golf reflection - Playing Through

A blonde female golfer chips from the rough toward a sloped green while an older woman in a blue top gestures supportively from the putting surface, pointing out the break in the green.

My Messiest Round of Golf — and Why I’m Glad I Played It

May 29, 2025May 30, 2025

My first league round with the University of Michigan Women’s Golf Club was a disaster on the scorecard—but filled with lessons, support, and small wins.

A female golfer stands at a fork in the path on a golf course, deciding between Hole 10 and the clubhouse. She wears a light gray polo, sage green pants, and white shoes, with a golf club in hand. A wooden signpost points left to “Hole 10” and right to “Clubhouse.” A red flag is visible in the distance.

Beyond the Scorecard

Eighteen Holes at Verona Hills – A Mental Game Milestone

May 25, 2025May 30, 2025

Bunker battles, mental resets, and a hybrid that finally earned its stripes—Verona Hills was more than just a round. It was a turning point.

Split illustration showing a blonde woman golfer journaling her golf notes on the left side, and practicing a full swing on the driving range on the right side. She wears a white polo and navy skirt in both scenes, symbolizing reflection and execution.

Off Course Notes

Chasing Progress, Not Perfection: Why I Started This Blog about Improving My Golf Game

May 11, 2025May 27, 2025

I started this golf blog to track my return to the game, cut through the noise, and share the real ups, downs, and practice strategies behind steady improvement.