Trying to Whack It

 Yesterday I headed out to the golf course her in Utah.  There was no snow on the ground and I teed off at 10:30 am and walked the 18 holes.  The greens were all temporary winter greens.  I noticed something though.  As I get closer to 70 years old I am not hitting the ball as far as I want to hit it.  I bet it is a 30 or 40 yard difference with my driver.  I have been working out, lifting weights, trying to get stronger but maybe what has been lost will be lost for good.

I have been reading some Agatha Christie books lately.  Having retired from the practice of dentistry and now having a few hours a day where I can't do much, I read a book a day or so.  Today is an interesting day though.  It is my younger brother's birthday.  So we are the same age, 68 years old, for two weeks and then I jump ahead.

One thing is for sure.  I am in a different culture, a different world than I was in 20 years ago, and especially 50 years ago.  It looks to me like a complete degeneration.

Should I Try It Again

Well, it has been four years since I posted to this blog site.  I am thinking I want to write my pondering and experiences more often, so I am going to give it a try.  There is no way we can come to a more level headed experience on this planet.  Watching the lives and actions of people is absolutely mind boggling.  None the less we are here together.  One of the most interesting things is how often I see the phrase "Let's Come Together".  

Well how is one supposed to come together with someone who wants to destroy everything that means anything to another person.  Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness?  No big deal, cast it aside we don't need it.  That is what I hear from people, politicians and companies.  So, in the future I will be leaving more definitive and thought provoking expressions with links to various things.  One place I love to visit on Saturday mornings is www.powerlineblog.com and read and look at Steve Hayward's This Week in Pictures.  It is enjoyable, humorous and thought provoking.

Cheers. 

Left Turns Must Be Hard

I don't know what it is but left turns are hard for some folks.  I am talking about the left turn lanes, with the left turn arrows at larger intersections.  One knows the turn arrow light is going to turn green.  It is also obvious that there are a line of cars behind you.

I am of the opinion that when one is turning left they need to be keyed up; they need to be totally focused.  When the light changes, you can go.  If you are in the line it is NOT a good time to check your texts or daydream about supper.

As the cars are starting it is amazing from back in the line to look forward and see a car turn, then another one turn with a distance of 5 or more car lengths between the two cars and the line has 15 or more vehicles anxious to get through.  I know it is a chimeric hope to improve this facet of driving in the populace but it is one small thing that could improve life a little.  So the thought should be Turning Left, Be Ready.

Visit with Senator Orrin Hatch

I have had the privilege of serving with the Utah Dental Association in legislative matters for the last seven years.  This gives me the opportunity to interact with our Congressional delegation regarding matters pertaining to dentistry and to dental clients.  May 31,2017 I was able to visit Senator Orrin Hatch while he was in Salt Lake.  He along with all of our Congressional delegation are supportive of everything that helps the dental client and dental provider.

What's in a tooth?  There is no caramel center covered with chocolate, but a pulp made of nerve tissue and blood vessels surround by dentin, cementum and enamel.  Enamel is hard; really hard but it can be attacked and slowly destroyed.  We call the 'getting a cavity'.  If the decay gets big enough and goes deep enough it can infect the nerve and cause it do deteriorate.  When this happens a root canal procedure may be necessary and then a crown.  After all of that however the tooth is NOT as good as new.  We cannot make a tooth as good as new.  So, it is best to avoid and prevent decay.  If that is not possible just understand that any treatment may last a long time, but it may not last forever.

VHS Alumni Golf Outing

Viewmont High School Alumni Association Golf Outing 2017

5th Annual

Viewmont High School

Alumni Association

Golf Outing

Friday Aug 19, 2016

Oakridge Country Club

Farmington, Utah

8:00 a.m. Shotgun Start

$110 fee per person which includes green fee, cart, range balls and lunch.

Club dress: No levi’s or denim, not t-shirts, halter tops. Collared golf shirts required.

Golf shorts are ok.

Everyone and anyone who plays golf is invited to play.

Prizes, fun and friends. The

format of the outing will be

emailed to all registrants.

For info email goman007@msn.com