Prompt 1 After residing in the populated city of Palm Desert for over a decade, my atmosphere has definitely influenced my decisions. It should be noted that Palm Desert’s residents vary from lower middle class to significantly wealthier classes. As a kid in the lower middle class, I often spent time envying the rich people of Palm Desert. Through my observations and personal questions it became clear that a significant amount of these rich people worked in the business industry. On any given day it is not uncommon to see luxury vehicles such as Porsches and Bentleys driving around town. When I think about Palm Desert I picture 5 star golf courses and European cars. However, living in a rich city does not make you wealthy. Beginning …show more content…
After being persuaded to try out, my mother signed me up. However, I was not a golfer at the time. Prior to signing up for try-outs, I had not played golf for over 3 years. Being new to the game, I gave up, as golf seemed too challenging for me. In an attempt to get me back into the game, my mom insisted I attend a golf team try-out for The First Tee, a golf center for youth. I arrived at Palm Valley Country Club where the try-out was taking place. When I looked at the competitors, I noticed their high-end golf clubs, whereas I had a beginner’s set. Regardless, I walked to the tee box with confidence. Shortly afterwards, my confidence was shattered as my ball landed in a water hazard. I ended the par 3 with a triple-bogey, 3 over par. I watched as the other players proceeded to make their putts for par and bogey, a much better score than mine. After approaching a par 5, I couldn’t help but notice the long distance between the flag and the tee box. To clear any confusion, a par 5 is the longest hole, with a par 3 being the shortest. I had a major flaw: I did not know how to hit a driver, an ideal club for a par 5. As a result I proceeded to pull out a 7-iron. The players looked at me weirdly as they used woods and drivers. To say the least, I had a very unorthodox style. Needless to say, I lacked distance after hitting the ball. While the players were at mid-fairway I …show more content…
As a matter of fact, I lost all my golf balls in the water; embarrassingly I had to ask the players for extra balls. A few holes later, we approached a par 4. The hole was significantly longer than I was comfortable with (a par 3). I contemplated my club selection as I had to consider the fact that I could only hit irons. I decided to use a 7-iron again since it was the club with the most suiting loft. Watching the players use a 3-wood and hybrids made me hesitant about my club choice but the fact was that I couldn’t hit anything but an iron. I thought to myself that I had to at least score par on this hole. I hit the ball fairly hard and landed in front of a member’s backyard. Although I was in an awkward position, I was only about 150 yards from the flag. At this point I saw potential in myself and I used a sand wedge. After managing to escape a border-line out-of-bounds area, my ball landed on the fringe of the hole. The players had their balls on the green, so they waited for me to hit. At this point I knew I could manage to get a par as I was 2 strokes in with my ball nearly on the green. Utilizing an 8-iron I decided to chip the ball. I took a few practice swings as I was extremely focused at this
To start off, Now, we come to the tee-box where we put our stretching and breathing into effect creating the positive mentality, followed by a few quick practice swings. You then tee-up the ball, making sure the ball is lined up with the center of the face of the club. Then, you line up your shot and swing away, sending the ball flying down the middle of the fairway, creating a sense of euphoria. Next, we approach our second shot, making sure to choose the correct club according to the distance from the green. Once again, you line up your shot and swing, letting the ball coast and land on the green, as close to the hole as you possibly could. Now, comes the trickiest part which is reading the green. You grab your putter, then step back and squat, all the time trying to visualize the ball path. You, determine then were you should line up your putt depending on the break which is in the ball path. You step up to the ball, line up your putt, and swing your arms like a clock pendulum. The ball sinks into the hole sending you into a jumping fit of excitement. Thus, neatly showing how you can successfully play a hole of
The article “Luxury Shame,” written by Johnnie Roberts describes how and why the rich are scaling back on their extravagant expenditures. Initially, I was annoyed and shocked at how the very rich were assimilating their unfamiliar experiences of “recessionary times,” with those that experienced the emotions of poverty. Roberts explains the ostentatious life of multimillionaire Michael Hirtenstein, who would routinely and openly show off his profitable real estate collection. After the economy took a turbulent downfall, Hirstenstein and other wealthy Americans began to feel the shame or embarrassment of flaunting their wealth. Despite the “halt” to the economy, Hirstenstein became frugal with his money, even though he could have easily bought whatever he wanted.
Most amateur golfers believe that impact on the ball is the only key factor for hitting straighter and farther by swinging harder and faster, forgetting important facets in basics of the swing. There are multiple parts of the swing that involve biomechanics however; some key points are set-up, backswing, downswing, follow-through, and ground reaction force (GFR). To focus primarily only on one point of the swing to fix all problems is an obscure way to view the s...
Sahara Special, by Esme Raji Codell, is a shining piece of adolescent nonfiction that authentically and sensitively captures the Heart-Wrenching Life Story and Amazing Adventures of a two-time inner-city fifth grader. Inspiring and empathy inducing, Sahara Special exemplifies Russel’s guidelines for culturally and socially diverse literature as outlined in our textbook in many ways.
Although golfers end the day on the 18th green, their day begins on a tee box. A drive, the first hit off a tee toward the objective hole, may seem very routine and insignificant, but, in fact, it is the most important shot taken on each hole. If golfers hit a long drive into the nicely cut fairway, they have only to hit the ball off the nicely cut grass on usually a clear path to the hole. But if they hit a drive into the woods, then they have to make sure the ball does not hit any trees, branches, or other obstacles when exiting the woods. That’s why hitting a good drive is a must. With practice, even you can hit a fundamental drive.
Golf is the ultimate battle between man and nature. It is a beautiful sport in which dreams come true and hearts are broken. Man is challenged on every stroke by nature’s elements. Wind and rain are only a few of the conditions that affect this great game. Undulating hills, sand bunkers, thick rough, and even creeks and ponds come into play on most golf courses. These features are fierce at Augusta National Golf Course. Located along the fall line, the natural beauty of the region is the perfect complement to this championship golf course. Every spring when the flowers are in full bloom, Augusta plays host to The Masters Championship and is transformed into the Mecca of Golf.
I have always been a big fan of the game of Golf, I have always loved both watching and playing it. I always borrow my dad’s golf clubs whenever I go out on the course, on this particular occasion I had happened to accidentally break one of his clubs. I was afraid to my teeth as to what my dad was going to say, as these were his favourite clubs. I decided to hide this fact from my dad, until I could find a definitive solution to either replace or fix the club. I had a tough time sleeping at night, just thinking about the potential consequences I might have to face. In the morning I conjured up the strength to tell my father the truth and accept a potential penalty to my actions. To my surprise, my dad was more ecstatic than angry. He explained to me that he is proud that I was honest and truthful to him, he also commended me from battling my fear to muster up the courage to do the right thing. In this scenario, fear worked as a positive thing when thinking about potential outcomes in the future. I was successful in preserving my “dignity”, while being oppressed by my fear of continuing to hide the truth. One must strive to balance their respective fears with their foresight of the future, in order to truly be successful in their
... motivation for wealthy individuals to return to the inner-city core but it also provides impetus for commercial and retail mixed-use to follow, increasing local revenue for cities (Duany, 2001). Proponents of gentrification profess that this increase in municipal revenue from sales and property taxes allows for the funding of city improvements, in the form of job opportunities, improved schools and parks, retail markets and increased sense of security and safety ((Davidson (2009), Ellen & O’Reagan (2007), Formoso et. al (2010)). Due to the increase in housing and private rental prices and the general decrease of the affordable housing stock in gentrifying areas, financially-precarious communities such as the elderly, female-headed households, and blue-collar workers can no longer afford to live in newly developed spaces ((Schill & Nathan (1983), Atkinson, (2000)).
I began golfing in the past five years. I went out for the high school team and made it on the varsity co-ed team. I was the only girl, but I was determined to make it.
The Millionaire Next Door written by William Danko and Thomas J. Stanley illustrates the misconception of high luxury spenders in wealthy neighborhoods are considered wealthy. This clarifies that American’s who drive expensive cars, and live in lavish homes are not millionaires and financially independent. The authors show the typical millionaire are one that is frugal, and disciplined. Their cars are used, and their suits were purchased at a discount. As we read the book from cover to cover are misconceptions start to fade.
The book I chose to review for this course is titled, “The Millionaire Next Door”, by Thomas J. Stanley, Ph.D., and William D. Danko, Ph.D. After learning that it was published in 1996, prior to the widespread availability of the internet, and subsequent ebusiness boom, I was slightly sceptical that the information held within might not be relevant for someone like myself trying to thrive in today’s chaotic economy. Fortunately, I was wrong. The Millionaire Next Door is full of concepts and principles that put into perspective how we view money and status in our society, and also debunks the myth that America’s wealthy are the ones doing most of the spending while living elaborate and carefree lives. There are several ‘takeaway’ principles that are presented to the reader. I will be focusing on the five concepts and ideas that impacted me the most.
You work like hell. But you learn a lot.” In my experience, I have learned a lot but the most important thing that I have learned is forgiving myself on the golf course; forgiving myself on the shots I do bad on or have a bad round. I tell myself that I will do better next time. Golf is as big as a mental game as it is a physical game. For example, I was at the biggest golf match of my junior year. I started the first hole off with going straight into the woods; as a result, I had to take a stroke. This patterned seemed to continue throughout the first nine holes. As I was eating lunch in between holes I realized what I was going wrong this whole time. I was thinking about my first hit; however, all I needed to do was forget about it. ……….. In conclusion, I got second place in district continuing to sectionals. Regardless of all the thoughts in my head. Forgetting about them made it a lot easier to enjoy the game and to play a good round. As a golfer, I’m thankful to have gained this quality as a life lesson not just on the golf
What is so hard about golf? Some people think golf is just hitting a ball to hole. But little do they know it is a lot more complicated than that. The golfer needs to know how hit the ball with the right amount of power loft and the appropriate club.
In three words I can sum up everything I’ve learned about life: it goes on”- Robert Frost. Numerous might say a teenager won’t have many personal experiences, but I don’t see that to be true. Experiences don’t have to be an event that stands out to anyone else but yourself. As a golfer, I enjoy being on the golf course as much as possible, so therefore I applied at Edgewood country club golf course as a summer helper. With a few connections I felt extra confident and was ready for my interview. Rapidly I was hired and trained the same day. First, multiple of summers ago I was hired on as full time summer help at the Edgewood country club golf course. At the course I suffered exhausting days such as 7:00am to occasionally 10:00pm depending on
Oh boy, was I ever furious! I was cursing up a storm! “Damn ball! Where the hell did it think it was going? Who the hell ever let me learn how to golf? They obviously were one damn stupid bastard to think I could ever golf!” I briskly stormed away from the tee-box, enraged that my ball was completely out of control as it had flown through the air a few minutes earlier. “Just go damnit! Hit your fricken ball!” I sounded like a small pathetic child yelling at her mother because she had not gotten her way in an argument as I screamed angrily at my brother who was now standing on the tee-box ready to send his ball to the ends of the earth.