Played golf for the first time this year. I played like someone who hadn’t touched a club since October, not to mention as one who only gets out 3 or 4 times a year to begin with. In other words, I expect way more than I have a right to.
It’s a bit like riding a bike, after a long layoff, but there are so many things that can go wrong with a golf swing that I couldn’t begin to analyze my shortcomings or do anything about them beyond altering my grip or stance. I just play, and revel in the opportunity to be out on a beautiful course, enjoying the good company and the occasional decent shot.
We didn’t hold anyone up, which can’t be said for some who decide that a lost ball is worth 10 minutes of their time, or others who linger on the greens and take practice strokes and just generally behave like they own the place. Fortunately, most follow the rules of etiquette and are mindful of the pace of play, which is important to anyone who doesn’t want to spend 5 hours on the course being aggravated. That’s not good for the mindset.
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