A.J. Eathorne

New week

May 6th, 2008

Hello again!

Yes I am sure you all know that I did end up getting in to the event last week in Tulsa.  It was quite a story really…I pulled out of the qualifier for health reasons.  Then I hung around for a couple more days, working with the trainors and visiting with my friends.  On Wednesday morning, someone called me and said to get out to the course, as I was first alternate and probably going to get in!  Well, I hustled and got ready to go although that meant that I was going to miss hanging out with my friend and her kids, Kenzie and Jack.  I hope they understood!:)  It was worth it though as I managed to get the news that I was in the tournament at about 12:30 and had time to practice a bit on the range as well as arrange for a local caddie.

I really did play well, even in the conditions.  The wind was up in the mid 20s most of the day with gusts in the 40s.  It reminded me of my days in college with the wicked winds of New Mexico!!  I was happy with my short game, and my putting most of all.  It was a tough feat to stay still while getting tossed around by the wind!  My long game was still a little weak, as I really have not been able to practice near enough due to the tightness in my lower back.  But as I have said, it is still coming along!

I am continuing to rest and strengthen my back as well as work on my game.  I will be practicing this week in Las Vegas and back in Phoenix and then head over to the East Coast the following week.  Unfortunately, I will not be playing in this weeks Michelob Ultra tournament or the Sybase tournament.  I have decided to really gear up for the Corning Classic and make sure my game and my body are fully ready:)

Until then, please keep in touch with me.  For those of you requesting pictures, I will do my best to get them to you, but being on the road I have a lot less with me and it might be a while before I get more copies made. I do hope that you understand!  Thank you all for writing and keeping my spirits up!  I look forward to seeing a lot of you this summer and in the coming weeks!

Keep it simple and enjoy the great joys of life!  Sunshine, friendships, family, and laughing!! (ok–and birdies!!)

Love, AJ

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