Mike & Chuck - As far as I am concerned, Lifelong Friendship was the "phrase" of the week. I was once told that the definition of a lifelong friendship is that after not seeing each other for many years, the conversation still flows as if you were a next door neighbor. That feeling of the most comfortable shoes or clothing that you wear. We three have been through many an adventure and this was one of the best. As usual, golf was the excuse to travel and meet new and friendly people in a truly genuine place. Mike - Our captain, commissioner, travel planner and restaurant selector - Props for all of the effort! Chuck - Man of philosophy, golf, cigars and all things "T" - Tanks! The loss of Doug while on the trip gave time for reflection as memories of him will stay within our hearts.
Any reader that has the chance to spend time with either of these two...let that time envelope you and savour it, for it is worth every minute. As you both have heard me say, I am not sure most people realize just how much fun it is to be me! You are a couple of the reasons why.
Until the next time that we meet on the First Tee!
Slainte!
Bino
Strandhill Golf Club, County Sligo, Ireland
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Bino: It appears that the successful trip spun off an unintended bonus. Besides providing golf and comraderie, it managed to make you an Irishman. I now dub thee "James Francis McBino" -- with all the obligatory pubbing and late nights that go along with that burdensome name. You are hereby designated for future duty as a a one-man economic stimulus package for your new homeland. Chuck and I can attest that you are well-suited for your new position.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for your kind words and friendship -- and for a fabulous trip.
Slainte!
Mike Considine