Well, I have two games under my belt and each time I played my game was a bit better.  The first round I was lucky to finish because I was tired and not at all ready for a round of golf.  But, I was grateful to be playing and I have not complaints.

The second round was more interesting.  Each hole was an adventure.  I would drive well and chip like a clown.  I would chip well and putt like a wimp!  I would putt well….actually I putted terrible because I 3-putted 7 greens.  I am not really disappointed though because this is exactly how every year starts.  On a side note, I shot 80 on the second round….44 – 36.

Regardless of the score, these are the things I am grateful for:

• Playing in the beautiful sun.
• Putting for eagle….and no I did not leave it short!
• Two birdies in on the back nine.
• Hitting four greens in a row in regulation.
• Playing with two of my very good friends.
• Laughing, smiling, and joking around for 4 hours.

I am off to play golf tomorrow with three of my friends.  It is going to be fun and a little sad.  One of my friends is retiring from the military and starting a new chapter in his life.  We only have a short time left to play as much golf as possible.  He will be missed, but not forgotten.

I am a grateful golfer!  See you on the links!