The Good Morning Thread

[GaryF]

I’d like to offer my sincere apology for a poor attempt at humor on the backs of the medical community.  It surely was not my intention to disparage them, but I did.  Again, my apologies to those here and those in or associated with the medical community. 

[sirchunksalot]

@EasyPutter, when you mentioned you were going to be in N.C. I had to Google where Cary was and it was on the Western side near TN I would have called out today to get a round with you. Unfortunately, it's 6 hrs away. Hit them straight my friend. 

Edited December 22, 2023 by sirchunksalot

[Jim Shaw]

4 hours ago, Josh Parker said:

Good morning and happy Friday!

Coffee in hand and everyone is still sleeping.  Got kicked out of bed last night just after midnight by my daughter and it took a bit to fall back asleep.

Wifes birthday today so I have breakfast planned and her favorite dinner ready to make.  She has a few houses to show mid day and hopefully she will get to write an offer. 

She has given the green light to go test out the Mevo at the range while she does her run so I am treading carefully on that agreement.  In the back of my mind is @Dead Solid Bogey telling me.... don't do it! 

Hope everyone has a great day!

do it...

[Kenny B]

2 hours ago, cksurfdude said:

TGIF plus we're on the upswing to a bit more daylight each day as we head into 2024!!!

Still frickin cold here this morning, though...

Didn't hit golf balls yesterday - met up with two friends haven't seen in a long time. Maybe try to walk a few holes today as it's clear and relatively calm (now, anyway) and the weather is gonna change in the near future.

Well hope your Friday and your weekend slide into the Christmas holiday go well for you and your family and your friends!!

Yes, I am really enjoying the 4 more seconds of daylight today!!  It's quite refreshing.  I was thinking about heading to the course for a little practice today, but it is 38º and rain is coming in two hours.  

Good Morning everyone!!  Hope all of your Christmas shopping is done and are able to stay off the roads... busy travel this weekend.  Be safe!!

[Jim Shaw]

5 hours ago, Owengeorge13 said:

Half day today!   I’m thinking about giving a pop quiz!!!  Being a teacher is awesome.

not only awesome but the best, thank you for all you do... 

[Jim Shaw]

1 hour ago, GolfSpy_BEN said:

Everything tastes a little better, the air smells cleaner, the colors are a little brighter…

ahh, rose coloured glasses...

[MattWillGolf]

2 hours ago, GolfSpy_BEN said:

Everything tastes a little better, the air smells cleaner, the colors are a little brighter…

Found this video of you heading to the forum this morning.

Edited December 22, 2023 by MattWillGolf

[cnosil]

Thanks for the well wishes about my wife.  She got in to see a hand specialist and apparently it is 50/50 she will need surgery to fix it. 

[David Leighton Reid]

Happy Friday, fellow Spies!

 

 

[Jim Shaw]

I feel like I am going to be busy the next few days and may not have a chance to properly wish all 160,000 spy’s a very Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy and prosperous 2024. . 
 

I have had a lot of fun interacting with many spy’s and have even taken a few “tips” and implemented them. 
 

Thank you all for a fun 2023 and look forward to 2024. 

This picture is from the National Championship in Red Deer Alberta, my wife, Mounted police,  and myself… 

Edited December 23, 2023 by Jim Shaw

[Dead Solid Bogey]

9 hours ago, ZoonORama said:

In light of your community involvement and giving back, here is a motivational poster that I have relied on for years when mentoring young, impressionable minds. 

This has had such an impact on helping some realize their true calling. I hope you find this as valuable as I do.

Merry Christmas my friend and bless you for giving back to the community 

Cheers 

Thank you my friend….While it is hard , darn hard work showing the youth of the area, what NOT to do. I am proud that parents around here use the…. “ Don’t be like Mr….. ;  if you do, your picture could  end up on a milk carton or a wanted poster. 

[BLD7]

It just occurred to me that I've missed this forum a few days in a row now. Which is a shame, and evidence of the schedule the family has had this week. Hopefully you all have had a great week. If I'm lucky I'll see you all in the morning. Fore!

[OdinSnipes414]

Good morning to some good night to others! Not the sim room I wanted but I love building things ! Merry Christmas to my kids idk how Santa got it down here!

[GolfSpy_APH]

Good morning all! Start of the holiday here!

[Dead Solid Bogey]

Saturday morning my friends. I am safety back to her high highness’s realm. Last day of work for the year is finished. A long but unremarkable final day. 
  
As I was returning from work and getting closer to, you know who, I saw this Devil’s Nightlight through the haze and fog….It just so happens to be at about the entrance to the “ Dark Kingdom “. Coincidence; I don’t think so..

Anyhow, going to grab a shower and some shuteye. 
Tee time is mid-morning, Was hoping the Titleist T-350’s would be in before Christmas, doesn’t look like they will make it in time for the holiday… Hmmmm; maybe I need to get a little something to fill in the holiday give yourself a gift gap. 

May Saturday meet your expectations my friends… 

  

[EasyPutter]

Good morning MGSpies and up early on travel day from Cary NC to home in WNY brother's suggestion for golf yesterday was the beginning of an excellent day with few others on course and really good December Solstice weather ‍ hope golf is a part of your day

Edited December 24, 2023 by EasyPutter

[Owengeorge13]

5 hours ago, OdinSnipes414 said:

Good morning to some good night to others! Not the sim room I wanted but I love building things ! Merry Christmas to my kids idk how Santa got it down here!

Is this staying indoors or going outside?  Impressive build!  Did you use IPA’s or lagers?

[Rob Person]

Morning all. Nothing exciting today, just work! 

Happy holidays!

[sirchunksalot]

Good morning spies on what is the first day of winter shutdown. I got to sleep in a little longer than usual until my body decided it's time to be up. I'm not complaining, any time I get close to eight hours of sleep it's a win.

I might drive by the course and see how busy it is later and try to get 9 in. If not, I can always hit up the range and try to work out why I'm pulling the ball so much.

I hope you all have a great start to your weekend!

[Woodrow72]

Good morning to all , hopefully your day goes well , lots of birdies , pars and no others , enjoy either golf , shopping , family gathering or just relaxing watching the bowl games , it’s truly a time to reflect on those around us , those that molded us and enjoy what the year has brought and perhaps review some of our decisions we should have or not made ! Anyway be blessed , safe , surrounded by those that matter and always take advantage of the blessing of a new day !

[ParFore74x]

Good morning and Happy Saturday spies! 43° and foggy this morning. I have a Christmas gathering at my Mother-in-law’s at noon today and so I was considering sneaking in a round before hand. Temps are hood for that but not sure about the fog. Doesn’t look too bad outside of my house but the golf course could be a different story. Sunrise is in 90 minutes, I think I’ll give it a shot.

Hope you all have a great day! ️ 

[sirchunksalot]

3 minutes ago, ParFore74x said:

Good morning and Happy Saturday spies! 43° and foggy this morning. I have a Christmas gathering at my Mother-in-law’s at noon today and so I was considering sneaking in a round before hand. Temps are hood for that but not sure about the fog. Doesn’t look too bad outside of my house but the golf course could be a different story. Sunrise is in 90 minutes, I think I’ll give it a shot.

Hope you all have a great day! ️ 

I hope the weather cooperates enough that you can get out and enjoy a little time on the course. 

[Josh Parker]

Good morning and happy Saturday!

Busy morning with clients and then hopefully the weather cooperates for an afternoon round.

Hope everyone has a great day!

[ParFore74x]

6 minutes ago, sirchunksalot said:

I hope the weather cooperates enough that you can get out and enjoy a little time on the course. 

Thanks @sirchunksalot, fingers are crossed that it’s not too thick of fog and that I can have an idea of where my ball lands. I’ve played with fog at this course before when the ball just disappears about 150 yards off the tee. Really need to pay attention to that trajectory.

[CFreddie]

Good morning Spies!
 

Easy “wind-down” week for work in the lead up to the holidays. Will be busy getting house ready today for our families (we host Christmas Eve / Day) - still on a little high from celebrating my Alma Mater’s bowl win last night (Go Jackets )! 

[Javs]

Hello everyone another couple pictures for today:

[rkj427]

Good morning Spies on a cool and rainy morning here. Later start to the day for me, but the extra sleep must have been needed, so not complaining.

Unfortunately, I did manage to work a couple hours yesterday, but now am done until January 2, 2024. Off the grid at least as far as work goes.

Still need to do a few last-minute things at the house to be fully ready for Christmas and may attempt to get to the range this evening.

My plans for the week between the holidays is to get to the range or SIM at least 2 times, possibly 3.

Hope that all here have the best day they possibly can, and if golf is in your plans, may the scores be low, and the enjoyment factor high.

PS: Awesome pictures @Javs thank you for sharing them here on the forum! 

Edited December 23, 2023 by rkj427

[GolfSpy_BEN]

Good morning All, 

Today begins the annual sprint through the holidays, as over the next 3 days we will celebrate Christmas at 4 separate locations. Not much time for golf; real, simulated, or otherwise. ‘Tis the season…

Have a grand Saturday

[unccross]

Good morning all, Christmas preparations and family gatherings for the next 3 days. That time of the year when you don’t sit down for days!  Merry Christmas everyone!

[Alan Scalzi]

Getting ready for 18 around 10am. Cloudy in the mid to lower 50s here in the KC area. But always sunny when playing golf! If your playing today enjoy and if your not still enjoy your day and merry Christmas to all!