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Michigan Slice

Michigan Slice

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I'd like to be back.
I think I am ready.

(long winded here so be warned)

This post is actually a couple months in the making, and one that I owe to a lot of people.

I have been on THP for a long time, and THP has provided me with a lot of VERY special opportunities.
I have been to a lot of Invitationals, I've been to a lot of gatherings, I'm a Grandaddy Alum, and I went to Staff Proto.
I have met some amazing people because of this site, and made some amazing friends.
I have let some down.
I regret this.

My review if the C300 irons was late, it wasn't as good as it should have been, and I apologize.

Like I said, I attended the Staff Proto event in Las Vegas last year.
LOVED the event, the people in the event, heck even some of the "fancy food" JB provided for us.

I made this event a little family vacation for my wife and I and decided to bring my oldest son and his fiancé along for their first trip to Vegas.

All was going well, actually better than that, it was incredible!
I got to play golf, gamble, and hang out with THP'ers and the awesome people of Wilson!
The Family got to go sight seeing, and take in the town until I could catch back up with them in the evening.
The event concluded and we were spending our last night in Las Vegas.
We attended an exhibition hockey game at T Mobile arena, grabbed dinner at New York casino, and enjoying hanging out.

Around 10 PM local time, my life changed.
Chaos and fear ensued.
This is the night of the mass shooting in Las Vegas.
We were at the far end of the bleachers outside of the event kind of peering through a screen of a Jason Aldean concert when the gunfire started.
At first I thought it was echoing of helicopter blades on the surrounding buildings, then I heard the bullets hit the bleachers...
It sounded like someone was throwing nickels at the metal.
There was a young man standing a few feet from my son received a glancing blow and was bleeding.

Once we realized what was going on, it was time to get the eff out of there, we parked at the Luxor check in parking line, and walked across the street to check out the concert.
We got to the car and was ushered inside the Luxor.
We seen numerous bloodied people, I had to tell a police officer that some girl was shot in the back of her leg and didn't think she realized it while she was scurrying through the lobby...
We were grouped in large groups, not knowing what exactly was happening, or the scope of what was going on.

In my mind this was an ISIS attack and there were groups with automatic rifles mowing down crowds...

We were ok, but didn't know who else from the event could be at the concert, or in the area....
10:37 I made a post saying "Active Shooter Las Vegas we are stuck at the Luxor. Be safe people...."

Finally we got out of the Luxor, and headed home.

Guilt.
Horror.
and Some self loathing set in from putting my family through this...

Therapy Sessions.
Hard therapy sessions.

Unfairly somehow I loathed THP...
1000% unfair to tie this horrible experience together with THP who provided me with so much


I didn't care about my reviews (caught a lot of grief over it and rightfully so), my job, or much else in life.
The guilt I felt by putting my family through this was heavy.


That was then.

I was better, my family is better, but it seemed THP and the bug might have passed by.


Then, I got to watch my buddy Shane go through this years Staff proto, and This years Grandaddy team be amazing and with all they did.

The bug is back.
I have been trying to be more engaged, It might be hard at times.

It might be sporadic.

But I am back.


Sorry for ambling on... and I didn't proof read this, so hopefully it makes some sense....

Thanks THP, Thank you everyone!

CJ
 
that's a heavy post, cj. but your heart is in it, and i thank you for that. it was great to meet you and tee it up in orlando. it's great to have you back and engaged!
 
Glad that you are back, CJ! Hate to hear of your struggles, but I am glad that things are getting back on track for you.
 
Lots of emotions, hope you are healed and can continue to move forward.
 
Damn CJ I didn't realize that. So sorry to hear, so sorry for that entire catastrophe and all of the innocent lives lost. I've spoke about that many times, it never goes away and it all came rushing back when reading your post. I didn't know you were there and that close to harm. I just know I didn't see you post much but that happens around here a lot so you kind of start to become numb to it a bit and I guess just not really notice it. I know that THP is better when you're around here a lot and going to events. I am damn glad you're back bro.
 
Welcome back Charles (Staff Proto joke)!

I can't imagine going through what you and your family did at the concert. Living in Las Vegas, I've read and heard lots of similar horror stories from that event. I don't think anyone will judge you for your reaction and feeling the way you did about your family.

Glad to have you back. THP isn't the same without you!
 
CJ, I wouldn't have known this when we teed it up on the last day in Orlando. It's hard to believe that all this was laying heavy on your mind. I get it though, even surviving something like this must be traumatic. All those people who's lives and their family's lives changed in an instant. I'm glad you are recovering from this. Would love to tee it up with you anytime.
 
Bro you know THP is a lot of things and most importantly it’s understanding. Life gets in the way and at the end of the day you did want you thought was right for yourself and your healing.

There’s no manual to go through what you went through and how to heal from it. THP is always here and to be consumed as you see fit. I commend you for being transparent and I will have you and your family in my daily prayers.

I’m a pm away if you need to chat.
 
CJ,

First off, REALLY glad you and yours were ok through that horrible ordeal.

Glad to see you back. it’s fully understandable why you stepped aside.

Breathe in breathe out (try to) move on, one step at a time. You’re among friends here.
 
Deep deep respect for you CJ for writing this post. You Sir are a great person, even more now. I will never forget your friendly, witty soul. So kind and generous.
What happened to you and your family is unthinkable, I can't even imagine.
Sending you lots of love and strength from Europe. One day we will tee it up again, together.
Hang in there mate and know that you have all of our support!

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Thanks for sharing. Survivors Guilt is a very heavy burden and must be addressed (sounds like you have gone down the right road). Many in the military or first responders get overwhelmed with these thoughts and go down the rabbit hole. Stay strong, that was a very traumatic event.
 
Missed you a lot my dude, really glad you're back. Big hug to you, as I've said before, and I still stand by it, I need more CJ in my life.
 
So happy your back buddy. One thing I learned since being here is that THP will always be here for you. I'm so sorry you and your family went through such a horrific situation and I'm glad you guys are doing better. Welcome back!!!


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You were one of the first THPers i teed it up with and have been fortunate to play quite a few rounds together now. Happy you're in a better place brother. Hope to see you again soon!!
 
CJ, I’m sorry to hear you went through that. Awful in so many many ways. I remember hearing about the event and reading the posts, and I remember thinking how terrible it would be. I can not imagine.

I’m glad things are moving forward for you and I hope you continue to enjoy your time here, however feels right for you.
 
Didn't know any of that buddy. Glad things are better. I can't even try and imagine and amazing that you were that close to the action. Scary. Site isn't the same without you around, that's for sure! I'd say PM me but if you did I'd probably take what you said wrong. :D
 
Welcome back buddy, hopefully we can get some more golf in together in 2019!!!
 
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That’s some heavy stuff to go through. Glad you are starting to heal and nice to have you back around. You’re a good addition to this community.
 
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Haven’t seen you since Vegas but it was a great experience to meet you and compete together. Very glad you and your family are OK! Look forward to seeing you at the next event!
 
CJ, Dude welcome back And all I care about is you and your family. Life is way to short and Precious.
It's great to have you back.
 
Glad your "feeling" it again. Can't wait to tee it up with you again. I miss you my friend.
 
CJ it was great to meet you in Florida. I had no idea you were going through this inner turmoil but I'm so glad you've gone through the right avenues and have come out the other side.
 
Deep, brave post, Michigan Slice. Welcome back, and I hope I get to meet you someday.
 
Slice, glad you're back. Life can be a harrowing experience at times and you endured one of the most frantic moments you ever will. A review can be rewritten, a hobby can be picked back up. But it's really hard to put a life back together. We're all glad you're back and as a fellow resident of the Mitten, I hope we can catch up this year for a round. Welcome back, and massive props for the strength it took to post that.

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I remember that post in the Staff Proto thread (I think it was in there)

what an extraordinary coincidence that was
 
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