HappyUP!!! Day 4955

HappyUP!!! - improvement in one day
Why it happened -YouTube
Why it makes me happy -I NEED to start using this service in better ways!!! WOW! I gotta do some Stevie Ray Vaughan in a month. I went, "really?" BUT....after watching some technique...I can do this. NO!!!....not the fancy lead stuff...but the rhythm and passable lead stuff.

HappyUP!!! -prioritizing to close out the year
Why it happened -I got to thinking
Why it makes me happy -I now KNOW where I will be spending the next month and a half....and probably most of January. Direction and vision

HappyUP!!! -tossing some stuff
Why it happened -making decisions
Why it makes me happy -I'm getting closer and closer to the nitty gritty. Still have a ways to go. The process is getting easier

HappyUP!!! -testing Boxy
Why it happened -I had a suspicion
Why it makes me happy -glad I got her on the trickle charger BEFORE she was totally depleted...and before I was jumping in on a planned drive! I'm getting a little smarter in my old age!

HappyUP!!! Day 4954

HappyUP!!! - Squeakers volunteered for the wheel
Why it happened -she likes it
Why it makes me happy -my goodness...she wasn't just on it...she attacked that sucker. She was flying. Good little kitty!

HappyUP!!! - teeth refresh
Why it happened -I do that
Why it makes me happy -great to see Nurse Ratchetina today and get caught up....and clean!

HappyUP!!! - birdie on 14
Why it happened -perfection
Why it makes me happy -the drive was straight...the wedge was low and spinny...and the putt was drained from the second I hit it. THAT is like heroin to a golfer

HappyUP!!! Day 4953

HappyUP!!! - Sgt came back
Why it happened -duties elsewhere complete
Why it makes me happy -FANTASTIC seeing this little lady this morning....and getting some help

HappyUP!!! - a guest inquiry
Why it happened - the mother ship does a great job
Why it makes me happy -  a new playmate?....we shall see!

HappyUP!!! - Qball on the wheel
Why it happened -he likes it?
Why it makes me happy -I have tempted the cats up there. It was amazing to see him take it on all by himself. This may have use after all

HappyUP!!! -3 speeches
Why it happened -dedicated members
Why it makes me happy - we were small in number today (odd)...but VERY long in value! Glad I was there

HappyUP!!! Day 4952

HappyUP!!! - seeing S and S again
Why it happened -golf tournament
Why it makes me happy - nice running into these guys. They live a different lifestyle than me....and that is OK. They do provide a bit of inspiration though

HappyUP!!! - S hitting the stick
Why it happened - who knows
Why it makes me happy -this dude does NOT even play golf....and he hit a GORGEOUS hybrid...high and straight...BAM!!!...almost jarred it! WOW!!! He was thrilled. Great to see

HappyUP!!! -home early
Why it happened -our host had to go
Why it makes me happy -that's all I needed to hear. I have been around for enough award dinners in my time

HappyUP!!! Day 4951

HappyUP!!! - Raider win
Why it happened -goal line stand
Why it makes me happy -while not too involved with NFL, the game was on in the background of where I was....and...in my core...I am Silver and Black (though I like the Niners too)

HappyUP!!! - putt on 18
Why it happened -I got good reads
Why it makes me happy -I think that was worth about two bets draining that 12 footer. The bunker shot (2nd attempt) was pretty nice too. Never give up...ya don't know what can happen!

HappyUP!!! - 5 iron on 17
Why it happened -who knows
Why it makes me happy -THAT was as flush as I can hit a shot. THAT type of contact only comes up so often. There was NO WAY I could get the ball to that back pin. I was just trying to get to the middle. Went all the way to the back edge

HappyUP!!! -leftover chicken
Why it happened -I got a care package the other day
Why it makes me happy -nice to finish it off within my "eating window." I am trying to intermittently fast. Tomorrow may be difficult. I did "OK" today.

HappyUP!!! Day 4950

HappyUP!!! - punch hook on 11
Why it happened -skillz
Why it makes me happy -THAT was an incredible shot. NO...not lucky!!! I can do that...I just don't all of the time

HappyUP!!! - birdie on 14
Why it happened -drive/hold off wedge/putt
Why it makes me happy -THAT was playing the hole perfectly...tee to green. Nice to break the birdie drought!!!

HappyUP!!! - nice clothing set up
Why it happened -I "get it"
Why it makes me happy -it was a little chilly when we teed off. I had some nice, non-restrictive layers going on. I peeled them down to short sleeves with my shorts as I basked in a gorgeous day

HappyUP!!! -talking with the doc
Why it happened -he was in the group
Why it makes me happy -always love playing with this guy! I always get some cool info. Add up LDL and HDL and divide by HDL.  You are cool if under 5...great if under 4.  My LDL, I thought, might be a touch high but, after doing the math, I'm looking GREAT!!!

JollyJottings
Chicken Piccata

HappyUP!!! Day 4949

HappyUP!!! - Nutter Cup
Why it happened -we do that
Why it makes me happy -always a joy to get to do this with the fam....very fortunate there. It's better when we kill the other side too!

HappyUP!!! - hitting a bunch of greens
Why it happened -it's coming back around
Why it makes me happy -I think I figured it out...same old thing....fall back into bad habits. It's homeostasis. Just have to keep working

HappyUP!!! - birthday dinner
Why it happened -Bro/Sis do that
Why it makes me happy -great food...meeting a current addition to the family...some trivia...nice

HappyUP!!! Day 4948

HappyUP!!! - chicken and ribs
Why it happened -Halloween gathering
Why it makes me happy -man...that was some great eating!  I will pay for it tomorrow...but that is tomorrow when the "holiday program" kicks in. LOVE the holiday program!

HappyUP!!! - just nailing the errands run
Why it happened -I wanted it
Why it makes me happy -I was SOOOO on it today. Routing...finding things at one place that saved me going to another. Even made a pleasant trip to the post office. Never used the self serve kiosk before. THAT was awesome!!!

HappyUP!!! - call from RK
Why it happened - he is displaced
Why it makes me happy - I just may get my golfing buddy back. This would be SOOOO awesome.

HappyUP!!! - new podcasts
Why it happened -I was forced into it
Why it makes me happy -love the one I found today. I can use it in my off time for awhile. Plus, got back into my own RTT recording!

HappyUP!!! Day 4947

HappyUP!!! - cat video training
Why it happened -I have a new toy
Why it makes me happy -oh yeah....this is going to be fun!!! I think it's going to work though

HappyUP!!! -getting the fanny kicking
Why it happened - ran into a buzz saw ...and I played bad
Why it makes me happy -it was a send off to a friend for awhile. Did we "lay down"? Hell no... but he will get a nice memory. GREAT group to play with today

HappyUP!!! - opening the upstairs
Why it happened -it was time
Why it makes me happy -more room to roam for the furry creatures. I like the doors being opened. I also created an innovative and convenient shoe storage system to try out!

HappyUP!!! - World Series
Why it happened -we do that
Why it makes me happy -well....it would have been great to have suspense in the bottom of the ninth. But, as we all know, nothing is perfect. The game was in the balance for a long time. A lot of stress on the systems.

HappyUP!!! Day 4946

HappyUP!!! - World Series
Why it happened -we do that
Why it makes me happy -the game wasn't that great....but we got a game 7 now!!! Give me the excitement!

HappyUP!!! - assembly cat furniture
Why it happened - I made myself
Why it makes me happy -OK...so it's not my fave thing to do....but...I did it! This is going to be fun

HappyUP!!! - waking up to new strings
Why it happened -a string broke yesterday
Why it makes me happy -usually, I just replace the broken one if it hasn't been too long. Not this time. And, when I picked my baby up this morning, she sounded suhhhhweeeet!

HappyUP!!! Day 4945

HappyUP!!! - Nutter Cup scheduled
Why it happened -my nephew has a day off
Why it makes me happy -oh yeah....it's on like Donkey Kong...can't wait

HappyUP!!! -a day of infamy
Why it happened -texting with a friend
Why it makes me happy -she "gets it"....and I will carry that as a flag this week into the Nutter Cup (see above)...its going to be a battle

HappyUP!!! - great food
Why it happened -I do that
Why it makes me happy - I put that dish together this morning...and it lasted all day. Yeah, it was kinda "pre-prepped"...but I made it fresh

HappyUP!!! - a turndown
Why it happened -an event was too full
Why it makes me happy -I'm already doing a charity deal next week...a charity I believe in. VERY happy not to have to do another one...hey...just being real

HappyUP!!! Day 4944

HappyUP!!! - kitty knocking on the door
Why it happened -an escape
Why it makes me happy - woke up early...sat down to the computer...."bam! bam! bam!" at my screen door! It reminded me of when I used to have an outdoor cat. Well, apparently, I have one again! The Puma must have escaped as I was in and out last night. Not sure how he KNEW how to knock on the screen door to get my attention....but I am SOOOOO thankful that he did....and that he didn't stray far from home. Hope he learned his lesson. He was quite angry (hurt/frightened) when he came inside.

HappyUP!!! -no golf
Why it happened -wind
Why it makes me happy -while I would have loved to play today....I LOVED the Sunday to myself...and not even thinking about going outside in that BS

HappyUP!!! -a new putter
Why it happened -a friend had one
Why it makes me happy -my old one died...can't be fixed...what a pleasant surprise that a friend had the same model in his garage...waiting for my hands. No...it won't be the exact same...but it will be close enough

HappyUP!!! Day 4943

HappyUP!!! - another Astro win
Why it happened -they are the better team
Why it makes me happy - 2 to 2...at their house. Finish it up

HappyUP!!! - Scallops and mushrooms
Why it happened -I cooked
Why it makes me happy -so easy...and so marvelous....just the best

HappyUP!!! -horserace
Why it happened -I had some time
Why it makes me happy -love going out and supporting and rooting my friends on. Good times!

HappyUP!!! Day 4942

HappyUP!!! - re-recording
Why it happened -I was motivated
Why it makes me happy -I don't usually do "another take" for a client...but...she had a tech issue yesterday. I'm glad I got some time to improve my work

HappyUP!!! - a brother
Why it happened -my golf buddy has one
Why it makes me happy -what a delight to play with this guest. Lovely

HappyUP!!! -Astros win
Why it happened -they are better than the Nats
Why it makes me happy -I so don't want anything good happening for Washington DC. Love Altuve!

HappyUP!!! Day 4941

HappyUP!!! - amp trick
Why it happened -I talked to a guitar god
Why it makes me happy -who would have thought...plugging my tiny little practice "personal" amp...into my "regular amp that I hate and never gives me the sound I want"....would cure the entire problem. I got a nice buzz going on now...without having to spend a dime

HappyUP!!! - client session
Why it happened -I help people
Why it makes me happy -THIS client is going to be the testomonial of all time. I did some great work!

HappyUP!!! -"fixing" my dishwasher
Why it happened -I looked at owners manual
Why it makes me happy -I have had this problem before...but my previous cures were not working. The solution?...oh...don't laugh....it ended up being "close the door harder"! Saved myself $80 on that little check

HappyUP!!! Day 4940

HappyUP!!! - recovering
Why it happened -my  constitution?
Why it makes me happy -I woke up feeling very weird. I almost cancelled on golf...but I had a feeling I could 'walk it off"...and I did. No sickness...just a weird wake up...vertigo like...man...I NEVER want that!!!

HappyUP!!! - chicken chorizo and eggs
Why it happened -it was in the fridge
Why it makes me happy -it was absolutely delicious!....thats all I have to say!

HappyUP!!! - near ace
Why it happened -skill?
Why it makes me happy - high winds...didn't know if I had the right club...the ball was in the air forever....DEAD on line with the pin...."maybe?"....came up 3 feet short...but it was exciting for a bit

HappyUP!!! Day 4939

HappyUP!!! - neighbor visit
Why it happened -she was walking by
Why it makes me happy -I don't often get a chance to talk with this one. I learned a lot about her.

HappyUP!!! -World Series
Why it happened -we do that
Why it makes me happy -even though I have no skin in the game....and feel that baseball takes waaaaaaaaay too long (*I have a fix for that), I will always watch when the stakes are high for any athletic endeavor! BatterUP!!!

*cut the innings to 7

HappyUP!!! - Facebook
Why it happened -I had to get it out there
Why it makes me happy -I don't do much FB. Today, I had to say my piece. I won't be commenting again on the topic. By and large, I won't pay much heed to the replies. It just needed to leave me

HappyUP!!! -Dom and the Amp chat
Why it happened -I asked for help
Why it makes me happy - knowledgeable dude....and he gave me a lot of insight

HappyUP!!! Day 4938

HappyUP!!! - 8 hours sleep
Why it happened -I'm not sure
Why it makes me happy -I usually sleep a LOT less than that! I find it interesting when, all of a sudden, I pop off a longer one. Do I feel better? Hmmmmmm...I don't know. It is just great to have the luxury of allowing the body to do it's thing

HappyUP!!! - a call to service
Why it happened -something came up for a friend
Why it makes me happy -if my friend's wife is called to do a good deed which causes my friend to take care of the kids, it's like I did the good deed when I took over a task my friend could no longer complete. Mark me up for another round of sainthood

HappyUP!!! - great walk
Why it happened -sunshine
Why it makes me happy -LOVE the fall...even if it is still a bit warmer. Just stunning out there today

HappyUP!!! Day 4937

HappyUP!!! - filling the group
Why it happened -an unlikely 4th
Why it makes me happy -always better when we are full.....great company

HappyUP!!! - expert shots
Why it happened -I have skillz
Why it makes me happy - that up and down from behind 16 was fabulous...and that birdie putt on 15 was pretty good too

HappyUP!!! - 49ers keep rolling
Why it happened -nobody knows
Why it makes me happy -I am sooooooo happy that my football friends are happy and have pleasant things to talk about.

HappyUP!!! Day 4936

HappyUP!!! - bunker shot 4
Why it happened - skills
Why it makes me happy - probably the hardest shot in golf....55 yards out of a bunker...stuffed it and made the putt. THAT gets everyone's attention

HappyUP!!! -  Wunderlust
Why it happened - I got off my butt
Why it makes me happy -great to see the band out at the winery. Visiting with my good friends

HappyUP!!! -Astros
Why it happened -Altuve...and some defense
Why it makes me happy -THAT might have been one of the greatest games of all time. They WILL be doing a documentary on that one. Later Yankees!

HappyUP!!! Day 4935

HappyUP!!! - cutting the loss
Why it happened -we picked it up
Why it makes me happy -WOW!...after 9 holes, there was no happiness. Went to the whip for a stronger finish

HappyUP!!! - Yankees and Astros
Why it happened -it's the playoffs
Why it makes me happy -another great game. Cant wait for it to wrap up tomorrow night

HappyUP!!! - picking up my laser
Why it happened -a Good Samaritan
Why it makes me happy -not sure a reward was expected...especially the one I dealt out....the person was speechless!

HappyUP!!! Day 4934

HappyUP!!! - garage work
Why it happened - it was overdue
Why it makes me happy - nice day for it. Not a total disaster. Took more than a nibble at it

HappyUP!!! -a good Samaritin
Why it happened -people are good
Why it makes me happy - got a call from someone who works for the City that found something that I had lost....and....yeah....I  did not want to replace this!

HappyUP!!! - finding my old manuals
Why it happened -see "garage work" above
Why it makes me happy -I knew I had them somewhere. I can now submit for ACG and then... FINALLY...for my DTM

HappyUP!!! - 6 miler
Why it happened - I was entranced
Why it makes me happy - didn't plan to walk that far today. I was in wanderlust with the season, the weather, the surroundings...awesome!

HappyUP!!! Day 4933

HappyUP!!! -bladey wedge on 18
Why it happened -it just seemed to be the call
Why it makes me happy - I'm the only one that employs this shot regularly. It is really for a certain specialty situation. If that comes up, I stay in practice. I have scientifically (in my mind) determined that this is the best shot for most situations. Holed it for birdie on the final hole today...putter would not have done that

HappyUP!!! - 5 am club
Why it happened -I got some inspiration
Why it makes me happy - what a great way to start my day

HappyUP!!! - 5 iron on 17
Why it happened - I have it going on
Why it makes me happy - my partner was already in close....and I put it even closer. The end for our opponents...nice win

HappyUP!!! - Courage Over Comfort
Why it happened -Brene' Brown
Why it makes me happy - I love a new-to-me concept. While I have always believed this and ran it in the background, it is GREAT to have a great text to it

HappyUP!!! Day 4932

HappyUP!!! -RTT Session
Why it happened - I am a student
Why it makes me happy - it was FANTASTIC to be practiced upon today. I'm going to get some great stuff out of this one

HappyUP!!! - tomorrow cancellation
Why it happened -my buddy is swamped
Why it makes me happy -  can't wait to get "up and Attem, Atom Ant" after the session today

HappyUP!!! -Nationals wrapping it up
Why it happened - the Cards didn't show up
Why it makes me happy - it's going to be interesting to have something worthwhile going on in DC for a change.

HappyUP!!! Day 4931

HappyUP!!! - Hip Hop Show
Why it happened -I was interested
Why it makes me happy -hey...it wasn't my thing....still isn't...some of it is OK. Looking forward to catching up on the songs that were important. I don't think I ever heard "Jesus Walks" by Kanye. I'm "woker" now! LOL

HappyUP!!! - garlic chicken
Why it happened -tried a new recipe
Why it makes me happy -the smell alone sold this deal! The end product just kicked butt as a cherry on top

HappyUP!!! -gutter blow out
Why it happened -I could get the screens off
Why it makes me happy -when I had my windows cleaned, the professionals made every screen removable (I think my painter may have sealed some of them in). Anyway, it made it much safer for me to get on the roof and take the leaf blower to gutters. I WILL NOT be "that guy" this year with the ladder out in the rain unclogging a downspout!

HappyUP!!! -neighbor at Whole Foods
Why it happened -coincidence
Why it makes me happy -did some nice catching up. The family lives across my wide street...we always do "the wave" but rarely get a chance to chat

HappyUP!!! Day 4930

HappyUP!!! - filling the group
Why it happened -my nephew changed his schedule
Why it makes me happy -he was my partner. Unfortunately, my streak ended today...but we got out with minimal damage!

HappyUP!!! - bro's play
Why it happened -he has his moments
Why it makes me happy -a net 64 is golfing your ball! ....and a lot more fun. Glad to see him do it... even though he was my opponent

HappyUP!!! - great walk
Why it happened - I'm going to get back on this
Why it makes me happy - walking is the first step toward running a bit. We shall see what the body says about that. I had it going a few years back...6 miles with no issues. I'm about....uh.....6 miles from being there. Looking forward to "laying down some base" and see what happens. Close the year out strong!

HappyUP!!! Day 4929

HappyUP!!! -groovy funk rhythm
Why it happened -internet mailing list
Why it makes me happy - I don't have it down...YET! This one won't take long....and it sounds sooooo funkaliciously cool!

HappyUP!!! - birdies
Why it happened -skillz
Why it makes me happy - the first birdie was right on top of my opponents as he was singing "zippity doo dah....."...so, as soon as mine went in, I burst into the Disney classic myself! LOL.  The bladey chip in on the very next hole was just icing on top!

HappyUP!!! - business chat
Why it happened - I do that
Why it makes me happy - interesting to find out the structure of the deal.

HappyUP!!! - 8 good to great rounds in a row
Why it happened - I found a little something
Why it makes me happy -I have been to this rodeo before. The streak won't last forever. Yet, 8 in a row is a pretty nice run. Most of those rounds actually could have been better...the course took more than it gave. This is so far from where I was a week and a half ago.

HappyUP!!! Day 4928

HappyUP!!! - chicken Caesar wrap
Why it happened - I was early for my tee time
Why it makes me happy -MUCH better than a grab-n-go that I thought I was going to do. Got to sit down and have lunch with a couple of buddies. An unexpectedly nice add on to my day

HappyUP!!! -blower attachment
Why it happened -I lost my old one
Why it makes me happy -WOW! What an upgrade! I never would have found this before. Sooo much better than the original attachment! Can't wait to blow out my gutters too!

HappyUP!!! -another win...and another solid round
Why it happened -I figured things out
Why it makes me happy -yeah...wasted a few shots...but that's OK. 7 straight rounds in the 70's. Who would have thunk this a bit over a week ago! Golf.  it's a mind screw!

HappyUP!!! -2 birdies
Why it happened -a great wedge, a good putt, and a reallllllllly great putt
Why it makes me happy -you don't make that putt I made on 13 today...and it broke and dropped in on the BACK side of the hole. AMAZING!

HappyUP!!! Day 4927

HappyUP!!! -a fill in
Why it happened -someone else wanted to play
Why it makes me happy -ecstatic to give up my spot. The elbow could use some rest...and who really wants to be out in the wind?

HappyUP!!! - leftovers
Why it happened -meal kit
Why it makes me happy -it is awesome to get dinner over by 11 in the morning. It's an easy way to intermittently fast. It's like dieting with dieting

HappyUP!!! -a brisk walk
Why it happened -needed something at the store
Why it makes me happy -why drive when you have the time to walk? It was a GORGEOUS afternoon to take in

HappyUP!!! -Steve Miller
Why it happened -the Tonite Show recorded
Why it makes me happy -what a GREAT surprise to catch the Joker doing Fly Like An Eagle with the Roots.....and hear some of his background. No idea T-Bone Walker was his Godfather. No wonder he is a great player

HappyUP!!! Day 4926

HappyUP!!! -Steak Au Poivre
Why it happened -meal kit
Why it makes me happy - I'm kind of getting into these "pre-prepped" meals. It is a great way to learn some different techniques for cooking. This one was a winner!

HappyUP!!! -another win
Why it happened -solid play
Why it makes me happy -I might as well enjoy it as my handicap drops precipitously! Another day with no "hack shots."

HappyUP!!! -two birdies
Why it happened - skillz
Why it makes me happy - missed a largo and another near largo....could have easily had 4 of those feathery things today. Its about great shots! That hybrid into the wind on 11 today was a work of art!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 4925

HappyUP!!! -bladey chip on 4
Why it happened -I work on it
Why it makes me happy -people think it's a tricky shot. Once you work on it a little, it's really pretty simple. When you hole it out for birdie, you get some street cred ..... and a birdie!!!!

HappyUP!!! -a guest
Why it happened -we attract them
Why it makes me happy -she played along with us....seemed to like our energy...we are convenient to her work and schedule. I think we get a new member!

HappyUP!!! - a newer member
Why it happened -we forced him to do table topics
Why it makes me happy -he gave us all a piece of perspective....that every one of us sorely needs...not just in our club...but everyone

HappyUP!!! - another solid round
Why it happened - found my flaw in mechanics
Why it makes me happy -I went through a bit of golf "hell" over the summer. 5 straight good rounds and my handicap is on it's way to where it really should be. Yeah, it's harder to make the $$$ with the lower handicap....but losing a few bucks is not nearly as painful as being lost on the course!

HappyUP!!! Day 4924

HappyUP!!! - steak
Why it happened -I was hungry
Why it makes me happy -I don't eat a lot of red meat. No, it's not because of health concerns. I love a good steak. I just know it isn't something that I should eat often. Tonight's was awesome!

HappyUP!!! - guitar
Why it happened -I do that
Why it makes me happy - made my fingers a little sore. Picked up a new tune...and the beginning of a wicked little lick....OK...."wicked" for me!

HappyUP!!! - TM calls
Why it happened -I am a reference
Why it makes me happy -glad to help out a confused member!

HappyUP!!! Day 4923

HappyUP!!! - another solid round
Why it happened - re-learned a fundamental
Why it makes me happy - after a loooooooong slump, it's nice to put 4 straight tidy rounds together. It's been a bit humbling actually. Who knows? Will I return to my slumping ways nest time I am out there? Perhaps. It's golf. A maddening game. Yet, having been down this road a few times, I think I will get a bit more mileage out of this run. It is kind of funny. While not the EXACT fundamental that took me to the next level about a year ago, it's pretty close. How did I forget this one? It's golf. Golf does imitate life.

HappyUP!!! -just the most spectacular weather imaginable
Why it happened -its the NorCal fall
Why it makes me happy - I will be repeating this one A LOT in the weeks to come. I will. I just LOVE the fall here. Today, it really was stunning. I shall calendar a day to hit the road soon to go to the mountains before it gets too cold...and when all the leaves have turned.

HappyUP!!! - a soul biography
Why it happened -I keep tabs on a guy
Why it makes me happy -he turned the camera on himself. He dispelled his years of wisdom from behind the camera interviewing people. Tremendously compelling!

HappyUP!!! - making some reacquaintenance
Why it happened - a friend or two were on my mind
Why it makes me happy - just being human....and be willing to go into those awkward "sticky" places. It really is where I am at my best.

The Ol Nutter Almanac 2019

Days Predicted:  10
Days to Date:    23

The DAYS  (as reported by Weather.com for Roseville, CA 95678)

1) 6/10 - 101  2) 6/11 - 103  3) 6/12 - 103 4) 6/18 - 104  5) 6/19 - 100 6) 7/12- 100
7) 7/13 - 102. 8) 7/22 - 101  9) 7/23 -101 10) 7/24 - 102 11) 7/25 - 103  12) 7/26 - 100
13) 7/27 - 103  14) 7/28 - 106  15) 8/3 - 100 16) 8/4 -100 17) 8/14 - 103  18) 8/15 - 105 19) 8/23 - 100  20) 8/24 - 100  21) 8/25 - 102  22) 8/26 - 102  23) 8/27 - 102

FINAL UPDATE -  well, we knew it was a long shot any time you predict 10 days or less. Historically, 23 is still a lot of days. It was less than the last three years by a bunch! Yet, it was dramatically higher than the 7 years that proceeded those.  The last three were the hottest on record!
Our last 4 summers have been dramatically warmer.  June, July, and August had average highs that were 4, 2, and 3 degrees respectively higher than the traditional average for those months.


UPDATE 8/23 - well.....more of a pounding over the last 2.5 weeks...but not as bad as it sometimes is. We have a few more century days looking out the windshield. This is going to be and interesting yea to "deck up" against the last few when it is all done. We had that one stretch of 7 days in a row starting July 22....till then, July, the hottest month usually, had been fairly tame. It went SCREAMING out this year!!!

UPDATE 8/4 -the almanac took on a little heat since the last update. Hate those 100 degree days...I mean...yeah, you have to draw the line SOMEWHERE....but....just one degree less and we would only be at 11 days.

UPDATE 7/24 -  it's been a nice July run. The century mark only hit a couple of times. The official number isn't in for today but we got triple digits....and 4 more on the way. Yep, all 10 days will be used up before the end of July...and then some.  Could we go August without 100? Unlikely. The prediction was bold at the beginning of the year. It could be, with global warming, the traditional guidelines for the Almanac don't apply.


UPDATE 7/11 - it has been awesome to NOT update this thing! We MAY run into the century mark in the next week....but it would be just barely. I can live with that.

UPDATE 6/23 - well...how can the Almanac have a chance? We burned through half the 100 degree days before summer officially started.  July...August...the hot months ahead. LOOKS like a loser...BUT...let's allow it to play out. We don't have anything close to 100 predicted for the next week as we enter the hottest time of year.

UPDATE 6/10 - another week gone by dodging some bullets. This will likely come to an end in the coming week....like when the numbers come in on TODAY and TOMORROW.
UPDATE 6/2 - one week in...nothing close to 100. Though it will get warmer at the end of the coming week, no triple digits on the horizon. "Cool summer...cool summer...cool summer" is my mantra

Here we go again - the last four years of RECORD breaking heat? The Almanac just couldn't predict something like that! Nobody could.

So, on the heels of that - how can the Almanac even THINK about making the prediction it is about to make this year?

Call it crazy - it is going to be an EXTREMELY pleasant summer in our area. Yep, the Almanac just said that despite recent history. It's what the Almanac does. It is all based pseudoscientifically.

This summer - there will be 10 days or LESS (emphasis on the less) of 100 degree days


2019 Ol Nutter Almanac.   10 days or less.....23 Actual
2018 Ol Nutter Almanac   11-16 predicted.....29 actual
2017 Ol Nutter Almanac   10-14 predicted.....34 actual
2016 Ol Nutter Almanac  15-18 predicted .....30 actual
2015 Ol Nutter Almanac  12 or less predicted...16 actual
2014 Ol Nutter Almanac  11-13 predicted......14 actual

2013 Ol Nutter Almanac  13 or less prediceted....12 actual

2012 Ol Nutter Almanac  13 or less predicted...15 actual

2011 Ol Nutter Almanac  10 or less predicted....7 actual

2010 Ol Nutter Almanac 13 or less predicted.....7 actual

2009 Ol Nutter Almanac 10-15 predicted.........15 actual

2008 Ol Nutter Almanac 10-15 predicted.........15 actual

HappyUP!!! Day 4922

HappyUP!!! -GLORIOUS weather
Why it happened -its the fall in NorCal
Why it makes me happy -THIS...right HERE....exactly NOW...is why I live here. It is hard for me to imagine more perfect weather. Crisp morning...gorgeous afternoon...and the most pleasant of evening

HappyUP!!! -The Man Who Can't Be Moved
Why it happened -I was watching a live open mic
Why it makes me happy - picked up the wires-on-wood...and started crafting a pretty good rendition of this song. PLENTY good enough for the ONE that will hear it....ME!!! My falsetto? ...oh...flawless...to MY ear!!!

HappyUP!!! - another solid round
Why it happened -I'm on to something
Why it makes me happy -it's funny....homeostasis...how we fall into bad habits...or...don't use the fix we used before...kind of forgot about it. This is three rounds in a row of better ball striking.

HappyUP!!! - just feeling GREAT
Why it happened -I know....but I am going to keep it under wraps
Why it makes me happy -Surge - Recover - SURGE....had a long surge and then had to recover from it...may have taken a bit longer than I would have liked but now I am back on it!

HappyUP!!! Day 4921

HappyUP!!! - 3 birdies
Why it happened - really nice shooting
Why it makes me happy - 2 of them were gimme birdies...not exactly something that happens all the time for me. A near ace on 12 for the second day in a row

HappyUP!!! - 10 dots again
Why it happened - skillz
Why it makes me happy - when you are getting dots, you are doing a lot of good things. When you get to double digit dots, a TON of good things are happening

HappyUP!!! - hot dog
Why it happened - shack was closing
Why it makes me happy - brekko had been burned through. It's not normal for me to grab a dog on 15 but...hey.....dinner is taken care of!

HappyUP!!! - big win
Why it happened - shot a solid score
Why it makes me happy -best round of the year yesterday....was only a few shots off it today in a pretty good win. The corner may be turned!

HappyUP!!! Day 4920

HappyUP!!! - home cookin
Why it happened -I had a kit
Why it makes me happy - loving these prepackaged meals. I might be eating a bit TOO well!

HappyUP!!! - 3 birdies
Why it happened - talent?
Why it makes me happy - ball striking was remarkably (and suspiciously) better today. That 7 iron on 12 was 3 feet from an ace!

HappyUP!!! - best round of the year
Why it happened -footwork
Why it makes me happy - I don't know how I stumbled across this little key..but it is definitely one that has been missing for awhile. WOW! This round jumped up out of nowhere!

HappyUP!!! - fig tree dismembered
Why it happened -motivation
Why it makes me happy - not entirely tamed...but made great strides on that beast today! Can't wait to get out there again and work up top!

HappyUP!!! Day 4919

HappyUP!!! -great drive
Why it happened -playing away
Why it makes me happy -nice to get the baby out and blow through her pipes a bit. Nobody endangered.....much

HappyUP!!! - Peach Tree
Why it happened -we played away
Why it makes me happy - fun course...in great shape...it's always a treat!

HappyUP!!! - sandy birdie
Why it happened - skills
Why it makes me happy - 100 yards out of the fairway bunker...in to about 10 feet...can the putt. Hey, I'm the worst guy in the group and I beat them all to a birdie

HappyUP!!! - hot dog
Why it happened -I was hungry
Why it makes me happy - so glad the shack was open...b4 we teed off! Why not start with a few nitrates to amp up the game!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 4918

HappyUP!!! - farmers market
Why it happened -I was in the area
Why it makes me happy -never been to this one. Bought some great stuff....and got some super gardening information. I will "get to the root" of the issue!

HappyUP!!! -coupon honored
Why it happened -they love customers
Why it makes me happy - had a $5 appreciation card...that expired yesterday. Hey, I would not have raised a fuss if they rejected it. They didn't. It was like nothing happened

HappyUP!!! -delivering the speech
Why it happened -it was my job
Why it makes me happy -this was a tough one. Some stuff got screwed up in the technology. Hey, it happens. My job is to now learn from it! Also, a BRAND NEW member put a STAMP on the club in a BIG WAY!

HappyUP!!! -fecal sample
Why it happened -I was in the right place at the right time
Why it makes me happy -when you have multiple cats, you have to catch the right one "in the act doing it's business"....and I happened to be walking by just as "the goods" were being laid down!

HappyUP!!! Day 4917

HappyUP!!! -morning meditation
Why it happened -starting a new practice
Why it makes me happy -decided to start my day, in bed, with my meditation. What a fantastic first thing in the morning to do

HappyUP!!! -prepping for the speech
Why it happened -I have to talk tomorrow
Why it makes me happy -it will be an interesting chat. LOTS of technology to use. Will it get messed up? Probably. I love the lab that my club is

HappyUP!!! - coffee donation
Why it happened -I'm a soft touch
Why it makes me happy -it's so funny...I'm the first person the neighborhood girl hits up. She KNOWS I won't say no. This time, I'm at least going to get some coffee! Heaven knows, I don't need cookies or sugar!

HappyUP!!! - tackling the lemon bush
Why it happened -it needed it
Why it makes me happy -NO SCARS from the battle....and I whittled that sucker down!

HappyUP!!! Day 4916

HappyUP!!! -leftover salmon
Why it happened -I left some last night
Why it makes me happy -I wondered about the re-heat on this one. What a WONDERFUL lunch to come home to. Actually, more of a supper (<---who anymore="" p="" that="" uses="" word="">
HappyUP!!! - gorgeous puffy clouds
Why it happened - I took the time to notice
Why it makes me happy - it was a fascinating day out on the course to see some of the most interesting cloud formations I have seen in a loooooong time

HappyUP!!! - bladey chip on 17
Why it happened -skills
Why it makes me happy -it's always entertaining when I pull that shot out....especially in this situation. With a foot to go, it was in the whole...until it took that HUGE piece of the lip and turned out. Still, it was a perfect shot in that situation

HappyUP!!! - golf group
Why it happened -we chose to play
Why it makes me happy -bro, nephew, and TC.....can't think of better company

HappyUP!!! Day 4915

HappyUP!!! -Thunderstorm
Why it happened -weather
Why it makes me happy -didn't see this one coming! Even the minute cast said, "no precipitation for 120 minutes" while it was raining buckets!

HappyUP!!! - NC/Clemson football
Why it happened - its a thing
Why it makes me happy -it was so exciting to see an unranked team to NEARLY pull off the upset of the decade.

HappyUP!!! - partner play
Why it happened -desperation?
Why it makes me happy -OK...I STUNK today. My partner held it together and kept the defeat to a minimum. Great when someone has your back!

HappyUP!!! - Walt
Why it happened -he was visiting
Why it makes me happy -nice to see my old buddy. It has been nearly a year. Great seeing him again. Bold move he made

HappyUP!!! Day 4914

HappyUP!!! -health progress
Why it happened -I have a hunch
Why it makes me happy - the ship wasn't off course...but it may have been veering. A bit of correction noted today

HappyUP!!! - poached eggs and steak
Why it happened -I was ambitious
Why it makes me happy -early shotgun golf today...so I got up extra early...took a little extra effort...and put together a STELLAR brekko that got me through the entire day

HappyUP!!! - last hole birdie
Why it happened -a DAZZLING 7 iron and solid putt
Why it makes me happy -we were behind all day....until that shot.....BOOM! Sometimes the smallest of victories is a big win!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 4913

HappyUP!!! -full recovery
Why it happened -drugs wore off
Why it makes me happy -Squeakers was bounding around like her old self this morning. What a relief

HappyUP!!! -Intake Form sent
Why it happened -I was required
Why it makes me happy -these are always hard for me to send. Now, I have a template

HappyUP!!! - yard work
Why it happened -it was a nice day
Why it makes me happy -more to do before winter hits...nice little bite today. That is what this fall will be all about

HappyUP!!! Day 4912

HappyUP!!! -speaker located
Why it happened -I had an idea
Why it makes me happy -thought I had lost $100 item...fortuately, I operate in an honest environment and the item was located!

HappyUP!!! - Squeakers perking up
Why it happened -drugs wore off
Why it makes me happy -never had a cat have such a long reaction to basic shots. Poor thing was OUT for over 24 hours. Glad she's better and don't think she will need a follow up trip to the vet

HappyUP!!! - speech idea
Why it happened - it just came to me
Why it makes me happy -I have to speak next week. This could be a GREAT one!

HappyUP!!! Dy 4911

HappyUP!!! -speech chat
Why it happened -I reached out
Why it makes me happy - great to touch base with this musician! Im on the right track for my next idea...one that's been brewing

HappyUP!!! - ready to make dinner
Why it happened - Whole Foods
Why it makes me happy -delicious...kind of like a Blue Apron thing...from the grocery store. It gave me ideas.

HappyUP!!! - haircut
Why it happened - my hair grows
Why it makes me happy -love my stylist!....always a good time!!!

HappyUP!!! - clinic with SawShaw
Why it happened - follow up treatment
Why it makes me happy -she was SOOOOO good! Better trip than other kitties

J

HappyUP!!! Day 4910

HappyUP!!! -a visitor
Why it happened -I had to service the loan
Why it makes me happy -nice visit....great to go over stuff

HappyUP!!! - Country Music
Why it happened -being a little bingey
Why it makes me happy - I have been making things a little too hard. Found some simple stuff that sounded incredibly good

HappyUP!!! -Qball in the filing cabinet
Why it happened -he's curious
Why it makes me happy -glad I found him....I have closed the drawers before with him in there. He's such a crackup!!!

HappyUP!! Day 4909

HappyUP!!! -MVP
Why it happened -I did balloting
Why it makes me happy -I thought it would be my nephew! Surprise!!! It was me!!!

HappyUP!!! -Country Music
Why it happened -Ken Burns is great
Why it makes me happy -it's a simple documentary. Great overview!

HappyUP!!! -leftovers
Why it happened -I had restraint last night
Why it makes me happy -the only thing better than a great dinner out....is a great breakfast in the next day!

HappyUP!!! -a pass from my peer
Why it happened -we are busy
Why it makes me happy -I just wasn't ready! Nice reprieve!

HappyUP!!! Day 4908

HappyUP!!! - dinner
Why it happened - friend called
Why it makes me happy -GREAT meal out!....needed that! Great food and company

HappyUP!!! -near win
Why it happened -we are good
Why it makes me happy -yeah....should have run away with it...but...a tie for third ain't bad

HappyUP!!! - golfing company
Why it happened -got lucky
Why it makes me happy - my nephew....and two great guys too? You kidding me? It was a sweet draw to get that!

HappyUP!!! Day 4907

HappyUP!!! -practicing
Why it happened - tournament tomorrow
Why it makes me happy - I warm up...I don't practice. Did some great stuff today

HappyUP!!! -new bridges
Why it happened -I took a walk
Why it makes me happy -expensive? Yes...they are. BUT...what an addition to our city

HappyUP!!! - KF
Why it happened - I got friends
Why it makes me happy -THAT was a great vid!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 4906

HappyUP!!! - booking the appointment
Why it happened - I do that
Why it makes me happy -can't wait to get with this person

HappyUP!!! - spiritual enlightenment
Why it happened -I did some listening
Why it makes me happy -I like a bit of alternative thought

HappyUP!!! - old school jam
Why it happened -I was experimenting
Why it makes me happy -so glad I have my axe...that piece of wood with barb wire attached. Had a great groove going on today

HappyUP!!! Day 4905

HappyUP!!! -coffee
Why it happened -we do that
Why it makes me happy -we had missed a couple of weeks...this was a great catch up

HappyUP!!! -a dream
Why it happened -I sleep
Why it makes me happy -I got told something...and...yeah...its going to work

HappyUP!!! -a filled 4some
Why it happened -Gmac made it happen
Why it makes me happy -love playing numbers....but I like the partner game....especially when we win big!!!

HappyUP!!! - dots
Why it happened -my partner and I poured it on
Why it makes me happy -he had 13....I had 7...that means good stuff was happening...all day long

HappyUP!!! Day 4904

HappyUP!!! -pain abated
Why it happened -all things must pass
Why it makes me happy -woke up with intestinal issues. I was worried on how I was going to open up the building for our weekly meeting. Fortunately, it all worked through and we had a great meeting

HappyUP!!! - Accepted IN the tournament
Why it happened - they expanded the field
Why it makes me happy -not playing Friday....now I know I am playing Saturday with my good buddy. We are going to have so much fun!!!

HappyUP!!! -new kicks
Why it happened -I ordered them
Why it makes me happy -who wouldn't LOVE a new pair of Lemon Drop yellow for the dawgs!?!?

HappyUP!!! - getting stuff done
Why it happened -I was kicking it
Why it makes me happy - I can procrastinate and be a little lazy. NOT today!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 4903

HappyUP!!! - thunderstorm
Why it happened - it's weather
Why it makes me happy -OMG!!! A pre-rain season rain! I didn't know it was coming until it was about an hour and half away. I had the time to make some necessary changes outside. I just enjoyed that storm.

HappyUP!!! - RTT session
Why it happened - my client needed it
Why it makes me happy - this client had been to others. I could see in her face when I brought her out of trance that she had been somewhere special. I made a GREAT transformative recording for her. We had a lovely chat.

HappyUP!!! -Alec Baldwin roast
Why it happened -I recorded it
Why it makes me happy -the humor was so NON-PC that I wonder, in this day and age, how Comedy Central can get away with this stuff.....and THAT subject got addressed during the program. It makes me happy that there is a haven for this kind of creative expression

HappyUP!!! - I got a partner
Why it happened -I asked
Why it makes me happy -OK....now just have to wait to see if we get accepted. I am sure we will

HappyUP!!! Day 4902

HappyUP!!! - Whole Foods
Why it happened -I kicked my butt
Why it makes me happy - spent a little too much TV time. Glad I got to go to one of my favorite places late .....and get some much needed items....while visiting with neighbors

HappyUP!!! - no handicap change
Why it happened -played "just good enough"
Why it makes me happy -I'm SET for the next two weeks. I'm really appreciating this little ritual we regular golfers have for the next few months. It all changes next year!

HappyUP!!! - 49ers win
Why it happened - maybe they are better
Why it makes me happy -I don't really care....I just prefer hearing my buddies I am around talking more positively and getting their hopes up.

HappyUP!!! Day 4901

HappyUP!!! -Uber
Why it happened -going to a party
Why it makes me happy -I don't know the area...haven't used the app in the world. The driver was great. He was thrilled with his tip. Nice ride.

HappyUP!!! -getting a ride home
Why it happened -I asked a friend
Why it makes me happy -went to a party...didn't have to drive either way. I love being a passenger

HappyUP!!! -the party
Why it happened -my friend turned 60
Why it makes me happy -the venue was FABULOUS....weather could not have been better...band sounded great...food was delicious...always someone to talk to. Perfect time

HappyUP!!! Day 4900

HappyUP!!! -riding with the nephew
Why it happened - my treat
Why it makes me happy -always love spending time with this guy. 4 hours next to each other in a cart is quality time

HappyUP!!! - 100 Days of HappyUP!!!'s to go?
Why it happened -I'm persistent
Why it makes me happy -I LOVE my HappyUP!!!'s. Today, I am within 100 of the finish line (maybe). It's a mark I set in my mind years ago ....The HappyUP!!! 5000.  There is something about a marathon that, once you know the finish line is in site, you get a bit more pep in your step

HappyUP!!!  - birdies and near birdies
Why it happened -skills
Why it makes me happy -I'm getting closer! The birdie CHANCES is what tells me that. I got two today and could have easily had 5.

HappyUP!!! Day 4899

HappyUP!!! -a returned call
Why it happened - she got around to it
Why it makes me happy -I won't get what I was looking for....but I will get a 20% discount.

HappyUP!!! - a volunteer dropped back
Why it happened -I asked
Why it makes me happy - full group tomorrow!

HappyUP!!! - poached eggs
Why it happened -I own an egg maker
Why it makes me happy -I don't think I have ever had poached eggs before. I probably didn't do them right. LOVE my egg maker...they were tasty and OH SO EASY (<---i dig="" easy="" p="" that="" thing="">

HappyUP!!! Day 4898

HappyUP!!! -Carolinas
Why it happened -I was hungry
Why it makes me happy -not sure the last time I stopped by this local dig...it's probably why it tasted so good today!

HappyUP!!! - putting
Why it happened - I have a system
Why it makes me happy -the flat stick felt very good in my hands. You can tell when you are putting a good roll on the ball.  Yeah, I was a bit frisky a couple of times

HappyUP!!! -3 birdies
Why it happened - see that putting thing above....plus some other stuff
Why it makes me happy - hit some pretty incredible shots today....something might be FINALLY turning the corner

HappyUP!!! - paperwork and responsibility
Why it happened - it's what I do
Why it makes me happy -got a LOT done today....time to have a lot of FUN this weekend!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 4897

HappyUP!!! -TableTopics Mastering
Why it happened -it was my turn
Why it makes me happy -it's one of my favorite jobs. I had a lot of fun with it today...gave appropriate, but handleable, challenges for each person at their skill level.

HappyUP!!! - dismissal at the White House
Why it happened -who knows for sure
Why it makes me happy - John Bolton has always scared me a bit. Who knows what is next but I think this was a good move

HappyUP!!! - JG speech
Why it happened -it was her turn
Why it makes me happy - one of her best ever...speaking on leadership...and some self-assessment. It was soooo well done

HappyUP!!! - Suicide Prevention Day
Why it happened -we do that stuff
Why it makes me happy - it slipped by quietly...and that's OK. Yet, any time we can do something about mental health, we should.

HappyUP!!! Day 4896

HappyUP!!! -P.A.B.
Why it happened -our President likes to tweet
Why it makes me happy -I think it would be so funny if all of the Dem candidates started to refer to him as "PAB-In-Chief." I mean, after all, he asked for it. He was being pretty small

HappyUP!!! - Facebook Page
Why it happened -initiative
Why it makes me happy -I'm very proud of our president. He is grabbing the club by the horns. It makes me want to get behind him and do my job even better

HappyUP!!! -Antonio Brown
Why it happened - he's Antonio Brown
Why it makes me happy - we shall see what happens. IF one is going to act like a jerk, one BETTER NOT have once acted like a BIG jerk in the past.

HappyUP!!! Day 4895

HappyUP!!! -Elo's joke
Why it happened - we do that
Why it makes me happy -OMG! I will NOT repeat that one here. BUT...I will be repeating it! OMG... it's got it all!

HappyUP!!! - US Open Final
Why it happened - it's a tradition
Why it makes me happy - 2 guys....almost 5 hours....laying it all out there...momentum shifts...it's everything you want in an athletic championship final

HappyUP!!! - 8 iron /putt/birdie 13
Why it happened -skills
Why it makes me happy -THAT ball never left the flag....a bit disappointing that it flew OVER the flag and left a longer putt than what it looked. BUT.....that putt....THAT putt...never left the hole!

JollyJottings
8 iron 1....sandie/bullet 3/...flushed 7 iron 6...hybrid hook/pitch 7...unbelievable recovery pitch 8.....6 iron/largo/birdie 9....drive/3 wood 10...8 iron/putt/birdie 13...putt 14...pitch 16

HappyUP!!! Day 4894

HappyUP!!! -Antonio Brown GONE
Why it happened -decisive management
Why it makes me happy -the Raiders tried...but...misbehavior is misbehavior. LATER!!!

HappyUP!!! - Univ of Tennessee shirt
Why it happened -U of T did the right thing
Why it makes me happy -it was "wear your team shirt" to school day. One kid, disadvantaged, had to create his own. It was crude...but cute...and brave. He got bullied for it. U of T created an actual shirt out of it that they sell in their store.  I might just order one if I can get one!

HappyUP!!! - Bianca Andreescu
Why it happened -US Open
Why it makes me happy -what a joy and a surprise this tennis player is. Number 152 at beginning of the year...and number 5 now. She handled the crowd as well as Serena with a poise far beyond her years and experience!

HappyUP!!! - keeping the chin up
Why it happened -I do that
Why it makes me happy - I hit 2 greens today....that is the WORST ball striking day of the year. Yet, I hung in there...fought...and kept the damage to a minimum! I LOVE that about me

HappyUP!!! Day 4893

HappyUP!!! -Giants
Why it happened -Dodgers
Why it makes me happy - OK...it's the Dodgers season....which makes this kind of nice

HappyUP!!! - breaking even
Why it happened -late round heroics
Why it makes me happy -tough day...but played the last 4 hold even and we escaped

HappyUP!!! - aid to Bahamas
Why it happened - people do that
Why it makes me happy -cool to see Tyler Perry donate a plane...other stuff getting there...as soon as it could...even if the people never use it

HappyUP!!! -weather
Why it happened -contrast to The Bahamas and east coast
Why it makes me happy -do I feel guilty? OH NO!!! Trust me, we pay for this weather! Do I appreciate a day like today more? You bet!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 4892

HappyUP!!! -great drive
Why it happened - I left early
Why it makes me happy -sun rising over my shoulder...no traffic....some brisk morning air...beautiful mountains

HappyUP!!! -seeing the fur balls
Why it happened - I had been away
Why it makes me happy -nobody killed anybody! LOL...didn't think that would happen...but...you never know. One little problem did surface. Easy solve for the future!

HappyUP!!! - Podcasts
Why it happened -I was driving
Why it makes me happy - heard the inside scoop from a couple of somewhat famous musicians. Nice way to pass the drive time. Interesting stuff

HappyUP!!! -unpacked
Why it happened -I forced myself
Why it makes me happy - yep....just GOT IT DONE!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 4891

HappyUP!!! -string change
Why it happened -planning
Why it makes me happy -this is not my favorite thing to do. I can ALWAYS find something to distract me when I am home. I knew there would be some downtime on this trip...and I was right! Got it out of the way early

HappyUP!!! -outrageous putt
Why it happened -a lot of skill...and some luck as well
Why it makes me happy -it got me a skin....and brought my partner and I back into the game. It was pretty cool. 40 feet...downhill...about 8 feet of break. I could stand out there and hit it 100 times and not make it

HappyUP!!! - steaks
Why it happened -it was on the menu
Why it makes me happy -dude at “the que” put a nice burn on these puppies. I don’t eat a lot of meat...but I sure could eat a lot of what was going on tonight!

HappyUP!!! -bro joining us
Why it happened -he’s a planner
Why it makes me happy -great timing on his part. Just fantastic to have him along to pick up the baton!

HappyUP!!! Day 4890

That Burrito has a LOVELY view!!!

HappyUP!!! - 5 skins
Why it happened -a couple of unlikely birdies
Why it makes me happy -WINNING is always a HappyUP!!! Sure, you can learn a lot from losing...but I’m not always looking for an education

HappyUP!!! - great drive
Why it happened -I had to get to my venue
Why it makes me happy - no traffic...up in the mountains...some fresh air into the car...fully gassed up... car performing well.

HappyUP!!! -podcast
Why it happened -I was driving
Why it makes me happy -I learned some great stuff today about a topic that someone bugs me about. I didn’t see it coming

HappyUP!!! - guy time
Why it happened -it’s a trip
Why it makes me happy -great BBQ chicken....dice...up in the Sierra’s in luxury! Nice!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 4889

HappyUP!!! -whiffle ball
Why it happened -a tradition
Why it makes me happy -great to get out there with “the kids” and also running into some old friends and just having a time. Entire family together too. Great stuff

HappyUP!!! -Practice Reg Assignment
Why it happened -I signed up
Why it makes me happy -glad to be knocking this off the list. I drew a lady that I have met. This is going to be fun

HappyUP!!! -Whole Foods
Why it happened -needed some stuff
Why it makes me happy -there is NO QUESTION...that store is an experience. AND they had something I have wanted to try (popular brand) that none of the other chains have been carrying.

HappyUP!!! Day 4888

HappyUP!!! -big win
Why it happened -a decent round of golf played
Why it makes me happy - looking like it will be a winning year. Big wins kind of lock that in

HappyUP!!! -Don G joining us
Why it happened -he needed a game
Why it makes me happy -great guy! Don’t get to play with him very often.

HappyUP!!! -solid round of golf
Why it happened -working on something
Why it makes me happy -it’s been a search for most of the year. I’m building a track record with what my latest find is. HIGH OPTIMISM

HappyUP!!! -small gift to the nephew
Why it happened -nobody spent the lucre
Why it makes me happy - I didn’t need it. He appreciated, I am sure

HpppyUP!!! Day. 4887

HappyUP!!! -weight
Why it happened - who knows
Why it makes me happy - I'm at a general battle with my memory. Things have gotten out of hand as of late...not today...back to y base-line poundage


HappyUP!!! - no double bogeys
Why it happened -I'm on to something
Why it makes me happy -been a bit sdinvr I played well....a round torday...where I GOT nothing...and still had a decent score. The scores are coming...aINSPRATIONAL!!!

HappyUP!!! -BIG win
Why it happened -my partner was riding my coat tails
Why it makes me happy -hey...day in and day out...he's better. Yet...the current stats are on the line1 LOVE watching the media packages they are...but...on the other hand...."??? what are you asking

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HappyUP!! Day 4886

HappyUP!!! -electonic check deposit
Why it happened -I had taken some initiative
Why it makes me happy - my rules of money include," when ya get a check...get it to the bank!" ASAP. So happy I have the Chase App for this...saved me a trip

HappyUP!!! -4 birdies
Why it happened -some skill ...some luck
Why it makes me happy - pretty sure this is biggest birdie round of the year. Those poultry been hard to come by as of late. Got rained on today....and created a Partner of the Year in the process

HappyUP!!! - frozen lasagna
Why it happened - I was hungry
Why it makes me happy -just cleaning out the frozen of my fridge....and..this one?Low sugar and delicious!!!

HappyUP!!!! Day 4885

HappyUP!!! -Panther and Puma time
Why it happened -I did some renaming...and..they love each other
Why it makes me happy -cat videos...need I say more. I get a show constantly throughout the day. They played bigger on this day. The wrestling...it's so damn cut

HappyUP!!! - Coco
Why it happened -she is a phenom
Why it makes me happy -she was down...and then came back...at 15!!!...at the US Open! Are you kidding me? LOVE her...yep...I'm LOCO 4 COCO

HappyUP!!! -heads up
Why it happened -I made a rare dive to Fackbot...FaceBook
Why it makes me happy -would have missed this important conference call. The info I needed!!!

HappyUP!!!! Day 4884

HappyUP!!! -Old Oaks
Why it happened - a tournament was happening
Why it makes me happy -trying out a new technique....and...I don't need th usual length. Change of pace

HappyUP!!! - weather
Why it happened -it's weather
Why it makes me happy -had a bit of trepidation..."been playing bad...now I got to do it in 100 degrees"...yeah...it was hot...but VERY nice.

HappyUP!!! -birdie on 2
Why it happened -a nice 9 iron
Why it makes me happy - don't birdie that one often...got me back to "level set" after bogey on on. LOVE making a birdie on 2...not common

HappyUP!!! -Songland
Why it happened -I record it...and "get it"
Why it makes me happy -hope this show is popular with the general public...that they care about what goes into a song you hear on the radio. Sure...it's all staged...but...it's accurate to the process

HappyUP!!! Dy 4883

HappyUP!!! -Coco throwing down
Why it happened -it's a sporting event
Why it makes me happy -THAT little chick...get her racket going...and her personality...potential to change the world....OK...at least move it. All eyes on

HappyUP!!! -burgers
Why it happened -family time
Why it makes me happy - not sure why this happened ...kind of a "pop up"...but...familial time...and GREAT fun!

HappyUP!!! - helping post meeting
Why it happened - I got peeps cleaning up
Why it makes me happy -SO happy to take care of guests....do a bit of computer time with A-dude..all after the meeting...Highest and Best use of my time

HappyUP!!! Day 4882

HappyUP!!! -texts with my buddy
Why it happened -invites
Why it makes me happy -happy play....even at my age....NEVER underestimate play

HappyUP!!! - painting
Why it happened -I got the sprayer out
Why it makes me happy -it cracks me up....but...it's beautiful...that strip out front looks great!!!

HappyUP!!! - yard work
Why it happened - it got a bit cooler
Why it makes me happy - nice to be able to get out there...it's been another tough summer

HappyUP!!! Day 4881

HappyUP!!! - Smart n Final
Why it happened -a helpful employee
Why it makes me happy -"that doesn't look right...go get another one!" OK, mom...thanks for looking out after me. I am sure original product was fine...but...I saw what she saw. Hey, nice to have someone looking out after me!

HappyUP!!! - Tour Championship
Why it happened - end of the season
Why it makes me happy - just AMAZING what these guys do at the top of their games...with the TITLE and the MONEY on the line. Yeah...kind of like a Super Bowl. Golf got their this year.

HappyUP!!! - Ken Burns
Why it happened - he does what he does
Why it makes me happy -his series on country music will be epic1 NICE taste tonight!!! Can't wait!

HappyUP!!! Day 4880

HappyUP!!! - cooler than expected
Why it happened -weather
Why it makes me happy - HAD to play "in the heat"....I think it was going to be hotter this afternoon...very manageable

HappyUP!!! -the food
Why it happened -it was a tournament
Why it makes me happy -the lunch...the after golf "appetizers"..you kidding me! Our club does it right

HappyUP!!! - bob the pro
Why it happened -he was invited
Why it makes me happy -not his best day...but he made it look easy on a bad day....NICE tip on putting as well...right up my alley

HappyUP!!! -decorations on the house
Why it happened - sweet friend
Why it makes me happy - yeah...it was a nice thing to come home to...on a nice day. NICE visit as well

HappyUP!!! Day 4879

HappyUP!!! - Slash documentary
Why it happened -exploring Amazon Prime
Why it makes me happy - these rock stars! It is a fascinating thing to see what drove them...their challenges....some of them overcome....some are actually good guys. LOVE a good guitar story!

HappyUP!!! -timing in swing
Why it happened - I have clues
Why it makes me happy -it's not there...yet....progress keeps being made

HappyUP!!! - keeping a great attitude
Why it happened -years of training
Why it makes me happy -it ain't easy going through a slump on that golf course. I stay optimistic. Every day is a new day!

HappyUP!!! - a brekko burrito share
Why it happened -my cart partner could only eat half
Why it makes me happy -I was a little hungry today....that little treat HIT THE SPOT big time!

HappyUP!!! Day 4878

HappyUP!!! -Waze
Why it happened -quick thinking
Why it makes me happy -I don't commute....its a waste of time. Today, however, I had to. WAZE saved my butt. I would have NEVER done what it suggested...but it was right!

HappyUP!!! - Great meeting
Why it happened - we scheduled it
Why it makes me happy - got questions answered which was paramount. I have a LOT of food for thought. More importantly, I deepened and broadened a relationship!

HappyUP!!! -Filet of Fish
Why it happened -I was hungry
Why it makes me happy -I don't remember the last time I was in a McDonalds. By and large, that is a good thing.....mainly because...who knows what is in that fish burger. All I can say is.....DELICIOUS!

HappyUP!!! Day 4877

HappyUP!!! -early golf
Why it happened -I was drafted
Why it makes me happy - it wasn't THAT hot today....could have easily played with regular group in the afternoon....but....ya know what? As we were wrapping up and they were starting out, I could only say, "man, I am glad to be done."

HappyUP!!! -setting up an audience
Why it happened -I am thoughtful
Why it makes me happy -can't wait to hold a little court with this group. I think it MIGHT be something that impacts them all forever.

HappyUP!!! - my ball sack
Why it happened -I let someone play with it
Why it makes me happy -oh stop! I am talking about my juggling balls and the sack they came in. At the end, I gave it away as a little gift.  Got a GREAT video back. Fun...fun...fun!

HappyUP!!! Day 4875

HappyUP!!! - A-D.R. toastmastering
Why it happened -he was up
Why it makes me happy -first time for this dude taking over.....FABULOUS work!

HappyUP!!! -guests returning
Why it happened -we are good
Why it makes me happy -new members soon. They will bring upon their own challenge...and we will help

HappyUP!!! - chat with the prez
Why it happened -I had ideas and business to discuss
Why it makes me happy -we went even farther. Yeah...it was a long call....but....SOMETIMES...once in awhile.....those are the good ones!

HappyUP!!! Day 4874

HappyUP!!! -Walmart
Why it happened -I needed some stuff
Why it makes me happy -honestly, I don't how people "snob out" about this place. They ALWAYS seem to have what I go there for. Today, I actually had a cashier come out, find me, and checked out my purchase in the middle of the aisle. NO WAIT!

HappyUP!!! -Home Depot
Why it happened -I HAD to go there
Why it makes me happy -OK...I don't hate Home Depot.....I just hate GOING to the Home Depot. By and large, it means something "not so fun" is going to happen once I get back. Not today!....and they had GREAT STUFF regarding what I was shopping for. The self checkout was FANTASTIC! It all worked the way it should (NOT how it always happens).

HappyUP!!! -errands
Why it happened -gotta do em
Why it makes me happy -it didn't stop with the above. I had 2 or 3 other stops. No hassles. The weather was fantastic. A lot accomplished!

HappyUP!!! Day 4873

HappyUP!!! -surprise golf
Why it happened -a cancellation
Why it makes me happy - really was happy to get out and work on something today. Haven't been playing a lot of Sundays...got some nice fine tuning in

HappyUP!!! - making it RAIN on 18
Why it happened - some clutch stuff
Why it makes me happy -nope....weren't going to win money today....BUT....when I birdie and my brother pars on the final hole....with us both being given a stroke.....THAT is some major damage control. When his looooooooong unexpected par putt dropped in, HappyUP!!!! ...and it made me go, "ya know....if I could coax in this birdie putt, my nephew who has a shorter birdie putt then I, will have no defense. His birdie can't beat a NET eagle."  Tossed that putt out there pretty high...thought but wasn't sure it would turn for home....but it did...and it settled right in the bottom

HappyUP!!! -Nutter Cup
Why it happened -someone didn't show
Why it makes me happy -as usual...a lot of fun....even if the old guys couldn't TOTALLY get it done and had to turn the trophy over (for now).  Our playing partner, Matt, was a lot of fun. Great family time.

HappyUP!!! Day 4872

HappyUP!!! -sandy bullett on 18
Why it happened - I never quit or give up
Why it makes me happy -my partner's birdie and my little THANG turned a loss into a win. If you are only going to be UP one time the entire day, walking off the 18th green is the best place to do it

HappyUP!!! - a birthday party
Why it happened -kids have those
Why it makes me happy -nice to be around the family. The official birthday is in a few days but we have some travelers to accommodate. A lovely little time!

HappyUP!!! -the BMW Championship
Why it happened -the season is winding down
Why it makes me happy -I don't watch much golf on TV....today I did! What a day to pick!!! I'm not sure I have ever seen as many "hole outs" in one afternoon!

HappyUP!!! Day 4871

HappyUP!!! - taking name off the list
Why it happened -it is too dang hot
Why it makes me happy -it was SOOOO much more enjoyable getting some things done, watching some stuff, and BEING INSIDE than be out spanking whitey around in 105 degrees

HappyUP!!! - Sprouts
Why it happened -guys gotta eat
Why it makes me happy -LOVE that store...hadn't been there in awhile. One of the workers was very informative and helpful about something

HappyUP!!! -the "blind" worked
Why it happened -I try stuff
Why it makes me happy - I have a small HVAC issue in one room.....when the weather is hot. This was just a test until I do something permanent....and the test worked brilliantly!

HappyUP!!! Day 4870

HappyUP!!! -staying inside
Why it happened -I am smart?
Why it makes me happy -106....hottest day so far....and I had NO PART in it! I love being retired! I always appreciate it more on severe weather days!

HappyUP!!! - Woodstock
Why it happened -I was channel surfing
Why it makes me happy -I am sure I have seen some documentaries about this event. I had never seen this one. It looked like a whole lot of NO FUN to me

HappyUP!!! -fantastic article
Why it happened -I read
Why it makes me happy -Unlimited Human may not be YOUR idea of a good time but I love it! Age Regression Therapy is fascinating!

HappyUP!!! Day 4869

HappyUP!!! -scramble brekko
Why it happened - had stuff laying around
Why it makes me happy -I don't usually make myself the big brekko. That one stuck to the ribs today....delicious!!!

HappyUP!!! -Portia progress
Why it happened -she is coming around
Why it makes me happy -who is the problem here? Portia or SawShaw Squeakers? Hmmmmm. No matter, there was headway made today

HappyUP!!! -playing early
Why it happened -beatin the heat
Why it makes me happy - a VERY competitive numbers game. I had the low gross and the low net....and lost the money! How does that happen? Well....don't make any birdies would be one way! No matter...great time had by all

HappyUP!!! Day 4868

HappyUP!!! -guests
Why it happened -we are attractive
Why it makes me happy -P and D stopped by today. English isn't their first language. It will be a joy to work with these young men as they move to improve themselves

HappyUP!!! - Table Topics Master
Why it happened -it was her first time
Why it makes me happy -LOVE what new members bring to the table. NEVER seen them done in this way before

HappyUP!!! - running the meeting
Why it happened -it was my turn
Why it makes me happy -had two LONG speeches thrown at me...as well as the time for the guests...brought the plane down RIGHT on the mark!

HappyUP!!! Day 4867

HappyUP!!! -great read
Why it happened -I do that
Why it makes me happy - got some excellent research knowledge today...love to learn

HappyUP!!! -meeting put together
Why it happened -I'm up this week
Why it makes me happy - had a speaker drop....and put another one in...we are tight!

HappyUP!!! - helping out M.V.
Why it happened -I do that
Why it makes me happy -glad to knock this one off the practice register. Great time helping my new friend

HappyUP!!! Day 4866

HappyUP!!! -GLOW reboots!
Why it happened -it's a Netflix thing
Why it makes me happy -they do short seasons and episodes. I didn't mean to ....but....yes I did...I watched all of the episodes tonight! Damn....nothing left until next year! It was interesting to watch them do a season in Las Vegas...look like they are staying in Vegas....and then how the writers "plot twisted" that one back to Los Angeles at the very end!

HappyUP!!! -great group today
Why it happened -it is Sunday
Why it makes me happy -I just pinch myself when I get to play with my brother and a nephew (or two sometimes). Toss in some Tom "Mr T"....on a gorgeous summer afternoon....perfect day... especially when I didn't't have to pay!

HappyUP!!! - MV email
Why it happened -we are conferencing tomorrow
Why it makes me happy - it was just the way she worded the invitation. She is really setting this thing up for success.

HappyUP!!! -PS guitar snippet
Why it happened -he was thinking of me
Why it makes me happy -WOW! This dude can play a bit!...a bit more than me!!!...and that is cool because he is a cool dude I can learn from.

HappyUP!!! Day 4865

HappyUP!!! -playing early
Why it happened -I changed my mind
Why it makes me happy -I was going to join the afternoon group....but it was SOOOOO gorgeous out there this morning. Great switch

HappyUP!!! -buddy stopping by
Why it happened -needed a favor
Why it makes me happy -great visit.....and the kitties got to see a different person. All good!

HappyUP!!! -Yellowstone
Why it happened -it was recommended
Why it makes me happy -hmmmmm....does it make me happy? Do I really need an excuse to watch TV? Do I want to participate in the Great American Binge? ...uhhhh.....maybe! I don't know if my attention span is made for a 3 season, one hour an episode catch up. I got a life to live!

HappyUP!!! -SawShaw Squeekers
Why it happened -she is stepping it up
Why it makes me happy - she wasn't a scaredy kitten when she came in...but I see her doing other things now. She's pretty gREAT at entertaining herself too.

HappyUP!!! Day 4864

HappyUP!!! -playing ugly....getting the win
Why it happened -great partner
Why it makes me happy -DD threw down that birdie on 17!...game changer there!!! That matched flipped around in a BLINDING hurry!

HappyUP!!! -NOT attending an event
Why it happened -I decided
Why it makes me happy -"should" I have gone? Probably. Do I feel bad about it? Not at all. I learned a little something about myself today and tonight regarding this kind of thing.

HappyUP!!! - kitty normalization
Why it happened -it's a thing
Why it makes me happy -OK.....definitely not THERE yet...but I had some quality sessions with the trio today. I am seeing much more potential of keeping the foster-baby than I had seen before. Fostering? In my future? Hmmmmmmm......

HappyUP!!! Day 4863

HappyUP!!! - whaling some Vince
Why it happened -I am taking up the challenge
Why it makes me happy -OK...this wasn't...and probably shouldn't be on my list. It is far from perfect but I got familiarized with page one of a Vince Gill song. This should be a nice exercise

HappyUP!!! -studying for a client
Why it happened -I do that
Why it makes me happy -interesting case. I am ready to chat a bit if she is. If we GO on this one, she gets tremendous help....and I learn a lot!!!!

HappyUP!!! - Forest in the Trees
Why it happened -my buddy is a writer
Why it makes me happy -so happy to get an advanced copy of this children's book. My friend is more talented than I thought...and I already knew she was talented!

HappyUP!!! -NoBull
Why it happened -I do shoes
Why it makes me happy -got some of the best customer service I have EVER received in my life....and a new pair of shoes is on the way!

HappyUP!!! Day 4862

HappyUP!!! -DD as my partner
Why it happened -I got the draw
Why it makes me happy -I let him down....but...HEY...he saved my bacon as he usually does!

HappyUP!!! - great reply from potential client
Why it happened -I am persuasive
Why it makes me happy -this could be an entirely new area for me. I have fresh material to study here.

HappyUP!!! - par on 3...birdie on 4
Why it happened -skills
Why it makes me happy -some nice wedge play there. Things looked good for awhile!!

HappyUP!!! -coffee time
Why it happened -I do that
Why it makes me happy -great chat with T....and running into the G-dons was a nice extra bonus!

HappyUP!11 Day 4861

HappyUP!!! -3 great speeches...and evaluations
Why it happened -it's what we do
Why it makes me happy - the speeches show great progress. The evaluations?....a three way tie for first!!! THAT has never happened to my knowledge. It's how good we are

HappyUP!!! - afternoon encouragement
Why it happened -it is what I do
Why it makes me happy - this should be part of my regular protocol!...and it will be. GREAT responses!!!

HappyUP!!! - Q-ball and....SAWSHA
Why it happened -its a cat thing
Why it makes me happy -they were on their way yesterday....they are getting this bonding thing down in a hurry! Too soon for the real cute stuff....it's coming!

HappyUP!!! Day 4860

HappyUP!!! -conducting training
Why it happened -I was asked
Why it makes me happy -always great to be of service....and flexible with the setup

HappyUP!!! - call from Saul
Why it happened -he looked me up
Why it makes me happy -not one guest...but TWO ...for next week! That is awesome

HappyUP!!! - my Divisional friends
Why it happened -training
Why it makes me happy - I don't get to see these peeps too often. It is really nice getting to know them all better and coming together

HappyUP!!! - our club showed up!
Why it happened - we are the best
Why it makes me happy -1/2 the training requirement DONE! On our way to Distinguished by 12/31!!!

J

HappyUP!!! Say 4859

HappyUP!!! - kitten tryout
Why it happened -opportunity
Why it makes me happy -oh, come on...if a kitten doesn't immediately bring you joy, you are just being a jerk! We'll see in next day or two whether or not it "makes the cut."

HappyUP!!! - grinding it out with the Muscle
Why it happened -love him as my partner
Why it makes me happy -we were unsuccessful today....but were successful in keeping the damage to a minimum. No quit in these Nutters

HappyUP!!! -finding a training folder
Why it happened -I am organized
Why it makes me happy -I just saved myself a TON of work!!! That's a BOOM!!!! HappyUP!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 4858

HappyUP!!! -a new groove
Why it happened -I dink around
Why it makes me happy -OK...this is pretty cool. I gave myself permission on this one. Now, I just need to build on it. Loved sharing with friends on my new app too.

HappyUP!!! -winning ugly
Why it happened -made 4 double bogeys
Why it makes me happy -in our game, you can play crappy and still get a win. The requirements? There can be several. One is, if you have to make doubles, you make them at the right time. Two, your opponents played crappier.  A third would be for your partner to play great (that didn't happen). LOVED getting out of there with a W today!!!

HappyUP!!! -VillaSport Invite
Why it happened -they are open
Why it makes me happy -not sure I will do it but it is a rather interesting prospect to consider.  It might be a great alternative or enhancement to golf. Worthy of pondering

HappyUP!!! -brekko
Why it happened -it's Saturday
Why it makes me happy -I try not to eat out much...but this is a little tradition that I kind of dig. The food is great...service is awesome...and the banter is on point.

HappyUP!!! Day 4857

HappyUP!!! -Practice Register answer
Why it happened -I inquired
Why it makes me happy -open loop...that I didn't create...and I got it closed. Onward and upward

HappyUP!!! - hints of top play
Why it happened -I keep on it
Why it makes me happy - the driver is still frustrating...but I keep coming back on the back 9. Third time in a row I have done that. Sooooo many quality plays...the near hole out on 14 after literally being in the weeds is testament to me staying in the moment...staying on it during adversity. LOVE THAT

HappyUP!!! - BLT
Why it happened -it's the season
Why it makes me happy -yeah...I dunno...I can only say this. When you grab that garden tomato for a BLT...the game is changed! I am in FULL BLT season!

HappyUP!!! - appointment made
Why it happened -I do that
Why it makes me happy - client decked up for Monday. Can't wait to influence someone's life.

HappyUP!!! Day 4856

HappyUP!!! -kitchen clean up
Why it happened -I get on it
Why it makes me happy -OK..it got out of control! Sue me...I'm human. Got it back to how it should be...and I LOVE that!

HappyUP!!! - JP guitar text
Why it happened -I forced it
Why it makes me happy -got some porch jam time coming

HappyUP!!! -the S tape is done
Why it happened -doing my job
Why it makes me happy -it's a good one! Proud of that gift