With the marriage of Prince William and Kate Middleton today, the whole relationship thing was on my mind. As long as there have been relationships, there has also been something to screw them up. That being said, why does it seem like golf is associated with one of those things?
Whenever I want to golf, there’s an issue. I’ll bet that if I just lay on the couch all morning there wouldn’t be a problem. As soon as I say I’m going golfing…world war III erupts and the garage needs to be organized. Wait a minute, laying on the couch is a viable reason to NOT do work around the house?
So, is there really an underlying reason why golf is a catalyst for quarreling? Maybe it’s not just the actual golfing that’s a problem. Could it be the extra-curricular activities after the round that ruffle the feathers? After some self-analysis I’ve come to the much researched conclusion that sand traps are like bars…rarely do I get out after one shot.
Now, I’m pretty sure there’s a few golfers that get stuck at their local “sand trap” but, in my case there are potential dangers. This could lead to coming home late, which leads to friction and problems on the home front, which could possibly lead to an unfortunate result – the ol’ split up. Golf is already an expensive sport, who would have thought it could drain you for half your net worth too?
Looking at this on a grand scale, we can use Tiger Woods, Ernie Els, Boo Weekley and Mark Calcavecchia as examples. They shelled-out a lot of dough to their ex’s. All I’m saying is, don’t be statistic and take a second to analyze your situations…Do the right thing.
Hit’em long…yell FORE!!!
Great post. I have this issue more because my other half gets upset I would rather spend 6+ hours doing something other than hang out with her on one of my days off. You are right thought, that if the couch were offered up as an option the fallout would be far less severe. Interesting thoughts though.