I’d like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas or happy holidays if one of the others this time of year is your thing.
In a brief survey of the situation, I see that Santa didn’t bring a new set of irons or a plane ticket to Scotland, and it’s not 80 degrees out. So, my list didn’t pan out.
However, I still have my family, friends, health, and happiness and that’s what really matters today.
I wish all the same to you.
-Mike
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Since the holiday season started, I’ve taken time to write a letter to Santa and also give some gift ideas all under $50.
Now, it’s my chance to play Santa. I have a brand new dozen Titleist Pro-V1 golf balls to give away to a Life in the Rough reader. I thought it would be fun to run a contest.
To enter, simply drop a comment on this post telling [...]
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Some of you may have seen my letter to Santa earlier this week. I thought that was going to go directly to him, but apparently, in ended up on the internet thing and everyone saw it. I thought there was some kind of magic involved or something, but whatever.
Anyway, some of my previous suggested golf gift ideas for Christmas were pretty extravagant, so I wanted to do a separate list. This time, all the items are $50 [...]
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Dear Santa,
I’ve been pretty good this year. You haven’t come around in a while, not since I was a kid. I know you’re really busy so it’s OK. I thought I’d write anyway, just in case you can find the time this year.
I’m not worried about me so much but I thought I’d give you some Christmas gift ideas for the serious golfers on your list. I have some of these things already and some I’d really [...]
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This is more directed at those from the United States, its territories, and Mexico, where the United States Golf Association is golf’s governing body.
It’s that time of year again, at least for me. I recently got my yearly membership benefits in the mail and it got me thinking about the topic.
So, are you a member?
I think it’s to our benefit to join this organization to help preserve and grow the game of golf. You might wonder, “Why should [...]
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I’m not talking about insurance coverage here. What I’m referring to is the number of wedges you carry as well as the gaps in loft between all of them.
As I’ve said many times, I’m a fan of Dave Pelz’s 4×3 system, where the idea is to carry four wedges and to groove three distinct swing lengths that give you a total of twelve easily repeatable distances within 100 yards.
It’s clear that scoring happens within 100 yards. Your goal [...]
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My name is Mike Gray and I'm a software engineer pursuing my dream to become a golf pro.
Life in the Rough is a chronicle of my journey. It covers my progress, my successes, my setbacks. I'll share everything I learn and do along the way, including reviews and tips. Maybe what I learn can help you too.
