Thursday, June 18, 2009

Friday Photo Fiesta: FORE!

Growing up as a nongolfer in a family of avid golfers wasn't easy. It seemed that every time we gathered, people were headed off to golf. It sounded like fun in theory, but I just never picked up the sport.

Two years ago for my anniversary, Chris bought me my first set of golf clubs. In the last two years, I played golf minimally, enough that I could use my hands to count the times. Yet, a few weeks ago, when the whole family played, I was lucky enough-- yes, it was pure luck-- to get my first birdie! So, I was bit with the golf bug.

As I am on break from school now, a group of friends and I decided to go hit the links and play at a cute Par 3 course by my house. It was fun. We laughed. We chipped, kind of. We putted. Ultimately, each of us hit at least a few "golf shots." And, we relaxed. It was wonderful.


If you have never golfed, one thing I can share about a golf course is that it is such a peaceful place to be. You can hear birds chirping, and you are looking at some of the most beautiful landscapes out there. Everything is green and lush, which adds to your tranquility. (However, the placidity can be interrupted by utter frustration at your golf abilities at times. )


To be even better, I was able to share this awesome day with two
awesome ladies for a perfect afternoon in the sun.
However, if you meet me on the golf course, make sure to listen for "FORE!"

7 comments:

debi9kids said...

What a fun time and great photos!

I have never been golfing either, but my inlaws live in Myrtle Beach in a golfing community, so i can certainly attest to the tranquility.

Happy Friday!

Sara said...

I love your photos! I have golfed, it was not pretty at all!

cat said...

I am so not a golfer! I have no co-ords, but maybe, someday!

Susie said...

That looks like great fun! I have golfed a couple times and it really is an enjoyable sport:-)

Tiffany McCallen said...

Aren't you impressive in your golf gear? Seems that I am, officially, the only non-golfer in our growing family... except for Camers. But we all know she'll grow up with a club in her hand! Hmm... makes me feel the pressure.

JWilson said...

Before I had Emma I used to pick my brother up from school and the two of us would go golfing together. I loved it. I haven't been since then because out schedules are so differnt and I don't have anyone else to go with. I'm not very good but I think it's fun and the course are always so pretty.

Glad you got to enjoy it with friends.

Aunt Julie said...

What a lot of fun! And it looks like you had good weather for your outing, too. TGIF!