Golfing has become a near obsession for me. There is just something addicting about playing a game that can bring you as much anguish as joy. It hast to be one of the most aggravating games I've ever played. Its such a simple concept, hit a little stationary ball with a big stick. Why the hell is that so hard to do?!
Last week I played a par 3, 9, and 11. Not many people have the luxury of playing 11 holes but we were fortunate that day. The closest thing I can compare the weather to was a hurricane! The wind and rain was pushing willow trees over, and sending branches flying across the fairway. Although it was crazy that we were out there, what was crazier is that we were not the only ones out there. We kept catching up to the group infront of us so we ended up playing two holes twice. It was a truly epic day. Even my score was epic. Epically high, but epic none the less.
I've only been to one course so far in Colorado but I have already started a list of courses I have to play before we leave. Its a good thing we are planning on hanging around for several years as some of these courses will require some saving. Like the one below. This is Arrowhead. I have not been there in person yet but it looks, and i've heard, that it is stunning. I really want to play it this year but I think I'm going to have to wait. I would hate to disrespect this course with my lack of skill. Hopefully by next year not all of my 'success' in golfing will be from pure dumb luck.
