Tuesday, November 15, 2011

The Pocket Caddy makes a great stocking stuffer

Steve's latest book, "The Pocket Caddy" makes the perfect stocking stuffer for the golfer on your list this Christmas. This handy quick reference manual discusses twenty of the most common faults and shot problems of the weekend player.
Steve begins each topic with a simple and clear explanation of the cause of the fault. He then explains how to correct it accompanied by detailed pen and ink illustrations and diagrams. "The Pocket Caddy" guides players through common faults and shot problems right on the course or practice tee, and will be a welcome addition to their golf bag.
To order copies of "The Pocket Caddy" call Steve at Golf Rx at (615) 288-4539 or email him at stevejkirkpatrick@comcast.net. Steve's first two books, "The Dimpled Sphere" and "Why Bad Swings happen to Good People" are also available at the store or online at Amazon. com.
Golf Rx offers gift certificates as well for instruction, equipment and club repair services and can purchased at the store.

Monday, November 7, 2011

The New American Christmas Tradition

As the holidays approach, the Asian factories are busy providing Americans with monstrous piles of cheaply produced goods -- merchandise that has been produced at the expense of American labor.
Wouldn't it be nice if this year we all gave a gift produced by American hands? "But what's American made?" you say.
Well, everyone gets their hair cut. How about gift certificates from your local American hair salon or barber?
Gym membership? It's appropriate for all ages who are thinking about some health improvement.
Who wouldn't appreciate getting their car detailed? Small, American owned detail shops and car washes would love to sell you a gift certificate or a book of gift certificates.
Perhaps that grateful gift receiver would like his driveway sealed, or lawn mowed for the summer, or golf lessons from a local PGA Professional.
There are tons of owner-run restaurants -- all offering gift certificates.
Remember, folks this isn't about big National chains -- this is about supporting your home town Americans with their financial lives on the line to keep their doors open.
How many people couldn't use an oil change for their car, truck or motorcycle, done at a shop run by the American working guy?
Thinking about a heartfelt gift for mom? Mom would LOVE the services of a local cleaning lady for a day.
My computer could use a tune-up, and I KNOW I can find some young guy who is struggling to get his repair business up and running.
Musicians need love too, so find a venue showcasing local bands.
Honestly, people, do you REALLY need to buy another ten thousand Chinese lights for the house? When you buy a five dollar string of light, about fifty cents stays in the community. If you have those kinds of bucks to burn, leave the mailman, trash guy or babysitter a nice BIG tip.
You see, Christmas is no longer about draining American pockets so that China can build another glittering city. Christmas is now about caring about US, encouraging American small businesses to keep plugging away to follow their dreams. And, when we care about other Americans, we care about our communities, and the benefits come back to us in ways we couldn't imagine. THIS is the new American Christmas tradition.