December 23rd, 2004

Well as you all know it is that time of year again. People shopping like crazy, fighting over parking spots, and scraping ice off of car windows. This morning it was -2 degrees, and for those that don't know, that is cold! This year has been very busy for Brian. On the 10th of this month Allison and I had Hanukah at our place in Iowa. It was a great time as my parents came, as well as my cousins Scott and Ryan, and Ryans girlfriend. Allison made the brisket and it was great (I cut it, so that counts for something right?). The next weekend I was in Alexis, IL celebrating 2 christmas's in 2 days, and that will wear you out. This weekend I will be in Alexis, IL again but it will be much calmer. The new year is right around the corner as well, and as we all know it is that time when we make resolutions. My resolution is to not make a resolution as they always get broken, just make changes throughout the year. As far as my Golden Tee career, things are going well. I brought home just over $2,000 at the Tournament of Champions in early December, which brought my total winnings to around $25,000 for the year (not all profit). I will be in Carol Stream the weekend of January 14th for a tournament. If you are in the area be sure to contact me. So as you can tell it was a good year in that category, and for those that do not know I was in Sports Illustrated's November 29th issue. They were covering the tournament that I won in early June, and decided to do a 4 page article on the last 4 years of my life. It is very detailed, but it goes to show the ups and downs that can happen in ones life. Only subscribers received this issue, and I am personally very happy with the article. Please click here for the article. Now as you all know the bears ended their 3 game win streak, and are now mathematically out of the playoffs, and like a true chicago fan always says, "Maybe Next Year." Speaking of next year, it is right around the corner, and that weekend will be my first weekend with nothing to do since the weekend before Thanksgiving, I am very anxious for a nice weekend of R&R. I wish everyone a happy holiday, whichever one you may be celebrating, and a healthy and prosperous new year. Be safe, and be sure to keep in touch. Be well, and until next time......Brian