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Little Drummer Boy Revisited In 2023

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I love the Christmas season. It is a little quieter this year, but it does not quell my joy of the holiday season. The winter wonderland, the sharing of happiness and joy, and spending time with the special people in my life. Although there is no golf, I will take the time to enjoy some outdoor activities, visiting, and being grateful. For me, it is also the time to give back to the community and to share some of my good fortune by donating to charities, the food bank, and just smiling at those I might encounter. The spirit of Christmas is all around us and I for one am happy to embrace it.

As part of my holiday traditions, I watch the Little Drummer Boy and post it on my golf blog. It does not seem like much, but this video is one of my all time favorites and I like to share its joy with you the readers!

In case you did not notice, I love his mittens!

The Christmas season is a special time and I hope you take the opportunity to take the time and enjoy your family and friends. Although golf is on the back burner, I still am trying to figure out a way to keep swinging. I have a plan now and expect to execute it very soon. This was a bit of a repost from previous years with a few minor changes; but worth the look.

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

If I Only Knew This Sooner

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Golf is an amazing sport that offers many opportunities for success. Equally, the negative side of golf can be just as aggressive when fighting for your attention. For years, I walked the path of trying to be a scratch golfer, but alas I have given up that goal. Mostly because I am not willing to put in the time or effort (at this time) to cross the finish line. During my journey, I realized one thing that was consistent every time I reached a milestone. This one trait of all athletes is what helps everyone reach their goals.

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All We Can Do Is Smile!

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Golf is a sport that can make you smile or cry. Regardless of how your game is going, the next shot holds that type of power! I experienced both many times over the years. When things go awry, I like to smile, laugh, and chuckle because it is really the appropriate response.

Have an awesome Sunday!

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

Talking A Walk On The Wild Side Of Golf

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Golf is a sport that offers so much to so many. Regardless of your intention, golf can produce results. I have played many rounds that were focused, peaceful and unincumbered by white noise. During those rounds, I feel I can conquer the world with a single shot. Other rounds, it is nothing by a grind and every shot is a challenge. In between these extremes anything can happen. I remember one round in the distant past where I was on a rollercoaster of shots that resulted in a very low score. At the end I was exhausted, but elated with the final result. It was definitely a walk on the wild side of golf.

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Is Golf Worth The Trouble

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The everchanging landscape of golf has me wondering if all the effort I put into being a better player is worth the trouble. I know my limitations, both physically and mentally, that directly impact my golf scores. I know where I need to improve and what areas I need to fix. To use an expression from my past, I am not sure if the ‘juice is worth the squeeze’. To phrase it another way, is the outcome of all my effort worth the time I put into trying to be a better golfer.

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