Had a very productive last couple of days.
Rachel had a demo near Bedford yesterday so I took the time to do a bit of shopping in Milton Keynes. I have been trying to get a few more Bob Rotella books after Amazon let me down at Christmas but to no avail. I actually managed to find three more at Milton Keynes so I've got a bit more reading now.
I am trying very hard not to read or listen to too many different people during my quest and have decided that, when it comes to lessons, Trev is the man but when it comes to the psyche, Dr Bob is the only man for me. It seems totally stupid to be brainwashed by lots of different people all with differing opinions on one thing and another which can only lead to confusion.
The temperature at MK yesterday was -12 degrees centigrade so I decided not to seek out a driving range after my last visit in the cold. However, I woke up this morning to find that the temperature had risen overnight and it was hovering around the 5 degree mark. With this sudden tropical weather, I popped up the range and hit a quick 100 balls, surprisingly after my lay off, very well.
Recently, I have been struggling with my irons, even my wedges. I decided today to clear all swing thoughts and just concentrate on slowing my swing down and keeping my head low as I hit through my shot. Everything slotted into place as it had three months ago prior to my rib problems.
Tomorrow, I plan on going to Oakridge and, if I am happy with everything, I'll sign on the dotted line for 12 months. With the onset of Summer hopefully only just around the corner, my aim is to pop up there and get as many holes as possible in at least one night a week - if not two together with a full day on my fortnightly day off.
I then need to get some cards marked and get my first official handicap for the best part of 20 years. I am very confident that I can reach my goal on this challenge. I know it's not going to be easy but I am also highly aware that, as in any sport, you have to believe in yourself and have the confidence and strength to believe that you can rise above adversity and reach your goal.
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