS it!

JollyJottings

A later tee time

Wedge 1...wedge/putt 3...3 wood/wedge 4...8 iron 5...flop 6...buried bunker shot 7....4 iron 8...5 iron 9...flop 11...5 iron 12....high hook 7 iron 13....9 iron 14....wedge 15...6 iron 18

Gorgeous weather

Chat with dear friend

HappyUP!!! Day 1822

HappyUP!!! - dinner

Why it happened - have to eat

Why it makes me happy - delicious fare....wonderful company....ohhhh....so good

HappyUP!!! - 6 iron on 12

Why it happened - made a great pass

Why it makes me happy - Buddy had it in there tight from 170 yards......and I managed to get it inside him........and draining the putt for birdie was kind of sweet

HappyUP!!! - 6 iron on 13

Why it happened - I'm making better passes

Why it makes me happy - the drive wasn't long...but it was straight....and the 6 iron to that back pin was like a laser....7 feet from the pin

JollyJottings

9 iron on 1....putt on 3...wedge/putt 4....bunker shot/putt 5....8 iron 6...6 iron 7.....chip 8...putt 9....6 iron 10...6 iron 12....6 iron 13....hybrid 14...drive 15....drive 16....6 iron 17....drive/hybrid 18

Brilliant weather

Great companionship

Nice day of Fantasy Golf

Breakfast

Life

HappyUP!!! Day 1821

HappyUP!!! - putt on 17

Why it happened - I hit a good one

Why it makes me happy - I was on the ropes.....sun in eyes...shadows made the putt impossible to read....I needed this one....hadn't been putting that well.....and drained this 25 footer. I don't do it often....well...never....but I had to give that one a little fist pump.

HappyUP!!! - time with my best guys

Why it happened - it's golf

Why it makes me happy - love THIS foursome when we tee it up. Nobody played terrible today....nobody tore it up...it was excellent competition down to the end

HappyUP!!! - a great lunch

Why it happened - it soooo needed to

Why it makes me happy - my dear friend and bestie got together....boy did they need to catch up....it puts them in a better place.....and I LOVE it when my friends have an outstanding day.

JollyJottings

Drive...9 iron..putt 1....drive 2....punch/wedge 3....drive/hybrid/wedge/putt 4....punch/chip on 5....drive 6 and 7.....4 iron 8.....drive/8 iron/2 putt on 9.....punch shot 10.....punch shot 11....knock down 12...7 iron/putt 13.....recovery shot 15.....putt 17

Time with my guys

Laughs about loser antics

HappyUP!!! Day 1820

HappyUP!!! - finding a headcover

Why it happened - serendipity

Why it makes me happy - kind of wrote this one off when I got to the course today....hey....THAT happens to headcovers. Then, when I wasn't even looking, I found it. Don't you love it when that happens. It's a momentary wave of "alright!" LOVE that!

HappyUP!!! - a couple of birdies

Why it happened - putting

Why it makes me happy - birdies and pars are the name of the game.....and birdies are the rarer. HappyUP!!!

HappyUP!!! - great bunker shot on 3

Why it happened - I picked a better club

Why it makes me happy - long bunker shots are tricky.....put this one within 4 feet of the hole....walked off the most difficult hole on the course with my par

HappyUP!!! - new playing companions

Why it happened - I played on a different day

Why it makes me happy - got to play 9 with the pro's son....and another nice guy that I hadn't met. Played 27 with a guy I've only played with once. NICE to expand the group of friends....I'll play with all of these guys again.

HappyUP!!! Day 1819

HappyUP!!! - range time

Why it happened - I hadn't played in awhile

Why it makes me happy - things seem to be working. Great seeing an old friend, one of my regulars, and getting some quality work done

HappyUP!!! - 3 speeches

Why it happened - Toastmasters

Why it makes me happy - it wasn't a huge crowd.....but...as above...quality work was done and THOSE speakers stretched today...EVERY one of them. A rubber band...once stretched...never returns to it's previous state. The same holds for those speakers today

HappyUP!!! - rice, mushrooms, and spinach

Why it happened - it's dinnertime

Why it makes me happy - glad to get an invite to a succulent repast

JollyJottings

3 speeches

Nice turnout

Sending a thank you to our district

A funny joke

Gorgeous day

Some time on the range....time with friends

Rice, mushrooms, and spinach

Fabulous movie

HappyUP!!! Day 1818

HappyUP!!! - a new member

Why it happened - we are a good group

Why it makes me happy - this person is an experienced Toastmaster. She knew what she was looking for. Happy we could provide it.

HappyUP!!! - golf invitation from Zube

Why it happened - I was thought of

Why it makes me happy - who doesn't like being thought of

HappyUP!!! - fresh bread

Why it happened - I own a breadmaker now

Why it makes me happy - the smell of bread baking in a kitchen......yeah....that is a HappyUP!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 1817

HappyUP!!! - rain...rain...rain

Why it happened - weather

Why it makes me happy - we have seen so little of this.....and I do like to drink water year round...especially in the summer. As I was doing all of my errands, meeting friends, picking up/dropping off.....I appreciated every drop

HappyUP!!! - coffee with a friend

Why it happened - he insisted

Why it makes me happy - this is kind of a new buddy. We have a ton in common. I was thrilled that he pushed to meet with me. Glad we got to spend quality time...very enriching.

HappyUP!!! - Monday Man

Why it happened - I help out

Why it makes me happy - I did a LOT today...more than usual....and drank in so many precious moments while doing so.

HappyUP!!! Day 1816

HappyUP!!! - great game

Why it happened - football gets played

Why it makes me happy - no, the outcome was not as hoped.........but a GREAT time was had watching the game......lots of excitement. An athletic event was being played at highest level...with every player laying it out there to their utmost. Awesome

HappyUP!!! - fantasy golf

Why it happened - I won this week

Why it makes me happy - it is very economically advantageous to get a win. This one did not seem likely. I came from behind on the final round.

HappyUP!!! - morning business

Why it happened - leftover from Sat Night fun

Why it makes me happy - there was just SO MUCH happiness that occurred Sat night. Picking up the easy remnants......just made me smile. Great times!

HappyUP!!! Day 1815

HappyUP!!! - sleeping in

Why it happened - cloudy skies

Why it makes me happy - didn't want to chance the weather.....it was awesome to laze around a bit....and take full advantage of the weekend morning off the golf course

HappyUP!!! - GREAT movie

Why it happened - I go on occasion

Why it makes me happy - this movie is a BIG ONE....without much said. The costumes, the music, the storyline.....all so PERFECT. Just loved it

HappyUP!!! - an unexpected twist

Why it happened - boys will be boys

Why it makes me happy - the night changed from one plan....to a radical one in another direction.......and......it was awesome fun!

HappyUP!!! Day 1814

HappyUP!!! - rain

Why it happened - weather

Why it makes me happy - we SOOOOOO needed rain all day. Everything just seems dry. We needed the moisture

HappyUP!!! - storm

Why it happened - weather

Why it makes me happy - this was separate from the rain mentioned above. This was an all out STORMY night......so glad to be in such a warm place to enjoy the show

HappyUP!!! - sorting

Why it happened - it's a project

Why it makes me happy - I'm not a baseball card collector. Yet, I was handed this project. If I take on something, I do it! Made some head way today

HappyUP!!! Day 1813

HappyUP!!! - baseball cards

Why it happened - I dedicated the rainy day to it

Why it makes me happy - I inherited this set...MANY years ago...I'm not a collector of "stuff"...this person was....I have needed to honor that for years. Pretty much knocked it out today

HappyUP!!! - friends

Why it happened - I reached out regarding the above

Why it makes me happy - while wanting to honor....I also hate wasting time....so glad I got help from experts in the baseball card area

HappyUP!!!- "don't go"

Why it happened - I was leaving

Why it makes me happy - well.....this is one I will leave to myself....touched my heart

HappyUP!!! Day 1812

HappyUP!!! - tool shed

Why it happened - part of pre-storm clean up

Why it makes me happy - love getting things in order

HappyUP!!! - a special pickup/delivery

Why it happened - I received a request

Why it makes me happy - quality time with a special friend

HappyUP!!! - great speeches

Why it happened - Wed Toastmasters

Why it makes me happy - I am always in awe of this group that I helped start....and know...that what these people are putting together....is making a shift in their lives....for the better

JollyJottings

Tool shed

Garage door McGyver

Making a special delivery

Ready for the rain

Some great speeches

HappyUP!!! Day 1811

HappyUP!!! - alarm disarmed

Why it happened - staff was there

Why it makes me happy - didn't have to go "the long way"

HappyUP!!! - trip to the dump

Why it happened - see clutter message yesterday

Why it makes me happy - I have gone to "the dump" many many times....personally and professionally in my life.....I LOVE the setup my city has....I was in and out in no time....with a reasonable cost.....perfect....so different from the old days.

HappyUP!!! -3 great speeches

Why it happened - Toastmasters

Why it makes me happy - I just LOVE to hear people talk when they are prepared to do it

JollyJottings

TM 3 speeches....great TableTopics.....building disarmed before I got there

Trip to the dump

Tossing out stuff...so liberating

Research

Good cleanout session of out buildings

Getting ready for the storm

Pretty funny news

Another TJ winner in processed food

My cat is in

HappyUP!!! Day 1810

HappyUP!!! - lunch invite

Why it happened - friend

Why it makes me happy - so good to hear from this person....and looking forward to grub...been too long

HappyUP!!! - tidying up

Why it happened - kicked self in butt

Why it makes me happy - not "there" yet......but got a lot of clutter cleared today. It's not like I had a lot of it......but nice to rid myself of what I did have

HappyUP!!!-my bro

Why it happened - I picked up the phone

Why it makes me happy - it's great to have an older brother

HappUP!!! Day 1809

HappyUP!!! - birdie on 3

Why it happened - an excellent chip

Why it makes me happy - 3 is the toughest hole on the course.....and I've now birdied it two days in a row.....THAT is not going to happen too often

HappyUP!!! - fun with a friend

Why it happened - it had to do with pink golf balls

Why it makes me happy - we weren't playing together.....but we ended up slyly getting that pink ball back into each other's possession. What a crack up!

HappyUP!!! - Packer/Giant football

Why it happened - classic rivalry

Why it makes me happy - what a GREAT thing to come home to after golf. Yeah...it could have been a better game....closer....but it's still football at the highest level this year so far.

HappyUP!!! Day 1808

HappyUP!!! - seeing my bro's new place

Why it happened - I got invited

Why it makes me happy - his place...has been the "family base" for quite awhile....but...times dictate moving on. I was thrilled by the new place...soooo cool....love the lap pool...that I will use even if I have to hop the fence...LOL. Though old place is filled with memories....THIS is an awesome move.

HappyUP!!! - great 49er game

Why it happened - playoffs

Why it makes me happy - the cherry on top was that the Niners won...but, even if they hadn't, it was an awesome game...both teams laying it on the line....many lead changes in fourth quarter...it kept one on edge of seat......LIFE alive!

HappyUP!!! - three birdies

Why it happened - a little change in the swing

Why it makes me happy - golf game has been miserable.....but....you keep at it. I birdied the toughest hole on the course impressively....chipped in on another...made a great putt on another one......and even missed a close one on another hole that I should have made. Great day on the links

HappyUP!!! - the weather

Why it happened - it's weather

Why it makes me happy - it was SO GORGEOUS....and I am SOOO blessed to spend 4 hours out in it with friends....pinch myself.....it's just a blessing

HappyUP!!! - pro joined us on back 9

Why it happened - 49er game

Why it makes me happy - loved Buddy playing the front 9 with us...and lifting a 5er off off him in the process....he excused himself for the playoff game....one of my LONG time buds, the assistant pro, waited for our group so he could join us on the back 9. Such fun...and an honor.

JollyJottings

Lifting 5 from Buddy

Wedge on one

New setup working

Best round in awhile....despite a couple of bad breaks

Drive...6 iron...putt...birdie on 3...toughest hole on course

Chip in on 8

Birdie on 17

Drive....3 wood...wedge on 10

Drive.....wedge on 18

Splendid weather

48er game

Seeing my bro's new place

HappyUP!!! Day 1807

HappyUP!!! - our weather

Why it happened - it's weather

Why it makes me happy - well...there is a part of me that does not make me happy...we need the rain. Short of that...we might as well enjoy resort type weather in January

------nope.....40 years of golfing....and still no ace. I've seen a bunch of them.....even one that skipped off a pond....maybe someday

HappyUP!!! - ball in the air

Why it happened - I hit a beautiful shot

Why it makes me happy - HOPE....is a beautiful thing....this one had some hope to it....IF I was ever going to make a hole in one...this is the type of shot I would want it to be.

HappyUP!!! - Friday the 13th

Why it happened - calendar

Why it makes me happy - yeah...bad things can happen on this day.....I don't buy into it...they can happen any day. We have THREE of those coming up this year. If I was one to worry about that.....I would be shaking in my boots. GLAD I don't care about that jibberish

HappyUP!!! Day 1806

HappyUP!!! - clean car

Why it happened - I LOVE the self wash

Why it makes me happy - 2 bucks....and it's plenty good enough....cheaper than doing it at home, cheaper than sending it through the "wash monkeys", and a lot faster

HappyUP!!! - office progress

Why it happened - time to get things in order

Why it makes me happy - the clutter was building....got rid of that....now looking forward to getting it all dialed in right with furniture

HappyUP!!! - knocking off Toastmasters paperwork

Why it happened - I was a touch behind...time to hustle

Why it makes me happy - when I serve my clubs......it makes me happy

HappyUP!!! Day 1805

HappyUP!! - "it's gonna be a great day" text

Why it happened - my peeps were in a good mood

Why it makes me happy - it's always great to start a day with optimism

HappyUP!!! - 1 year celebration

Why it happened - our president was ON this

Why it makes me happy - this is not something I would plan....though I was part of the helping crew to put it together......what a great vision our leader had......a TREMENDOUS event! What a success!!

HappyUP!!! - using the license

Why it happened - favors need be done

Why it makes me happy - I like to help out.....glad I got this one done for someone today

HappyUP!!! - birdie on 17

Why it happened - a decent shot...and a great putt

Why it makes me happy - this little deal put me right back "in the hunt" today....desperately needed....at just the right moment.

JollyJottings

1 year celebration

Being honored

Gorgeous weather

Running an errand

punch on 6.....hybrid 8....punch 9.....birdie 10.....chip 11....wedge 13....putt 14.....6 iron 15.....punch/chip 16......6 iron 17.....drive 18

HappyUP!!! Day 1804

HappyUP!!! - water

Why it happened - someone needed some help

Why it makes me happy - can you imagine.....how nice it is .....to serve.....another...with the simple gift of water? I had that privilege

HappyUP!!! - adding spice

Why it happened - I had a minor role today

Why it makes me happy - it's always good to dress things up at Toastmasters

HappyUP!!! - 3 great speeches/3 great evaluation

Why it happened - we had a robust agenda

Why it makes me happy - people are moving on, doing what they are supposed to, and accomplishing things

HappyUP!!! - dinner

Why it happened - I whipped it up

Why it makes me happy - you can't beat this American Classic for dinner

HappyUP!!! Day 1803

HappyUP!!! - helping out

Why it happened - I often do

Why it makes me happy - the driver's license is the way I serve others

HappyUP!!! - something personal

Why it happened - comfortable

Why it makes me happy - can't share this one....can only make reference to it...but can only say that it was a nice arrow delivered to my heart. I was surprised it was shared.

HappyUP!!! - car washing

Why it happened - nice day...no rain in sight

Why it makes me happy - I got two out of the three done today....I'll knock the third one off tomorrow. Some people are anal about their car's look...and that's OK...I guess. I try not to obsess about external things. At same time, I don't like to be slobbish either. Definitely got some winter grime off the wheels today

HappyUP!!! - nice evening

Why it happened - sometimes planned....sometimes not

Why it makes me happy - the serendipity of the afternoon blending into the evening....into dinner....into relaxing...... was stupendous. What a wonderful day this turned out to be.

HappyUP!!! Day 1802

HappyUP!!! - Bronco/Steeler game

Why it happened - playoffs

Why it makes me happy - I LOVE an exciting contest...in the playoffs.....and, while my preference would have been the Steelers, I really don't care that much. I just love the excitement

HappyUP!!! - John S joining us

Why it happened - he needed a game

Why it makes me happy - we only had 3.....and a foursome is always better for a little team competition

HappyUP!!! - steadying the ship

Why it happened - who knows

Why it makes me happy - I was off to a bad start on the links today.....then some nice up and downs on 7, 8, 9....followed by a birdie on 10.....looked like great things.

HappyUP!!! Day 1801

HappyUP!!! - the return of the PGA tour

Why it happened - tis the season

Why it makes me happy - I love golf

HappyUP!!! - playoff football

Why it happened - it tis that season too

Why it makes me happy - OK....the games didn't make me that happy.....pretty much blowouts.....still entertaining

HappyUP!!! - getting done today

Why it happened - perserverance

Why it makes me happy - golf is not at it's most fun when the north wind is gusting over 30 mph.....but it sure was good to get it into the clubhouse....didn't play that bad all things considered....and the company was good

HappyUP!!! Day 1800

HappyUP!!! - the park

Why it happened - the boyz were assembling

Why it makes me happy - one NEVER gets too old for park time fun.....especially

in this incredible weather

HappyUP!!! - bunker shots

Why it happened - technique

Why it makes me happy - while I would prefer to NOT be in the bunkers, it happens. Threw a couple of QUALITY shots out of the kitty box today

HappyUP!!! - squeeking out a victory

Why it happened - steady, solid play

Why it makes me happy - I pay this guy more than he pays me....usually.....here's to 2012!

QuoteUP!!! 25 Eddie Rickenbauer

"There are no atheists in a lifeboat"

HappyUP!!! Day 1799

HappyUP!!! - visit from R

Why it happened - he stops by once a month

Why it makes me happy - I always love the visit

HappyUP!!! - visit from EO

Why it happened - he was in the neighborhood

Why it makes me happy - it was great to catch up and find some new things out

HappyUP!!! - making a special delivery

Why it happened - people were in a bind

Why it makes me happy - using the driver's license to help someone out is an easy one that I like to do

JollyJottings

Visit from R

Visit from EO

Watering

Weather

Making a special delivery

HappyUP!!! Day 1798

HappyUP!!! - Potatoes O'Brien....homemade spuds

Why it happened - made them a million times

Why it makes me happy - I have a potatoe peeler..... DeliciousUP!!!

HappyUP!!! - great meeting

Why it happened - Wed Toastmasters

Why it makes me happy - the first week back in a new year can be a little off....today was ANYTHING but...3 great speeches....superb evaluations....so proud to be part of this groups journey

HappyUP!!! - paperwork

Why it happened - I have responsibility

Why it makes me happy - I don't get paid to operate in the background.....and people don't know all I do...but I do...and that is all that matters

HappyUP!!! - leaves-be-gone

Why it happened - my city

Why it makes me happy - another leaf season has come and gone. Maybe one more "light rake" for the stragglers. I'm just happy that I raked the other day when I didn't feel like it.....as the big scooper made a surprise visit today

HappyUP!!! Day 1797

HappyUP!!! - helping a fallen friend

Why it happened - I was asked

Why it makes me happy - you always get more back when you do someone a favor

HappyUP!!! - Dean-o

Why it happened - I popped into his office

Why it makes me happy - I hadn't seen this guy in years.....and I was thrilled that he is doing so well.

HappyUP!!! - flexibility

Why it happened - a locked room

Why it makes me happy - no complaints from anyone...and a little improvisation....everyone had a great time.

JollyJottings

Toastmasters

2 great speeches

Flexibility with the crew

Speaking with Dean

Helping out a fallen friend

A bonus walk

Finding a needed item

DinnerUP

Nice stock market start to 2012

HappyUP!!! Day 1796

HappyUP!!! - relax time with the buds

Why it happened - holiday

Why it makes me happy - love my golfing friends....so many

HappyUP!!! - hot dog

Why it happened - I was hungry

Why it makes me happy - the Happy Shack makes one of the best dogs anywhere...and it was good today

HappyUP!!! - birdie on one

Why it happened - 3 good shots and a putt

Why it makes me happy - a GREAT start is always hopeful

JollyJottings

One more day of holiday

Taking care of my girl

Drive/hybrid/wedge 1.....punch 2....up and down 3....drive/hybrid/wedge 4....up and down 8....bunker shot 12...drive/6 iron 13....4 iron/9 iron/putt 14....pitch 15...drive/wedge 16

Relax time with my buds

Weather

Dyson mini vac

Hot dog

HappyUP!!! Day 1795 Sun NY Day

HappyUP!!! - gorgeous weather

Why it happened - the pattern continues

Why it makes me happy - what a perfect situation for the trip

HappyUP!!! - coming home

Why it happened - it's part of travelling

Why it makes me happy - as fun as away is....it's always good to come home

HappyUP!!! - the house back "together"

Why it happened - it was finally time

Why it makes me happy - I love it when....everyone....is back in the nest

HappyUP!!! New Years Day 2012

"Peeps get all jonesed up over New Year's Day...I understand it...but...it's silly....so NOT being a pessimist...U2 said it best..."NOTHING changes on New Years Day." The calendar is just a calendar....created by some guy...a guy no better than you or I.....at some time. EVERY day is New YOU's Day. If you want change, change ALWAYS happens in an instant. Jan 1 may not be THAT instant for you........but...IF....you want change....you WILL grab that instant....whenever it happens to be." - Me