Taking the Plunge

Well, I've finally gone and done it. I've been waiting and waiting, and with today's announcement of new Intel-based Mac Minis, I have taken the plunge and placed my order. I look forward to my first real foray into the world of Apple and, more specifically, Macs. I have to admit that I've been an Apple fanboy for a while now, which might seem odd to some, seeing as how I just admitted that this new purchase will be my first Mac. But with all I have read and heard over the last couple of years, and with my love of all things iPod, I just like the company and have wanted to experience Macs for a while, in all their glory.

I kicked around the idea of a MacBook Pro for a while, but finally decided that with my plan to use it as a part-time computer, coupled with my bank account cringing at the thought of shelling out $2,000+ for a laptop, I decided the Mini would be the best choice for me... at least for now. So anyway, hopefully I will be posting my review of my new toy sometime in the next couple of weeks.

X-Outs

There's an interesting FAQ over at About.com Golf on X-Out golf balls. I have used X-Outs on many occasions, mostly as a practice ball, but sometimes in a friendly competition with my friends. Most of the time X-Outs only have cosmetic defects which truthfully, I usually can't find anyway. I think they are a great way to get the performance of a higher priced ball at a discount price.

Holmes Wins FBR

As a Kentuckian, it was great to see J.B. Holmes win the FBR Open this week. I have to admit that I haven't been following his career as much as I should. My boss and I almost went to the Southern Farm Bureau last year just to see J.B. play, but it's a pretty long trip and we ended up not being able to make it. At the time, I barely knew who he was, if at all. I just hope that he will be able to deal with his new success and recognition and take it all in stride. I wouldn't be surprised if his phone is ringing off the hook today with supposed swing gurus calling to tell him they can "fix" his swing. Just because he can stripe it down the middle 350 yards doesn't mean anything, because you know, his swing doesn't look like Adam Scott's.

Vijay, My Idol

The more I learn about and observe Vijay Singh, the more I like the guy. As a matter of fact, I think he's the person I'm going to try to pattern my golf after this season. A lot has been made of his incredible work ethic, but I have really been noticing it the past couple of weeks. I mean, he's in his 40's and looks and swings like he's in his 30's. He's not the prototype for the "popular" player on tour, but I think he should be the prototype for anyone out there who wants to improve their game. I just wish he could putt.