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The Emotional Roller Coaster Ride
by lucky dog (3)
Rated: E · Short Story · Sports · #2075224
My view on learning the game of Golf
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Created: February 15th, 2016 at 9:05am
Modified: February 15th, 2016 at 3:42pm
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It was a long time ago my Father-In law introduced me to golf. I thought it would be an easy game to learn and I could play with my children. The truth is; golf is not a game, it’s an emotional roller coaster ride! If you want to learn, you had better buckle up.

Every emotion you have ever experienced will cross your path. Joy, happiness, exhilaration, disgust, frustration, rejection, dejection, and depression; are all wrapped up in golf.

In the beginning my boys would hit the ball better and farther than I did. That was frustrating. My father in-law said it was because they had supple bodies, mine is rotund.

As I progressed, I found that a club in my hand can be a backhoe, shovel, weed whacker; everything but what it was made for. To move the ball in a forward direction with the least amount of swings is harder than it looks. This can be very depressing.

I can stand on a tee box and enjoy the beauty that I see. The joy of being outside and getting exercise at the same time is a pleasure. When I gaze out on the fairway, I tell myself I can't help but put the ball in the middle or on the side. I tee up and swing and watch my ball sail to the far right, over a house. I try again, and watch it take the same path as before. This brings a tear to my eye, and the anger grows inside me.

Imagine watching your ball go into a sand trap. As you approach, disgust and fear settle in. Picking the ball out of the sand without using your hands is not easy. This can be a humbling and humiliating experience.

Hitting the ball on the sweet spot of the club is the best feeling. You make the ball scream for joy as it flies higher and farther than you thought possible. This feeling begins in your hands, travels up your arms and all over your body. It brings a smile to your face! It’s exciting, exhilarating, and climactic!

Getting the ball to the green is only half the problem. Trying to sink the ball into the hole using a putter is the hardest part. You can get so frustrated and dejected when the ball refuses to go in.

The emotional roller coaster ride can last 5 hours. One hole is great the next a total disaster, and so it goes for 18 holes. During the ride you must always keep things in proper perspective. Nothing comes easy. Practice, Patience, and Perseverance will see you through.
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