Sorry Grateful Golfers. I have no time to write except to say have an awesome Thursday!
I am off to the golf course for seniors men’s day. I hope you have a spectacular day.
I am a grateful golfer. See you on the links!
Grateful Golfer
Golfing Old-School: Measuring Distance
Old School Golf Clubs.
Playing golf old-school does not always mean hitting hickory shafts, wearing knickers, or wearing a waistcoat. There is so much more to old-school golf than the equipment we use. Specifically, measuring distance. It’s a lost art, but one I am fortunate to have learned when I first started playing. Measuring distance on the golf course is akin to sitting through an advanced mathematics class: simple if you understand the process, but befuddling if you have not clue what you are doing! Continue reading
Waiting For Golf Sucks!
Rarely on The Grateful Golfer do I write about anything negative. But, this week the weather is awesome, the temperature is warm, and my friends are ready for me to join them at a moment’s notice. As it turns out, this is also the first week of recovery from my last chemotherapy treatment. So, golf must wait until Monday to ensure that I do not overwork myself and create health challenges when they can be avoided.
Happy Memorial Day 2018
Memorial Day is special in the USA. It is a national holiday designed as “Remembrance of American soldiers who have died in military service.” As a serving member of the Canadian Armed Forces, I want to salute my “brothers in arms” and take time to remember those who have given their lives for our freedoms.
Image from History.com
Please take the time today to remember those who have fallen and thank a serving member or veteran.
I am a grateful golfer! See you on the links!
Playing the Long Game in Golf
The long game in golf is critical to low golf scores.
Hitting the ball long off the tee has it benefits. Anytime my opponents are consistently out driving me by 20+ yards, I wonder if I am missing out on an opportunity to improve my scores. Of course most golfers understand the benefit of the long game as they are closer to the green for their approach shot. There is merit to this logic, however the long game is not only about hitting your driver or 3 wood; it is about you mid to long irons that are hit as often as the woods. The mid to long irons are most ignored clubs in golf and warrant some attention. Continue reading
