Remember these days..

I think one day, down the line a bit, there will be a time where I either question what I’m doing or want to take a break from my practices, but today is not one of those days.  It’s Saturday, so is supposed to be my one day “off” from golfing during the week, but it’s taking all of my strength to not go out to the course and putt around a bit.  I have a very strong urge inside of me to get good at this and I know that in order to improve you need to have rest days, but I struggle much more with those than long workout days.  I guess this is a good thing!

So, instead of going out, I decided to watch a bit of the U.S. Open and I find it inspiring that an 18-year-old, Ryo Ishikawa, is up in the top five.  Watching the entire field play is less overwhelming than I thought it might be too.  It’s obvious that you have to play at an amazing level to make the cut (or in that sense, make it to the tournament.) but a lot of these guys are leaving putts a bit short or pulling/pushing them just as I would.  I’m not saying I’m anywhere near their playing level, but it’s just relieving to know that even the best can have a bad day.

Earlier, I had brunch with the PSU tennis coach, golf coach and a few other friends.  It was a great meal and good to talk with them all.  When the PSU golf season starts back up in September I hope to be able to play some putting games with them out at Heron Lakes where they happen to practice too.  And hey, who knows, perhaps I’ll be able to challenge them on some chipping games by then!

But…  as a friend said to me yesterday, “slow down there grasshopper…”  I needn’t think too far ahead, and instead just enjoy a nice day off before heading out to Pumpkin tomorrow to start a fresh week of training, with a clear mind and new sense of determination.