HEARTBURN CITY!!!

Too much Chili!! The Chili open was not so chili. It was a perfect day. We had 14 three person teams. A Three person scramble is a whole new game compared to four person teams. So it was no wonder why the scores were so low. Except for the Matt team that blew everyone away! -5 for nine holes is a great score. Way to go guys!!! It was nice to see some new faces join in, as well as some old favorites. (not so old!) Sorry! We had eight chili entries! Lots of chili to taste and vote on. In the end, Hermans chili was voted the best (chili #1), Ginny Petries (#4) came in a close second. Thank you to everyone who entered. A lot of people went back out and played another 18 holes. It was way too nice out not too. Jeff and his crew had the course in great shape for it being rather early in the year. Way to go Jeff! Linda, Shannon and Alex had everything running smoothly inside. (as usual!) Thanks girls. You make my life so much easier. (not a easy task) The next few days look great. But I just heard by the weekend we are going to be back in the 40's YUCK! Maybe they will be wrong AGAIN! Oh well, what can a girl do? Roll with it! I need to get out and get the flower beds cleaned up. It's a big job, but quite relaxing also. And the reward is worth the effort. First things first. Time for me to get some paper work done here, then start getting ready for the next Club Event. "Schramble" Pizza/Beer party. Hope you get out this week and get a round in. Remember, it's Masters week. A sure sign the golf season has started. See you soon!!! Go Tribe!

THING'S ARE LOOKING UP!!!

The soothing sound of the greens mower hums in the background, members are rolling in handing out hugs and kisses, and heading out to hit the links. It doesn't get any better than this!! What a charmed life I have! Sometimes I forget, but then I have days like this and I know all is right. And I think this is the start of something good!! It took a while to warm up today, but it hit 50 here. Jeff and his crew were out all week picking up sticks, cleaning the course up getting ready for what looks like a great weekend! I gotta get out a swing a club, I feel like my back is going to break the first time I swing. It's been that long. I know I'm not alone in that feeling. But Linda is coming in tomorrow to get things ready around here, so if the rain stays away for awhile I might sneak out and hit a few. (if I can find my clubs!) The Chili open looks to be not so chili. But that's OK, we will keep the beer chilly, and the chili hot! Kinda like me! HA!!! Go team Michelob!!! OK, I know I'm getting silly, the 12 hour days are catching up with me already. I need to get back in the groove here. It won't take long, things will back to normal soon. All we need is too see your smiling faces, and all will be right at St. Bernard!! Jeff and I agree that this is our year!! All will go smooth here, the Tribe will win the world series, and the Browns will win the Superbowl. Make that bet for me Roger!!! Time to sign off. See ya soon!!!

SNOWS' GONE!!!

Hallelujah!!!! I think we dodged a bullet last night. They were calling for three inches of snow last night, but it stayed all rain. I just talked with Karen Kellogg in Buffalo, I guess they got our snow, five inches. Good, keep it over there. Sorry K K! We managed to get some play the last couple of days. A couple of diehards braved the soggy conditions, but came out unscathed. You guys rock!! Hey now!! The 5-5-5 are talking about playing Sunday. The weather looks promising. 50 degrees! I hope this is the start of something big. I'm ready!! (sort of!) I still have lots of details to work out. I just can't seem to get going. I guess I'll just have to roll with the punches. "Hit with your best shot!" (have you got that one Wally?) The Monday night teezers have their meeting here this Monday. I'm sure they are ready to get started. What a great group!! You rock girls!! Wally and I are going to the golf show at Quaker Steak and Lube in Valley view. This will be our third year. It's a great way to get St. B some exposure. It's free, and they give us a Bucket of wings and a pitcher of beer!! No brainer!!! The show is April 14th this year. Hope you can stop by and say hello. First things first. THE CHILI OPEN! Sunday April 6th. The long range forecast looks good. Hope you all can participate. Time for me to roll up my sleeves and darn those lovely yellow gloves, and get this place cleaned up. Just call me Mama Hazel!! See ya!

GOOD FRIDAY

Very quite good Friday here. It doesn't feel like good Friday because usually we have golfers here around Easter time and I'm working. I feel lost! Believe it or not most of the snow is gone here, and we could play some golf. Not all 18, but at least nine. But I guess that is going to change tonight. I sure hope that the weather report is wrong. The chili open is coming up soon, April 6th, unlike the Indians, I try to schedule it so we have a chance of no snow. April in Cleveland, who knows?! While your in church, sneak in a weather prayer.(God has to be a golfer) My dad went and bought himself a new Lap top computer. Now I have the task of trying to help him get everything set up. OY! I'm trying to remember everything Wally taught me. (I never was a very good student) But so far so good. One thing at time! Linda should be coming in soon to get the kitchen set up and start making her famous Chili. It will be great the see her, and Donna, Darlene, Alex and the rest of the crew. And I can't wait to see all of your smiling faces. It seems like forever! I hope you all have a great Easter, enjoy your time with your family and friends, Dye them eggs and eat those bunny ears!!! Oh! and watch so you don't get Peter Cotton tail caught up in the snow blower!!! See ya soon!!

MELT DOWN!!!

It's almost gone!! Not quite playable yet, but getting there. I can see some green, that's a good sign! Before you know it we will be hitting the links. None too soon for me!!!!! I not sure I even know where my clubs are?! My dad probably hocked them!! Ha! The Chili open is just around the corner. I made the sign up sheet yesterday, and Jeff and Josh were the first to sign up. Two down, 70? to go!!!! Would be nice! I need to get moving in the club house, I'm still cleaning, It never ends. Of course I end up getting side tracked every now and again, either by work, or by play! Oh well, It will get done one way or another. Keep moving Deb!! St. Patrick"s day, Easter, then the Masters!!. Can't wait!!! One thing at a time, first-green beer, my favorite color, and favorite beverage. It's magically Delicious!!! The weather looks good for Monday,Tuesday and Wednesday, upper 40's to 50's. Just right for a walk with some golf clubs tagging along!! Happy St. Patty's day everyone. Play safe!!!!! (don't get tangled up with any Leprechaun,s) GO IRISH!!!!

DIGGING OUT!!!!!!

OH.......IO, More like BUFF......ALO! I can't remember ever getting this much snow all at once! It was almost scary. Will it ever stop?! I'm going to need alot more green paint!! Of course the pickup truck is still broke down. Jeff was going to try to get it fixed by today. I hope you were successful Jeff, otherwise it sure will be fun trying to get into the club house Monday!! The 19th hole will be more like the 21st hole. Need a dog sled team to get to a beer!! The weather people are calling for 50 degrees on Thursday, get the hair dryer out Deb, and start melting the snow!!!
Maybe this is it, maybe this was our last blast, and we are going to have sun for St. Pat's day, and sun for the Tribe opener!! (a girl can dream you know!) Oh yeah!! its almost 9:00 not 8:00, spring forward!!!! I almost forgot. The days are getting longer, now we can see the snow a little longer! Oy! Ok Jeff, It won't be long! It won't be long! It won't be long!! Be careful digging out everyone, don't hurt those backs or hearts! Come on sun!!!

ELECTION DAY!!!

Did you vote today? Don't let me down!! Very important!! I know the weather is bad, but we manage to get to other places in bad weather. (19th hole!) I went first thing this morning and got through quickly. Back to paper ballots at our booths. What's with that? I tried hard to color in that little circle and not go outside the lines. Kindergarten really paid off!! Most of the snow melted yesterday. Things are looking up! I think I jinxed Jeff. After yelling at him about the truck and the plow, the stupid thing broke down yesterday!! Sorry Jeff! Cant' go a whole week without something breaking! OY! Oh well, just fix one thing at a time, and keep on trucking!! I talked to Linda, she is ready to get back to work. Time to make the Chili!! The long range weather report looks promising. 50's soon! Come on sun!!! Don't forget, exercise your right, VOTE! Go team USA!

SEE YA FEBRUARY!!!!!!

Good riddin's!! Hello March! Spring training, St. Patrick's day, Easter, all good things. All associated with my favorite color GREEN! And this means soon we will be mowing instead of shoveling. Bring it on!!! We are ready !(well, sort of) but we will be ready soon! Right now we have to dig out from the latest winter blast. It's Jeff's fault, he keeps taking the plow off the truck, and every time it snows!!!! Go figure. JEFF- leave the plow on!!! Pa John stopped in yesterday to say hello. So we sat around and watched the snow and just shook our heads.
Get the cards out Deb!!! Too early for a beer Deb? The light at the end of tunnel is in sight. Just head towards the light Deb! 35 more days until the Chili open!!! Maybe I will get some sleep in from now till then. Coffee is ready. Have a great weekend. Think warm thoughts!

AH, SATURDAY MORNING!

Sure wish I could sleep in, but I just can't adjust to it. In season, I would have been at work for a hour and half already. (and loving it!) because I know as soon as we get the 5-5-5 breakfast, It will be time for golfmama to hit the links!! (and hopefully make a few fike dollars!) Since I did not hit the mega millions(someone did) I need to supplement my income somehow. Snow, Snow go away, come again.....................never? Too much to ask? A girl can try! Jeff keeps saying "it won't be long Deb!" Ok Jeff, I believe you! I think I might need a girl's day out today!! Maybe some lunch and couple of beers? What do you think? I think I better wait a couple of hours before I make some phone calls or I won't have anymore girlfriends!! Well, Coffee is ready. Hope you all have a wonderful weekend.
To my friend: Many happy returns of the day!!!!

Mother Nature, what a tease!

Forgive me! Talk about karma? Knock wood!!! Sorry, but my word, 56 degrees Sunday- snow monday? I'm not sure what to do, shovel, bring out the tee markers? Just as well, I'm going in circles at the moment! Not responsible for my actions at the moment! Just another day in paradise! Oy!!! Things are looking up, got a few calls for golf outings. It looks like some people are seeing the light at the end of winter!!! Jeff is ready!! He has big plans for the course. Now all we have to do is find him some help(and money) to execute his idea's. Hang in there Jeff, we will get it done!!! (and beleive me , he has some great idea's) I'm there for you Jeff, so is Dad! And I believe the membership is there for you too!! One step at at time. Linda is ready to come back to work, she is missing all of you, and we are missing her!! Donna, Alex, Darlene and the rest of the staff are looking forward to seeing all of you soon. Dad and I have been blessed with a wonderful staff (aka friends), and a wonderful membership (aka friends), we look forward to a sunny and LONG golf season with our friends!!! Hope you all are making the best of the winter, remember, when life gives you lemons, make lemonade!!! (sorry, I just read a book, 50 things that matter!!) Very insperational!! Life is good!!! Stay warm!!!!!

I'VE GOT THE BLUES!

Not the kraft mac and cheese kinda blues!! The white stuff kinda blues! Oh this snow!! What's a girl to do? I think I might need to jump outside and do snow angels!! Ok Deb, snap out of it!! Really though, It sure gets lonely here this time of year. No one calls, no one writes, I need some material to write about! With Wally's help, I got my laptop up and running. Just a few quirks to work out yet.(but I'm a quirky kinda a gal!) Now I can get back to working on the coming year. Jeff keeps saying this winter is going by fast, even though I don't agree at this moment, he is right. Spring will be here before we know it! I still have some cleaning to do, outings to book, leagues to schedule ect... and at some point I need to swing a golf club. I think my callaways are feeling neglected. I might need to hit a driving range. Oy! I hate those things. Something about hitting off that green mat?! I'm afraid I will break a club, or my wrist! I guess one of the reasons I am feeling blue is that this time last year I was in Hawaii!! What a difference a year makes! I was laying in a hammock with a Michelob light listening to CNN report about the record snow storm back in Cleveland. Pay backs are a B@#$%!! Oh well, here's to better days ahead! Stay warm. Think Spring!!! (p.s. spell check not working!? ignore any mistakes, Thank you!)

NICE WHILE IT LASTED!

The last couple of days were warm enough to melt the snow, but the rain was enough to keep most of the golfers away. Yesterday cleared up around 10:00 and was nice until about 2:00. A couple of troopers showed up. You rock guys!!! Now it looks like another cold spell. Oh well, February in Cleveland. Jeff and Josh are still plugging away down at the shop. One piece of equipment at a time. I'm still cleaning and shuffling paper work. Got my new laptop!! Now I need help from Wally getting rid of half the stuff that comes with it, and putting in what I want on it. Oy!!! Well, even it's cold outside, remember the beer at the 19 th is always cold too!!! How may days till spring?

BURRR!!!!!!!

Come on Sun!!!!! My new lap top is on order. The kitchen is getting cleaner everyday. The grill is done. The first person who orders' a greasy burger is going to get the evil eye from me! (SKIPPY!!) Well I shed my Playtex yellow rubber gloves long enough to go out to dinner with my girl friends Thursday night. 5 girls cackling in my Cadillac! OY!! We went to a place called Brasa, It's a Brazilian steak house. WAY to0 much for me. I mean way too much food me, and way too much downtown attitude for me! It was good though. Anyway my 5 foot 10 brunette girlfriend Angie and my 5 foot 8 blond bombshell girlfriend Shelley came back from the ladies room to tell us that 5 players from the Cavaliers were at table behind us. They said, Fike, where's your camera. The next thing you know I'm taking and having my picture taken with the Cavaliers. (I felt like a teenager chasing David Cassidy) Oops I'm showing my age. Anyway they were very nice about everything. We had a great time!!! Well, back to the Kitchen Cinderella, your carriage has turned back into a pumpkin. Keep warm. COME ON SUNSHINE!!!! P.S. Keeping the 19th hole open!!!

IN LIMBO!

Help!!! My laptop crashed!! WALLY!!!!!!!!!! OY! what a day! Anybody know a laptop dance?! (that's laptop! clear your mind!) Anyway, wally said, try the geek squad over at best buy. I ran over there and they were quite helpful and reasonable. I have to say I would recommend them. Although my computer is not reasonable to repair. Time to shop around for a new one. Geek squad gave me a alternative though, all I had to do was hook up a monitor to my laptop, and I am still workable. At least until I figure out where to go next. WALLY HELP!!!!!! I think I would not be so overwhelmed except that I have spent the last couple of days talking with the cable company, the two dish company's in the area, trying to get some sort of reasonable tv package for the club. I know I'm not alone in this venture. For anyone of you who have had to deal with these people "this bud(Michelob) is for you!! These people should be in politics! OY! Don't go there Deb!! On ward !!! Tomorrow is another day! Make it a good one! Miss you all! See you soon.

IT'S OFFICIAL!!!!

We are crazy!! The weather report was, 44 degrees and cloudy today! So we showed up. P.A., Johnny, Kruse, Rex, Ryba, Ross and Me started out after the frost. Dad stayed back and said "have fun". (the apple doesn't fall far from the tree, you would think!) (but I think dad would have played if I would have said "no you go dad, I'll stay in!) We played through rain, then snow, then rain! But, we were not alone! Paul and Ken showed up! So I guess we are not the only Knuckle heads!!! It was a good day. 18 holes, a couple of beers, playoff football. Don't get any better than that!! The only thing missing was Linda's famous chili!! That would have hit the spot this afternoon. Oh well, Peanuts and Pretzels had too do!!! Time for me to cook up some munchies for the unexpected golf days! You never know when we might get a sunny 50 degree day!! Like from today until April! (a girl can hope!!) Have a great day! See ya all soon!!!

WHAT SNOW?!

All the white stuff is gone and I'm looking out at a blanket of green! What a wonderful color green is. Most good things are green! We had a few golfers yesterday. Not alot, but some. Wally and Bob stopped in for a post holiday cocktail. Mike, Howie, Bruce and Chuck got nine in early and Steve and the crew followed. They said it was not too wet out there. The course is very playable. Today looks like another scorcher(for January in Cleveland, this is a heat wave). I think we might get some more play today(I hope). It sure looks good on the books to have play in every month. Jeff and Josh are down working on the equipment getting ready for the 2008 season. Jeff and I agree this winter is going fast. (though we also agree now that our football season is over things will go a little slower) (I know I'm a little slower today after watching our Buckeyes get stomped on last night!) Oh well, Next year!! OY!!! How many days until the Tribe opener?! Is it April yet?!! Have a great day!! Stop in soon!

HAPPY NEW YEAR?!

Yes it is. Oh the weather outside is frightful, but the forecast is so delightful!! Melt the snow, melt the snow, melt the snow!!! Next week, 50 degrees!! Go figure?!!! Hope their correct!! Time for me to get back to work. I had a great holiday season, between Jody and Dave from Hawaii, and my friends Marc and Kim from Buffalo (and of course Mahoney) ( the dog) coming into town(staying with us)made my holiday complete!!! Life is good! The bonus will be, warm weather, my members smiling faces, a Buckeyes win and more warm weather!!! (not asking for too much am I?) Happy New Year !!!! GO BUCKEYES!!!!!

CHRISTMAS BONUS!

Yesterday was a nice little surprise. It warmed up just enough for a few of our die hard members to get in a quick round. It was nice to see some smiling faces. I hope you all had a good Christmas! Mine was good, but I'm glad its done. Is it April yet?!!! I'm ready to get back in the swing! My clubs have cob webs on them!! I hope they don't forget how to work!
I guess it's still the holiday season until next week. I just found out my friends from Buffalo are coming to stay with me for the weekend. It's a nice surprise. I'm looking forward to it!! I'm not much on new years eve, but this should be fun. Plus we can watch the Browns on Sunday, then watch the Titian's lose Sunday night!!!!! GO INDY!! Not much else to report. Hope you all have a happy and healthy New Year. COME ON SUN!!! IS IT APRIL YET?!

STILL HERE!!

I know, I've neglected my blog!! Sorry! Just have not had much to report. Dad, Jeff and I are still here everyday. Last Wednesday Jeff put the greens to bed. When I saw him spraying I knew he thought the snow was coming. He was right!! (it's your fault Jeff!!) But the snow is melting, and the next couple of days look good. Hopefully next week I will be looking out at green and not white! The memberships are rolling in, and that is keeping me busy. My Friend Jody came in from Hawaii for the Holidays. (I know, Is she nuts? Yes she is!) It's nice to see her. She is keeping me hopping! I love it!! Time to get ready for Christmas. Lot's to do. I want to get it done by Sunday so I can relax and watch the Browns make their way to the Playoffs!! Kick some Bengal butt guys!!! Have a wonderful Christmas everyone!! Hope Santa stuffs your stocking!!!
Talk to you soon! GO BROWNS!!!

FREEZE THIS!!!!

Oy!! What a morning! One good thing about my job this time of year is that I really do not have to go into the club. Thank god. I woke up to no power this morning. It just came on now! Seven hours later. This meant no heat, no water, no nothing. No way was I going into work without a shower. (not a pretty sight!) Not much happening there anyway. I do have some paper work, but it can wait. Yesterday was not bad for December. I had a couple golfers brave the elements. When you walk, its not that bad. I would have been out there, but somebody has to stay back and mind the store. Guess who? HEY DEB!!! That's alright, I love it!!!!! Now it's time to get ready for the holidays. Lot's to do. I am looking forward to seeing my best friend Jody and her husband Dave. They are flying in from Hawaii this year for Christmas. We only get so many Christmas' together. I think next year, maybe we should go West!! Sounds like a plan to me!!! Sorry I have not much else to report from the club. I keep hoping the weather will take a turn for the better, and we can all get together and toast the holiday season. Even if we can't, you are all in my thoughts this holiday season, we thank you for your support and your friendship! My dad and I wish you a wonderful holiday, and look forward to seeing you soon!! GO BROWNS!!! Spank the Bills!!!

TURN UP THE HEAT!

It can warm up any time now. Isn't this a little early in the year to be this cold? Maybe now we can have our Indian Summer? Ok, I'm still a little sleepy!! Just dreaming! But you never know! It's so cold here, the furnace that heats the kitchen and the ladies room is on the fritz! Always something! Hambone is supposed to be out today to look at it. What would I do without him?! Thanks Hambone! In the mean time, I think I will find something else to work on besides the kitchen (Darn!!!) I might even just go Christmas shopping.(I don't want too, but I really need too!) Better to get it done on a weekday, so I can spend the weekend watching the Browns beat the Jets!!! (it just might take all weekend) Did I say that? OOPS! Sorry! GO BROWNS!! GO TEAM USA!!
Remember Pearl Harbor!! Thank your Veterans!!!

YUCK!!!!

Someone said the "S" word!! And I don't mean SHANK! I told you never to say that! Well I guess it was inevitable. You can't stop Mother nature. Though I keep trying. Time to do my no snow dance. (not a pretty sight!) Not much happening here. Just closing out the month. Lot's of paper work. After that, it's time to start the winter cleaning. I need to tackle the kitchen first. That will keep me busy for a few weeks. The long range forecast said it's supposed to go back up to 50 degrees next week. That's encouraging!!! Hope their right! OK, back to work. Keep in touch! Have a great day. Find a way to stay warm!!!

48 DEGREES!!!!

Yeah, at 4:00pm! Oh well. Got couple of crazies out there!! Howie, Ray, and couple more of that group went out and braved it. My Dad and Pat went to indoor golf. Warmer, and closer to the Bar. My Dad's no dummy!! You would think some of his good sense would have rubbed off on me!? Well, some did!! I have to admit I would be out there if I did not have to watch the store. I guess P.A., Wally, Ross and some of the other 5-5-5 went to play somewhere down in southern Ohio. I think at this point golf is just a time killer until happy hour!! Can't blame them! The sun is out, but it is still cold at this point. Tomorrow looks cold, but Friday is supposed to be 40 again. Hope their right. As long as the sun is out, and the wind is not blowing it's not too bad. It's even better if you walk. Makes the 19 hole even better! I'm looking forward to a Browns victory on Sunday! I really think we have a good chance. Plus the Buckeyes really have a chance for the championship!! Should be a great football weekend again. Hope you enjoy!! See you soon!!!

HEY NOW!!!!!

Go Brown's!!! Bring on Arizona!!! I love Sundays like this!! The only bummer part is no golf!!! Oh well, maybe this week. I went in today to see if anyone would show. It was me and dad for the most part, but then Paul showed up, and Larry and Kevin followed. I was out of there. I hooked up with my friend Sue(aka Lucy) and watch the game. What a good girls Sunday out!!!!! I need that every now and again!!! It's the only thing that keeps me (some what) sane!!!! But I guess that is a matter of opionion! Shut up!!! Well I hope this week is coopertive to maybe getting in some golf. If not, Michelob time!!!!! Have a great week!!

BONUS DAYS!!!!

What a couple of nice days! Can't beat this. The day before Turkey day, and we have golfers. Yesterday P.A. brought out his Wednesday league to play. 17 guys. Pat, Ray, Mike and Gus also played, and Larry and Fred joined in. And of course, Ken was here. It was a good day!! My dads Wed. league is here today. 10 Guys. Have a few other dies hards out there, hopefully the rain will hold out. It looks good right now. Jeff and the crew are still cleaning up leaves, and keeping the course up. It looks really good considering it's November. Ross is out there walking and working on his game. Go get em' Bob!! The next couple of days look cold!! But by next week, it looks ok. I sure hope they are right! Moms having turkey day. Time to pig out and watch football. I'm looking forward to it. Hope you all enjoy your Thanksgiving. Eat too much, enjoy your family and friends, and give thanks. GO BROWNS!!! See you soon.

OOPS!!!!!

Doesn't show on the score card. Just mark down 3 points!!!!! What a great football weekend!!! The extra bonus, Pittsburgh loses!! I'm sorry P.A./Slash! NOT!!! I think the warmth I feel this morning could melt this heavy frost! It looks like it snowed out there. Oh well, It will lift and it looks like a good day. Tomorrow looks even better. Very appropriate for Thanksgiving week. For this weather, I give thanks!! Hope you can get out in the next few days and enjoy! Then on to your family and friends to enjoy the turkey with all the fixin's. Have a great monday!!!

IT'S BACK!!!!!

Winter that is. What a difference a day makes. I go from playing 18 holes (16) on Wednesday, to finding out how well my vehicle will handle in the snow and sleet!! It handled very well by the way! Not much going on at the club. I'm just shuffling paper work, and cleaning up a little. Jeff and Josh are still on the course tying up a few loose ends, but we still have quite a bit of work to do before we can sit back and relax. But I think we will be able to relax a bit on Saturday and watch the Buckeyes kick some butt!!!! Should be a good game. I'm looking forward to it. Football is what makes this time of year bearable, I think! Hopefully the Browns will continue to be competitive, and make the games worth watching! But I will continue to watch anyway, and keep yelling at the T.V. You can hear me for miles!!!! Oh well! Time to get moving. Stay warm, stop by for a hot totie!! GO BUCKEYES!!!!

MONDAY MOURNING!

Buckeye/Browns blunder! Bummer!!! I had such high hopes. Oh well. On a brighter note, the weather looks pretty good for the next few days. Should get some golf in. I played yesterday morning with PA John and Foutz. I kept saying, this is not so bad, but really I was freezing my Butt off!!! But I was not going to admit it. Stubborn Broad that I am! It was fun though. The course was in pretty good shape. Except for the goose droppings! It's open season on those buggers, so we had a couple of hunters out to get rid of them over the weekend. I think they might all be gone now. I sure hope so. They really are damaging the course. Poor Jeff has to see all his hard work all year get destroyed. Hang in Jeff, we'll get em'!!! Things are pretty quite right now. I think the "old guys" will be out today. I sure hope so. I get lonely with nobody here. Although I'm sure I can find something to keep me busy. Lot's to do yet. Time to get to it. Hope to see you soon. Have a great Monday!

BURRRR!!!!!!!!

A bit brisk!! But still playable. Come on sun!!!! Don't give up! We still could have Indian Summer! Just so we don't get Canadian Winter. OY!
I'm still here doing paper work. Lots to get done. Jeff's still here working on the course. Still moving leaves and getting ready to winterize the course. He has plenty to do also. But I'm sure he can handle it. Linda is on call, waiting for a nice day so she can come to work. Although she sure is enjoying her time at home looking after that cutie granddaughter Amy!! She says she works just as hard looking after her as she does here. (and she works hard here!!) Don't worry Linda, I'm sure you will be in soon. (I hope!) It sure gets lonely here this time of year. We appreciate the break sometimes, but careful what you wish for, you just might get it! It's not even December yet, and I'm ready for a Club tournament! Back to careful what you wish for Deb! Come on sun!!!!!!! Stop in and say hello, have a cup of coffee, or something else!!! GO BUCKEYES! GO BROWNS!

A LITTLE FOGGY!

Me, not the weather!! We had the 5-5-5 Dinner party last night. We had a good time!! Prime Rib with all the fixin's, open bar and we played poker after. I won $40.00 !!!! Pa's wife Marlene hates me!!! Sorry girl friend! Don Foutz(aka Leader) did a fine job all year taking care of the
5-5-5. He puts up with a lot of bull sometimes!(welcome to my world Don). But we had fun last night! Thanks Don! It sure looks like the weather is going to change for the worst. I am not looking forward to this for many reasons. Number one is golf of course, and I will miss seeing all of you. Maybe we will get a Indian summer!? Keep dreaming Deb!!! You never know. Ok, the guys are starting to roll in. Time to get to work, then some golf. Have a great Sunday!!! GO BROWNS!!!

TRICK OR TREAT!

Happy Halloween! Tricks on me! Gotta work all day! This is a sacred holiday for Linda. Rule is, Linda does not work on Halloween. I figured no big deal, I'll cover it. Thinking that the time change was on the 28th like my calender said!! Surprise, somebody changed it, and forgot to tell me! Oh well. It looks like a nice day. I'm sure I'll be busier than a one armed paper hanger. I would rather be golfing, but such is life in the golf business. I was able to get out yesterday. My friend Laurie came up from Columbus, and we played Marathon golf. We played 18, then her Mom came in from Pa, and joined us for another round. It was a nice day! (I managed to keep my Fike dollars in my pocket!) Sorry girlfriend! Maybe next time. It's a little frosty this morning again. This valley just holds frost longer than anywhere else. Hopefully it will lift in time for the Old Guys to tee off on time. Jeff and the crew are doing a great job containing the leaves. There sure are enough of them. Stupid trees!! What can you do? Leaf Rule!!!! The view from 17 fairway is in it's full glory. Make sure you stop for a minute and take it in. It will put a smile on your face!
Ok, time to get work. Hope to see you soon. Watch out for those goblins and gouls!!

DRY FRIDAY!

Don't believe those weather people!! They called for rain all day, and it was nice here all day!! A few people showed up, but I'm sure that forecast scared a lot of golfers away. Oh well! Jeff and the crew are still out there chasing leaves. Talk about a endless job. Just when you get one section cleared, the wind turns and it fills up again. Don't give up Jeff!!
Go get em'!! I told Linda to stay home today. I figured I could hold down the fort. Usually when I do that, It gets really busy!!! But not today. I should get out of here early. Maybe even go to Stancatos for a few Michelobs. (no not me!!) I hope the weekend is nice. Sure would like to get a few more rounds in before the weather takes a turn for the worst. The 5-5-5 should play through November, hopefully through December!!! You never know! Winter in Cleveland, just wait five minutes, it will change!! Ok, now I'm bored. Time to lock up. Have a great weekend. Hope to see you soon!

TGIM!

It's a lovely Monday! I'm just now getting to this post because I have been here since 6:00 am moving the office downstairs. Another sure sign of fall. I amazed myself. I got all the computers down, hooked up and they all work! I guess it helped that over the years I started labeling the wires, so I know what goes where. Not such a dumb broad huh? The Pig Roast/reverse raffle was a success. We had 97 people! Great turnout! Uncle Harry and Tommy did a wonderful job on the pig. Linda, Alex, B.P. and Linda's daughter-in-law Sarah did a great job making sure everyone was taken care of. They even dressed up in costumes. Linda was a Witch, Sarah was a Devil, Alex was a biker bitch and B.P. was a golfer(go figure). (I can't figure out why everyone kept asking me where my broom was?!!!!) Everyone seemed happy. Sunday was a good day. The weather was perfect!! So is today. Not bad for October. I hope it keeps up!! I gave in Saturday night and watched the tribe game. Big Mistake! I should have just kept ignoring them! What a let down! GO BROWNS!!!
Alright, time to get going here. I need to get some paper work done, then maybe get in nine holes. I have to take advantage of this weather. Hope you can too!!!!! Have a good day!!

TGIF!!

Not that it matters to me. Everyday is like a Friday here. Just waiting for someone to golf with! Maybe some of the 5-5-5 will show to play around noon. If not, I have plenty to do. Got to get ready for the Pig roast Saturday. I think we have everything together. Just a few minor details. Linda has the clubhouse looking like the Munsters house. Where's Grandpa and Herman? Every time I make a move some kind of creature makes a haunting sound. I love it!!! Jeff's got the course in great shape again!! Bill, Wally and I put the teams together last night. I think were ready to roll. Now all I need is the weather to cooperate. It looks good. (for now!) Uncle Harry and Tom will be here to roast the pig. They always do a great job. I can't stand to watch. I have to close my eyes every time I go out the clubhouse doors!(and being the klutz that I am, usually trip over something!) I prefer my food wrapped in plastic from the grocery store. And without a face. I think I'll have PBJ for dinner!
Ok, my sales rep just walked in with my order of windshirts. A little late in the year, but I'm sure they will sell. If not this year, next year. Time to get to work. See you soon!!!!

SUNDAY MORNING

All is quite on the home front. Just sitting here looking out on the fog down #10 fairway and listening to some Steely Dan. Very relaxing! B.P. is in the kitchen cooking bacon again. Smells good!! Just waiting to hear from Jeff about the frost status. We had a little delay yesterday morning. It's that time of year. I played in the 5-5-5 yesterday and I have to tell you, Jeff has the course in great shape. He mowed the greens and they were FAST!!!!! Great job Jeff!!!! They were perfect!! (I only three putted once) Yeah!! Kept them quarter's in my pocket!! I'll try to loose them today. It's supposed to be a little warmer today, more sun they say. We shall see! I hope we get some play today. Yesterday was a little slow. Oh well, what can we do? I might have to start dragging people in off the street. Don't laugh, I've done it before!! I'm sure Steve, Larry, Kevin and the rest of the guys will be here today. Steve wore shorts yesterday!!! What were you thinking Steve? Must be showing off your legs Huh?
Ok, time to get work, then golf, then watch the Browns Win!! Life is good!! I made a brie this morning so we can have something to munch on later. It looks really good!! I'm getting hungry. Order up B.P.!!! See ya later!

A LITTLE CHILL IN THE AIR!!

A bit brisk this morning! I love it! I don't know how the Seniors are going to like it this morning!? They are playing their last Senior Open for the year. It's a scramble, so they should move quickly. This is still perfect golf weather, in my opinion. Linda is starting to make Chili again, and the distinct sound of Jeff on the leaf blower are sure signs that fall is in the air. Soon the view from the top of #17 will be in all its glory! People will be pulling in the upper parking lot to stop and take photos. I think I should put in a toll booth. A girl needs to make a buck somehow!! The leagues are all wrapped up for the year. Except the 5-5-5 and the Old Guys. They will keep playing until the snow starts to fly. That includes me, and a few other diehards I know! This Friday the couples league have their fall dinner dance. This year it's a Hawaiian luau theme. Linda and Alex are going all out with the decorations. Tiki torch's, palm trees, sand, lei's, coconut bra's and grass skirts! OY! I can't wait to see this. They sure do have fun on that league. Good People! I'm sure they will have their eyes glued to the television Friday night. They are definitely Tribe fans! I'm still not jumping on that band wagon(it's worked so far!) Go Browns!! Time to slap around flipper!!! Have a great day everyone. Hope to see you soon!

EMOTIONAL WEEKEND!!

The Clambake was a big hit!!! Even though the weather was more conducive to a pool party in September. The tournament went off with out a hitch. We partied, Pigged out, and had a good time. My friend Maria helped me with the reverse raffle again, and Linda,Alex and B.P. made sure everyone got enough to eat!! I got home in time to see the Buckeyes kick some Purdue butt!!! After a good nights sleep, I was ready for a nice Sunday morning!! I booked a small outing this morning through a friend/member of mine. (thanks Arv). 20 guys from the Buckeye golf association. (great name!!) I hope they had a good time.I played with the 5-5-5 this morning, then we proceeded to watch the Browns not embarrass themselves too bad! That's just my opinion!!! But what do I know? (JADB)
OK, now you will have to blog me and find out what jadb means!! Think about it!!! Alright, time to go check out what the Tribe is doing!!!
Don't forget about golf!!!! Lot's of good weather ahead!!! See ya soon!!

OCTOBER IS HERE!!!!

Hard to believe isn't it? The weather is more like August/September, except for the mornings. Teeing off a 8:00am sure will wake you up fast! My goose bumps had goose bumps Sunday morning! Thank goodness the 5-5-5 is going to 9:00am next weekend. How about those Browns?! What a game. A few of us hung around the clubhouse and watched the game and had some Michelobs. It was a nice day! It sure is quite here today. Saturday was quite also. It was a perfect day for golf. Sunday was a little better. I can't figure it out. Come January, we are all going to wish for weeks like this. Grab your clubs and come on out!!! We have the clambake coming up Saturday. A International at Noon, then pig out on clams and have the reverse raffle later. Lots of fun!!! Not to much else to report for now. I think I might go out and hit some balls. Hope to see you all soon!!

REFLECTION!

Just sitting here enjoying the peace and quite of the morning. The realization of the end of the year coming has made me look back and reflect on the year. As I look back on my previous posts on this blog, I remember the good and bad things that have happened through out the year. Mostly good!! We have had our ups and downs that's for sure. But that's life!! I think despite all the challenges, malfunctions and mishaps, St. Bernard Golf Club has come out looking pretty good. The combination of Jeff, his crew,(Josh, Don, Bobby, Bill, Rich, Matt and Auggie) also Linda, BP, Alex, Donna, Darlene and of course all of the members, makes for a winning team. Don't forget my Dad Ron! With out his mechanical expertise we would not have the equipment to run this place. Thanks Dad! I love you! Alright, the year is not over yet!! The weather looks great for the next couple of weeks. We have a couple of events left. Starting with the Clambake/reverse raffle, then the Pig Roast/reverse raffle. Both have tournments before, then dinner after. Looking forward to seeing you at these events. Have a great day! Don't put those clubs away!!!!!!

ANOTHER GREAT WEEKEND!

After a week of hard work filled with challenges, mishaps and malfunctions here, we have a great weekend to look forward too. We had a club scramble yesterday. The weather was perfect, the company was great and our Buckeyes kicked butt!!!! Today the Tuesday men's league has their year end tournament/banquet. The 5-5-5 will play this morning, then hopefully we can watch the Browns kick butt!! (a girl can dream can't she?) You never know! I had a great team yesterday, and we managed to get 2nd place! B.P. played a excellent game despite having to run on to the tee after making about 30 breakfast for our hungry players. Bob and Helen putted light's out, and that's what wins these tournaments. I managed to help the team with my driver, and my p/w club. Not bad for an old lady of 43 (Huh Jeff?!) Yes I am a year older as of Thursday. It was a nice birthday, filled with golf, good Friends and a few Michelob's. Can't ask for anything better!! Time to start working on the Clambake/Reverse Raffle/International. That is a busy day for us. But it sure is fun!! This week looks good weather wise. I hope you can get out and enjoy! Alright, time to get to work. The 5-5-5 is rolling in and I smell bacon cooking again!! Breakfast is served! Have a great day, see you soon.

HOW ABOUT THOSE BROWNS?!!

What a great game! I guess they must of heard my big mouth screaming last week!! It's hard to miss! Mondays are much more fun when we come off a win. Although this Monday was a busy one. We started to aerify the front nine yesterday. Things started out ok, but of course then some of the equipment started to break. My poor Dad is really getting tired. He keeps fixing things and then something else beaks down. But we kept going and managed to make progress. Jeff and his crew, with the help of some friends and members(thanks Joe, and Bob Brown) kept things going. On to the back nine. Keep your fingers crossed. The Monday night teezers had their end of the year banquet here last night. Linda and Donna did a great job decorating and catering. I hope they were happy! It's that time of year. Most of the leagues will be wrapping up and having their final luncheons and banquets. That means Linda will be decorating up a storm. She always makes the club house look great! My favorite is the Halloween theme. I feel like I'm in some old rerun of the Adams Family! And I'm LURCH! You Rang! Where's Thing? Ok, back to work. I got my league this morning, then back to help Jeff. Talk with ya soon!

BUSY, BUSY, BUSY!!

What a perfect day!! The weather was just right!! I could not resist going in today and playing 18. My day off is usually full of projects at home, but I got them done in the morning and went to the club. We have a few outings this weekend, so I will not be able to play over the weekend. Next week will be busy also. We are going to start to aerify on Monday. What a job!! But it needs to be done so we can continue to enjoy the beautiful greens Jeff and his crew have provided us. I love this time of year. Linda is already starting on her famous chili. After a cool morning start, a great 18 and a couple of beers, nothing hits the spot like a bowl of Linda's Chili!!!! The only thing missing is a great football game!!!!!! Come on Browns! Give us some hope! Since we can't watch the Buckeyes for free anymore, we need something to grab on too!!!! I am still not jumping on to the Indians band wagon! If things go well, I will gladly listen to "I told you so Deb" Then we can party!!! Until then, I think I will just continue to golf, scream at the Browns, have a couple of Michelobs, and enjoy my friends at St. B!!!! Hope you can do the same! Talk with you soon!

THE MORNING AFTER!

Monday mornings are tough enough, but Monday morning after our Brown's loss so badly against the Steelers really sucks!!! OY! What a disaster! Oh well, there's always next week. I managed to hold on to first place in the championship. Laurie and the girls made me work for it. I had terrible front nine on Sunday, but managed to shoot par on the back. Diane kept up her pace and got low net. Good shooting Diane. Keep up the good work. Jeff played very well and is the Club Champion. Al (11 letters) played exceptionally well and won low net. It was tough playing with the weather conditions. We were not sure if we would get it. The weather looks perfect for the week. Hope you can take advantage of it and get a few rounds in. I am off to play in my Monday traveling league. Last one. Medina C.C. 27 holes. Hope I can play well. Have a great day!!

HANGING IN THERE!

We got the first round of the club championship in yesterday. It tried to rain, but it held off for us. I hope we can be that lucky today! Some good scores are being posted despite Jeff's pin placements!! (I three putted often) Thanks Jeff! Remember pay backs are a B#@&%!!! Just kidding! He has the course in great shape!(as usual) I am holding on to first place for gross. I got Laurie by three. Keep it up girl friend! She is playing tough. So are the other ladies, Ginny, Amy and Diane are playing well and having a ball!! Diane is on a roll. NET 49!! Yes Net! She shot a gross 89! This is the first time she has broke 100, not to mention 90. You rock girl!! Keep it up!! The boys are playing tough also. Some pretty close scores. It should be a good match today. Not much else to report for now. Wish me luck! Hope you can get out here soon. GO BROWNS! (and New England!)

UNTITLED

I said in a previous post that I have tried to keep this blog upbeat and fun. But today I came into work to receive bad news. One of our long time members has passed away. Mr. Cal Baird had a heart attack yesterday and did not make it. Cal played on M-W-F with the old guys, and often with the 5-5-5. He also played in many of the club events, including the Senior opens. He would stop in over the winter often for a cup of coffee and to chat. Cal is the third member we have lost this year. We also lost Mr. Richard Reynolds earlier in the year, and recently, Mr. Paul Brant lost his battle with cancer. It is very difficult for me and our staff when we lose friends like this. It is hard to express what they have meant to us because often we do not know the family members all that well. We are like our own little family here( I think), and these times are hard. I'm not very good at knowing how to express in words these type of things, but I just wanted you know. I hope all of them find a St. Bernard G.C. up there in Heaven!! Thanks for listening! Talk with you soon.

LOVELY LABOR DAY!!

We couldn't ask for a better weather forecast than this! Well maybe if they said it was going rain money!! I know, my mind works in strange ways sometimes. Anyway, I am looking forward to a great holiday weekend. Let's see, what should I do? Golf maybe? What do you think? I hope you are all thinking the same way I am! I know labor day is the unofficial end of the summer, but I prefer to look at it as the start of a great football season. Nothing better than playing 18 in the morning, then watching our Browns hopefully win!! I think we are going to have a good season. I know, I know. But a girl can hope you know! I should be thinking about next year already, and what we need to get done. But for right now I just want to enjoy the rest of the season. Fall is a great season for golf. Soon Jeff and his crew will start the chase game with the leaves. This is always a challenge, but he has done a great job keeping them off the course. This helps when we go looking for that shot that got away from us!! I guess we should just hit them straight for the rest of the year! What a great idea!! I come with a good idea every now and again! I'm sitting on the porch writing this, waiting to see if anyone comes in that wants to golf with me. If not, I will just go out myself!! I hope you all enjoy your holiday weekend. Don't picnic too much, and try to get some golf in!! See you soon!

THE SUN IS BACK IN RICHFIELD!

Looks like it is going to be a beautiful day! We deserve it! We had the 3 club scramble yesterday. We managed to get it in before the rain's came.
And boy did the rain's come. We were sitting on the porch having a beer and talking when we looked to the west and you could not even see the top of 303 hill!! You could see the rain coming down the hill like a big wall was rushing at you. It came down for about 5 minutes, and then it was gone.Good, stay away for awhile!! I was very impressed with the scores of the scramble. -9 under is a good score with four players and all of their clubs. It just goes to show you that if you play St. B long enough it improves your game to the point of you only need two clubs and a putter (and a little help from your friends.) I think I will keep this one on the schedule for next year! On to the the next event. September 8th and 9th is the Club Championship. I sure would like to see more women participate in this event. Like Wally said, after we are all long gone and someone digs up this place, when they find the Club Championship plaque, they are going to say "Boy ,that Deb Fike and Laurie Johnson were some good golfers". It's easy when you only have 2 women players. One of us is going to win gross and the other net!!! Go figure! Come on girls, sign up and give me a run for my money. Ginny, Janet, Karen, Diane ect....... You know you can do it!! I know you can do it!! Alright, time to get to work. The 5-5-5 is rolling in, and I smell bacon coming from the kitchen. Have a great Sunday!! Send me a blog! Let me know whats happening with you!

JUST MY LUCK!!!!

It figures! My team came in on Saturday in the lead for the Ben Kramer memorial. We were 9 under! I just knew we could win it!! But mother nature had different plans for us. Boy what a mess. I had no idea what to do. We tried to play it this morning, but too much rain made the course unplayable. What to do? Try next Sunday? But can everyone get back? Call it a one day tournament and pay it off? OY!!! We voted, and decided to give back half the money and call it a one day tournament and paid it off! Then we had to figure out all the pari-mutual. I don't want to be the boss anymore!!!!! But my team got first place. Yeah!! Now a bunch of guys started a card game. So maybe I can lose some of the money I just won!! Easy come, easy go!!! On to the next tournament. 3 club scramble next Saturday. Stay dry everyone. Hope to see you soon!

ANYBODY OUT THERE?

It's way to quite around here. It's such a perfect day for golf. We have a few of the old guys out, and few more people are trickling in, but I thought we would have a few more. The course looks great! The rain helped green things up. And I think Jeff and his crew have got caught up on the mowing. Boy that rough was rough!!! Go figure, rough rough. Hit the ball in the fairway Deb!! I need to get out and practice and get ready for the Ben Kramer memorial this weekend. I want to win this one!!! I think my dad is trying to knock off the competition. He had me helping him rebuild the walk bridge on #2 on Monday. I had to unload about 40 boards off the pickup truck. Then he showed me how to work the power nail gun. That thing about knocked me on my butt and into the lake. But we got it done with the help of Joe Toncler and Hambone. Thanks Guys!!!Needless to say my game suffered on Tuesday in my league. I feel like I got hit by a truck. Not the first time, nor the last. Not much else to report. Hope you all can get out soon and play a round! Have a great day!

CADILLAC MAMA!!

Finally!! I am now the proud owner of a slightly used/new to me Vehicle! Thanks P.A. Now I can get to work, or anywhere else without worrying if I am going to end up stranded on the side of the road. I had no problem saying goodbye to my blazer until I opened the back and got Michelob's blanket out of the back. She would have loved the new ride. She was a Cadillac kind of dog!!! First class!! Ok, enough of that! Things have been really slow this week! I wonder why?! I guess tornado warnings don't exactly make you want to come out and golf. But a few soles came out and braved the weather. We didn't get too much damage from the storms, Jeff and his crew got everything cleaned up very quickly! Good job guys!!! The weekend looks good. Nothing going on except the 5-5-5, and Saturday we have a small outing. Not to small, 53 golfers. That helps! I'm playing with my friend Debbie in a Scramble on Saturday at another course. It's a two person scramble. I think we will be the only two woman team out there. But I'm not worried. If nothing else, we could be the best looking team out there. Deb & Deb, The Double "D's" Ha!! I wish!!! Well, Debbie can hold up her end of that! Oh well, wish us luck!! Hope you all have a great weekend. Hope to see you soon!!

WHERE'S THE ARK?

My word!!! This is crazy!! It is coming down in buckets here! Most of my ladies showed up this morning for the league. My accuweather said this was all going to stay north of us. So we got all saddled up, then the skies just opened up. We really wanted to play this morning. I hope it clears up this afternoon. Maybe the Tuesday men's league will get it in. I guess I won't have to hear "Well, Deb we needed some rain" for a while. The weekend weather report looks good. Everything should be greened up, and I think the greens will hold. But we won't get any roll!! Swing harder Deb!!! Look out!! Now what to do today? Linda is here, she has to do all the ordering. I got caught up on my paper work so I could play today. There's always something to do around here. I guess I can find something constructive to do. I just don't feel like it!! Oh well. P.A. just called, he said he might have a lead on a car for me!! Yeah!!! Keep your fingers crossed! Hope to see you soon!!

UNDER CONSTRUCTION!!!

I have tried very hard to keep this blog upbeat and positive. I don't like to dwell on bad news, but today I have to vent!! No matter how hard you work, there is always someone out there who wants to pull the rug out from under you! Wednesday night we had some vandalism on the course.
Some Butt heads stole two carts out of the cart barn and proceeded to do donuts on #5 green, and drive over #13 green, put heel marks in #8 green. Then they drove through two of my flower beds, and to top it off, they dumped the cart in #4 lake. Other various damage was done, but I won't go into detail. I don't know whether to scream or cry or both!!!!!!
All of our hard work to get this course in the best shape possible gets destroyed by one or more unbalanced people. I feel bad for Jeff and his staff who work so hard. And I also feel bad for all of you who have play through this. We are going to try our best to get things back to normal. I hope you will bear with us. Ok, enough complaining. Time to pull myself up by the boot straps and get to work. Hope you all have a great weekend. Hope you can stop in and play.

HOT HOT HOT!!!!

It's August!! The dog days of summer are upon us! This is a real challenge for Jeff and his crew to keep the course in good shape. But I know they can handle it. I guess I should be careful what I ask for. I told the rain to go away in my last posting. But I guess I should have specified, come back another day, but only at night. Anything else Deb?! The Calcutta on Sunday was a good time. My team managed to come in second place. We were all good as a team, but my friend Ginny had a exceptionally good round. I shot a 76 gross and she shot a 78 gross. Way to go Ginny. Keep up the good work. Now I need to practice some more to get ready for the Ben Kramer Memorial. The outings are winding down for the year. We still have a few small ones, but nothing to take up to much of my free time. I think I will be able to play in the 5-5-5 this weekend. Yeah! It's been a few weeks since I played in it. Poor Wally hasn't played either, he tore a muscle in his side. He has been down for few weeks now. Hope you feel better soon Wally! We miss you. I don't have anyone to pick on me. Yeah right!! No shortage of that around here! I love it!!! Not much else to report. No new car yet. Help me P.A.!!

RAIN, RAIN GO AWAY!

Ok, yes we needed some rain. But can we spread it out a little? I know, I can't have it all. But I keep trying! I got home yesterday and the drivers window on my stupid blazer wouldn't go up!! I was in a hurry so I just left it. Of course I'm parking outside because the stupid H3 is in the garage. Needless to say I had to drive to work with a wet butt!!! Oh well!! Just sitting here waiting for Foutz to come in and get ready for the 5-5-5. It's kind of dreary out again, but the forecast looks promising. We have two small outings today. That helps! Unfortunately that means I can't golf today!! Poor me!! Tomorrow is another day. We have the Calcutta tomorrow. Ten teams. Not to bad. Do you believe next week it's going to be August? This year is flying by!! Let's hope for a good fall. That is my favorite time of year. Nothing like golfing on cool fall morning, then having it warm up to about 70 degrees on the turn. Life doesn't get any better than that. Ok, Foutz just walked in, let the games begin!! Have great weekend. Hope you can stop in!

WET WEDNESDAY!

Kind of a dreary morning. Maybe it will clear up. It did yesterday. It looked like rain all morning yesterday, so I cancelled playing in my league and went and got my hair done. Then of course it cleared up! That's all right, it gave me a chance to hang out with my friend Andrea for the day. We went to see our friend Angie at her new bar and had lunch. It was a nice girls day out!! You need that every once in awhile! Things are back to normal here. B.P. is back from vacation, and I am back on schedule. As if I have any kind of a normal schedule! Do you believe we had another hole in one. That makes four this year! Dick Corlett aced #4 on Monday. Congratulations Dick!!! Get your dollar back in the Insurance. You never know!! It's time to start thinking about your Ben Kramer memorial team. August 18th and 19th. Three person scramble, pick your own team, minimum of 45 handicap for the three. This is always a fun event. The banter and side betting gets very comical. Just like the Firecracker Open. The team with the best score gets to start on the second day late, so they can sleep in, so everyone keeps trying to buy drinks for the other teams and get them hung over for the next day. I'm not falling for that one!! Ha!! I think I have a strong team this year. I'm still trying to get my picture on the winner board!!! I'm going to try my best Mike and Ben! We can do it!! Alright, back to work. Stop in soon!

FRANTIC FRIDAY!

Oy!, B.P. better get back here soon!! I don't think I take the crew for granted around here, but boy when they are not here it makes me appreciate them even more. Linda is going to slap my silly soon. I keep fretting over everything. She keeps telling me to calm down, everything will work out. It always does, but in the mean time I worry! I think I got everything under control. We have a group of 16 today and they are just turning now. The junior league is right behind them and they should be finishing up soon. Then the Friday night couples will be starting next. It's a good day!! Linda is making pot roast for the couples tonight. I can smell it cooking. Now I'm hungry!! I'll have that for breakfast tomorrow. Maybe a piece of fruit to balance things out! Two outings Saturday. This is good!! The weather looks great also. Then Sunday we have a big outing. 80 golfers. Yeah!! I guess my game is going to suffer a little. I won't be able to golf until Monday. Poor me!!!! Ok, back to work. Hope you all have a great weekend. Only 22 days until preseason football!!!!! Go Browns!!!

Manic Monday

It's another beautiful morning! We have been blessed with such nice weather. We had the "schramble" yesterday. It was a good day. Even though I did not place again!!!! Just have to practice more. Not this week though. B.P. is on VK this week. So we are all pitching in and covering his shifts. That means I am stuck inside today, doing the everyday stuff. That includes cooking!!(you might want to stop at McDonalds on your way in!) HURRY BACK BP!!! It could be a long week!! I have a few small outings coming up this week, and we are hosting a golf clinic for the local school kids this week. I recruited John Zupanc and Joe Toncler to help get us through the outings. Thanks guys!! It's nice to have such great members here. Always willing to pitch in and help. I am lucky!! Well, the old guys are started, and some of the ladies are starting to come in. I guess I need to get my butt in gear. Hope to see you soon!!

SWEATED OUT ANOTHER ONE!

That little bit of rain was nice! But boy was the timing bad! We had Mayor Hruby's outing today. The first tee time was 6:45, OY!! That alarm going off at 4:00am is a awful sound. It's not the first time, nor the last. Things started out good, but the skies turned dark and the storms came. Fortunately it passed through quickly and we were only delayed 25 minutes. Then it let up, I told B.P. to get the players going because my radar said all the rain was passed. So the next group tees off, and wham!!! It came down in buckets. Sorry guy's!! What can I say, I'm not usually wrong about these things! HA!!!! If I could predict the weather, I sure would not be working here!! Well, maybe I would. Anyway the sun came out and things are nice now. The Kwanias are starting to come in now, and the Mayors outing is winding down. It was good day all around. Hopefully the rest of the week will be the same. Hope you can get out soon. Don't forget this Sunday is a club "schramble". Hope you can participate. See ya!!! Have a great day!!!

FIRECRACKER FIZZLED FOR DEB

We got the Firecracker open in, even though it threatened to rain on us all morning. It was kind of gray all day!!! Just a few sprinkles. But we had fun!! I couldn't manage to pull out a win. Ben and I played well together, but when you bogey the last three holes, its hard to place. Yes, the last three holes. We had a great drive on #17 but our second shots stunk!!! And don't even asked about #18 and #16. I had shots right over the pins, but they were long. I am starting to not like #16. I think I know a couple of other members who agree with me!!! Oh well, such is life. On to bigger things. The weekend looks great. Next week is the Mayors outing. Then we have a few more outings after that. Enough to keep me busy. But I think I can find some way to find trouble, what do you think? Hope you can stop by soon. Swing some clubs, and lift some beers. Have a great day!

SUPER SUNNY SUNDAY MORNING!

Another great morning! Life is good. I have been here since 5:30 am enjoying the peace, and closing out the books for the month. Now it's time to start getting ready for the 5-5-5, then we have to draw the starting times for the Firecracker Open. After that I'm going out to golf and work on my game. I have a good partner for the Firecracker. I hope I don't let you down Ben. Maybe I can get my picture on the door of winners!!! Although I might break the camera! Ha! Ok, back to work! Have a great week everyone!! See ya soon!!!

ANOTHER ACE!!!!!

Do you believe it?! Two club event's in a row with a hole in one. John Zupanc aced the # 1 hole in the Scramble Saturday. He didn't even see it, after he hit he thought, ok that's close and walked away. He drove down there and asked, where did my ball go? He didn't believe anyone until he looked in the hole. 50 years of golf and that was his first ace. Congratulations John!!! You gotta put your buck back in the hole-in-one insurance everyone! Another good day! Things are calming down here. I have the lady elks here this morning. They use the pavilion, so all we have to do is check them in and get them started. The next event is the Firecracker open, July 4th. I better get some practice in!!! To much work, not enough golf. Yeah, Yeah, Yeah I know, you always see me golfing. It seems that way Huh? June as been great weather wise. I hope it stays this way through July, August, September, October, November ect.... It's happened before!! Ok, It's official, I am changing my name to HEY DEB. It's not "excuse me deb" or "debbie may I", it's Hey deb!!! I don't mind, but some days , Ahhhh!!!! Ok, back to work, the Elks are a howlin ,or whatever they do. See you soon!!!

SO FAR, SO GOOD!

It's a nice morning again. I have my league this morning, then back to work. The Ted Kruse Memorial was Saturday. It was a great day! The weather was perfect. Everything went off without a hitch. Jeff and Bonnie Longo, along with Ron and Margie Kruse had everything organized beautifully as usual. Lot's of good food, good beer, good prizes. Everyone seemed to have a good time. Ted was smiling down on us again. Guess who won the closest to the pin on #1? (the booze basket hole) I almost aced it! That would have been a expensive day. Thanks Ron, Jeff, Bonnie and Margie for a great outing! Tomorrow is the Richfield Chamber of Commerce, Friday is the Brecksville alumni, Saturday Club Scramble, Sunday Lady Elks. That should be enough to keep me busy and out of trouble. You think?! Ha! It looks like the weather is going to cooperate for a while. Hope you can get out and enjoy! We are going to draw teams for the Saturday scramble on Thursday the 21st at 6:00pm as usual. Hope you can play! Call the club house to sign up, or come on in on Thursday to sign up, watch the draw and have a drink. Hope to see you soon!

SUNNY SENIOR OPEN

How long can this go on?! This is great weather. Can it last until January? Wishful thinking. Just enjoy now Deb. The Senior open is out and playing, so I'm sitting outside writing and waiting for them to come in. The new outing we had Sunday went off without a hitch. 152 golfers with a shotgun start presented a challenge for me. But I knew with our staff we could pull it off. Jeff and his crew got everyone parked and to their golf carts. Linda and B.P. ran the kitchen with their usual efficiency. A couple of members stayed and volunteered to help make sure the golfers knew where to go and answer any questions. Thanks Wally, thanks John. We heard nothing but praise about the course, the food, and the staff. And they already booked for next year! Yeah!! These outings are essential for the club. Not only do they generate revenue, they expose the club to potential members. This and your continued support is what will make St. Bernard G.C. thrive and get better each year. For this I am truly grateful. Hope you all can get out and play soon! Have a great day everyone!

IN LIFE, A LITTLE RAIN MUST FALL

But my word, not all at once! The poor Friday night couples got it again!
And of course last night was BBQ chicken. Poor John had to stand in the rain again grilling breast's. The rain really greened up the place, looks good.The weekend looks great!! We have a huge outing Sunday. 152 golfers Yeah!!!! Noon shotgun. We are going to be busy! I think I have all my duck's in a row. I Hope! But I always have Linda, B.P. and Jeff to cover my butt! I am blessed with a great staff!
Not much else to report for now. Back to work. I'll let you know how Sunday went. If I survive!!! Have a great weekend everyone.

LUCKED OUT AGAIN!!!

Wow! I can't believe we got the tournament in! It sure didn't look good Sunday morning. But I did my rain go away dance and the skies cleared.You would clear out too if you saw me dance! Ha! The 6th annual National Car Mart ,PA John, Poje, Pniewski B-Day Bash was a success. We had a great turn out, 19 teams. Everyone showed, no cancellations.

Marlene said P.A. kept going from the Cavs Game, to the weather station Saturday night. Welcome to my world P.A. But things turn out great. Good Golf, Good Prizes, Good friends, we even had B-Day cake. How about them Cavs!? I'm still not jumping on that band wagon, but this is great for the city. It seems to put everyone in a good mood, and we can all use that. Well it's 5:30 am, and I have to get to work. Just running in to do some paper work, them I'm off to play Pine Hills in my traveling league. Have a great day everyone!!

MAGNIFICENT MEMORIAL MONDAY MORNING!

What a beautiful morning!! What do you think? It doesn't get any better than this. It's 9:00 am, the sun is shining, and the parking lot is almost full! We got 21 for the 5-5-5 this morning, and the "old guys" are starting to roll in. I'm sitting on the porch writing this post, and watching everyone tee off. Life is good! My Friend Laurie is coming up from Columbus this afternoon to golf. She thinks she is going to win some Fike dollars, but I don't give those up easily. She even bought new clubs. It's going to take more than that girlfriend!!!! Ha!
It is easy to forget what the holiday is supposed to represent when you get three day weekends. For me, it is about hopefully filling the course. But that is just business. I have always been an all American mama, since my teenage years(alot of years ago), just ask anyone who has known me for that long. I have preached "Buy American" for years. And also to never forget how fortunate we are to live in this this great country. And for this I thank and support our Veterans and current American troops.
I hope you feel the same. So I hope you all have great food, great golf, great times with your family and friends this weekend, and take a moment to reflect on what this holiday weekend is about. Go team USA!
Enjoy!

FREAKY FRIDAY!?

We needed rain, but that was crazy! I went out to golf three times, and each time I had to high tail it back in. The last try I was at the farthest part of the course(#5) of course, when I heard thunder, so I came back in. And then all heck broke loose. It came down in buckets and we even had hail! What is that all about? B.P. and Linda just came in off of #18 and missed it, but poor Steve, Larry, Rios and Phil were stuck back by #15. Walking of course! Then it looked like we were in some kind of spooky movie. A heavy fog lingered for a long time, it was strange, but also quite relaxing. It would have to be steak night for the Friday night couples. Poor John Zupanc standing out there trying to cook 45 steaks on the grill dodging lighting bolts! Oy! What a way to start a holiday weekend! The weather forecast is for isolated T-storms, just so long as they don't isolate over Richfield. Do you think the greens will hold today? No roll though, I guess I will have to swing a little harder today. Look out!!!
Oh Great!! Just now I heard a bang on the window and looked out to see a bird ran into the window and it's dead on the ground!! Gross! I hope that is not a omen!? Jeff!!!!!!!! Clean up on isle 19!
Well, I smell bacon, B.P. must be here. Hope you all have a great memorial day. Don't picnic to much. Squeeze in some golf!! See ya!

PEACEFUL SUNDAY MORNING

All is quite on the home front.(shhhhh!) Just sitting here enjoying the peace and quite for the moment. The 5-5-5 will be rolling in soon, and things will be hopping. Saturday was kind of slow!? I guess the weather was a threat, but it was pleasant. Those weather people on the weather channel are so negative. Don't listen, just turn them off and look out the window! I was productive yesterday and hauled about 2 yards of mulch here. Check out #12 flower bed, it looks fabulous!! I think I used too much of the mulch though, I put it down kind of thick. Sorry Jeff. I hope we have enough left to finish the other beds.(oops) I think the course looks great. What do you think? Jeff is doing a wonderful job as usual.

Now we need to get some golfers out here to enjoy it! I'm racking my brain on how to increase membership, and play. Even though we have had an increase in new membership, we also have lost a few older memberships. I guess this is normal. I'm open to suggestions.

Well, I think B.P. just walked in, the smell of bacon should be hovering soon. Just when he thinks he has enough made, he turns around and some how the pile gets smaller!? I can't figure it out!(yum!) Maybe I'll have some of the left over meatloaf from Friday night couples. (Linda makes a killer meatloaf!!!) Then I'm off to golf. Have a great Sunday! Hope you can squeeze in some golf.

ROCK'IN RIB ROAST

A little chilly this morning. But the sun's out and it looks like it should be a good day. The "Schramble"/Rib Roast/Reverse raffle went well. Linda did a great job on the ribs(as usual), B.P. and Donna made sure everything went off without a hitch. The tournament was a little chilly and we got rained on for a couple of holes. Don't know where that came from? My Accuweather showed nothing about rain!? Wrong again!!
But everyone kept going and it warmed up as the day went on. Had a little excitement half way through, Jim Kane ACED the #1 hole. With this format that resulted in all four player's laying one, and for one player with two strokes a minus one! This took some thinking for the score keeper, but he figured it out. Thank you to Maria for helping me with the Reverse Raffle. She sold tickets and pulled the numbers for me. So for those of you who did not win, BLAME HER! On to the next event.

P.A. John-Poje-Pniewski National Car Mart B-day Bash. Sunday June 3rd. Check it out when you come in. This is a very popular event.

OK, I'm hungry now. I think I'll have some ribs for breakfast, since I never got a chance to try them yesterday.(forgot to eat again!) Looks like we are going to have a good stretch of weather here, so get your behinds out here! See ya!

SUNNY HUMP DAY!

Another perfect morning! The sun is out and we are supposed to get to 80 today. I thought we would never get there. Yesterday was nice also. I played in my morning league for the first time this year. I had the front nine from hell, but managed to pull it together on the back. But the company was good(thanks Jan, thanks Carol) and the walk was good.

Then I managed to haul some mulch at my house. I need a landscaper!!
I called my friend Jody in Hawaii to wish her a happy birthday, only to find out she had to put one of her dog's down. So sad. Maka was having a hard time back in February when I went to visit. I knew it was coming, but it still hurts. Jody and Dave got to say goodbye in the most wonderful way. The vet came to their house, and they let Maka go in the back yard with the sunset, ocean breeze, and them by his side. He has gone to meet Michelob up in doggie heaven. I find great comfort in this. For any of you who have had to go through this awful experience, you know. Ron Hickle gave me a wonderful book to read called Marley and me. I highly recommend it. Well, it's time to get back to work. Have to get everything ready for the Rib Roast Saturday. Enjoy this great weather. Hope to see you soon.

LOOKING GOOD!!

So far so good for May. What a nice week. As Dave Petrie would say "nice job on the weather Deb!" Looks like the weekend should be nice also. Hope you all can come out and get a round in. Save the yard work for the evening hours. It's cooler then. I had every intention of doing my yard work Thursday(my day off) but fate had other intentions for me. I had to come in here and set up the new pro shop cash register(what a job), but I got it done. So I started home, and my blazer breaks down. So I'm driving around in the Pickup truck. Truck'n Mama! oy! Everyday is a adventure around here. Thing's are looking up though. We have gotten a lot of new members. I have had a good response to the "sponser a new member" incentive. Now we just have to get them to participate in some of the club events, leagues ect... Have any ideas? Let me know.
Ok, back to work. (then maybe some golf). Have a great weekend.

SUNNY SUNDAY MORNING!!!

It's back!! The sun that is. What a great morning! Why didn't I schedule the International for today? You would think I could predict the weather by now! We got the tournament in among the rain drops. It sort of spit on us all day. But we pushed on and had a good day. I even managed to come in on a winning team. (fix!) Yeah right. We had a little NFL draft day contest. Pick the positions of the first four draft picks for the Browns. I have to get the paper and see what happened and find the winner. I couldn't watch that all day. Cheeseburger, fries, draft beer for $5.00. All draft beer $1.00 What a deal! Hope everyone enjoyed. The Rib Roast is next. Got to get to work on that. The 5-5-5 is starting to roll in, I have to get to work for a little while(then some golf) Life is rough!! Hope to see you soon.

THERE GOES THE SUN!

It was nice while it lasted. Now I'm sitting here watching it rain, listening to PA ask every five minutes, Deb what's the radar say. I keep telling him it don't say S*&%!!!!!! Wally is working on Bob's computer and trying to teach him how to use the darn thing. Cal's here also, hanging out and mumbling something or another. I think I need a Michelob!!!! We have the International coming up Saturday. Hopefully the weather will turn around. If it doesn't I think I'll need a bunch of Michelob's!! Have a nice day!!!