HappyUP!!! April 26 Tuesday

 HappyUP!!! -drive time

Why it happened -heading home

Why it makes me happy -the miles just flew by with this fellow traveller. We caught a break and saved some time by going an alternate route

HappyUP!!! -seeing the paint combination

Why it happened -my painter is almost done

Why it makes me happy -it just looks FANTASTIC!

HappyUP!!! - seeing my furr balls

Why it happened -I came home

Why it makes me happy -yeah, they aren't dogs. The welcoming committee wasn't waiting at the door. Yet, I loved getting my hands on those fluffy things

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HappyUP!!! April 25. Monday

 HappyUP!!! -brekko at the course

Why it happened -we gotta eat

Why it makes me happy -nice time with the team to discuss the day. All in a lovely setting

HappyUP!!! -time on the rock

Why it happened -we are staying there

Why it makes me happy -this is one of my favorite spots in the world. Got visited by a brave squirrel and got a nice "relaxation" video to hold on to

HappyUP!!! - dinner at the Beach House

Why it happened -it was across the street

Why it makes me happy -this is one of the reasons I stay where I do when in this locale. Amazing calamari. The surf and turf I had was incredible. Super time with friends

HappyUP!!! - In Great Spirits

Why it happened -we see things differently

Why it makes me happy -we shot ourselves out of it today...but we didn't care. We got in some great fellowship all during the day

HappyUP!!! April 24 Sunday

 HappyUP!!! -shutting down after 15

Why it happened -we got places to go

Why it makes me happy -no rush! I love not being rushed. It leaves room for error....(see next)

HappyUP!!! - missing a turnoff

Why it happened -we were engaged in talk

Why it makes me happy - yeah, it added 20 minutes to the drive. Who cares? We weren't on a strict timeline. We were having great conversation

HappyUP!!! -dinner on the wharf

Why it happened - if there is a wharf where you are, eat at it

Why it makes me happy -the food and the company couldn't have been better. The calamari was good... but there will be better tomorrow night.  How does crabbed stuffed salmon sound to you? It tasted AMAZING to me

HappyUP!!! April 23, Saturday

 HappyUP!!! - WICKED!!!

Why it happened -I planned it

Why it makes me happy -seen it before but not in Sacramento. Awesome to catch this traveling show. Once again, it gave more than a gentle tug at my soul. Always a good thing.  The company was also superb.

HappyUP!!! - Brasserie du Monde

Why it happened - one must eat before the theater

Why it makes me happy - this place took great care of us. The sea bass was delicious. The short ribs surprised me! They even gave me 10% off because I was going to see Wicked. Not enough to pay for parking...but over half! Love that

HappyUP!!! - more planting

Why it happened -I was on a mission

Why it makes me happy - first, it needed to be done. Second, glad I could jam it in before theater and before I leave town for a couple of days tomorrow. We have some great growing weather happening. Also, I really like the smell of the dirt and planting time!

HappyUP!!! April 22, Friday

 HappyUP!!! - 3 Sandies

Why it happened -skillz 

Why it makes me happy -just building some confidence coming into the next week. Big event coming

HappyUP!!! - getting the paint chosen

Why it happened -a deadline

Why it makes me happy -I LOVE (I think) the last minute change I made. Yep, I based it on golf and something coming up. Yep, that is how a guy chooses paint! What a crack up!!! I can't imagine the consternation that would have occurred had a third party been involved. Sure, the outcome MIGHT be better but the process was easy

HappyUP!!! - Nailing down dinner plans

Why it happened -a deadline

Why it makes me happy -hey, it gets a little more crowded downtown these days than I thought. The place I am going to isn't my first choice. Yet, you know what? I often find that ends up being the best choice. Happy to get this off my desk!!!

HappyUP!!! April 21, Thursday

 

HappyUP!!! - great session with client

Why it happened -preparation

Why it makes me happy -without the prep, this one might have been less than optimally productive. We nailed this one. Is there more work to do? Always. We established a fantastic base and covered a lot

HappyUP!!! - Thurderstorm

Why it happened -who knows?

Why it makes me happy -I don't think this one was on the radar. I was working at the computer with a FANTASTIC view when it came in. It came in HARD. We need all the water we can get. A good show made it entertaining.

HappyUP!!! - installing a new tuning machine

Why it happened -StewMac

Why it makes me happy -this company was AWESOME to deal with. When I changed things out on my guitar, it was simple. Upon completion, it was like I had a brand new instrument available to me. I had forgotten how sweet this baby sounds! 

HappyUP!!! - Aint No Grave and Gunfight at the OK Corral

Why it happened -I got a buddy

Why it makes me happy -couldn't resist dashing these off to him...on my new baby!

HappyUP!!! April 20, Wed

 HappyUP!!! - Pitching wedge to 4

Why it happened -I practiced it

Why it makes me happy -if I can get this little tweener shot down, it is really going to help. Got it to 4 feet today. Love progress and improvement

HappyUP!!! - closet plan

Why it happened -it came upon me

Why it makes me happy -the painting/remodeling going on is inspiring some new ideas. I am looking forward to doing some serious "scorched earth." If you can't build more space, create it!

HappyUP!!! - Cowichan evaluation

Why it happened -it was my turn

Why it makes me happy -all of these years, I still get a little nervous. I really want to give great advice. "White washing" is not helpful or motivating.  I nailed it with both speakers tonight. 

HappyUP!!! April 19, Tuesday

 HappyUP!!! -GREAT Toastmasters meeting

Why it happened -we are good

Why it makes me happy - 3 speeches, 3 evaluations, and 6 table topics all in 70 minutes. Efficient. Members filled in roles. Our new guys gave first evaluations (they volunteered..AWESOME) and did seasoned jobs! INCREDIBLE. Love the energy and the growth

HappyUP!!! - hitting some balls

Why it happened -getting tuned up

Why it makes me happy -found a little something "old school" with my wedges that I can't wait to try on the course. I used to be a hell of a wedge player with these techniques. If I start throwing these in tight, I am on my way

HappyUP!!! - two referrals

Why it happened -I am attractive?

Why it makes me happy - looking forward to my new client this week...and the two friends that will be reaching out shortly. It is humbling in my business when you get this level of trust.

HappyUP!!! April 18, Monday

 HappyUP!!! - hard workout

Why it happened -my dude is pushing me

Why it makes me happy -yep, I am going to feel this one. That is PERFECT! This is exactly what I need to be doing for my distance. I definitely have regained what I had lost. NOW? We move into taking it further. This is PERFECT!

HappyUP!!! - my worker arrived

Why it happened -we scheduled it

Why it makes me happy -hey, workers aren't always on time. This allowed us a chance to go over the scope of project. I know what is expected of me. I will get it done. Good day one!

HappyUP!!! - solidifying a plan for a client

Why it happened -I take my time

Why it makes me happy -sometimes clients DON'T want things. I help them get what they DO want. It is difficult, at times, for the client to come to that place.  We got there today. I can't wait to get started

HappyUP!!! April 17, Sunday

 HappyUP!!! -Early tee time

Why it happened -Easter

Why it makes me happy - our regular guys bailed. We were able to move to a way earlier time. Just got up early, worked out, and my body felt like it was the regular, later time. I try to avoid morning golf. I won't be able to next week so this was a great tune up

HappyUP!!! -ball striking

Why it happened -been working at it

Why it makes me happy - it wasn't quite a "stripe show" today but there were some really pure shots. The 9 iron on 12 after talking about a hole in one was fabulous. I listened to my caddy there. I hit a pure punch shot. My 6 iron was a bit right on 17 but it was COMPRESSED. This is the way it used to be. 

HappyUP!!! - Intake Call from a referral

Why it happened -my client liked what I did

Why it makes me happy -what a delightful person to talk to. We made progress just in this call. Helping this person is right up my ally! Love feeling useful and help people eliminate pain

HappyUP!!! April 16, Saturday

 HappyUP!!! -guitar

Why it happened -I am a noodler 

Why it makes me happy -picked up on a new picking pattern as well as got farther along on a couple of tunes. Had some fun with my buddy via MusicMemos as well

HappyUP!!! -rain

Why it happened -it's weather

Why it makes me happy - I wasn't golfing!!! Plus, we need every drop right now. I think we even got snow in the hills. I like to shower and drink water. 

HappyUP!!! -upstairs work

Why it happened -I have a deadline

Why it makes me happy -put a fantastic dent in this project. I will be ready for Monday. Relief!

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JollyJottings

HappyUP!!! April 15, 2022 Friday

 HappyUP!!! -holing out

Why it happened -skills

Why it makes me happy - OK, I should not have had 120 yards for a third shot into 7, a par 4.  When you strike it on the button and it ends up at the bottom of the cup, it doesn't matter. It's just another birdie

HappyUP!!! - drive, wedge, and putt on 14

Why it happened -skills

Why it makes me happy - most people don't take driver on that hole. I drive the ball straight, though. The wedge was perfect to 5 feet and the putt went down.

HappyUP!!! - great progress upstairs

Why it happened -I have a deadline

Why it makes me happy -I'm looking good. A rainy day tomorrow and it should be ready for Monday...with plenty of time left to get some other things done. Tomorrow will be a great one. 

HappyUP!!! - felt great

Why it happened -not sure

Why it makes me happy -I thought I would wake up in a body cast (or at least leg casts) after the workout yesterday. Nope.  A little stiff but nothing that couldn't be worked out. 

JollyJottings

Great sleep...interesting dreams....an early workout...getting upstairs ready....Carolina's ....a solid round of golf...

HappyUP!!! April 14, 2022 Thursday

 HappyUP!!! -taxes all ready

Why it happened -I got people

Why it makes me happy -yeah, I'm paying this year. The quarterlies just didn't get the job done. Yet, it means I did OK last year. Many didn't.  Everything is in order. No problems

HappyUP!!! - green lights

Why it happened -happenstance

Why it makes me happy -I was running a bit behind. I hit ALL green lights!!! 5 of them in a row! This is the classic HappyUP!!! example I use to explain the concept. The nice thing about me? If they had been red, I wouldn't have freaked.  I can only win in the traffic light game

HappyUP!!! - workout

Why it happened -I do that

Why it makes me happy -I got some stuff put to me today. It probably wouldn't be major to most but I am going to feel it tomorrow. That is what I am doing all this for. Hopefully, my longevity will appreciate what I am putting in. 

HappyUP!!! April 13, 2022 Wed

 HappyUP!!! - back nine

Why it happened -I seem to be doing that as of late

Why it makes me happy -that was a rough trip down the front. It isn't often one gets it turned around but I did today and finished on a good note

HappyUP!!! -crisp irons

Why it happened -been working on it

Why it makes me happy -my iron game has been insufficient for a LONG time. Sure, I can get it on the green. They just aren't "properly" struck....compressed. Had a lot of them today

HappyUP!!! - Canada Toastmaster

Why it happened -I'm international

Why it makes me happy -had a lot of fun leading the meeting. We had a strong speaker giving a strong speech. Plenty of time for everyone to participate in TableTopics. 

HappyUP!!! April 12, 2022 Tuesday

 HappyUP!!! - a NEW Toastmaster and great meeting

Why it happened -we are attractive

Why it makes me happy - this young person will do great. We had a couple of KNOCK IT OUT of the park speeches today. The table topics were great. Solid evaluations. Model meeting

HappyUP!!! -an opportunity

Why it happened -I was asked

Why it makes me happy -I have never done a letter like this. It is sort of an endorsement. Honored to be asked. This will be fun

HappyUP!!! - my hygienist

Why it happened -I get the choppers dusted off

Why it makes me happy - dentist wasn't concerned about anything. Great chat and some interesting opportunities presented by my nurse. Great book recommendation too

HappyUP!!! -ham soup

Why it happened -I make stuff

Why it makes me happy -OK...I have some ready made stuff for the week. Great use of a ham bone

JollyJottings

HappyUP!!! April 11, 2022 Monday

 HappyUP!!! -dues paid

Why it happened -a member forgot

Why it makes me happy -thought we might lose someone. Glad he is staying aboard

HappyUP!!! - kitchen

Why it happened -it needed it

Why it makes me happy -things got a little piled up. Did some reorganizing. I almost forgot how nice it looks when everything is together. Worth the effort to MAINTAIN

HappyUP!!! - shooting out a tune

Why it happened -I got created

Why it makes me happy -new this would brighten up a day

HappyUP!!! - one liners

Why it happened -I saw a comedian on TV

Why it makes me happy -always great to be armed with new material. This is good stuff

JollyJottings

HappyUP!!! April 10, 2022. Sunday

 HappyUP!!! - the garden

Why it happened -I got on it

Why it makes me happy - rain is coming tomorrow. I got the rest of it turned, raked, and manure applied. I will get some LOVELY natural leaching action.  It just feels great to be running a little ahead of time. In some ways, this is the most labor intensive part of planting. It's done. 

HappyUP!!! - golfing after all

Why it happened -game time decision

Why it makes me happy -between the wind and being Masters Sunday, I wasn't going to play. Sooo glad I changed my mind. The Masters was a snooze fest. The winds were more mild than forecast. The camaraderie was perfect.  Turned a loss into a win with a pretty amazing back 9. It feels good to end on a high note

HappyUP!!! -running into my buddy at the store

Why it happened -pure happenstance

Why it makes me happy -it was FANTASTIC getting caught up...and making some future plans. 

Bonus - extra miling it! I was only going to do the vegetable beds. Hey, might as well mow front and back and trim that pesky lemon bush back at the same time!

Bonus Bonus - creating a new agenda format.  Haven't done something like this in awhile. Out of practice? Hey, how about never had the skills in the first place.  It was worth the time. I have a nice skeleton to work from for future meetings. 

HappyUP!!! April 9, 2022 Sat

 HappyUP!!! - symposium

Why it happened -I go every year

Why it makes me happy - great seeing some people, great couple of talks, and delicious food

HappyUP!!! -extra miling it

Why it happened -it's what I do (sometimes)

Why it makes me happy -I was ready to stop the process but I said, "hey, one more. There is still daylight" Less to do tomorrow

HappyUP!!! - driving the Box

Why it happened -it needed some miles

Why it makes me happy -yeah, a little windy...oh...wait...it's a convertible. It's always windy! Seriously, it was a great little change up

HappyUP!!! April 8, 2022

 HappyUP!!! -all the kids out

Why it happened -we golf

Why it makes me happy -got both the nephews and the nieces boyfriend on the course today. It is rather nice that all of these guys really KNOW how to play golf. It makes it an absolute blast

HappyUP!!! -purity

Why it happened -been working on it

Why it makes me happy -tough day overall on the links but there is some evidence of improvement. Mainly, about 3 very PURE (not just good) iron shots.  This is a GREAT sign.

HappyUP!!! - kicking butt this morning

Why it happened -didn't turn on the TV

Why it makes me happy -it was AMAZING how much I knocked off the to do list before golf today. I shocked myself.  Feeling accomplished

HappyUP!!! April 7, 2022 Thursday

 HappyUP!!! -New Glasses

Why it happened -it was time

Why it makes me happy -I skipped last year. If you don't wear glasses, you don't get it. It wasn't that my vision was worse. It is just time for a change and the old ones are more at risk of breaking. Good looking pair of specs this time

HappyUP!!! - Luthier

Why it happened -I made an appointment

Why it makes me happy -he was able to do a little hoogie to my axe while I watched and waited. Nice chat. Picked up some info

HappyUP!!! - quick 9

Why it happened -I had a gap

Why it makes me happy -great to join the Boyz on the back side and slap it around a bit.

HappyUP!!! - a couple of new tunes

Why it happened -I do that

Why it makes me happy - "Don't You Forget About Me" is kind of simple minded (HA!...see what I did there) and "Look Of Love" has some potential for an old ballad.

JollyJottings