Monday, August 18, 2008

Golf: Loving it amongst the frustrations


Mandy and I went out for a round of golf with our friends Bart and Brian at the Golf Club at Newcastle. It was a great day for golf but it was a little muggy. Golf is a sport that both Mandy and I love but we play two different games. Mandy plays golf and it doesn't matter what she shoots. She is just happy to be outside with friends and playing a sport she loves. I on the other hand play golf and expect to play well every time. When I don't I get frustrated and very negative. I get down on myself and have a tough time putting the last shot behind me and focusing on the next shot. I know this is a problem but it is something I've really been working on and trying to get better at. I have made great strides but still have a lot to figure out. I love spending time with my beautiful wife and friends and I love golf. It can be so frustrating but yet so rewarding. How do I have fun no matter what? How do I laugh off a flubbed chip or a hooked drive? Or a missed 2 foot putt for an eagle? I only pray that God would help me concur this problem of mine. I know I can't fix this on my own.