2007 was pretty damn good. I went camping. Did some great fishing. Went to San Diego (on business but it still counts right?). I became a father. I also played some golf.
Although I probably won’t get to play as much until Lucy can hit the links with me, I still love to reflect on all the great times and places I played last year. To the best of my recollection, here is a list of Golf Courses I played in “07″
Blackwolf Run - One of the most beautiful courses I’ve ever played. I birdied the 1st (Meadow Valleys). It was downhill from there but what great memories. Thanks again Tom.
Brown County Golf Course - Brown County is one of a few courses I play in Green Bay. Fast greens and scenic holes make for an unforgettable experience. I once played there for Stephen’s bachelor party. What a hoot!
Currie - Currie gets a lot of traffic so I don’t play there often. I was there once or twice last year.
Dretzka - I like Dretzka. I have seen wild turkey out there. It always plays longer than I remember. No major roadways border the course giving it a more secluded feel.
Eagle Springs - I love this course. Despite the fact that the par 3 - 2nd can be intimidating, I like playing there. Great scenery and the staff is friendly.
Grant - Sort of a staple for me since I live on the south side. Too bad there aren’t more views of the lake. The course has an odd hole or two but I always have fun there. I saw a fox on the 17th not too long ago.
High Cliff - This course was adjacent to a campground overlooking Lake Winnebago. I played there with Jim and Jeff. I seem to remember some rain…
Highland Ridge - This is a course I play in Green Bay. I often play there and elsewhere with my Father-In-Law yet it feels like we don’t play enough. When we do its always fun.
Ironwood - Easily one my favorite courses. I have had some great times and great golf out there.
Kettle Hills - Another favorite course. I probably play out there more than anywhere else. The staff is very nice and the course boasts 45 holes - a huge plus during busy times.
Lake Golf Course - A local pitch and putt. Great place to practice the short game except for putting. The greens are too nappy.
Ledgeview - Formerly Mystery Hills, this Green Bay course is scenic and fun to play.
Lincoln - A 9 hole county course located near the office. Too near. Lincoln sees a ton of traffic.
Madison Park - The first course I ever played back in the spring of “02″. I played with my friend Scott and Kenny. I learned right away to play at a good pace. Kenny can be a slow player and we ticked off the group behind us. I grew up close to the park but the only thing I ever did was walk across the course with my brother to get to the swimming pool. Madison is my sentimental favorite par 3 course.
McCauslin Brook - I played up there with Jim a couple times while up in Lakewood. Loved it. Absolutely loved it.
Mee Kwon - One of Ozaukee County’s municipal courses. I like the layout.
Muskego Lakes - Played it once. A fun course from what I remember. I played 18 with Dan, Paul, and Joe and then an additional 9 with Dan. Crazy. It won’t be the last time I play 27 or 36. Not even close.
Oakwood - I like playing there. A Milwaukee County course, it is located fairly close to my house. I played it only once last year since part of the course was having the drainage system upgraded.
TImber Ridge - This course is special. I played it for the first time last year while on a fishing trip with Dan. Timber RIdge is located in the north woods and is a good place to get lost. There is something great about playing when you are on vacation and not so worried about rushing back home. As a result you relax and probably play better golf.
Warnimont - An 18 hole par 3. This is the longest of the par 3 courses I’ve played.
West Bend Country Club - I was invited to play out there last year by Jim Dhein. I was so excited that I played pretty poorly. But I had a great time. I’d love to play there again.
Western Lakes - The site of the annual Player Invitational . I have some fantastic memories from there. The only bad thing is its the only time I get to play with my friend Mike. A cool course, a great outing, and an even better cause.
Well, not exactly. But her Mom blogs about her. Lucy contributes. I love the title.
Lucy has been a complete blessing. My life has changed. Since she was born, I have learned so much about her and about myself. There hasn’t been a dull moment. Everyone said that the months would go by fast. They have. 
It has been amazing seeing her grow and learn. She loves the guitar. Its my one secret weapon when she gets fussy. She always wants to have a sip from my tea or coffee. She knows her name. She loves being read to. She loves her Mom. She likes to watch Jackson (our cat).
This is our daughter Lucy. She was born a couple of weeks ago and has made Jenna and I enormously happy. Its hard to put into words, but I’m sure those of you who are parents understand the life changing effects of having a child.
