Lessons from a father to his son

Happy father’s day to all dads. The influence you have over us lasts a lifetime. The older I get the more I appreciate my dad. Recently, I submitted the following essay to the Golf Channel’s Father’s Day contest. It did not win, but reminded me how many lessons I learned from my dad while we spent hours at the golf course.  I have included the short essay below and would love to hear about  lessons you remember learning from you dad on the course or off.

My father, Craig, taught me many of life’s lessons during our rounds on the links. Two of these foundational principles which have forged my character are integrity and going the extra mile. He taught me that, unlike other sports, golf requires a higher standard of its players. He modeled this with etiquette and honesty. Going the extra mile, he proclaimed, will distinguish you from the masses. Picking up extra range baskets, hitting one more putt, and self discipline were all habits he imparted. The thought process my father ingrained has been a compass for my life.

Dads, I honor you today and appreciate you always.

Photo credit: Rowen Atkinson