Roger thought he might like to try playing golf. He tried it at Top Golf last summer and was pretty good at it. For Christmas we got him some golf lessons with a park district down the street from them.
He got Logan’s hand me down golf clubs, but he was put into a beginners class with the little kids who were really beginners. So Mike and I took him back to the driving range and helped him out a little bit. We both thought he was ready to try it out at a course. What better way to celebrate his 13th birthday.
We took him to the DesPlaines Golf Center. It’s a par 3, 9 hole starter course with short (actually too short, but we didn’t know) holes. I think the longest hole of the nine was 139 yards. It’s a very cool place that has lights for night golf. We had to walk the nine holes, so Mike got us all push carts. I can’t remember the last time I walked playing golf. Ugh!
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| Walking and pushing |
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| Tee Off |
The course was really hilly. Had some sand traps, where Roger was better than Grandma getting out of. We had a really good time. It was very hot and I was melting by the time we were finished.
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| Long up the putts. |
Just like any beginner Roger had a time with his putting, but he’s learning. We all decided our next time he needs to get on a course that he can use his driver. He really does hit that pretty good.
We enjoyed lunch after the round. This place has really good food too.
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| Smiles |
It was fun introducing another Grandson to the game we both love playing, and I’m so happy you can play this crazy game even if you’re over 70.
Happy 13th Birthday Roger.
