HappyUP!!! Day 5410

 HappyUP!!! - Getting an update

Why it happened -I asked for the 411
Why it makes me happy -our CEO is great at getting back to me when I need something

HappyUP!!! - hitting balls
Why it happened -I needed to
Why it makes me happy - worked out a few things. It was great catching DD on the range.

HappyUP!!! - a visitor
Why it happened - WiFi problems
Why it makes me happy -glad to be set up to help a brother out in a last minute pinch!

HappyUP!!! Day 5409

 HappyUP!!! - out on the trail

Why it happened - I do that
Why it makes me happy -been slacking a bit. Good to get out on a gorgeous day

HappyUP!!! - Lume Cube
Why it happened -I ordered it
Why it makes me happy -good lighting...FINALLY!!!

HappyUP!!! - JS CALL
Why it happened -he needed some info
Why it makes me happy -so happy to be able to pass along the info

HappyUP!!! Day 5408

 HappyUP!!! - Griddle set up

Why it happened -initiative
Why it makes me happy -got the new adapter and the bigger propane tank...easy breezy! Hey, it could have been more difficult. I'm good to go!!!

HappyUP!!! - new little chip
Why it happened -my buddy reminded me
Why it makes me happy -I used to use this little gem on occasion...forgot about it. What a nice little tool to have!

HappyUP!!! - chicken tomatillo 
Why it happened -I was ambitious
Why it makes me happy -haven't made this one in forever! Going to be great leftovers

HappyUP!!! Day 5407

 HappyUP!!! - hitting balls

Why it happened -I needed practice
Why it makes me happy -it went pretty well....just need to get my hands a little lower. THAT was my find of the day

HappyUP!!! - catching up with my buddies
Why it happened -they had finished golfing
Why it makes me happy -LOVE hanging with those guys for a bit. Glad I took the time

HappyUP!!! -  sushi ans Sprouts
Why it happened -I made a trip
Why it makes me happy - not only did I get some sushi dinner tonight....I found some flank steak I couldn't find at the other store yesterday.  Fajitas coming!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 5406

 HappyUP!!! - Smash Burger

Why it happened -I have a griddle
Why it makes me happy -oh man! I don't eat a lot of burgers...but I just might (without buns, of course). This is soooooo much better than the barbecue! Crispy...but juicy

HappyUP!!! -ordering needed stuff
Why it happened -I got around to it
Why it makes me happy -I was able to get everything I needed. I don't do a lot of shopping..it's just not my thing. Knocked a backlog off today!

HappyUP!!! - the Griddle Guys
Why it happened -I own a griddle
Why it makes me happy -I got some AWESOME ideas to make my outdoor griddle even better! (see SmashBurger above)

HappyUP!!! Day 5405

 HappyUP!!! - driving by an old haunt

Why it happened -I was in the neighborhood
Why it makes me happy -WOW!...the shopping center across the street is gone...it's a church. The corner Deli was torn down and replaced with a liquor store....and the house I lived in had been MAJORLY remodeled! Amazing

HappyUP!!! - trip to Windustrial
Why it happened -I needed a part
Why it makes me happy -my buddies hooked me up in record time. The traffic was OK. Longest trip I have made in the "new car"....it did well in the weather.....and I got a new beanie!!!

HappyUP!!! - plumber
Why it happened -somebody needed to put that in
Why it makes me happy -love my plumber! Yeah, not the cheapest guy, but he is dependable and skillful. He even threw in a little something extra!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 5404

 HappyUP!!! - friends in the business

Why it happened -I needed a plumbing part
Why it makes me happy - it's great to know someone in wholesale!...and knowledgeable. A serious problem occurred today....but it will be fixed by tomorrow....ahhhh.....relief!

HappyUP!!! - Cod
Why it happened -I do that
Why it makes me happy -man, I put the right stuff on it tonight! LOVE my griddle!!! So fast...so easy....sooooooo gooooood!

HappyUP!!! - stock market
Why it happened -my buddy told me about it
Why it makes me happy -fascinating story brewing! I TOTALLY get it! It also inspired me to off-load some stuff I have been meaning to

HappyUP!!! Day 5403

 HappyUP!!! - Delivering "The Space Between"

Why it happened - it was time to speak
Why it makes me happy -I think I gave some great information today. I delivered well. 

HappyUP!!! - cutting the walk short
Why it happened -I was under layered
Why it makes me happy -no need for me to be out in those winds....and COLD! I thought about pushing on...NOPE!

HappyUP!!! - the storm coming in 
Why it happened -it's weather
Why it makes me happy -it isn't quite here...but it will be tonight later. This is going to be a doozy. It's one of those ones that will keep you awake! We haven't had one of those in forever. It was cool to watch it coming in this evening

HappyUP!!! Day 5402

 HappyUP!!! - figuring out the breakout room

Why it happened -I did the research
Why it makes me happy -it wasn't that complicated! I LOVE that! We really need this functionality for our upcoming contest

HappyUP!!! - walking
Why it happened -the weather was nice
Why it makes me happy -it had been a bit since I got out. Awesome time today on the hike

HappyUP!!! - speech written
Why it happened -it is my turn
Why it makes me happy -it is always a relief when I put together a good one....THIS is going to be a great one!

HappyUP!!! Day 5401

 HappyUP!!! - R&B meeting

Why it happened -B needed help
Why it makes me happy -no, it's not Rhythm and Blues. It's a couple of my co-members. So glad to be able to provide guidance and calm the panic

HappyUP!!! -bet with my nephew
Why it happened -needed to spice up a game
Why it makes me happy -the banter and negotiation was hysterical!...even though it cost me a handy!

HappyUP!!! - championship football
Why it happened -it happens
Why it makes me happy -I got no skin in this. I don't think I have seen more than a couple NFL games all year. Championship Sunday is usually the best day of the year. No disappointments here. Super Bowl?...meh

HappyUP!!! Day 5400

 HappyUP!!! - chat with sis

Why it happened -I had a question
Why it makes me happy -it's always great when she gives me some help

HappyUP!!! - nephew stopping by
Why it happened -he needed something
Why it makes me happy -I love to help out when I can

HappyUP!!! - Remembering Billy
Why it happened -something reminded me
Why it makes me happy -it wasn't just my imagination. It made a lasting impression on my brother as well. I just wish I knew what happened to that kid

HappyUP!!! Day 5399

 

HappyUP!!! - cancelling due to rain
Why it happened -it's what I do
Why it makes me happy -yeah, I could have played....but....why? There are enough nice days. 

HappyUP!!! - text with my NY buddy
Why it happened -we do that on occasion
Why it makes me happy -awesome pictures (she's a photographer)...but I sure as heck wouldn't want to live there!

HappyUP!!! - a great workout
Why it happened -motivation
Why it makes me happy - starting back up.....AGAIN....didn't do a lot. Hey, who wants to wake up feeling like you are in a body cast?

HappyUP!!! Day 5398

 

HappyUP!!! - my friend's new YouTube channel
Why it happened -he put it out there
Why it makes me happy -glad to see him stretching himself....nice job!

HappyUP!!! - great phone call
Why it happened -I reached out
Why it makes me happy -I could tell the person needed some assistance.....and I was just the guy to provide it

HappyUP!!! - the car wash
Why it happened -it was needed
Why it makes me happy -you KNOW that feeling! I need to do it more often.....maybe come next Spring!

HappyUP!!! Day 5397

 

HappyUP!!! - birdie on 8
Why it happened -stellar iron
Why it makes me happy -for whatever reason, this hole plays really easy or really tough for me. I MUCH prefer easy and I LOVE birdies

HappyUP!!! - a late add to tee sheet
Why it happened - his appointment was done
Why it makes me happy -this is a two-fer. My brother joined us....AND...he is vaccinated!

HappyUP!!! - GM walked out and joined in
Why it happened - he freed up after all
Why it makes me happy -LOVE playing with this guy

HappyUP!!! Day 5396

 HappyUP!!! - Punta Vida

Why it happened -a speech
Why it makes me happy -one of the best this person has given! Very entertaining! Put some "Punta Vida" into your life

HappyUP!!! - testing equipment
Why it happened -my buddy helped me
Why it makes me happy - it's good to get some honest feedback. I also got some great ideas!

HappyUP!!! - great meeting
Why it happened -we do that
Why it makes me happy -I ran it easily...no hiccups....everybody did a great job. Hysterical

HappyUP!!! Day 5395

 HappyUP!!! - GF Talk

Why it happened -he had a question
Why it makes me happy -started to text.....way easier to pick up the phone

HappyUP!!! - NN talk
Why it happened -he had a question
Why it makes me happy -started to text...way easier to talk

HappyUP!!! - putting the meeting together
Why it happened -It was my turn
Why it makes me happy -Oopsie!...I had forgotten! I was a little late but all my players came through and confirmed!

HappyUP!!! Day 5394

 HappyUP!!! - The Buccaneers advance

Why it happened -someone has to
Why it makes me happy - Tom Brady moving on will surely make for news stories! Interesting to watch him do it

HappyUP!!! -cutting our losses
Why it happened -we ran into a buzz saw
Why it makes me happy -sometimes a loss is a win...especially how badly we were getting it put to us through 14 holes!

HappyUP!!! - 6 iron on 17
Why it happened -I do it on occasion
Why it makes me happy -THAT was why we play the game. FLUSH!!!! Three greenies.

HappyUP!!! - opponent golf
Why it happened -he had it going
Why it makes me happy -THAT was a pretty impressive performance from the back tees. His pitch in on 9 was INSANE!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 5393

 HappyUP!!! - Bills Win

Why it happened -somebody had to
Why it makes me happy -I've got a die hard Bills fan for a friend living out here in Cali! ...ever since I have known her.  I don't care much about football but I was thrilled for her

HappyUP!!! - speech written
Why it happened -I had some time
Why it makes me happy -hey, look at me, getting the speech done ....LONG before my deadline! OK...it still needs some tweaks but the heavy lifting is done

HappyUP!!! - tidying up
Why it happened -no golf
Why it makes me happy - put a HUGE dent in some needed chores around the house. Look at that kitchen!

HappyUP!!! Day 5392

 HappyUP!!! - Finding Q-ball

Why it happened - I had a hunch
Why it makes me happy -lil bugger snuck out last night! So relieved to recover him.

HappyUP!!! - GREAT BALL STRIKING
Why it happened -who knows
Why it makes me happy -I haven't hit the ball like that in ages! Proper golf!

HappyUP!!! - 34 on the front 9
Why it happened -see above
Why it makes me happy -it could have been a 32...easily! 

HappyUP!!! Day 5391

 HappyUP!!! - salmon

Why it happened -fired up the griddle
Why it makes me happy - WOW!....the best...and no stink111

HappyUP!!! - GREAT walk
Why it happened -I do that
Why it makes me happy -stepped it up hard today ....felt GREAT!!!

HappyUP!!! - TM training
Why it happened -it's required
Why it makes me happy -I actually learned some fantastic stuff to put to immediate use!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 5390

 

HappyUP!!! - Cowichan
Why it happened -I go there (virtually)
Why it makes me happy -I had "light duty" tonight.....and got to enjoy a VERY lively meeting!

HappyUP!!! - meeting cancellation
Why it happened -too busy
Why it makes me happy - I always appreciate getting some of my life being given back to me. We'll catch up next week

HappyUP!!! - that iron on 8
Why it happened - who knows
Why it makes me happy -once in awhile, you just catch one "flush."  Better players do it all the time. My irons have been less than stellar as of late. This one told me, "it's in there."

HappyUP!!! Day 5389

 

HappyUP!!! - J9 chat
Why it happened -she had a question
Why it makes me happy -I was thrilled to be able to assist!

HappyUP!!! - TM training
Why it happened -we do it twice a year
Why it makes me happy - it was really good....and it was on ZOOM! ...I didn't have to drive somewhere!!!

HappyUP!!! - sneaking in an errand
Why it happened -I was up against it tonight
Why it makes me happy - glad to not have to do this tomorrow.....and I was on time to training!

HappyUP!!! Day 5388

 

HappyUP!!! - forgetting NCAA Championship game
Why it happened -I really don't know
Why it makes me happy -glad I didn't waste hours of my time on this blowout!

HappyUP!!! - texting with an old buddy
Why it happened -I hit her up
Why it makes me happy -great to get caught up on the move back to the mid-west that was made...and other things

HappyUP!!! - S & Q
Why it happened -they like to play
Why it makes me happy -this one makes me happy everyday.....but they were VERY animated today. They are definitely good for each other

HappyUP!!! Day 5387

 

HappyUP!!! - Putt on 18

Why it happened -skillz
Why it makes me happy - there is little better than coming through in the clutch!...damn near made that snake!

HappyUP!!! -eggs on the griddle
Why it happened -I tried it out
Why it makes me happy - I have some refinement to do but those scrambled babies were easy and a GREAT consistency. This new device is going to work!

HappyUP!!! - TC's sharing
Why it happened -he was thoughtful
Why it makes me happy -nice to have a little "Covid cup" occasionally!

HappyUP!!! Day 5386

 HappyUP!!! - Walk to grocery

Why it happened -I needed stuff
Why it makes me happy - yeah...I could have taken the car....but I threw the backpack over the shoulder. I spared some carbon today. Yep...that is real

HappyUP!!! - Text with SS
Why it happened -I did it
Why it makes me happy -we SOOOOO are disparate on political views...but are still friends on important stuff. Hey...he may disagree...but that's OK

HappyUP!!! - idiots on Facebook
Why it happened -I go there occasionally

Why it makes me happy - I LOVE to watch people! Hey, in lockdown, how else can you

HappyUP!!! Day 5385

 

HappyUP!!! - a reverse "bad beat"
Why it happened -luck of the roll
Why it makes me happy - it looked bad....especially when I had just gotten my great hand usurped by my buddy. Everyone laughed...."dude, that was a BAD BEAT"...meaning...I was very unlucky to lose. So...it came down to the last flop. I kept a 6....my buddy had a Full House......oh? What?....I rolled 3 sixes to go along with the one I kept? THAT is a BAD BEAT

HappyUP!!! - fire pit time with 2 members
Why it happened - I was on that end of the pit
Why it makes me happy -these guys don't play with us...but I know them both. It was an AWESOME conversation that we had that went beyond the usual BS of my buddies

HappyUP!!! - that bunker shot on 18
Why it happened -skillz
Why it makes me happy - back of trap...downhill lie....a LOT that could go wrong here. Somehow, I generated enough speed and spin, used the break.....rolled it up to a gimme! AMAZING shot

HappyUP!!! Day 5384

 

HappyUP!!! - Burnt peace with my buddy
Why it happened -I needed to offer it
Why it makes me happy - there was some SERIOUS shade thrown at me last night in text. We got it worked out

HappyUP!!! -my cat video
Why it happened -I do that
Why it makes me happy -this was a good one...sent to some....posted to the website

HappyUP!!! - videos of the Capitol
Why it happened -we had a little issue yesterday
Why it makes me happy -I'm SOOOOO glad that happened when I was golfing. IF I had been home, I'm pretty sure I would have watched the LIVE feeds.....and....on this one...I'm glad I caught the replay

HappyUP!!! Day 5383

 

HappyUP!!! - the rain was short
Why it happened -who knows
Why it makes me happy -we KNEW we were taking a chance on the back 9....but the squall that came in was as RANDOM as it comes. We only played about one hole in the rain......and then we got brilliant sunshine....after the previous holes were a touch cold and cloudy....weird!

HappyUP!!! - staying off Facebook
Why it happened -intentional
Why it makes me happy -I can only imagine what people are posting there today with the Capitol situation

HappyUP!!! - a cancellation
Why it happened -my buddy is swamped
Why it makes me happy -I LOVE my weekly appointment....but I also appreciate the time! I'm also glad he's back teaching again

HappyUP!!! Day 5382

 

HappyUP!!! - WE ARE BACK
Why it happened -it's a New Year
Why it makes me happy -I missed my TM buddies!!! We ended up with a little more time off this year due to Covid!

HappyUP!!! - cat stories and pics
Why it happened -I got a buddy
Why it makes me happy -it was charming to "visit" with my upstate NY friend and share our mutual catification

HappyUP!!! - salad
Why it happened -I do that
Why it makes me happy -this was a GREAT ONE....I through the kitchen sink at it. FABULOUS!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 5381

 

HappyUP!!! - lunch with the nephew
Why it happened -he stopped by
Why it makes me happy -glad I had a lasagna in the over....and  a salad I had made....delicious and great chat

HappyUP!!! -rain
Why it happened -weather
Why it makes me happy -Cali is getting to "that time" again...wondering about rain. It's not our rainy season yet but I am sure we are behind already. We will LOVE getting what we get

HappyUP!!! - texts on subjects
Why it happened -I shot some things out
Why it makes me happy -I have some VERY intelligent friends

HappyUP!!! Day 5380

 

HappyUP!!! - 2 birdies!!!
Why it happened - skills
Why it makes me happy - first birdies of the year! Hey, I won't be getting skunked!!!

HappyUP!!! - finishing
Why it happened -everyone was hustling today
Why it makes me happy -we were the last ones off that golf course today. It was a bit dark...but manageable. We had a rare late tee time. Glad to get it in!!! 

HappyUP!!! - a car wash
Why it happened -it NEEDED it
Why it makes me happy -I snuck this deal in before golf. I LOVE when I squeeze in a quick errand. It feels like "I stole something!"

HappyUP!!! Day 5379

 

HappyUP!!! - 9.5 miles
Why it happened -a buddy called me
Why it makes me happy -no issues.....and we got it done fast...great conversations

HappyUP!!! - avoiding the rain
Why it happened -who knows
Why it makes me happy -this squall was NOT predicted...even this morning on the news. We would NOT have been ready for THAT rain out on the trail!

HappyUP!!! - nothing changes on NY Day
Why it happened -it was long ago
Why it makes me happy -I don't know...I see things on line...I see things on TV. U2 hit with that song back in my youth and, though the song has more to do with politics, I have always enjoyed the folly that is New Years

HappyUP!!! Day 5378 HAPPY NEW YEAR

 

HappyUP!!! - the Nutter  Cup
Why it happened -we do that
Why it makes me happy -...that we have the ability to do this tradition. Nope, not everyNew Year Day. We didn't do that last year due to a medical thing...which made us realize how precious this time is. Yep, me and the bro lost today....it's not the point

HappyUP!!! - new strings
Why it happened -I challenged my buddy
Why it makes me happy -NOTHING better than new strings on the guitar....and I goaded my buddy into changing his overdue ones as well

HappyUP!!! - B and Bullet
Why it happened -he was thoughtful
Why it makes me happy - he put that bottle on the first tee today....and that was AWESOME!

HappyUP!!! Day 5377

 

HappyUP!!! - Tamales
Why it happened -I got a guy
Why it makes me happy -I was hungry this morning. "What am I going to make?", I thought. "Knock knock...." fresh tamales. Yep...excellent breakfast!!!

HappyUP!!! -alley cats
Why it happened -I saw them
Why it makes me happy -they are "dudes" not cats...but they are across my alley. GREAT chat today!

HappyUP!!! - TD texts
Why it happened -we do that
Why it makes me happy -we had as GREAT a conversation as you can have over that flat medium. Work 

HappyUP!!! Day 5376

 

HappyUP!!! - scallops
Why it happened -I'm working the freezer
Why it makes me happy -I had FORGOTTEN how easy and delicious this dish is. Ir WILL be front and center in the New Year

HappyUP!!! - winning with BB
Why it happened -who knows
Why it makes me happy -my partner hadn't played in awhile...could have been disaster...NOPE!!!

HappyUP!!! - coffee chat
Why it happened -I do that 
Why it makes me happy -my buddy squared me away...and...BAM....I made stuff happen

HappyUP!!! Day 5375

 

HappyUP!!! - SNF trip
Why it happened -I needed stuff
Why it makes me happy -they had it all....and...no waiting

HappyUP!!! - a TM respite
Why it happened -we do that
Why it makes me happy -I love my group....but I always love this break in the schedule

HappyUP!!! - great walk
Why it happened -weather and motivation
Why it makes me happy -...hey...who gets to walk in minimal clothes this time of year

HappyUP!!! Day 5374

 

HappyUP!!! - freezer clean out
Why it happened -motivation
Why it makes me happy - got it all organized. I am sure I will add to it before I do the, "I'm eating through my freezer" project. I have no reason for long term storage. Long story. But, for now, looks great and organized

HappyUP!!! - frying on the new toy
Why it happened -I busted it out
Why it makes me happy - THIS is where ALL bacon will be made!!!

HappyUP!!! - buddy bringing me dough
Why it happened - I have good friends
Why it makes me happy -it was the only "outstanding account" from being the treasures/collector for Xmas gifts. Glad I didn't have to break his leg. He called me up....and we had a lovely chat

HappyUP!!! Day 5373

 

HappyUP!!! - 18 flop n putt
Why it happened -skillz
Why it makes me happy - less than 1% of golfers in the world could have pulled that off today. Yeah...I am proud of that

HappyUP!!! - Drunken Pig
Why it happened -a buddy brought it out
Why it makes me happy -hey...I'm not gonna turn down a buddy's delicious thoughtfulness 

HappyUP!!! - Buddy on the range
Why it happened -he was hitting when I was leaving
Why it makes me happy - GREAT catch up time with this old friend!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 5372

 

HappyUP!!! - Raiders loss
Why it happened -they are idiots
Why it makes me happy - sometimes...ya get too smart for your britches

HappyUP!!! - client chat
Why it happened -it happens
Why it makes me happy -great to have returners!

HappyUP!!! - TD chat
Why it happened -same as above
Why it makes me happy -return clients...seeing value

HappyUP!!! Day 5371 Merry Christmas

 

HappyUP!!! - the turds worked
Why it happened -I get created
Why it makes me happy -ZERO MESS....and no BIG EVENT....like disrupting the morning for a lot of time...and it was easy....simplicity

HappyUP!!! - the COAL
Why it happened -it is XMAS
Why it makes me happy -this one created a little chaos....and I learned something through that

HappyUP!!! - got GREAT gifts
Why it happened - I asked...and didn't know I hinted
Why it makes me happy - it was all I could have asked for in my position to receive....I joy in giving

HappyUP!!! - family time
Why it happened -I violated Covid policy
Why it makes me happy -I wrestled with doing this virtually...then caved...hey...at least I thought about it.

HappyUP!!! Day 5370

 

HappyUP!!! - wrapping
Why it happened -its Xmas
Why it makes me happy - I figured out how to make it easier...and still give a great gift

HappyUP!!! - script
Why it happened -I had done most of it before
Why it makes me happy - Wrote it in plenty of time

HappyUP!!! - NO XMAS eve stress
Why it happened -I worked...a little ahead
Why it makes me happy -I was totally done...way early...going to bed early on Xmas eve....ahhhh

HappyUP!!! Day 5369 Wed

 

HappyUP!!! - Partner of Year presentation
Why it happened -its that time of year
Why it makes me happy -I REALLY loved giving NUMBER ONE his award!!!

HappyUP!!! -cookies and a cars
Why it happened -great neighbors
Why it makes me happy -the cookies were sweet, of course, but the sentiment of the card was much sweeter

HappyUP!!! - giving the captain his present
Why it happened -its that time of year
Why it makes me happy -LOVE presenting the result of the generosity of our group

HappyUP!!! Day 5368

 

HappyUP!!! - a meeting break
Why it happened -it's the holiday
Why it makes me happy -I love my club and all....but I also love our annual little two week vacation!!!

HappyUP!!! - Better Foods Deli
Why it happened -it's Christmas
Why it makes me happy -LOVE stepping in there. I don't eat those Sammies much anymore but, at one time, I sure did. Good checking in with the staff...and running into my nephew! LOL

HappyUP!!! -dry cleaner
Why it happened -I was searching
Why it makes me happy -well, I didn't find what I was looking for...but I found other stuff I had forgotten about

HappyUP!!! Day 5367

 

HappyUP!!! - catching up on a project
Why it happened -I put my head down
Why it makes me happy -I LOVE when I get in "that mode"....the TOTAL focus thing!!!

HappyUP!!! - filet of fish
Why it happened -I was hungry
Why it makes me happy -I don't do much fast food. I can't remember the last time I have had this "seafood" from MicDicks. It is tasty though!!! (and, no, I didn't have a coke and fries with it)

HappyUP!!! - Xmas stuff off the deck
Why it happened - I'm running out of days
Why it makes me happy - I don't have a lot to do...but it does add up. I put a BIG dent in it today

HappyUP!!! Day 5366

 HappyUP!!! - birdie on 18

Why it happened -monster great putt
Why it makes me happy - we NEEDED that birdie....nobody saw it coming....game changer on the spot. It was a "rip the heart out of the opponents" moment! I HATE it when it happens to me so I LOVE it when I do it

HappyUP!!! - great weather
Why it happened -who knows
Why it makes me happy - it will officially be winter tomorrow. Yet, it is 12/20 and it is amazing that we get to play in this condition.

HappyUP!!! - dinner
Why it happened -I did a little work
Why it makes me happy - it's easy to just slap something in the microwave. I gave it a little more effort today.....succulent!

HappyUP!!! Day 5365

 HappyUP!!! - Charlie Woods

Why it happened -I was watching golf
Why it makes me happy -it was so darn cute...AND impressive! Who knows if he will ever "make it" to the level of his dad (hopefully without the rehab...but...odds are that will be involved). In the meantime, great entertainment

HappyUP!!! - got a great card figured out
Why it happened -I think
Why it makes me happy - this is going to be awesome!!!@

HappyUP!!! - cards and gifts coming in
Why it happened -people think of me
Why it makes me happy -it's nice to be appreciated 

HappyUP!!! Day 5364

 HappyUP!!! - annual checkup

Why it happened -I do that
Why it makes me happy -tho in person would be better, we got done what I needed to. I got my questions answered. No issues

HappyUP!!! -nephew chip in on 17
Why it happened -skills and luck
Why it makes me happy -he was my opponent. THIS shot "hurt" (well...that is how I played it..which is why it is a HappyUP!!....got to do the schtick). IMPOSSIBLE shot to get down in 2 shots....and he sunk it

HappyUP!!! - 78 from the back tees
Why it happened -steady play
Why it makes me happy -I'm finding my game again....feeling it

HappyUP!!! Day 5363

 HappyUP!!! - Mark L chat

Why it happened -we exchanged on TM
Why it makes me happy -sooooo great to talk to this long lost friend!!!

HappyUP!!! - getting a donation
Why it happened -I'm collecting
Why it makes me happy -this one will help!....I hadn't counted on it

HappyUP!!! - convo with the ex-prez
Why it happened - we needed a debrief
Why it makes me happy -sooooo much fun talking about the meeting last night and plans for the future!

HappyUP!!! Day 5362

 HappyUP!!! - Cowichan TT's

Why it happened -it was a party
Why it makes me happy - I NAILED my part...so did the other two...and the party was great

HappyUP!!! - par 2 & 3 and a birdie on 4
Why it happened -skills
Why it makes me happy - I doubled one....GREAT to "right the ship" immediately

HappyUP!!! - really solid putting
Why it happened -skills
Why it makes me happy - I'm not saying I am the greatest putter (OK...in my mind, I am) but I made a lot of nice strokes today. They either went in or they could have. It's where I make up ground

HappyUP!!! Day 5361

 HappyUP!!! - bump up in appointment

Why it happened -they had a cancellation
Why it makes me happy -always happier to be moved up.....especially when it allowed time to get all the work done in one trip!

HappyUP!!! - nurse K
Why it happened -she popped in
Why it makes me happy -LOVE this lady...so glad she paid a visit...made my day

HappyUP!!! - money and a song
Why it happened -my buddy is thoughtful
Why it makes me happy -one less collection I had to do....and...I picked out a new tune on his suggestion....and a great suggestion it was

HappyUP!!! Day 5360

 HappyUP!!! - Parmalicious

Why it happened -he gave me a call
Why it makes me happy -what a GREAT chat!!!

HappyUP!!! - Kaiser
Why it happened -blood work
Why it makes me happy -even in these times, it could not have been an easier in and out

HappyUP!!! - Results back fast
Why it happened - I guess it is on site
Why it makes me happy - I soooo appreciate KNOWING my numbers ASAP!!!...even before the doc... and they look pretty darn good!

HappyUP!!! Day 5359

 HappyUP!!! - rain

Why it happened -weather
Why it makes me happy -it just came down today...and we soooo need it. It has really become a thing to be joyful about

HappyUP!!! - Venmo's coming in
Why it happened -I made it an option
Why it makes me happy -so glad I have some adopters for my project! It is sooooo much easier

HappyUP!!! - Qball time
Why it happened - lazy Sunday morning
Why it makes me happy - he's not really a lap kitty...he was today. That meme you have seen, "sorry Im late, the cat was on me" ?....yeah...it is a thing!

HappyUP!!! Day 5358

 HappyUP!!! - my CORONATION

Why it happened -I put in the work
Why it makes me happy -yes....I am now...a DISTINGUISHED TOASTMASTER! It's the highest accolade in the land. Nice to be recognized today. Appreciate the districts effort to do that in these times

HappyUP!!! - texting with my fellow indoctrinee
Why it happened - he hit me up
Why it makes me happy - glad to go in at the same time with this guy

HappyUP!!! - figuring Zoom and iPad issue
Why it happened -I got some smarts
Why it makes me happy -I didn't know what went wrong. While it was too late to capture what I wanted to, I patted myself on the back for making the connection!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 5357

 HappyUP!!! - leaves before the rain

Why it happened -I was motivated
Why it makes me happy -this would have been SOOOO much harder in coming days

HappyUP!!! -gutter work
Why it happened -movtivated
Why it makes me happy -while I had already done this in the fall, it was before the leaves came down. Yep, with the rain coming in, I would have been "that guy" who is clearing a downspout in a downpour.

HappyUP!!! - Coming back
Why it happened -birdies on 14 and 16 helped
Why it makes me happy -I think I played the last 5 holes 2 under par. We were down a bunch at the turn. Got it back to a manageable loss. I LOVE bringing it home. Sometimes, a loss is a win

HappyUP!!! Day 5356

 HappyUP!!! - got Squuekers in

Why it happened -I made an appointment
Why it makes me happy -I thought it was an hour later. Glad I checked calendar at the last minute. Yep, I was a few minutes late but glad to get this done

HappyUP!!! -not my problem
Why it happened - I went on a walk
Why it makes me happy -don't take a problem that isn't yours across the desk. YEP!!! I want you to re-read that. It has been my mantra FOREVER. I was taught it by an old Dry Cleaner. I almost failed today

HappyUP!!! - finding a golf glove
Why it happened -I put on a pair of shorts
Why it makes me happy -those dang things are expensive. Figured it had dropped out of my pocket (it happens...I see it all the time). Glad I don't have to reinvest! LOVE saving $$$

HappyUP!!! Day 5355

 HappyUP!!! - walking with the Shan Man

Why it happened -he hit me up
Why it makes me happy -9 miles is a good one....and it was a good one and much needed

HappyUP!!! - walking golf after that
Why it happened -I gutted it out
Why it makes me happy -14-15 miles in one day...when I'm out of shape? C'mon...gotta LOVE that!!!

HappyUP!!! - pitch over bunker on 18
Why it happened -skillz
Why it makes me happy - THAT shot was damn near impossible!!!...well...unless you are me! Yeah, I still have some hands

HappyUP!!! Day 5354

 HappyUP!!! - iPad

Why it happened -I own one
Why it makes me happy -I busted it out today for my meeting....awesome

HappyUP!!! - trimmed up
Why it happened -my gal took me in
Why it makes me happy -glad I could get there..and do something nice more my stylist. Always a fun experience

HappyUP!!! - a video 
Why it happened -my friend does those
Why it makes me happy -can't wait to see how mine turns out! This one was great!

HappyUP!!! Day 5353

 

HappyUP!!! - liquidation
Why it happened -it was time
Why it makes me happy -I don't know what the market is going to do. It just felt right to get rid of a few "good old friends" that have treated me VERY well in the market over the years

HappyUP!!! - call from my dentist office
Why it happened -I dunno...they got caught up
Why it makes me happy -we got a plan. I was wondering

HappyUP!!! - being interviewed
Why it happened -I got a request
Why it makes me happy -I "get it" when it comes to such things. My buddy should not have to do much editing. Happy...humbled...thrilled to help him with his project. Can't wait to see how it turns out

HappyUP!!! Day 5352

 

HappyUP!!! - pitching wedge on 2
Why it happened -I was in a jam
Why it makes me happy -I didn't think I could get over that tree....OK...the younger man in me thought he still could....and I did....and it yielded a birdie. There is still a bit of life in this old man

HappyUP!!! - Firepit time
Why it happened - we got lucky
Why it makes me happy -with COVID, we are outside a lot after golf. The fire pit is a coveted spot to end the day. It's usually occupied. It was totally vacant when we got there....but...by the time we got the party going, we had new friends join us....LOVELY fireside chatting!

HappyUP!!! - rain pants
Why it happened -I have them in the bag
Why it makes me happy -we LOVE wearing shorts in December. The weatherman had "shorts friendly" weather predicted. I don't think he accounted for a bit of wind chill. I was so glad to "slip into something more comfortable"

HappyUP!!! Day 5351

 

HappyUP!!! - request to be interviewed
Why it happened -I know stuff
Why it makes me happy -it's an honor to be acknowledged that I have knowledge

HappyUP!!! - fun with Pzizer
Why it happened -I'm playful
Why it makes me happy - this just does...it's all I can say. Some people just look at the bad side of things

HappyUP!!! - nailing down an appointment
Why it happened -we worked it out
Why it makes me happy - this needs to be DONE!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 5350

HappyUP!!! - grocery store fun early
Why it happened -I was motivated
Why it makes me happy -this is putting me so far ahead of the game

HappyUP!!! - bunker shots
Why it happened -I got skillz
Why it makes me happy - I may not hit it as far or as well as I once did...but...I'm in "the zone" when it comes to the sand right now. Thank goodness

HappyUP!!! - 4 birdies
Why it happened -skillz...and some luck
Why it makes me happy - a blade wedge on 6 (love when I roll those in)...and three birdies on the back that I didn't even need to putt (yeah...that is how close they were..any one of them could have been an eagle). Needless to say...profitable day

HappyUP!!! Day 5349

 

HappyUP!!! - filling in
Why it happened - it's what I do
Why it makes me happy - I don't play on Thursdays....unless absolutely needed. I couldn't resist the company of the bro and TC. Glad I got out

HappyUP!!! - a joiner at the turn
Why it happened -he needed a game
Why it makes me happy -LOVE this guy....and he was just going to do 9 alone. What a GREAT partner he ended up being for me on the back 9

HappyUP!!! - winning the "numbers"
Why it happened -I had a good 9
Why it makes me happy - I got myself "into the red"

HappyUP!!! Day 5348

 

HappyUP!!! - scratchy ramp arrives
Why it happened - I ordered it
Why it makes me happy -within seconds, my cats were all over it! This one is going to be a winner. Makes total sense

HappyUP!!! - birdie on 11
Why it happened -skillz and knowledge
Why it makes me happy -NO WAY I was going for that pin. Tucked in over the bunker on the right and I was pressing on that 8 iron. I aimed for the middle of the green. "Pushed it" slightly and it ended up stoney (right there close to the pin). Had I aimed for the pin....I would have been down the hill making a bogey. 

HappyUP!!! - speech delivery
Why it happened -I was scheduled
Why it makes me happy -won best speaker...out of 4 speakers. LOVE the topic I provided and delivered well....from a new setting. Still figuring out how to do Toastmasters on Zoom for optimal effectiveness

HappyUP!!! Day 5347

 

HappyUP!!! - back to sleep
Why it happened -who knows
Why it makes me happy -I woke up WAAAAY early...checked the time...went, "too soon"...thought I wouldn't get back to sleep....but I did...and it was marvelous

HappyUP!!! - scarf mystery solved
Why it happened -I showed it at the Zoom meeting
Why it makes me happy -I suspected...but didn't KNOW...the rightful owner. I know where it needs to go now

HappyUP!!! - sushi
Why it happened -I made the run
Why it makes me happy -LOVE Sprouts! Is it the same as a roll from a restaurant? It's close enough for my taste. 

HappyUP!!! -
Why it happened -
Why it makes me happy -

HappyUP!!! day 5346

 HappyUP!!! - fireplace dude

Why it happened -I had a problem
Why it makes me happy -it took 30 days to get on their calendar....but my insert is fixed...and I will be back to heating from the efficient source. He was a joy to work with. He did extra mile stuff...and he got an extra reward for his kitties. Sooooooo glad I had that generous gift to give him

HappyUP!!! - Portia to the vet
Why it happened -I figured it out
Why it makes me happy -hey...it's bad when you have to call the vet, "can't make the appointment cuz I can't catch her." I figured out how to do it. I got lucky...no lacerations getting her into the crate. She was a. CHAMP today and I learned some stuff from the vet

HappyUP!!! -great weather for my friends
Why it happened - I have friends
Why it makes me happy -no regrets on enforcing my COVID policy and skipping this GREAT trip. I'm thrilled that my buddies are getting the best weather possible. It's a looooooong drive to play in possible crappy weather. Im so happy they didn't have to. 

HappyUP!!! Day 5345

 HappyUP!!! - the 18th hole

Why it happened -we golf
Why it makes me happy -its so interesting. We play for a pittance...yet...it is a pressure point. It was fascinating to see what MELTED down on 18 today. It wasn't me or my partner

HappyUP!!! - my partner's shot...and my shot...on 18
Why it happened -we have been there
Why it makes me happy -we both hit TREMENDOUS shots....our opponents?...not so much. My partner isn't about to become Partner of the Year for nothing

HappyUP!!! - egg scramble
Why it happened -I gotta eat
Why it makes me happy - somehow....I learned to cook...and...I had fresh eggs from my neighbors. Wow!!! Way more yellow than store bought eggs

HappyUP!!! Day 5344

 HappyUP!!! - Emminence Front

Why it happened -having a convo
Why it makes me happy -listened to it many times today. An old song. A bit obscure. Not The Who's biggest hit by a mile......but ...it just hits my ear and puts me in a grooooover

HappyUP!!! - putt on 17
Why it happened - skillz
Why it makes me happy - it was a bone breaker to the opponents. 40 feet...1 foot of left to right break..and it just kept tumbling...."on line" the entire ride....looked like it could come up a few inches short...until...it disappeared

HappyUP!!! - wedge to 18
Why it happened -skillz
Why it makes me happy - our backs were still up against the wall....especially when I was 100 yards out and all of my fellow players had hit their third shot. Only one way to pull this out....and I put it to 4 feet and made the birdie putt. A birdie birdie finish....it's about accomplishment of years of doing this. Did I create world peace today? NOPE....I just experienced happiness in the moment...and...happiness is never attained....it's a pursuit....a place you get to visit once in awhile...and that is the sweet spot

HappyUP!!! Day 5343

HappyUP!!! - wedge into 18
Why it happened -skillz
Why it makes me happy - had to take it over the corner of the bunker...with a 3/4 wedge. This is easy to screw up...usually a dead pull. This baby sailed high and with dead weight within 8 feet....right when we needed it.  Then, for good measure, snuggled that little left to righter (with consequences) right into the cup for birdie!...which led to.....

HappyUP!!! - a NUTTER CUP title defense
Why it happened -brother , the nephews , and myself do that
Why it makes me happy -it didn't look that promising on the 18th tee...or even after two shots on the 18th hole. We got a little help...and also took advantage

HappyUP!!! - our guest, Gene
Why it happened -my brother invited him
Why it makes me happy - what a lovely gentleman! That was a fun day on the course. 

HappyUP!!! - won a couple of skins
Why it happened -see that "wedge into 18" above?
Why it makes me happy - got my money back with a 100% return with that little shot. 
 

HappyUP!! Day 5342

 

HappyUP!!! - Dinner Invitations
Why it happened -considerate friends
Why it makes me happy - people know my situation.  I always get a few invitations to share Thanksgiving with people. It happened again this year....even with COVID. I am blessed

HappyUP!!! - Queens Gambit
Why it happened -I was chilling
Why it makes me happy -wow!....had to turn off the tube after a couple of episodes. I could have gone further but I have stuff to do. Yes, this is a good one

HappyUP!!! - getting some clean up done
Why it happened -it needed to
Why it makes me happy -yeah, I can be a bit messy. Sometimes, you just need to attack. Made a small dent today. That is OK...I have time. 

HappyUP!!! - after dinner walk
Why it happened -it needed to
Why it makes me happy -no "tryptophan zone out" for this kid. It was "hit the trail." What a gorgeous day!!! Did it in just a jogging shirt!

HappyUP!!! Day 5341

 

HappyUP!!! - birdies
Why it happened -skillz
Why it makes me happy - a nice little running PW on 6 and PUSHING that 9 iron on 13. That 9 iron was kind of amazing...a lot of experience went into getting that one where it needed to be...and a SWEET putt

HappyUP!!! - a nice win for the leader
Why it happened -I did some carrying today
Why it makes me happy - he's never won POY (Partner of the Year). Couldn't happen to a nicer guy!!!

HappyUP!!! - Cowichan
Why it happened -it's a Wed night thing
Why it makes me happy - we were small but experienced and made a GREAT meeting out of it

HappyUP!!! - Thanksgiving is squared away
Why it happened -I made a last minute move
Why it makes me happy -it's going to be a GREAT day!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 5340

 HappyUP!!! - 3 speeches

Why it happened -we have active members
Why it makes me happy - it is GREAT when our agenda is packed. It keeps everyone on point. We put on a heck of a show today

HappyUP!!! - call from VBD
Why it happened -I was being thought of
Why it makes me happy - great chat and an interesting opportunity

HappyUP!!! - delivering
Why it happened -it's what I do
Why it makes me happy -I thought I nailed it...and...I kinda did....then...I watched the playback. Zoom definitely brings some speaking challenges that I haven't mastered

HappyUP!!! -a realtor sign
Why it happened -I was walking
Why it makes me happy - the level of wackiness on this sign was.....hmmm......weird, funny or cute. I can't decide. It didn't make much sense but it got my attention

HappyUP!!! Day 5339

HappyUP!!! - clean teeth

Why it happened -I have that done
Why it makes me happy -c'mon...you know the feeling! PLUS, my Hygenist went old school due to "da vid"...no ultra-sonic (that can hurt a little).  Love my healthcare workers

HappyUP!!! - found a problem
Why it happened - fixing another problem
Why it makes me happy -not sure I would have caught this until too late. It may take a pro to fix this. That is OK. It's why I have them as part of my staff

HappyUP!!! - walking and writing
Why it happened -I do that
Why it makes me happy - came home after an hour, got out the big paper on the wall, outlined, and then wrote a winner. I can't wait to deliver it!

HappyUP!!! Day 5338

 HappyUP!!! - back to back birdies

Why it happened -great putts
Why it makes me happy -I have NEVER made that putt from off the green right to the back center pin up that hill. Then, another 20 footer on 14. We NEEDED those...got us right back in the game

HappyUP!!! - shorts and shirt sleeves
Why it happened -I was very comfortable
Why it makes me happy -everyone else was bundled up. I was very comfortable today. A touch chilly coming in but no big deal. 

HappyUP!!! - Straight knockin
Why it happened - been working on it
Why it makes me happy - 14 out of 14 straight balls off the tee today. I'm sure I have done that at some point......but NOT in years!

HappyUP!!! Day 5337

 HappyUP!!! - Short Stuff Cafe

Why it happened -I was hungry and heading by
Why it makes me happy -I do NOT know why I don't grab brekko or lunch more often at the gas station! Just delicious!!!

HappyUP!!! -fabulous walk
Why it happened -motivation
Why it makes me happy -almost let this opportunity slide away. Perfect clothing for the weather...had a great training going on. Outstanding!!!

HappyUP!!! - solutions
Why it happened -I was in that mode
Why it makes me happy - I have a lot of catching up to do on some things. Big dent taken out of that today

HappyUP!!! Day 5336

 

HappyUP!!! - bladey wedge birdie 17
Why it happened -I have skillz
Why it makes me happy -I just LOVE whipping this shot out. It is ridiculously easy with a little practice. When I knock one in (and it happens often), it is satisfying. I took the slight effort to figure out something others don't want to

HappyUP!!! - shorts and sleeves
Why it happened -I was determined
Why it makes me happy -yeah, it was a little brisk on the last hole or two.....but invigorating as well. I was amazed at how bundled up some people were

HappyUP!!! - 9 iron punch into 18
Why it happened -skillz
Why it makes me happy - downhill lie....sitting on mud basically...I knew I had to hit a cute little knock down off that lie....and put it to 10 feet. Nice way to finish up and secure a comeback win!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 5335

 

HappyUP!!! - trips to the Vet
Why it happened -I scheduled them
Why it makes me happy -glad to get 2 out of 3 tackled today. No MAJOR issues (well, other than Q-ball was being a bit grumpy)

HappyUP!!! - flu shot
Why it happened -its that time
Why it makes me happy - hey, if the kitties had to get their shots, why wouldn't I? This was absolutely the BEST!!! No need to get out of the car. ....and they gave me a mask!

HappyUP!!! - cleaning inside the windshield
Why it happened -it NEEDED it
Why it makes me happy -I HATE doing this job....usually! I got a little tip from my glass expert. A lot of times, you end up just smearing that film around. Nope...not with the secret!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 5334

 

HappyUP!!! - RAIN!!!
Why it happened -it's weather
Why it makes me happy -THIS WAS A DOOOOOOZY!!! It was just awesome to see it pour. It's been awhile

HappyUP!!! - Nick Names
Why it happened -it was Wed night theme
Why it makes me happy -the Vancouver Island club knocked it out of the park tonight! What a great way to do a meeting!

HappyUP!!! - evaluating JG
Why it happened -I was up
Why it makes me happy -I got the best evaluator award but, more importantly, I did great work and was helpful>

HappyUP!!! Day 5333

HappyUP!!! - RTT chat
Why it happened -we did an assessment
Why it makes me happy - we made a VERY serious breakthrough! It was something to give my client something to think about. 

HappyUP!!! - 2 great speeches
Why it happened -we do that
Why it makes me happy -both of our speakers really BROUGHT IT today. Most of the time, there is a clear winner. I had trouble voting today.

HappyUP!!! - really understanding the imbalance
Why it happened -I heard something
Why it makes me happy -it is a very interesting perspective about our country. The left owns virtually all of the media....and entertainment.  Additionally, the tech world has decided that it is more likely that the politicians will leave them alone if they pour money to the left. Yeah, there is money that goes into the right from conservative businesses.....but the left controls virtually all day to day exposure. Fascinating

HappyUP!!! Day 5332

 

HappyUP!!! - talking with the bro
Why it happened -I called
Why it makes me happy -great insight to a persnickety issue!

HappyUP!!! - texting with a distant friend
Why it happened -I made an inquiry
Why it makes me happy -great to get an update. My, how that person's life has changed!!! Exciting times, I suppose. 

HappyUP!!! - RTT appointment booked
Why it happened -a client reached out
Why it makes me happy -LOVE return clients...especially the ones that had been awhile. It is a form of validation.

HappyUP!!! Day 5331

 

HappyUP!!! - The Masters
Why it happened -it's a tradition like no other
Why it makes me happy -well.....in NOVEMBER?...with no patrons? It was different but it was still a Green Jacket on the line. Not very exciting but the best golfer showed why

HappyUP!!! - Another win with the POY leader
Why it happened -team effort
Why it makes me happy - just LOVE winning!!!

HappyUP!!! - brekko delivered
Why it happened -we were hungry
Why it makes me happy - really nice for the three of us to munch out on the 2nd tee after the shop was kind enough to bring us breakfast for 3. I was HUNGRY!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 5330

 

HappyUP!!! - One Man Scramble
Why it happened -we do that
Why it makes me happy -did I win? Nope. Did I cash a check? Nope.....for the third year in a row! Just didn't "bring it" today.....but played with a couple of good dudes, great weather, and a lot of fun

HappyUP!!! - 9 iron/wedge on 5
Why it happened -I came across something
Why it makes me happy - these were both PERFECT draws....the way I used to hit irons. It is something to work on.....HOPE is always a HappyUP!!!

HappyUP!!! - fire pit time
Why it happened - we do that these days
Why it makes me happy -I had a great seat near the flame...as it started to chill down....buddies all around ....just awesome

HappyUP!!! Day 5329

 

HappyUP!!! - a repeat performance
Why it happened -my little buddy needed it
Why it makes me happy -my little COVID patient needed "the doctor" to give her that sleeping pill again....and it worked again. Found out that, last time, she slept straight through to 9 in the morning! She was amazed. Even recorded it this time

HappyUP!!! - nice win with the POY leader
Why it happened -more him than me
Why it makes me happy -he really covered my fanny today. His birdie on 9 was JUST what the doctor ordered

HappyUP!!! - chip in on 4
Why it happened -skillz
Why it makes me happy - this was a long chip...all the way across the green left to right...to a pin that, if you go by, you are gone. This thing was a gem! I had the club in the air when it still had 10 feet to go. MAGIC STUFF!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 5328

 

HappyUP!!! - Dr Phil
Why it happened -I caught him being interviewed
Why it makes me happy -"Before you judge, you too are probably a piece of shit. Get your bearings before you jump." He's just the best at times!!!

HappyUP!!! - a 10 miler
Why it happened -my buddy hit me up
Why it makes me happy -glad I cleared my calendar for this one. It really gave me some needed perspective. Great fellowship on a gorgeous day!

HappyUP!!! - client time
Why it happened -we set it up
Why it makes me happy -great follow up chat with this guy. He's not pretending to be a winner anymore. He is believing it now and not faking it. Sure, more work to do but he is so much farther along than when we started. Incredible work on his part

HappyUP!!! Day 5327

 

HappyUP!!! - Lenny Kravitz
Why it happened -I caught him being interviewed
Why it makes me happy -"it's all about putting positive energy into the world". THAT guy has to be one of the coolest people in the world. 

HappyUP!!! -13 fairways hit
Why it happened - I have been working on it
Why it makes me happy -13/14...it's hard to beat that! LOVE driving it straight!!!

HappyUP!!! - Vancouver Reunion
Why it happened -great support from the RTT mothership
Why it makes me happy -great to catch up with my fellow graduates. Just awesome to see them again!

HappyUP!!! Day 5326

 

HappyUP!!! - John S stepped it up
Why it happened -we were light this morning
Why it makes me happy -we still had a great meeting.  Our president delivered a GREAT speech considering he didn't prep very much. THAT is called GROWTH and I LOVE that I was a piece of it

HappyUP!!! -snuck in a walk
Why it happened -just did it
Why it makes me happy -I could have let this one pass but...NO....I hit it hard!!!

HappyUP!!! - Gilligans Island trivia
Why it happened -I was doing some scanning
Why it makes me happy -I grew up on this show. It was FANTASTIC to learn some behind the scenes stuff. Such fun!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 5325

HappyUP!!! - great chat with a client
Why it happened -they love me
Why it makes me happy -it is a sacred privilege to be of service...especially to someone that is of such high stature. Yep, the "perfect people" need help too. Such an honor

HappyUP!!! - putting my friend to sleep
Why it happened -I have those skills
Why it makes me happy -I have a friend in Ohio who has the COVID. We were texting. She hadn't been sleeping. I got the OK and called her and immediately used my RTT skills. She started out coughing but was then asleep within 5 minutes

HappyUP!!! - liberal terms
Why it happened -I was listening to some of "those" shows
Why it makes me happy - "white fragility"..."Diet fascism"...."punish conservatives"....these things entertain me. Those "woke" people crack me up

HappyUP!!! Day 5324

 

HappyUP!!! - GatorAde run
Why it happened -I was requested
Why it makes me happy -my neighbor ladies all have the Covid. They hit me up to make a run for them. I had those electrolytes on their doorstep within 15 minutes. 

HappyUP!!! - Town Hall meeting
Why it happened -my club does that
Why it makes me happy -I like some of the things that are happening. VERY encouraging

HappyUP!!! - only costing myself
Why it happened -my partner had another partner
Why it makes me happy -when I STINK like I did today, it's nice that my partner had an alternative to make up my loss and break even. 

HappyUP!!! Day 5323

 

HappyUP!!! - RTT Training
Why it happened -I do that
Why it makes me happy -GREAT stuff as I maintain my Continuing Professional Development. Really interesting curriculum on how people work

HappyUP!!! - 4 miler
Why it happened -I needed it
Why it makes me happy - it gave me some time to do some nature and absorb what I had learned

HappyUP!!! - the cats
Why it happened -I own the
Why it makes me happy -they were ABSOLUTELY cracking me up all day. I don't know what was into them but they were REALLY playful today

HappyUP!!! Day 5322

 

HappyUP!!! - losing two rolls
Why it happened -it happens
Why it makes me happy -more than happy to host the party for my boys

HappyUP!!! - getting one bought for me
Why it happened - they wanted to keep me around
Why it makes me happy - it's just fun! Great time with the wives. Great day

HappyUP!!! - Happy Feet
Why it happened -I do that
Why it makes me happy -glad that my buddy pointed it out. It is something to work on!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 5321

 

HappyUP!!! - hosting my buddy
Why it happened -we made it happen
Why it makes me happy -so GREAT to play some golf with this guy today!!! Great time for fellowship

HappyUP!!! - tee shot on 14
Why it happened -I YANKED that one
Why it makes me happy -this just made me laugh! Straight into a tree just off the tee...up and over us to our right...down the hill BEHIND us and nearly in the sand trap of the previous hole. NOT the place you want to be hitting 2 from. YET...I came ONE INCH from making a par!!!

HappyUP!!! - chip in birdie on 18
Why it happened -I still got it
Why it makes me happy -LOVE a chip in!!! ESPECIALLY on the last hole. 

HappyUP!!! - an evening break
Why it happened -I was aware
Why it makes me happy - I am going to keep this one to myself. Just VERY lucky!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 5320

 

HappyUP!!! - 6 iron into 2
Why it happened - skillz
Why it makes me happy - once in awhile, you catch one EXACTLY how it is supposed to be hit. This goes beyond a good shot. It is what I call "properly" hit. My ball striking is not the best at the moment. When I catch one of these, it thrills me!!!

HappyUP!!! -malarkey
Why it happened -I was the grammarian
Why it makes me happy -so much fun to make fun of our likely next president. The club up in Canada used the heck out of the word. It was used more than ANY word of the day that I have ever heard! THAT is good work on my part

HappyUP!!! - weight
Why it happened -taking care of business
Why it makes me happy -OK....I don't have any Covid pounds on me....now...it's time to get on to the next step which is leaving this year with less of me than came in. I have two months...I got this!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 5319

 

HappyUP!!! - Election Day
Why it happened -we do that
Why it makes me happy -it's FINALLY over!!! Yeah, I am pretty sure we won't KNOW tonight but all of the ads can stop. There will be rancor in the aftermath, I am sure. For now, time for us all to relax.

HappyUP!!! - my buddy SS
Why it happened -I called
Why it makes me happy - I needed an answer to a question. We had had some FB political debate. I assured him it had NOTHING to do with that. There was also a bit of burnt peace as a nice sidebar

HappyUP!!! - CG delivering
Why it happened -it was her turn to speak
Why it makes me happy -I was THRILLED to hear her speak in a club setting. Since joining us as a dual member, this was the first time. It was AWESOME

HappyUP!!! Day 5318

 

HappyUP!!! - back in touch with RT
Why it happened -I texted him
Why it makes me happy - we had had some confusion. Such a joy to be back in touch with my buddy

HappyUP!!! - client e-mail
Why it happened -they do that
Why it makes me happy -he is doing so well now. Another session isn't needed at the moment. There will probably be some fine tuning in the future

HappyUP!!! - Smart N Final boarded up
Why it happened -somebody overreacted
Why it makes me happy - I just laughed. Yeah, we have an election happening. If it goes against the left, I HIGHLY doubt this place is going to be a target. It was funny!

HappyUP!!! Day 5317

 

HappyUP!!! - The Nutter Cup
Why it happened - it was a birthday
Why it makes me happy -.....and the old guys (my bro and I) took it to the nephews!

HappyUP!!! - birdies on 18
Why it happened -showing off?
Why it makes me happy -we didn't need them but it was fun when my brother and I both birdied the final hole to put the cherry on top!

HappyUP!!! - family dinner
Why it happened - it was a birthday
Why it makes me happy -great to have everyone together!

HappyUP!!! Day 5316

 HappyUP!!! - SLASH

Why it happened -I got an idea
Why it makes me happy - I had all of the stuff on hand...and had a heck of a lot of fun playing the rock star....banging out music while supervising the candy pull

HappyUP!!! - the singing nun
Why it happened -it's Halloween
Why it makes me happy -he showed up with a Taylor around his neck. I asked, "can you play that?" He said, "yep." He threw down the rhythm...I improvised some crappy lead work and we just jammed it out for a few minutes. "Hey, nice improvising, man," was his reply. Yep, he got extra candy

HappyUP!!! - the chip off
Why it happened - my partner and I were right there
Why it makes me happy -with all the pressure on, I delivered a beauty. Yeah, I lost by less than a foot because it rolled out more than I thought it would, but I did my best

HappyUP!!! - the nephew and partner
Why it happened -they got into the shootout
Why it makes me happy -it was so cool watching them perform. They got past hole one. It was a first for both of them. FABULOUS!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 5315

 HappyUP!!! - putting consulting

Why it happened -my buddy asked
Why it makes me happy -OK...maybe he didn't "ask"....but he appreciated me going out of my way to acknowledge how a little "something" has crept into his stroke

HappyUP!!! - 4 birdies...by the bro
Why it happened -his putter
Why it makes me happy -yeah, it cost me money, but it was great to see him put on a show today! Worth every penny

HappyUP!!! - great book
Why it happened -I re-opened it
Why it makes me happy -I had forgot that I had started this one. This is great stuff. 

HappyUP!!! Day 5314

 HappyUP!!! - kicked butt today

Why it happened -a "no TV" day
Why it makes me happy -amazing what I can get done without distraction!!!

HappyUP!!! -fireplace appointment confirmed
Why it happened -I got a call back
Why it makes me happy -turns out I had called the wrong place the other day. SOOOO LUCKY to get on the calendar for these guys. The price is outstanding

HappyUP!!! - Glen Greenwald
Why it happened -I was doing research
Why it makes me happy - it is going to amaze me how this story gets suppressed. It's laughable. Does it make me happy? Not really.....but it made me laugh. That is worth something!

HappyUP!!! Day 5313

 HappyUP!!! - birdie on 12

Why it happened -skillz
Why it makes me happy - I ripped that hybrid into the wind. The putt? Just SOOOOLLLLIIIIDDD!!!

HappyUP!!! - back to Yuba City
Why it happened -a little clean up to the car deal
Why it makes me happy - windshield time with my dear person and a drive back with the NEW CAR!!!

HappyUP!!! - Kaiser
Why it happened -we needed to show off the new wheels
Why it makes me happy -great to meet up with my brother and be there. Also, I got a look at the cool drive thru Flu setup. THAT is going to work!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 5312

 HappyUP!!! - a car deal

Why it happened -it needed to
Why it makes me happy -I'm so glad to be in the position to have the time and abilities to help out this special person get  a first NEW car. Man, if I wasn't there, it could have been a slaughterhouse. I'm not saying I am the great negotiator. It AMAZES me the tactics that get used by the pros!

HappyUP!!! - our saleslady
Why it happened -luck of the draw
Why it makes me happy -it took WAAAAAY too long but she was a sweetie and made the experience as pleasant as possible

HappyUP!!! - an appointment
Why it happened -I NEED it
Why it makes me happy -glad to get on the books. Yeah, I would like it done tomorrow. I am a month out. Apparently, this is HIGH season for fire insert repair. Glad to get on the docket and that I took immediate initiative!!!!

HappyUP!!! Day 5311

 HappyUP!!! - Dinner invitation

Why it happened -I was requested
Why it makes me happy -due to circumstances (COVID), we will see what happens...I think it will. I'm looking forward to it

HappyUP!!! -car research
Why it happened -I'm helping out
Why it makes me happy -it's not my favorite thing to do....but....if I can help someone else out, it is a pleasure!

HappyUP!!! - avoiding the wind
Why it happened -I saw the forecast
Why it makes me happy -I got my stuff done early and tucked it is so I didn't have to be out in that garbage