If you're wondering why I haven't posted to this blog for a few months, it is because:
​On Friday, August 2nd I woke up and couldn't get out of bed.  Without going into a lot of the excruciatingly painful details, let me say​ I haven't golfed since.  It was very disappointing because I had a lot more golfing planned before the season was over.  I had weekly league to play, a Club Championship title to defend and our traveling team with Apple Valley Women's Golf Association still had 3 events left. My friends and I also had a cruise to Hawaii scheduled which was going to include playing at Wailua on Kauai. 

​For the remaining team events (at Apple Tree, Leavenworth and the Wenatchee Golf & Country Club) ​I tagged along and the course pros were happy to comp me a cart and let me serve as a Course Marshall.  I was happy to be useful even though I couldn't play. It was a Win/Win. 

Even though I couldn't actually play, it was fun to be out watching the ladies play. And, there's always the 19th hole, right?   

The pictures above are of the group of ladies I tagged along with to the Moses Lake Country Club in early September. ​
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​If you're ever injured and can't golf, don't hesitate to go out and be a cheering section for your friends.  I'll try to get a few more articles and pictures posted about some of the ​other events I've attended during my recovery. 

​This group is focused on living with autoimmune disorders in the most productive and successful manner available. 
​
That end will be achieved by:
* ​Supporting and caring about each other
* Hearing each other's messages
* Listening to other voices with valuable information to share
* Committing to be positive, understanding and encouraging

​The next meeting is:

When: Saturday, September 14, 2019
Where: Central Washington Hospital (Confluence)
Lower Floor Rooms F/G

Time: 10:00 - 11:30

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​Autoimmunity & Family:
Judi Rising and her daughter Tracey Barnes will preview the first in a series of presentations they plan to offer to interested groups about living with autoimmunity.  

The program will be a discussion between Judi & Tracey involving their mutual journey with autoimmune issues: one as the patients and one as the family member.

Every person diagnosed with autoimmunity has those in their life circle who by association are also impacted. Some find positive ways to support; others struggle. In all cases, life is changed.  

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Judi and Tracey have now spent 20 years affected by autoimmunity. They have been preparing a series of presentations during which they will share and discuss the effect of autoimmune issues on theirs and other families.  This month they will preview the first of these programs with the Wenatchee Autoimmune Network.  They will appreciate you responding and attending.  

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​​Please consider attending the September meeting, knowing your presence as an audience will be very much appreciated. 

​Hopefully you will take away some ideas and information that will be beneficial to you and those you care about.

Your presence and comments will certainly be helpful to us. This is a program that could be helpful to family members and others you may know, so please bring them along if you like.

Please come join us: share, contribute and learn

Directions: 
We meet in the lower floor of the hospital. Park by the upper main entrance and take the elevator down or park in the lower lot by physical therapy and enter on that level. RSVP as possible. See you soon.

Please ​RSVP as soon as possible:
​Judi Rising
risingstarj@nwi.net
509.679.0671 
​
​See you soon!  

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I know this message is getting out late but I wanted to be sure you know that First Tee of Central Washington is putting on an amazing series of sessions for kids of all ages, with the goal of teaching them life skills while learning the game of golf. 

​These 9 core values of the program are:
Integrity
Judgement
Honesty
Responsibility
Sportsmanship
Respect
Confidence
Perseverance
Courtesy

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​$75 for Nine Sessions
Scholarships Available if cost is a problem
Just Ask!

All equipment provided.

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​Event location:
Three Lakes Golf Course
2695 Golf Club Drive
Malaga, WA 98828

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​For more information please contact:
Lynn Miller
206-718-4369  
​thefirstteecwatwenatchee@gmail.com 

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​If you read this too late to get a child in this set of sessions, I'm sure they'll be doing more in the future.  

Ask to get put on their mailing list.

​Also, I believe they are accepting applications for volunteers.

Direct donations are always ​appreciated

What's better than supporting the development of children?  Oh, I know... supporting the development of children through golf!

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​Some of you may be suffering with an autoimmune disease and many of us know people who are. One ​of the SeniorWomenGolfers.com readers who is an avid golfer, Judi Rising, has requested that I pass along the following information about the local Autoimmune Network and the next upcoming meeting.  

​This group is focused on living with autoimmune disorders in the most productive and successful manner ​possible.  That end will be achieved by:
* Supporting and caring about each other
* Hearing each other's messages
* Listening to other voices with valuable information to share
* Committing to be positive, understanding and encouraging

​The next meeting is:

When: Saturday, ​August 10, 2019
Where: Central Washington Hospital (Confluence)
Lower Floor Rooms F/G

Time: 10:00 - 11:30

This Month's meeting topic will be: 

​Develop a Toxin-Free Home Environment
​
Abbie Warde came to Wenatchee from London, England 4 years ago. She has a fascinating background as a Police Detective. Her new cultural adventure began with her dentist husband and now includes two small children. 
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​She was determined to have her home be as toxin-free and safe as possible. With the help of H20 products she is achieving that goal and helping others to do the same. She will share ideas we can all put to use.

​Please come join us: share, contribute and learn 

Directions:
We meet in the lower floor of the hospital. Park by the upper main entrance and take the elevator down or park in the lower lot by physical therapy and enter on that level. RSVP as possible. See you soon.

Please ​RSVP as soon as possible:
​Judi Rising
risingstarj@nwi.net
509.679.0671 
​
​See you soon!  

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​For Sale:  SOLD
​
17963 Road 5 NW - Quincy, Washington 98848

1 bedroom, 1 bath park model home in the Colockum Ridge Adult Park on the Golf Course in Quincy. Lot #19. Pool and hot tub in park.

11 x 35 home on a 60 X 45 lot. You own the land. Nice setting on the golf course. Beautiful 20x12 deck. Plus storage or golf cart shed.

Excellent, quiet, location close to shopping and an easy commute to Wenatchee, Moses Lake, Ephrata, Soap Lake and access to I-90.  

​This is a wonderful ​full-time home or fun weekend getaway. ​ Come by and see for yourself just how much fun and convenient this home can be. ​  

​Call Vicky:
509-860-0634

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​Hey Ladies,
It's time to start thinking about signing up for the annual Chelan Harvest Invitational, hosted by:
 The Lake Chelan Golf Club's Ladies League.  

​All entrants must be 21 years of age
Must have an established USGA Handicap Index
Maximum Index is 40.5
Tournament play capped at 40 handicap
Indexes as of September 1, 2019 will be used for Handicaps
Field Limit 100  

​All entries must be received by September 5th
Any cancellation must be made ONLY through the Tournament Chairperson
Entry fees are NON-REFUNDABLE after September 5th

Entry Fee:

$80 - Includes Cart
$70 - With Own Cart

All carts shared - NO walkers!

​Contact the Tournament Chairperson to have an entry form e-mailed to you:
Toni Berry  *  509-670-5089  *  berrytoni@yahoo.com

​
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​Some of you may be suffering with an autoimmune disease and many of us know people who are. One ​of the SeniorWomenGolfers.com readers who is an avid golfer, Judi Rising, has requested that I pass along the following information about the local Autoimmune Network and the next upcoming meeting.  

​This group is focused on living with autoimmune disorders in the most productive and successful manner ​possible.  That end will be achieved by:
* Supporting and caring about each other
* Hearing each other's messages
* Listening to other voices with valuable information to share
* Committing to be positive, understanding and encouraging

​The next meeting is:

When: Saturday, July 13, 2019
Where: Central Washington Hospital (Confluence)
Lower Floor Rooms F/G

Time: 10:00 - 11:30

This Month's meeting topic will be: 

Essential Oils as a Natural Treatment

Brianna Peterson and Beverly Sandhop, both residents in the Wenatchee Valley, will share their combined 37 years of experience using naturally-based essential oils to treat health symptoms.  

This program is a continuation in our search for alternative approaches that either supplement or work to reduce the use of / need for chemically based medications. 

Directions:
We meet in the lower floor of the hospital. Park by the upper main entrance and take the elevator down or park in the lower lot by physical therapy and enter on that level. RSVP as possible. See you soon.

Please contact:
​Judi Rising
risingstarj@nwi.net
509.679.0671

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Gamble Sands takes the importance of
course knowledge to a whole 'nother level.

​I've played a lot of different golf courses and written quite a few articles about my experiences ​ over the years but I don't even know where to start with explaining my ​round at Gamble Sands.  This is the most fun and unique course I have EVER played and​ it was fun to share the day with my friends Vicky, Sandy and Nancy.

​We were nervous about the weather for several days before this much anticipated opportunity to play Gamble Sands. Thunderstorms have been in the forecast for several days and we all took extra clothing in preparation. We kept watching the sky but as it turned out, other than a bit of wind on the last few holes, the weather was great for us. ​We're not so sure the people with later tee times were so fortunate.  ​

​​Gamble Sands is NOT a course you should play for the first time without someone who has played there before.  There are a couple of reasons for this.  

First of all, we've all played courses that required local knowledge to know how to play ​the holes. Gamble Sands takes the importance of course knowledge to a whole 'nother level. ​Every fairway and green has tricks up their sleeves,  from tee to green.  

Secondly, in their effort to keep the course natural and rustic, signage is very limited. Getting from hole to hole can be a bit tricky in places because they don't have obvious cart paths to follow.  

​One of my favorite things about Gamble Sands is there are multiple tee boxes which accommodate all skill levels.  Every senior woman golfer I have spoken to that has played here loved it!

I highly recommend putting this course on your bucket list.  You'll go home​ wondering when you can play it again.
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​Our friend Margo Riggan arranged some special group pricing for a ​bunch of the ladies from Wenatchee Golf & Country Club.  Thanks, Margo!  

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​Late Notice Opportunity

​First come first served:
We have 2 Free passes to the Senior LPGA Suquamish Clearwater Legends Cup being held ​ June 7 - 8... yes just a few days away!  

​Here is a link to more information for the event being held at the White Horse Golf Club in Kingston, WA.

​If you're interested in these passes, please contact Carol Williams at TopTeamCarol@gmail.com or call 509-670-7840.

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Pictured above:
Low Gross of the Field winner: Pat Terry, left
Low Net of the Field winner: Kathleen Byers, right

This years Wenatchee Golf & Country Club Ladies Club Spring Fling filled quickly and was a full field of players. The chairperson of this years event was Judy Johnson and she had a lot of amazing volunteers ​to make this a memorable event for all of the participants.  

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