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Friday Flags: A Golf Trip with a Bonus

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Friday Flags: A Golf Trip with a Bonus

Our Wednesday morning senior golf league is rather large and to keep enthusiasm going, they schedule a once a month away day to play on a different course. The course, this week was in Simsbury CT on a course that offers many challenges.

After parking, I went towards the clubhouse, and there was a sight that just needed further appreciation.

While I was happy to see a fully extended flag, I also had reservations as to what the wind would do to the golf ball.  Where I had issues was on judging the speed of the greens, as more than a few putts came up short.

The first tee also had a bonus, possibly in recognition o the Flag Day event the previous day.

All the flower beds were immaculate and also adorned with flags so at the very least the smiles were there in spite of the score.

 

Friday Flags: A Golf Trip with a Bonus

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Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

Good morning, Ed... you can almost "feel" the wind blowing in your pictures. I had a sorority sister who came from Simsbury, but can't say I was ever there myself.

Jun 19, 2026 05:08 AM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

Good morning! Thank you for the flag photos, sounds like it was a fun day.

Jun 19, 2026 05:12 AM
Gwen Fowler SC Lakes & Mountains 864-710-4518
Gwen Fowler Real Estate, Inc - Walhalla, SC
Gwen Fowler Real Estate, Inc.

What a beautiful sight, Ed! There is nothing quite like seeing the flag fully extended in the breeze, even if that same wind throws a bit of a wrench into judging the greens and ball placement. It sounds like a fantastic course and a wonderful day out with the league, especially with the bonus flags in the immaculate flower beds to keep everyone smiling. Thanks for sharing the great photos!

Jun 19, 2026 05:15 AM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Oswego, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Ed. The "flag gods" have convinced the "wind gods" to cooperate so the "flag ambassador" and continue his popular series here in the Rain. The "wind gods" need some further instruction when it comes to your golf game but you can't have it all. Enjoy your golf. 

Jun 19, 2026 05:46 AM
Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400
Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - crrli.com. We are Lic. Assoc. Broker/Lic. RE Salesperson - Plainview, NY
We List/Sell Long Island Real Estate Successfully!

Ed, Great photos as usual, and yes, the wind can certainly change every judgement call.

Jun 19, 2026 06:25 AM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

Well, at least there were plenty of flags there to keep a smile on your face, even though you didn't score as well as you had hoped, haha.

Jun 19, 2026 06:55 AM
Joan Cox, Retired Broker/Owner
Denver, CO
Enjoying Every Day to Its Fullest!

Ed, you definitely got a couple of bonus flags, and probably due to Flag Day.  How was your game?

Jun 19, 2026 08:55 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Good Friday afternoon, Ed. We have a beautiful day in Maryland and the flags are flying in our home community.

Jun 19, 2026 10:47 AM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Ed besides the challenges the Simsbury golf course presented, there is no quick way to get to Simsbury.

Jun 19, 2026 03:13 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Retired Home Stager/Redesign

HI Ed- I'd say that made for a perfect day of golf. Are you watching the US Open???

Jun 19, 2026 05:37 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
Southern Utah's Preferred Real Estate Agent.

Very nice, Ed. I could support Flag Day every day. Hope the drives were straight and your putts true!

Jun 19, 2026 05:38 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!

Came back to see how the game went, Ed!

Jun 23, 2026 06:03 PM
Carol Williams
Although I'm retired, I enjoy sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Author, Golfer, Traveler, Retired, Wenatchee, WA

Hi Ed,
I love that they had flags at the first tee box! 
Have a great weekend!

Jun 20, 2026 06:45 AM
Leanne Smith
Dirt Road Real Estate - Golden Valley, AZ
The Grit and Gratitude Agent

Good morning to you and Happy Father's Day.  Always enjoy your postings of our Grand Old Flag.

Jun 21, 2026 07:16 AM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten
Retired Broker/Owner - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Flags on the first tee box!  Wouldn't it be cool to have them on all the tee boxes!  Nice shot of the main flag Ed!

Jun 21, 2026 01:12 PM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Hi Ed:

Well, the wind gods were in your favor for the photos but sounds like they worked against your golf game. Hope you have a great time despite not doing as well as you would have liked.

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!

Jeff

Jun 21, 2026 02:58 PM
Steffy Hristova
HomeSmart Elite Group Tempe AZ Tel: 602.710.8161 - Tempe, AZ
Tempe AZ Realtor - Your Home Close to Your Work!

Ed, lovely flag pictures! You have an eye for the flag and capturing it with the wind in it! 

Jun 21, 2026 03:38 PM
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