Many golf bloggers have a small group of fellow fanatics they talk to regularly. I am no different. Daily, we share our thoughts and views about all aspects of golf. Sometimes the conversation leads to differences of opinion, but mostly we talk like sportsmen and I always leave with a positive vibe.
For the past two years, I have been fortunate to interact with people from New Zealand, U.K., USA, Canada, Ireland, and many other places. Golfers from 112 countries have graced my blog with comments, likes, and some were just looking. How cool is that!
Blogging about golf has helped me through some trying personal challenges, frustration about my golf game, and to keep a real perspective about what is really important! For those who are wondering, it goes in this order: family, health, friends, golf! Without the first three, golf is really not important to me at all.
The greatest rewards of having a golf blog is the connections I have made over the past two years. Some connections have faded, but are not forgotten. Routinely, I talk to my e-friends (because we have not met yet) about golfing news, tips, techniques, our ups and downs on the links and how to steadily improve our scores. Not surprisingly, all the great advice and encouragement has improved my golf game substantially! For that, I am grateful to my e-friends.
There are about 10 of you I talk to on a regular basis and you know who you are! To you and all the others who take the time to connect with me, I am grateful. Your perspective on golf and life is refreshing.
Thank you for all the advice, help and friendship! Because of our positive interaction, it is easy to be a grateful golfer!
The Grateful Golfer 
Echo everything said to date – your blog is always worth a read and thanks for taking the time to offer me words of support which are much appreciated
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Thanks! I am grateful for all the positive support!
Cheers
Jim
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Hi Jim, always enjoy reading your posts
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Pete
Thanks, I appreciate all the support and positive comments!
Cheers
Jim
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I’ve always enjoyed your blog Jim! Thank you for your support of mine as well and the always helpful comments you leave. Keep up the great work my friend! – Matt
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Matt
Back at you! The journey 2 scratch is always a must read.
Cheers
Jim
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Jim,
Always a pleasure reading your posts and interacting with you, whether it’s on your blog or my own. Looking forward to a lot more golf banter in the years to come! If you’re ever in Calgary, let me know and we’ll tee it up.
Cheers
Josh
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Josh,
Sounds good! I am looking forward to many years of golf banter as well. If in Calgary, I will give you a call. Thanks.
Cheers
Jim
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Jim, we are grateful for your wisdom, passion for the game, and positive perspective. Keep writing ’em and we’ll keep the dialog going.
Thanks!
Brian
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Brain,
Thanks, I appreciate the positive comments!
Cheers
Jim
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How cool would it be if we could all meet up a Golf Bloggers Invitational tournament. Loads of fun, meet friends in the game and fill our blog pipelines!
Seriously, I really enjoy your reflective and thought provoking posts Jim.
Thanks, Mike
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Mike,
Thanks for the positive comments. A bloggers golf tournament; what a great idea!
Cheers
Jim
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I love the meme! You appear to be a fine man Jim, and a fine golfer. Thanks for your writing. Golf blogs (at least close to it) are just as you describe: connection around the globe to a game we all love. Cheers.
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Thanks Rick! I appreciate the positive comments!
Cheers
Jim
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