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.
Under Performing at Golf
Do you have high expectations of your performance when playing golf?
Every time I hit the links I have expectations. They are usually high, but every now and then, I under perform (at least in my mind), yet still score well. These days are rare, however they do creep into my game. I guess the real question is what does under performing really mean? Of course, the answer is relative to the player asking and what I consider a poor playing round may not look that way to my playing partners. It is on those days I do try to not verbalize my disappointment, but stay focused on my game at hand. Continue reading
Ellie – A New Member of The Osprey Links Team
Does your golf course have a “get rid of the geese” plan? Osprey Links is a wonderful location for Canada Geese because of the wide open area and plenty of water. Unfortunately, they are a nuisance, but Ellie is to the rescue. She is a beautiful pup who is full of energy and love for all the patrons. Ellie is a welcomed member of the team and I look forward to watching her run around the course keeping the geese at bay. Continue reading
Keeping A Streak of Birdies Alive
Hitting to the 12th green over some friends.
My fun on the course increases exponentially depending on the number of birdies I shoot during a round. I expect to shoot at least 1 birdie and on most days 2. But there are those special days where I score more than 2 and my score usually reflects my good fortune.
Over the years, I have had 3 special times where I scored 6 birdies in one round. It seemed that on those days, I could do nothing wrong. Of the 3 special rounds, all were under par (69, 69, 70). Although expect to shoot birdies, even those rounds exceeded my expectations. Additionally over the years, I have shot 3 and 4 birdies in on round many of times. But, only twice have I shot 4 birdies in a row! What a thrill! Continue reading
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!
