General
Not necessarily related to a particular state or location, but valuable information nevertheless.
Tough ones: Sunningdale Old Course, #12
The bunker that guards the right side of the 12th fairway at Sunningdale is bogey territory...or worse. From time to time, I will share photos, diagrams and observations here about holes that are rated...
Beware the so-called "experts"...and headline writers
In a market in which some developers are going under, it is best to buy in an established community with a stable history. The Landings at Skidaway Island, near Savannah, is one of many southern...
Mayor's son sues Duke over golf team dismissal
Hours after I posted the article below on junior golf, lo and behold one of my faithful readers alerted me to a breaking story out of that cauldron of intercollegiate lawsuits, Duke University. The...
Senior moments on the junior circuit
I got a kick listening last night to my 18-year old son Tim and 16-year old Nicole Agnello of Florida discussing their days on the junior golf circuit. Tim had caddied for Nicole the last few days...
If you want to play better golf, be your caddy
The child is father of the man. - William Wordsworth If I had the stamina to carry a golf bag for 18 holes on a 90-degree day, I would sign up to volunteer to caddy for one of the competitors at...
The Donald adds a note to his opus
All the public hearings have been conducted in Aberdeen, on the eastern coast of Scotland where Donald Trump is hoping to build his $1 billion resort, including homes, and where the plans are...
More small talk...from one of our readers
Our good friend and longtime reader, Brent Heppner, sent the following to me regarding the article yesterday on the trends toward downsizing and green living: "Great article, Larry. Much like [your...
Small talk: Living simply improves the planet, and maybe your golf game
At Colonial Heritage in Williamsburg, VA, the houses are nice and small, but perhaps a little too close for some. A few years ago, my wife Connie found in a small shop a wooden board with the words...
Adult education: Greens on Jones' remote New York course not for the untutored
The approach to the par 4 10th hole at Colgate requires a deft touch when the pin is up front. Land beyond the pin and the dowhnill putt is slick. Unless your child is attending the excellent...
A good flight story
It is almost no fun anymore to beat up on the airlines. Almost. Despite all the bad publicity and continuing dismal financial reports, airline bashers are running out of negative material. And when...
Different strokes: Tales of three couples show what dreams are made of
The Arthur Hills designed Palmetto course at The Landings is one of six in the community, the most challenging and, some believe, with the best views. In the last few months, three of your fellow...
Is it time? If so, some tips for selling your house now
Yesterday's Wall Street Journal special section "Your Money Matters" included an excellent article for those who want to sell their homes soon, or are having troubleIn May, prices of single-family homes...