Once read a golf tips column where someone asked the pro, "What causes a slice?" His reply was, "Too much fishing!" I sold my golf clubs after reading that bit of advice.

Got back to the game two years ago. I don't have an established handicap, but the following incidents pretty much reveal my skill level. Once, I got a birdie on the first hole at Lake Wilderness. It was a humane kill; the robin never knew what hit him. The best score I've ever had for nine holes was a 36. That day, a junior high girl had joined me on the first tee, and I was motivated to show her how the game was played. She shot a 34. Golf is a humbling game!