[Burner]

The following is taken from Maximum Golf by John Schlee

A score is. It is posted, then it dies, no matter the number. Here are the rules of the score:

(1) Always have a procedure to a specific target.

(2) Play each shot, one shot at a time, to the best of your ability at that moment;

(3) When the shot does not please you, forgive and forget, then play the next shot to the best of your ability, at that moment;

(4) Continue this procedure until all 18 holes are played;

(5) Post the score;

(6) After the round, applaud your best efforts; then analyze your mistakes; correct them in your mind; and the round is finished;

(7) Compare yourself to no one else--only the golfer you know you can be.

(8 Repeat the procedure and post a new score, letting yourself get closer to the edge of your ability.

If only.

Sigh.