The Good Morning Thread

[Shankster]

6 minutes ago, jbern said:

Good afternoon! Finally sitting down for a moment and I’m about to turn on the Tigers VS Gaurdians game! I got heckled quite a bit at my kids’ activities for wearing my guardians gear in tiger territory, but I can handle it. Especially if Cleveland wins!

Have a good day everyone!

Careful with that.  Tigers fan here.  May the best team win.  We went to a college recruiting event with my daughter on Thursday night for Oregon.  I really, really wanted to wear my Michigan gear, but I was Veto’d by both bosses.

[Rickp]

Good Morning & Happy Saturday!  Tried earlier thus morning to post this thread but kept getting kicked out.  Seems OK now. 
Played Friday morning 9 and it was a mess.  Greens were rolled but not cut, needed a hybrid to putt!  Later in day back to PT on the left paw.  Not really working so far but it’s early in the process.

This morning helped SWMBO with her projects then went to Animal Shelter Thrift Store to drop off sellable items.  
Snowbird traffic really noticeable today, they were everywhere!!  
Everyone have a great rest of the day!

[ILMgolfnut]

Got in some putting practice this afternoon, first time in a few weeks and the rust was very evident. Direction, speed, you name it, it was bad. I think I made two putts of any distance in 45 minutes. Yuck.

But then my Hogs upset #4 Tennessee so the day got much better.

[GolfSpy_APH]

Few little small updates for everyone to see/follow along with. 

Spy Chat has been renamed Community Lounge

I have also built in a little "About Us" section in the Staff Directory which you can find here: https://forum.mygolfspy.com/staff/ 

Check it out and have a great Sunday!

[BIG STU]

17 hours ago, Jim Shaw said:

those "saturday shootout drunkfest/ cheat fests" are fun for a few years then they get tired quite quickly for me... even corporate outings got tired really quickly..

Ours used to be good. Then our Pro and Co Owner passed away unexpectant 2 years ago this December. They used to have good food and prizes in the event. Put it this way I did not buy any golf balls for 3 years. Now days the food is mostly crappy and the prizes stuff like cheap wine and I do not drink. They have always given out free beer and Bloody Mary's. Our original team they were fixing to break up because we won too much then I got hurt so that settled that for them. Our last team we got to winning too much and they put out ringer player back to the back tees. We still won 2 weeks straight after that. About that time me and the owner now got into it and he basically told me he did not care if me or any other member played in it because he did not make as much money. My membership is paid up until 2026 so it does not cost me to play in the leagues. So I do not do those anymore or the 9 and dines because that has gotten to be a drunk fest too. Now days mostly on Saturdays the wife and I play the little Par3 course where I am also a member. We have a loose group of players up there some play Hickory like I do up there and some do not. All are welcome. We also play it on 9& Dine nights too. No obnoxious loud drunks

[BIG STU]

19 hours ago, EasyPutter said:

Good morning MGSpies on a sunny cold for the season WNY Saturday and the day will be like Robert @rkj427's weather wise and trees should be poised to start changing color now the first cold night below 50 has happened.  Yesterday's golf was preempted by a return to auto shop to have an oil leak mended, required a new seal for the front crank replacement a couple weeks ago.

Jason @sirchunksalot I know that worry, our 14+ year old corgis are now pretty much deaf to my voice but they can hear when things are going on in the house, not responding to favorite words, but the real concern is cataracts and using the stairs between family room and 5 steps to kitchen level - up is no problem for the male Gelert but the female Gwynedd (Gweneth is the Welsh spelling same pronunciation) is getting tender in the hips and needs a back foot boost to get up the steps able to run up with her front paws - and down is the danger.  They cannot see the lower steps even with extra lights shining on the lower steps, they fret taking a step or two and are committed, Gwynedd has to do it herself and will not move with a hand on her collar for assistance but Gelert even with a hand on his collar will try to jump the last step or 2 so making sure he doesn't lift is important.  Gwynedd has misjudged and hurt front or back paw, will hold it up and limp for a while and once I was worried about a sprain or worse, but the next time I saw her she was moving like before.  So best I can say is give puppers time to work it out and be as patient with them as they are with us.  

Hope the round is going well @Erin B and @Josh Parker.  Yesterday looked like a great day for golf and I don't think I'm alone when I say SHARE MORE PHOTOS of the round!!!

It's great getting back to living vicariously in your neck of the woods @BIG STU as your time away was much too long, Your posts are like pages in a novel, keep them coming!

@Shankster I'm already wearing the layers too Alan and that includes in the house with the downturn in the weather about 3 weeks later than usual here, but I cannot do the shorts thing with the way leg muscles will cramp on a day cooler than the low 70s, no parka for me as with layers and hat I prefer smaller jackets (last parka I wore was delivering newspapers in school days when blustery winter snow, sleet and hail made that snorkel hood essential).

Back to thinking warm, house jobs today and tomorrow, with something golf tomorrow afternoon. Planning as many afternoons of golf for next week after work as possible to squeeze it in before season end.  Hope golf is a part of your day! 

Thanks for the kind thoughts man!! Yes I am glad to be back here full time so to speak.

On your vehicle I see where it was slinging oil. Was trying to figure out what engine it is though.

[BIG STU]

1 hour ago, GolfSpy_APH said:

Few little small updates for everyone to see/follow along with. 

Spy Chat has been renamed Community Lounge

I have also built in a little "About Us" section in the Staff Directory which you can find here: https://forum.mygolfspy.com/staff/ 

Check it out and have a great Sunday!

My hat is off to you--- You are one hard working guy and one of the reasons MGS is so good

[GolfSpy_APH]

10 minutes ago, BIG STU said:

My hat is off to you--- You are one hard working guy and one of the reasons MGS is so good

We have a great team and amazing community that always try to progress forward and be better so it makes it easy to put in the time and effort because I know it will pay off long term.

[BIG STU]

Good early morning Spies. Up early as SOP for me. Answered a few posts then took the Big Boy out for his usual business run. Golf this morning with the Sunday bunch minus one. He went to the USC game in Columbia last night and stayed at his Son's house. Man he loves his Gamecocks. 

Worked my butt off yesterday even though I did not plan it that way. I found out my Home Depot opens at 6 AM on Saturdays. I was there at 6:30. I knew what weed whacker I needed and went right to it. The idiots were not up yet so I was in and out in like 15 minutes. Took a nap in my chair and then the wife fixed breakfast. I caught up on my weed whacking and stuff. Cut down 2 small dead trees in the back flower garden. Went in and took a shower and napped in the chair then watched golf. So I am looking forward to golf this AM then be home in time to watch my services on TV. Plan to sit around and watch golf unless I get bored and have lots of energy

[sirchunksalot]

Good morning everyone! 

I'm up a bit before my alarm was set to go off for my tee time this morning. I guess I'm a bit excited to play and it should be a good time with Chris and his sons. 

Priya is doing better, she's been able to put more weight on her foot and even limp prance when food is involved. Thanks to everyone for your kind words. 

I hope you all have a wonderful Sunday!

[rkj427]

Good morning Spies on what looks to be a warm but very windy day here.

Happy Birthday to @MattWillGolf! Hope your day is all you want or need it to be! 

Jamie, @GolfSpy_APH a huge THANK YOU to you and your staff for making this forum/community all that it is today, and for always looking for ways to get even more members involved. Your efforts make this the best forum or group of people/friends to interact with one another and get any answers or help with any questions golf related or not. 

Jason, @sirchunksalot have fun today, and really that is all that should matter. The hanging out with friends, playing a game and socializing is what it truly is about.

Weather here turns a lot cooler next week, but still dry, so next rounds for me may involve some additional layers.

Hope all have the best day they possibly can, and that something enjoyable is in your plans. 

[Rickp]

Good Morning & Happy Sunday.  Up early to get some yard work in and it’s raining, dam.  Can’t take SWMBO to breakfast for next few months our favorite diner will be overflowing with Birds back in town.  
We have new neighbors that moved in 3 months ago and it’s a problem.  They are 80’s and he had a stroke.  I’m concerned for them as she hides in the house and he is always confused.  I’m helping with something every day.  Not going well.

Everyone have a great day.

[Josh Parker]

Good morning!

Soccer day today and looking forward to a fun filled day with the fam. Other than that, not much on the agenda. 

Have a great day everyone!

[Wheelieb]

Morning All,

Been a hectic few days due to Murphy’s law showing up. Planned to mow the yard Friday and the mower deck belt broke on the riding lawnmower. So had to go get a new one and replace it. Then the base for the chicken coop had to be re-leveled, so we had to do that yesterday. Was able to catch some of the highlights of the college games yesterday, so that was cool. Today is the day we fly out to Peru for our Anniversary trip. Looking forward to time off. Anyway, minor packing I need to finish. Mainly my power cords and my iPad. Hope everyone has a great day. 

[Shankopotomous]

Good morning all...after a couple of full days of work friday and yesterday some sunshine and golf are in the forecast for later today after church.  

SWMBO is having a wimmens meeting at our house tomorrow night so there were a million things on the to do list before the big event.  I busted thru it yesterday so i would have some free time today.  Then i hid the list so no overtime additions could be sneaked on to it.

There will be some TM P-7CB comparison info to post later tonight.

Have a great day!

[tdroma98]

Good Sunday Morning Spies! 
Rain has started to fall in Central Florida. No Ranger duties this morning, finishing up first cup of espresso.  Awaiting more definitive path of Hurricane Milton as it looks like it’s going to impact Florida.  Let’s hope it spares Tampa area. All we can do now is prepare. 

Happy Birthday @MattWillGolf! 
Well stated @rkj427 about MGS and Jamie @GolfSpy_APH! Great forum & Great people! Thank you! 

Have a Great Day Everyone and Hit’em Straight ️

[cksurfdude]

Good Morning Golf Spies!

Played 15 yesterday - was getting late and dark so we skipped a few holes - and my swing is definitely evolving .. must be using the legs much more now as I'm def feeling some tired muscles in them! 

Today's plan is hang with my honey a bit before another full week of school for her; a few small projects around the house; work a little on my Newton shaft review; a little light exercise. 

Hope everyone is doing well and can have a fun and relaxing day!!

[Erin B]

Good Sunday morning from Austin spies! I have one more round in the heat of Texas. @Josh Parker has soccer today so I won’t be playing with him and he beating me up, but I’ll be playing with an old AF buddy ! Haven’t seen him in 11 years. We’re playing Falconhead  https://www.falconheadaustin.com/

Its supposed to be a good course. So I’m looking forward to seeing and playing it. Here’s all the pics of Josh and my shenanigans over the past two days. Enjoy and happy birdie hunting!

 

[Josh Parker]

Enjoy todays round @Erin B!

Make sure to take some photos!  Enjoy the course.  It's a good one.

Go get your first HIO on the Signature hole #8

[fixyurdivot]

Top of the pot spies .  We're heading out this morning for the flight to Birmingham and a week of golf on the RTJ's Trail.  Playing all three courses at Oxmoor Valley, then driving to Montgomery to play Capital Hill.  Rob @Rob Personis planning to meet up with us for these two rounds... some final wrangling trying to get on our tee times which were scheduled well in advance through the RTJ Trips company.  Hopefully we can make this work. 

Looks like fun @Erin Band @Josh Parker.  Great to see spies meeting up around the globe .

Have a great week everyone.

[Coulter]

Good morning! We made it home from a fun vacation just the wife and me. Back to church this morning then to the course this afternoon. Have a great day everyone!

[EasyPutter]

Good morning MGSpies from WNY on this first Sunday in October - barely 50 outside with high in the upper 70s today and a threat of a strong front coming through by evening.  Lower back letting me know it noticed me moving the portable air conditioner to the garage (apparently a day too early) yesterday so will try the thoracic stretches I've mentioned before once this is sent.

3 hours ago, BIG STU said:

On your vehicle I see where it was slinging oil. Was trying to figure out what engine it is though.

It's a Chevrolet 2.4L 4cyl in my 2014 Equinox Stu.  Nicest vehicle I have ever owned thanks to buying out FIL lease 7 years ago.

2 hours ago, rkj427 said:

Good morning Spies on what looks to be a warm but very windy day here.

Weather here turns a lot cooler next week, but still dry, so next rounds for me may involve some additional layers.

This is when we start getting more room to golf when the ones who won't golf in anything not dry and warm will be somewhere else!  Looking forward to hearing about your rounds to come Robert 

1 hour ago, Wheelieb said:

Morning All,

Been a hectic few days due to Murphy’s law showing up. Planned to mow the yard Friday and the mower deck belt broke on the riding lawnmower. So had to go get a new one and replace it. Then the base for the chicken coop had to be re-leveled, so we had to do that yesterday. Was able to catch some of the highlights of the college games yesterday, so that was cool. Today is the day we fly out to Peru for our Anniversary trip. Looking forward to time off. Anyway, minor packing I need to finish. Mainly my power cords and my iPad. Hope everyone has a great day. 

That is a huge amount on the plate the day before a long trip, hope it's great (and send photos!) 

 Happy birthday Matt @MattWillGolf 

Have a great round of golf Jason @sirchunksalot 

And best wishes for a fantastic sounding trip Bill @fixyurdivot 

So does the Community Lounge have simulators and a real putting green?  Asking for a friend, and Chuck @cksurfdude it's the calves that are going to make that turn faster!

PGA HOPE session 5 of 6 at CC of Buffalo this afternoon.  Hope golf is a part of your day too! 

 

[Josh Parker]

34 minutes ago, fixyurdivot said:

Top of the pot spies .  We're heading out this morning for the flight to Birmingham and a week of golf on the RTJ's Trail.  Playing all three courses at Oxmoor Valley, then driving to Montgomery to play Capital Hill.  Rob @Rob Personis planning to meet up with us for these two rounds... some final wrangling trying to get on our tee times which were scheduled well in advance through the RTJ Trips company.  Hopefully we can make this work. 

Looks like fun @Erin Band @Josh Parker.  Great to see spies meeting up around the globe .

Have a great week everyone.

Enjoy the trip!  Love seeing everyone meeting up and playing some golf!

@GolfSpy_APH maybe that really is what the forums identity is all about.  Meetups and spy gatherings. Honest reviews (equipment/courses).  We need that courses section/map  

Or just a Thread header with each state and we can start posting courses under each state/country.

Example thoughts: (same layout for thread title so searching would be easy.  Either by zip or city....)

Texas (Title Page)

(Thread 1)  Lago Vista Golf Course - Lago Vista 78645

Review and photos in thread

(Thread 2)  Star Ranch Golf Course - Hutto 78634

Review and photos in thread

 

Edited 1 hour ago by Josh Parker

[Cfhandyman]

A fine good morning to all.  Moving slowly this Sunday morning.  Lawn winterization prep is the plan for today.

Happy birthday @MattWillGolf

Thank you @Erin B and @Josh Parker for sharing the pics of your spy get together and golfing adventures.

@GolfSpy_APH thank you for the forum staff update.  Looking forward to course reviews section.  Having an interactive map would be helpful to facilitate this or the very least city/state/province where one could go to get good recommendations.

[Erin B]

1 hour ago, fixyurdivot said:

Top of the pot spies .  We're heading out this morning for the flight to Birmingham and a week of golf on the RTJ's Trail.  Playing all three courses at Oxmoor Valley, then driving to Montgomery to play Capital Hill.  Rob @Rob Personis planning to meet up with us for these two rounds... some final wrangling trying to get on our tee times which were scheduled well in advance through the RTJ Trips company.  Hopefully we can make this work. 

Looks like fun @Erin Band @Josh Parker.  Great to see spies meeting up around the globe .

Have a great week everyone.

It’s great to meet new people! @Josh Parker @Preeway @BallsLeon @cksurfdude all great people and glad to have met them. I can say I have four new friends now! @Derek Eskam @Josh Stephenson @Puente37 are Wyo spies, specifically Cheyenne. Hopefully the 8 of us and more can meet up in Nebraska in July. I’m still gonna try and recruit more golfers to MGS, it’s a great group! Have a great day out there and go 9ers!!!

[Indy_Oz]

Good morning Spies and happy Sunday from sunny and warm Fall day in Indiana.

Golf is fortunately on the card this afternoon. Meeting some friends to play Prairie View GC in Carmel, IN. They hosted the Indiana high school girls' championships this week, from what I've seen. My daughter's high school won the champs and one of their FRESHMAN girls won the individual with two level par rounds! This comes a couple of months after the boys' team from the same school won IHSAA state champs too!

Good to know there are 14/15 year olds in my town that would wipe the floor with me on the course. Ha ha.

I'm also assuming the greens will be playing pretty fast and the course will be in great condition with the finals finishing yesterday. Should be interesting! It's a really fun and challenging public course and one where I won't be reaching for the driver all that often. Weather forecast is 78-80f and sunny!

 

Looks like a fun meetup, @Erin B & @Josh Parker. Great to see other Spies planning to meet up too. @Byrnzee and I should be meeting up next weekend for a combo TM P770/P7CB test round. Should be fun!

Safe travels and happy anniversary @Wheelieb. Hope you get to relax plenty to make up for that hectic pre-travel workload!

Happy birthday @MattWillGolf.

If you're playing today, swing well and have fun.

[ZJeb67]

Happy Sunday All!

Up before the dawn to watch a grandniece soccer game

Sunrise over I-696 not as relaxing as last weekend

[Byrnzee]

Good morning Spies!

Fun time at the wedding last night. Good to catch up with friends with plenty of drinks and dancing involved. Headed to the airport now to get back to Chicago. Luckily with the time change we’ll get back with plenty of the day left to relax. 

Might try to get to PGA Tour Superstore today if I have time. Need to swap the adapter on my current driver shaft for the new Titleist TSR2 head. Should be ready in time for next weekend’s round with @Indy_Oz. 

@Josh Parker and @Erin B looks like y’all are having a blast. Great pictures. 

Hope everyone has a great rest of their Sunday!