The Vegas Voice 3-21

A Friendship Story
By: Mike Landry / Golf Fore Ever
In my January column I mentioned that I
was not a fan of wearing a mask on the golf
course and would rather quit the game if forced
to wear one.
I heard from a few people who advised how horrible it was of me to
write this piece and why my article was allowed to be printed (can you
say cancel culture?). I happen to be a Marine who loves and fought for
this country.
When my liberties are threatened, it’s normal for me to say something
and not cower. Nuff said!
MIke & Asia
Now on to my friendship story. I have a good golf buddy of 30 years
named Robert. My buddy developed a special relationship with a golfer
from Indiana. His name also happens to be Bob and they met on a Las
Vegas golf course more than 35 years ago.
They got along so well that after that first round, they had a burger
and drinks and exchanged information. It turns out that Bob from
Indiana loved Las Vegas so much that each year he would travel with
his wife in their RV and spend a week playing different golf courses here
and always included my friend Robert.
When Bob was in town, my friend Robert invited me to play with
them a couple of times during the week. Bob always insisted on paying
for everyone’s golf and was extremely generous and insisted on picking
up the tab for food and beverages.
Here’s the kicker. Bob insisted on making certain bets and although
he was an average player, with his math skills, mulligans and improved
lies, he managed to win most bets.
Bob a successful machine shop owner was also president of Madison’s
Hydroplane Club and his boat raced in Las Vegas, Dubai and in San
Diego. Guess what happened when they competed in town or San
Diego? Robert and I got front row seats to watch the races with Bob.
Bob is now 90 years old and quit traveling to Las Vegas. Over the years
Robert would travel to Indiana to play golf with Bob.
These two have an amazing friendship. The golf course is a great
place to meet great people and develop lasting friendships.
Until then, hit “em” straight!
Mike Landry resides in Sun City MacDonald Ranch and is a
member of Winterwood Men’s Golf Association.. He can be reached
at: airmikel1@cox.net
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