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From the lens Legally Blind Golfer.

  • lisadh Apr 11, 2012 @ 2:49 am | delete
    I can see quite well, but I can barely even hit a golf ball! Whitey is an inspiration to us all. :-)
  • stargazer00 Apr 10, 2012 @ 6:55 pm | delete
    Whitey is truly an inspiration and example of a life well lived, despite having obstacles to overcome. I can see why he is your hero!
  • awelldressedbullet Apr 10, 2012 @ 6:25 pm | delete
    It's been awhile since I last visited, and wanted to drop by with some Angel Blessings!
  • Sylvestermouse Apr 10, 2012 @ 2:39 pm | delete
    Awesome! What an inspiration!
  • aishu19 Apr 10, 2012 @ 2:08 pm | delete
    This is a truly inspiring story. Goes to show that you can do anything you want - no matter what. I never thought anyone can play golf while being legally blind
  • Bob Brownlee Apr 10, 2012 @ 12:14 pm | delete
    Enjoyed so much reading this again. Tell Whitey I said hello and to keep hitting them straight. Thanks again Joan!
  • Ruthi Apr 10, 2012 @ 11:58 am | delete
    What an awesome tribute to your husband, Joan, and to your positive self as well. We can all only hope that we would handle being declared legally blind with the same positive attitude as Whitey. Blessings and a bit o' sunshine for you both.
  • Upon-Request Apr 10, 2012 @ 11:36 am | delete
    My grandfather was also an avid golfer and legally blind. He used neon bright golf balls and recruited any of the grandkids that were available to drive the cart and be his spotter. Your lens made me smile through tears- I miss him :)
  • golfspice Feb 11, 2012 @ 5:22 am | delete
    After reading your well written lens, perhaps I can still improve my golf. It also shows the value and enjoyment sport can bring to our lives.
  • desa999 Feb 5, 2012 @ 1:45 am | delete
    What an amazing and inspiring lens, well done.
  • GayleMcLaughlin Feb 3, 2012 @ 1:30 pm | delete
    What a wonderful, inspiring tribute to your husband! This article is an inspiration to everyone! We can do anything when we have the right attitude!
  • Susan52 Feb 2, 2012 @ 1:05 pm | delete
    Punxsutawney Phil sends blessings for six weeks of (winter) great golf weather!
  • cffutah Feb 1, 2012 @ 8:30 pm | delete
    well done on your article, enjoyed how you wrote it and the content of it ... *blessed*
  • vbright105 Jan 30, 2012 @ 8:29 am | delete
    Re-read and blessed. :)
  • jimmyworldstar Jan 28, 2012 @ 7:12 pm | delete
    If he's legally blind how does he play? I assume he's not completely blind because where would he know to aim!
  • WriterJanis Jan 27, 2012 @ 10:30 pm | delete
    Such an inspiring lens! Whitely is really amazing. Blessed!
  • Joie Jan 27, 2012 @ 2:27 am | delete
    Yes. Whitey's story is an inspiration. Thanks for sharing it with us. Congratulations on making the front page!
  • Edutopia Jan 26, 2012 @ 3:38 am | delete
    An inspiring story if ever there was one! Great job on the lens, too!
  • NickTheCarGuy Jan 25, 2012 @ 8:50 am | delete
    This is a great story!
  • getmoreinfo Jan 24, 2012 @ 11:45 pm | delete
    This is very inspirational to me and I like how he uses his "muscle memory" it really shows how we can use more of our other senses other than sight to achieve what we want to accomplish. Thanks for sharing.
  • davespeed Jan 19, 2012 @ 10:18 pm | delete
    Joan, thanks for sharing Whitey's remarkable story. 11 holes-in-one is quite an achievement and for several of them to have been made after Whitey lost his vision is really something else! And It is so cool that he's been to the last 55 Masters. All the best to you and Whitey.
  • JohnWarley Jan 19, 2012 @ 4:07 am | delete
    Joan: Had no idea but learned a ton from this. Truly remarkable, and by making Whitey the subject of a Lens you have shared special talents of a clearly special man. I admire any sighted person that can hit a four iron, but legally blind? Wow.
  • batsinthebelfry Jan 16, 2012 @ 6:09 pm | delete
    Joan, what a special man and a special life. I'm jealous, a minor leaguer and 55 years at the masters. Life doesn't get any better than that
  • Spook Dec 23, 2011 @ 9:50 am | delete
    Just popping by again to wish you all a Merry Christmas.
  • OhMe Nov 1, 2011 @ 6:25 am | delete
    Hope ya'll had a wonderful Anniversary! Any pranks this year or is that just birthdays?
  • vallain Oct 31, 2011 @ 10:05 pm | delete
    I marvel at anyone doing this. Golf is a tough game even when you can see. Our neighbor has a similar problem but continues to play golf and bowl. Inspiring.
    Blessed by a squid angel.
  • LizMac60 Oct 31, 2011 @ 8:19 pm | delete
    Inspiring lens. We have a sport called Indoor Shortmat bowls. It attracts legally blind players too. Blessed.
  • Spook Oct 31, 2011 @ 8:44 am | delete
    Just dropping by to wish you and Whitey a Happy 46th. wedding anniversary and to say congratulations to two very special people.
  • Joan4 Oct 31, 2011 @ 8:47 am | delete
    Thank you, Spook! You are always so very thoughtful! We appreciate your support indeed!
  • sousababy Aug 18, 2011 @ 6:54 am | delete
    Great lens, glad to see it has a purple star. I know many folks who are legally blind.
  • wheelbound Apr 29, 2011 @ 12:20 pm | delete
    Lensrolled, Thank you as well. :) Wonderful post.
  • charlino Nov 13, 2010 @ 10:24 am | delete
    I have a great appreciation for those who see with all their senses, especially with their heart and soul. May God continue to bless you and yours.
  • kimmanleyort Nov 11, 2010 @ 3:45 pm | delete
    Joan, I am blessing lenses on inspiration people today and this wonderful lens about Whitey sure qualifies. Consider it blessed.
  • Maryam Oct 1, 2010 @ 2:18 pm | delete
    cool!
  • DecoratingforEvents Sep 30, 2010 @ 9:14 am | delete
    Love this lens! Gonna show it to my husband (PGA Golfer) and son (PGA apprentice). My uncle was born legally blind and never could play the game but he loves to ride in the cart and knows every golf joke in the book!
  • Joan4 Sep 2, 2010 @ 7:13 am | delete
    Thank you, Spook, for the angel blessing!
  • Spook Sep 2, 2010 @ 7:06 am | delete
    This lens is special to me also. I'm blessing it.
  • Spook Aug 14, 2010 @ 4:33 am | delete
    Thought Whitey might appreciate this? Yesterday at work, the lads and I suddenly noticed a blind woman haring down the road with her white stick. She stopped by us for a long time. Eventually one of the lads asked her if he could help. She wanted to cross the road (normally quiet here), but the sound of the strimmer made it like it was too busy to cross with cars whizzing by. Stop the strimmer was commanded and she quite happily crossed. Unfortunately the lad strimming had left the five litre plastic container with the petrol mix on the road. She bumped into this with her stick, stopped, bent down and in one fluid motion tossed it into the hedge and carried on. It took us about two hours to find it, but we were laughing.
  • Joan4 Aug 14, 2010 @ 6:38 am | delete
    Precious story, Spook! Thank you for sharing. I just read to Whitey and we both loved th story!
  • Spook Aug 14, 2010 @ 11:03 am | delete
    Grand, I thought it might appeal to his wonderful sense of humour.
  • mrbaran2k Aug 10, 2010 @ 10:06 pm | delete
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  • AmberLBarnes Jul 24, 2010 @ 7:30 am | delete
    Great lens Joan! ~ I enjoyed reading it.
  • Joan4 Jun 27, 2010 @ 10:27 pm | delete
    Thank you, Spook! Indeed it was his 11th hole in one for his lifetime, and 4th, I think since he lost his vision! I will relay your congratulations to him!
  • Spook May 21, 2010 @ 3:49 am | delete
    I heard it on the grapevine, Whitey gets another hole in one. Just coming to say heartiest congratulations and tell him from me he must be real jammy (winks)
  • mukunda22 May 20, 2010 @ 8:05 pm | delete
    Yippee to a Hole In One!! It is amazing what the intuition is to people who are disables!
  • OhMe May 20, 2010 @ 4:52 pm | delete
    Yippee! Congratulations to Whitey. Tell him that I have been shouting his good news about his 11th Hole In One all over Pendleton!
  • prosperity66 Apr 1, 2010 @ 4:52 pm | delete
    This is not a joke... Blind golfer just got blessed by a SquidAngel as any superman deserves special treatment :)
    And a very happy birthday by the way!
  • Joan4 Apr 1, 2010 @ 4:57 pm | delete
    Wow! Thank you! We both appreciate that angel blessing for this lens especially!
  • Boomer27 Apr 1, 2010 @ 11:19 am | delete
    Thank you so much for your lenses. You and your husband are inspirations for us all. I enjoyed all of them. Happy Birthday!
  • LeanneChesser Apr 1, 2010 @ 7:49 am | delete
    Joan, this is another example of such a wonderful positive attitude. The fact that your husband is legally blind and plays golf (and so much more) is an inspiration. Blessed by an angel (and happy birthday, again, too).
  • Joan4 Apr 1, 2010 @ 4:57 pm | delete
    wow! thank you, Leanne!
  • Spook Apr 1, 2010 @ 3:50 am | delete
    Happy Birthday Joan and I hope your husband didn't catch you with all his April fool tricks today?
  • garyr_h Mar 9, 2010 @ 12:52 am | delete
    Wow. I'm sorry to hear that he is now legally blind, but he sounds like he still leads a wonderful life. A former professional golfer, a loving wife, and a beautiful and spoiled dog.
  • dezwards Feb 27, 2010 @ 2:23 pm | delete
    What a totally remarkable and absorbing lens! Huge respect from a fellow golfer for what has been achieved. And I've never even had ONE hole-in-one! A real inspiration, thank you.
  • skiesgreen Feb 17, 2010 @ 12:55 am | delete
    What a wonderful get up and go story. You have good reason to be proud of this lovely man. He is an inspiration to everyone. Top marks and fave

    Norma
  • aj2008 Jan 22, 2010 @ 9:54 am | delete
    This is such an inspirational lens Joan and so deserving of its purple star!
  • Spook Jan 22, 2010 @ 8:35 am | delete
    Back again, just to say you are both inspirations.
  • KateW39 Jan 21, 2010 @ 11:27 pm | delete
    What an inspiring and heartwarming story! Best of luck to you and your husband.
  • Carmel_Aaron Nov 6, 2009 @ 8:11 am | delete
    WOW I'm Impressed, and I don't even golf.

    Whitney sounds very special, and so is his wife.

    Great lens. I'm looking forward to checking out your other lenses
    although you have so many, it may take me a little while.

    Thanks for the inspiration...
  • Drenda Oct 21, 2009 @ 11:03 am | delete
    What an inspiration this story is. It is amazing that your husband can still play golf and be legally blind. Many people would have given up. You have some amazing stories. Sounds like you have been through a lot but glad God is still in control and taking care of things.
  • drifter0658 Oct 19, 2009 @ 10:34 pm | delete
    One of the first inspiring lenses I read when I got to Squidoo. Just awesome!

    Smell the smoke of a burn-out blessing?
  • Spook Oct 16, 2009 @ 3:04 pm | delete
    Back again. Can't seem to stay away. What a wonderful example of love, honour, and courage. I think part of Whitey's success is that he has to live up to, the fine example set by you Joan. Be that as it may. Blessed by an Angel.
  • Pukeko Oct 15, 2009 @ 2:46 pm | delete
    Your story is so inspiring! I just loved it. And what an amazing man you are married to. Thanks for sharing this story with everyone. Squid angel blessed.
  • 24websurf Oct 14, 2009 @ 10:34 am | delete
    Do you know why I'm here? :) Your friendship has been such a Blessing to me and this lens is wonderful! It gives hope and inspiration and tells a story of pride and love! I'm happy to see you are still a Joyful Angel! You will always be one to me!
  • GrowWear Oct 7, 2009 @ 7:38 pm | delete
    Have always wanted to bless this lens. Now blessed!
  • HorseAndPony Sep 14, 2009 @ 4:59 pm | delete
    This is an amazing lens. My grandfather was legally blind but this happened when he was much older than your husband. My grandparents did not allow his blindness to interrupt their life. These are only a few of the things he continued to do but are worth mentioning, he still danced, listened to television and yes, with the help of my grandmother he drove their car. We did not know that he was driving but when my parents went for a visit he wanted to drive them to dinner. My mother asked if he had been driving and my grandmother responded, "Of course, I tell him when he needs to do something." My mother convinced them that they needed to stop driving and move closer to us. My grandparents are no longer with us and we now can laugh about this situation. Some people have the strength to go on no matter what obstacles come their way.
  • ronpass Aug 10, 2009 @ 7:16 pm | delete
    What an inspiring lens from a highly decorated, top Lensmaster. Thanks Joan for sharing this very personal story about your husband's golfing as a legally blind person. I never cease to be amazed at what I find on Squidoo. Thanks for visiting my lens about RedGage - i too regret not having more time to spend on this great social bookmarking/social networking site.
  • LaraineRose Jul 31, 2009 @ 5:54 pm | delete
    Well deserving of a purple star! When I was a child I had fear of going blind. Mum wondered what I was doing when I blind folded myself or sat in the dark playing the piano. I played by "ear." I just told her, "Practicing." It was a while before I told her that I was practicing so that I could play the piano if/when I became blind. I still have fairly good vision. I know that the blind don't necessarily want or need our sympathy, but my heart still goes out to them. 5*s from a sister Senior Squid.
  • missbat Jul 20, 2009 @ 12:19 am | delete
    Wonderful lens!
  • AndyPo Jul 10, 2009 @ 4:08 am | delete
    Excellent lens. Inspiring.
  • clouda9 Jul 7, 2009 @ 2:04 pm | delete
    Oh you know how to make a girl cry and feel inspired all at the same time. Beautiful tribute to the man in your life, thank you for sharing this story.
  • OhMe May 31, 2009 @ 9:38 pm | delete
    This popped up on Random Lens Viewer so I thought I would just pop in and say Hi! Glad Whitey had a good trip to Scotland and is home safe and sound.
  • 2Eklectik May 29, 2009 @ 6:42 pm | delete
    Thank you for telling his story. Great lens!!!
  • TMZURVITA May 29, 2009 @ 7:32 am | delete
  • grammargoddess May 28, 2009 @ 7:22 am | delete
    Great lens--all golfers who are frustrated with their game should read this!
  • KimGiancaterino May 27, 2009 @ 12:57 pm | delete
    Congratulations on your purple star and #1 in Sports!
  • GypsyOwl May 27, 2009 @ 12:17 pm | delete
    Congratulations on Purple Star and #1 in Sports!!! :) You are an inspiration Joan.
  • OneFootPutt May 22, 2009 @ 10:04 pm | delete
    Great lens and welcome to the Golf HQ group.
  • monarch13 May 19, 2009 @ 3:42 am | delete
    Congrats on the purple star, what an inspirational lens!
  • Spook May 18, 2009 @ 2:38 am | delete
    I just came back for another look, couldn't resist it. Congratulations on the sharing hearts lens of the month. So richly deserved. Hope Whitey and Randy tear up the courses in Scotland ( that means play superbly well ).
  • JanTUB May 17, 2009 @ 11:46 am | delete
    Wow! My mother (84) has macular degeneration and she still mows her (large) lawn, a few missed bits! She keeps house and is still staunchly independent as she has ever been. My 95 years old aunt has that too, and she can't recognise faces, so you have to tell her who's speaking. She loves to hear me sing.
  • mukunda22 May 16, 2009 @ 7:48 am | delete
    Beautiful and inspiring lens!! Worthy of the purple star!!!
  • EverythingMouse May 15, 2009 @ 6:22 pm | delete
    Congratulations on your purple star Joan. Very well deserved. This is one of those lenses which I always remember - it was the first one of your which I ever read I think.
  • Susan52 May 15, 2009 @ 12:30 pm | delete
    Joan, congratulations on the purple star for this very inspiring lens!
  • ClassyGals May 15, 2009 @ 11:04 am | delete
    Congrats on making such a valuable and inspirational lens on squidoo. Great job!
  • Evelyn_Saenz May 15, 2009 @ 6:57 am | delete
    Congratulations on the well deserved Purple Star Award!
  • CoolFoto May 3, 2009 @ 6:40 pm | delete
    Yes, about 20 years ago I had a friend who was legally blind. She worked as a secretary and sang in our church choir. Great lens.
  • pattyhahne Apr 29, 2009 @ 11:23 pm | delete
    Absolutely amazing. I don't know what else to say but this is a true inspiration. Five *
  • mountainbikes Apr 21, 2009 @ 10:08 am | delete
    Excellent lens with great valuable content. Very interesting.
  • KimGiancaterino Apr 19, 2009 @ 12:43 am | delete
    100 5-star ratings... it's an honor to re-bless this lens!
  • hlkljgk Apr 17, 2009 @ 1:11 pm | delete
    amazing story. thanks for sharing.
  • JaguarJulie Apr 17, 2009 @ 11:05 am | delete
    Hi Joan -- just dropping by again to check out your remarkable lens -- in search of that purple star! ;)
  • JenOfChicago Apr 15, 2009 @ 11:29 am | delete
    What a great and inspirational story!
  • MattTaylor Apr 14, 2009 @ 11:56 am | delete
    I love reading stories like this... I remember seeing a blind guitarist at a Church a month ago... and I was thinking... "I just bet there were tons of folks telling him that he CAN'T play a guitar!" But he did it anyway...

    Good for him and good for your husband, (thanks for sharing) 5 ***** from me...

    Matt

    P.S. If you have a moment... I would appreciate it if you can tell me if my new golf fitness lens is OK? http://www.squidoo.com/golf-fitness-challenge
  • Janusz Apr 13, 2009 @ 5:07 pm | delete
    Im so glad I could come back & Bless this wonderful Lens :)
  • Apr 12, 2009 @ 10:10 am | delete
    wow! incredible human being.
  • Ramkitten Apr 8, 2009 @ 10:32 am | delete
    An inspirational, well-written story! Thank you for sharing this. And please do stop by and add it to a plexo (probably "inspirational lenses" is the one I'd choose) at Squidoo Lenses That Don't Sell A Thing.
  • kellywissink Apr 6, 2009 @ 7:49 pm | delete
    5 Stars!

    Welcome to The Squidoo 100 Club Group- Kelly
  • dmeadows Apr 6, 2009 @ 7:25 pm | delete
    Nice lens, I'm a golf beginner and have been looking for some good information on the game of golf and perhaps some good Golf Sporting Goods equipment.
  • a_willow Mar 31, 2009 @ 1:39 pm | delete
    Wow! This must be challenging! You have a very brave and big-heart husband!
  • optionzone Mar 24, 2009 @ 7:00 pm | delete
    Joan, Thanks for this 5* lens. As someone who IS in fact, legally blind, I can certainly relate. So please give Whitey a high five for me. I was born with an eye disease known as Familial Exudative Vitreoretinopathy; FEVR for short. Some "fun facts" about FEVR: It's a hereditary disease of the retina, no known cure but research was initiated a few years ago. A person can have FEVR and be symptom-free or, with various levels of severity. Fortunately, I have vision corrected to 20/200 on the left eye and 20/400 on the right. Unfortunately, that's not good enough to pass an eye test for a driver's license... bummer, but I've driven a few golf balls in my day :-) My standard joke is, "I'm blind in one eye and can't see out of the other." But life is good and somehow I've muttled through 50 years with this thing. Thanks too because this lens serves as a reminder that whatever challenges we are presented in life, we can overcome (or help someone else overcome) the obstacles. -- Chuck
  • Jeny_G Mar 24, 2009 @ 3:49 am | delete
    This is a great story Indeed. Thank you for sharing this wonderful and inspiring information with all of us. It is incredible how much can the human mind and will accomplish, makes you think your life is so good, doesn't it?

    I lens rolled you here:http://www.squidoo.com/Best-Betting-System-Sports
  • mysticmama Mar 16, 2009 @ 3:31 pm | delete
    Welcome to the Sharing Hearts Group, 5*
  • Tennis-Storehouse Mar 15, 2009 @ 5:45 pm | delete
    Fantastic lens!! . thanks
  • Wysiwigs Mar 13, 2009 @ 1:28 pm | delete
    Great lens and you are an inspiring family :o) I think it's terrific that he didn't let the change in his vision prevent him from continuing the game he loves! 5* and a big grin for you and you family.
    Http://www.Squidoo.com/ConnieCrankpot
  • TopStyleTravel Mar 13, 2009 @ 11:57 am | delete
    What a great story of determination! 5 stars! I love beautiful golf courses and it is inspiring to see that Whitney overcame blindness to play golf, doing what he loves and giving to others. Congrats on the Top 100!
  • Mar 12, 2009 @ 7:48 am | delete
    wow that was great, and definitely an inspirational story. that is so cool that whitey was accepted into the Erskine Athletic Hall of Fame and the York County Athletic Hall of Fame, and Randy won the Carolinas Junior Championship. two thumbs up!

    Squidoo Circle of Friends Group
  • GrowWear Mar 11, 2009 @ 11:31 pm | delete
    Honored to welcome this lens to the Memoirs Group. :)
  • daria369 Mar 8, 2009 @ 3:41 pm | delete
    An incredible story, very uplifting and full of optimism - congratulations and thank you for sharing such personal events!! :)
  • julcal Mar 1, 2009 @ 11:05 am | delete
    Oh, and I LOVE that hat ! :)
  • julcal Mar 1, 2009 @ 11:04 am | delete
    That is an incredible, inspiring story! Thank you so much for sharing it with us. It's no wonder it has such a high rank and I'm going to try to push it just a little higher with 5* and a favorite !

    My mother in law was legally blind - don't you just love those dogs?

    God bless,

    Julie
  • Joan4 Feb 26, 2009 @ 7:00 pm | in reply to mmsjs | delete
    Thank you! I will certainly tell Whitey and Randy about that golf course - they are both counting down the days and excited to visit Scotland again!
  • mmsjs Feb 24, 2009 @ 11:17 am | delete
    I really enjoyed your lens. It gave me a warm glow and I hope Whitey continues to play for many years to come. I noticed you mentioned he maybe returning to Scotland next year. I live in Aberdeen - Scotland and it's a wonderful place. I would recommend a round at Newmacher Golf Course. They have two courses, Hawkshill & Swailend. The Hawkshill course opened in 1990 and was designed by Dave Thomas. I would recomend this course as it's got everything you could wish for, a really lovely course. The swailend course is a lot newer and still needs time to develop. Even if Whitey can't make a round at the course, Aberdeen is a lovely place to visit for the day and is only 1hr 30 mins drive/train from Carnoustie.

    Anyway, keep the golf going it's a wonderful sport and leisure activity.
  • PaulHassing Feb 15, 2009 @ 4:11 pm | delete
    A fascinating & uplifing lens. You found my cartoon sheep, I've found another reason to be thankful for good eyesight. It's turning into a fine day! P. :)
  • Michey Feb 14, 2009 @ 8:28 pm | delete
    Joan, it is a great lens, you really are exactly as your husband and kids describe you on valentine tribute mimi put together for you. The life is testing us from time to time, I have had my portion of pain, still hearts (this is why I cannot talk about it yet... some day...)
    I am glad I meet you on Squidoo, and so many other beautiful people.
    All the best Michey
  • readygolfer Feb 14, 2009 @ 7:04 am | delete
    Your lens reminded me of something my grandmother used to say: "Find the good in every situation". Thank you Joan for a great lens.
  • PattB Feb 12, 2009 @ 3:41 am | delete
    Thanks, Joan...Very inspiring lens! I've emailed it to my golfer brother...
  • marsha32 Feb 7, 2009 @ 6:58 pm | delete
    Thanks for introducing us to your hubby. I have an ex mother and law and brother in law who are blind.
  • AslanBooks Feb 1, 2009 @ 10:00 am | delete
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  • AslanBooks Feb 1, 2009 @ 9:59 am | delete
    Thank you for listing your lens on The Squidoo Ink Pot -- http://www.squidinkpot.com.
  • NAIZA Jan 20, 2009 @ 9:18 pm | delete
    Very inspiring lens! Thanks for sharing your story to many of us.
  • sittonbull Jan 15, 2009 @ 12:50 pm | delete
    I just came back and read it again... To me this story should be ranked #1... maybe if you stick it under the catagory of human interest instead of sports it would be. Kudo's , 5***** and favored for a wonderful and inspirational story on lens.
  • GHouse Dec 2, 2008 @ 10:34 am | delete
    Hi, Nice Story Lens. When you get ready. Come and play golf at Hua Hin Golf Courses. Hua Hin, a charming town of clean white sandy beach, is the most popular golf holidays destination in Thailand.
  • TimCoote Nov 11, 2008 @ 10:07 am | delete
    Superb lens Joan. I will be checking in often that for sure.
  • EverythingMouse Nov 5, 2008 @ 5:23 am | delete
    Another great and inspiring lens Joan. Blessings to you!
  • ukgolfballs Oct 31, 2008 @ 1:35 am | delete
    Hi,

    Wonderful Legally Blind Golfer this is the lens, actually I was looking for. Here with my info you may get details about personalised golf bags and personalised golf towels. Your lens is really well to increase golf knowledge.

    Keep it up.
  • WritingforYourWealth Oct 28, 2008 @ 12:20 am | delete
    Inspiring lens and story. :)
  • Margo_Arrowsmith Oct 20, 2008 @ 9:27 am | delete
    Still a great lens.

    And congrats on your Squidoo anniversary 4 days ago!
  • Margo_Arrowsmith Oct 20, 2008 @ 9:27 am | delete
    Still a great lens.

    And congrats on your Squidoo anniversary 4 days ago!
  • nancydodds1 Oct 20, 2008 @ 1:42 am | delete
    Its very nice information and informative lens. 5 stars for you. Recently i added another lens on mortgage in UK feel free to visit this.
  • Margo_Arrowsmith Oct 13, 2008 @ 6:14 am | delete
    I have treated so many people who give up with less than this. It is so wonderful to see someone who doesn't give up! 5* and more if I could
  • naturegirl7 Oct 8, 2008 @ 6:47 pm | delete
    Congratulations on becoming a Giant. I loved this lens and your story. My Dad played golf well into his 80's until his eye sight became too bad. Your husband is amazing.
  • Kathy Oct 8, 2008 @ 4:30 pm | delete
    This is awesome! I am so proud and lucky to have you both as parents and best friends! Great lens Mom! Yall Rock!!! Love you!!!!!
  • awelldressedbullet Oct 8, 2008 @ 4:13 pm | delete
    Joan, what an inspirational story, thank you so much for sharing. Tell Whitey.... he rocks! LOL - Kathy
  • ebay-grandma Oct 8, 2008 @ 3:35 pm | delete
    This is such an inspiration! Attitude has so much to do with how we meet our challenges. Congrats on Featured Lens On Giant Squid Community Showcase.
  • lakeerieartists Oct 8, 2008 @ 3:29 pm | delete
    Great lens! Congrats on making it to Giant Squid! I will race you to 100! I am working on it too! LOL
  • bdkz Oct 8, 2008 @ 2:19 pm | delete
    Congratulations on being Featured on Giant Squid Community Showcase! Go Joan!
  • rms Oct 8, 2008 @ 11:52 am | delete
    This great lens is today's feature at the Giant Squid community showcase! Stop by and Grab Your Badge!
    www.giantsquidshowcase.com
  • ElizabethJeanAllen Oct 6, 2008 @ 5:08 am | delete
    You create wonderful lenses.
    5*
    Lizzy
    Welcome to the Totally Awesome Lenses group.
  • chefkeem Oct 2, 2008 @ 9:05 pm | delete
    Incredible story and fabulous lens! 5*s and a hearty SquidAngel Blessing.
  • beachbum_gabby Sep 21, 2008 @ 9:27 pm | delete
    awesome! how did they do it? :)
  • jimordale Sep 10, 2008 @ 8:43 pm | delete
    WOW! What a lens! What an inspiration to us all. What an amazing couple.

    http://www.squidoo.com/golffitnesstraining
  • GingerAlly Sep 10, 2008 @ 3:12 am | delete
    What an amazing story, I'm so glad I took the time to read this, I feel so inspired! thanks for an awesome lens!

    Ginger
  • KimGiancaterino Sep 9, 2008 @ 2:16 pm | delete
    What an uplifting story... and I see a few of your other lenses that I need to check out too! You have a special family. My Angel Blessings to you.
  • icjackson Sep 8, 2008 @ 1:41 pm | delete
    Wow - what an awesome story and an awesome lens!

    And I have heard of your husband before! He's your husband! Wow! 6 degrees of separation, huh?

    What an inspiration!
  • Cajean Aug 30, 2008 @ 10:30 pm | delete
    Joan, what a blessing you are to tell your husband's wonderful story here. His great attitude is a good example for us to not be whiners!. I'm sending it on to my golfing nephew. 5* and my faves too. Thanks for your kind words on my Lens! :-)
  • BradChamp Aug 28, 2008 @ 12:26 am | delete
    Great lens.. Check out my lens on fat loss 4 idiots
  • aj2008 Aug 27, 2008 @ 7:28 am | delete
    Joan & Whitey - what a lovely lens. 5*s. As someone whose Dad (aged 79) still plays golf and has been known to take corners on 3 wheels in a golf buggy (bless!) I salute you both!
  • tdove Aug 26, 2008 @ 3:14 pm | delete
    Thanks for joining G Rated Lense Factory!
  • miragana Aug 22, 2008 @ 1:26 am | delete
    Good day! I like your lens. It is very informative and has a very good quality in it.

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    Thank you very much for your time.
  • EverythingMouse Aug 4, 2008 @ 10:32 am | delete
    As many have said here already this is an inspirational lens. I have a close friend who is progressively losing his sight and needs more surgery soon. I am showing him this lens. Thank you.
  • poddys Jul 24, 2008 @ 10:54 pm | delete
    Very nice lens, you created a nice tribute here. 5*****
  • OvarianCysts Jul 24, 2008 @ 10:03 pm | delete
    Joan and Whitey -

    WOW! What a lens! And what an amazing tribute to an apparently amazing man.

    Joan, THANK YOU for letting me know about this lens. I was in the golf business for years and I have seen some amazing things. Many people see the challenges that life throws at us a road blocks.... and then there are the special ones that view them as speed bumps. I love reading and learning about people that handle the bumps with such grace and dignity (yes, that means YOU, Whitey!)

    I do have to comment on this part, though...

    TEN Holes-In-One? Really?!?!?! Y'all wouldn't be pulling my leg, now would you? I've had ONE (I think they coulda heard me scream all the way on Alaska!)

    BTW, my hubby and I were at The Masters this year and two years ago. It is an amazing place to be... feels like walking on hallowed ground.

    Again, my hat is off to both of you. I know there is a WONDERFUL woman standing next to this AMAZING man!

    All the best!!!

    Jennifer
  • curerestlesslegsyndrome Jul 23, 2008 @ 11:19 pm | delete
    Great story Joan! Just gave you 5 stars. Check out my cure restless leg syndrome lens and let me know what you think!
  • Images_Magical Jul 21, 2008 @ 11:47 pm | delete
    I don't even like golf -- but I liked this inspirational story. We get taken down by the beatings of life -- by this story, your husband was beaten upon but not beat. His ability to overcome his, in our perception, limitation is amazing. Best to you and your family.
  • Amanda_Blue Jul 15, 2008 @ 9:12 pm | delete
    There is a book entitled Zen in the Art of Archery by Eugen Herrigel which gives true acounts of Zen archers who can hit the target blind-folded or with their backs to it, after many years of practice. There's is not muscle memory but rather a feeling of at-oneness with the target, still they remind me of your husband. Wonderful lens. 5 *
  • Jul 14, 2008 @ 8:47 pm | delete
    I really enjoyed your lens! Thanks for sharing such an inspirational story. Kelly
  • scarfeet Jul 14, 2008 @ 8:09 pm | delete
    I feel so rejuvenated reading your lens, your husband truly is an inspiration and a true hero, 5 stars for sharing it with us Thank you, feel free to visit Acne Treatments
  • Spook Jul 13, 2008 @ 5:49 am | delete
    I'm truly humbled, what a lens and your husband is the type of man I admire, a straight up guy.
  • Terrell Wiggins Jul 11, 2008 @ 9:41 am | delete
    The stories are true. I have been a part of many
    of them. For about 47 years it has been a ficticious /non-ficticious trip with Whitey as a dear friend. I have never been around anyone who has come to know him that was not richer for the experience.God made him to brighten the lives of those with whom he comes in contact.

    Your friend, Big Red
  • Bev Dunlap Jul 11, 2008 @ 6:05 am | delete
    Whitey is quite the character! I am inspired everytime I hear a story about him and his adventures. Thank you, Joan, for sharing. You are just as amazing!!!
  • chuck chorak Jul 10, 2008 @ 2:21 pm | delete
    I must admit when whitey is beating me I am tempted to lie about how far he is from the greem!!!
  • surfsusan Jul 10, 2008 @ 1:17 pm | delete
    An inspiring lens, this is an amazing story. Thanks for sharing.
  • WorldTravelers916 Jul 10, 2008 @ 12:33 pm | delete
    wow for a game that requires such concentration and eye hand cordination...to be blind and play is unreal

    online poker
  • LIL GIBSON Jul 9, 2008 @ 9:51 pm | delete
    AMAZING MAN WITH AN AMAZING WIFE!!!!!!!!AND FAMILY!!!!!!! I THINK THE STORY OF HIS LIFE SHOULD BE MADE INTO A MOVIE.....WOULD BE AN INSPIRATION TO ALL!!!!
    KEEP ON KEEPIN' ON, WHITEY ADAMS.....YOU ARE "something else"......yep, you are!

    An admirer in North Carolina
  • pyle_mountain Jul 7, 2008 @ 8:21 pm | delete
    All I can say is Wow! Great lens about an awesome story. Truly inspiring. 5 *****
  • GolfGuyRob Jul 7, 2008 @ 12:02 pm | delete
    Very inspiring, great lens.
  • Bonnie Boots Jul 7, 2008 @ 8:12 am | delete
    I'm so pleased to learn about Whitey. His story perfectly illustrates that the only true handicap is a negative attitude. Thanks for this great lens, Joan!
  • mickeuan Jul 6, 2008 @ 8:04 pm | delete
    Hi Joan,
    What a beautiful and inspiring story and very interesting lens. There is a great lesson for everyone - forget your limitations and just go for it.
    All the best
    Mick
  • I_Love_Puppies Jul 6, 2008 @ 7:38 pm | delete
    Hey Joan,

    I think that your husband is doing really well and that he should keep up the good work.

    Rhiannon
  • Denise Jul 5, 2008 @ 6:29 pm | delete
    Joan,

    You and your husband, collectively and apart are quite inspirational. I am so enjoying seeing you flourishing online and in life!
    D
  • Janelle Jul 5, 2008 @ 11:38 am | delete
    Way to GO Joan!!! Great interesting, informative and INSPIRING lens!!!
  • Marg-Ruttan Jul 5, 2008 @ 10:36 am | delete
    Joan,

    What an inspiration to us all. Thank you for sharing this true-life story. You should submit it to Chicken Soup for the Soul for one of their books.
    Marg
  • GypsyOwl Jul 5, 2008 @ 10:25 am | delete
    Congrats on Top 100 ! Well Deserved...This is an awesome lens.
  • GoodAdvice Jul 5, 2008 @ 5:49 am | delete
    Excellent lens Joan...(an inspirational story)

    and thank you for adding your lenses to the Good Advice Group
  • eccles1 Jul 5, 2008 @ 1:09 am | delete
    this is what true friendship is all about
    Thank you
  • KarenKay Jul 4, 2008 @ 8:10 pm | delete
    Moon you are such a sweetheart to Whitey. It really shows in this lens. I applaud how you are so dedicated to him. I am learning from you!
    Hugs, KK
  • mukunda22 Jul 4, 2008 @ 6:17 pm | delete
    Joan, You have transformed everyone's greatest fear to a real blessing. And Whitey is at the heart of this transformation!!

    I hope I get to meet him one day, and your whole family!!
  • Todd Silva Jul 4, 2008 @ 5:42 pm | delete
    Hi Joan,
    This is a great story!! Thank you for the inspiration and joy that you and your husband both are!!
    Blessings to you this Fourth Of July weekend,
    Todd
  • Nancy Jul 4, 2008 @ 3:40 pm | delete
    It sure makes me proud of my wonderful sister and amazing brother-in-law. Love you both very much. Nancy
  • MsMorrison Jul 4, 2008 @ 4:05 am | delete
    this is courage! great lens! keep it up!
  • Joan4 Jul 3, 2008 @ 5:56 pm | delete
    You are all so kind. We appreciate every single comment. I am reading them to Whitey as they come in. Thank you!
  • LindaJM Jul 3, 2008 @ 10:45 am | delete
    By the way, I stumbled this and hope you get lots of traffic through that. Also lensrolled to my "Swimming Holes" lens, and 5*****.
  • LindaJM Jul 3, 2008 @ 10:32 am | delete
    Very inspirational, and heart-warming. Reading this gives me new appreciation for the depth of your character, Joan. Your husband sounds like a gem among men.
  • GypsyOwl Jul 2, 2008 @ 8:49 am | delete
    Inspirational! 5*FAV
  • Webcodes Jul 1, 2008 @ 1:10 pm | delete
    Simply amazing 5*.
  • Mary Gallagher Jul 1, 2008 @ 9:25 am | delete
    Inspired to enjoy the challenges today by knowing there are no challenges, just enjoyments to get to through the contrast of our experience. Thanks for sharing your wonderful stories, Joan, and Whitey.
    Best,
    Mary
    www.twitter.com/marygallagher
  • TeaLady Jul 1, 2008 @ 1:47 am | delete
    What a great story!! And what a great golf lens!!
  • JohnNilsen1108 Jun 29, 2008 @ 7:26 pm | delete
    Great little lense you have here for newbies to model.. gave you 5 stars...Let me know what you think of my lense
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  • Noadi Jun 29, 2008 @ 7:05 pm | delete
    Wonderful lens! While I'm not legally blind my vision is bad enough that I can't get a drivers license. Reading about others who've coped with worse is very inspirational for me. 5 well deserved stars and a favorite!
  • johndilbeck Jun 28, 2008 @ 4:05 am | delete
    Joan, this lens tells a great story and Whitey is an inspiration to all of us, whether we see well or not. Thanks to you and Whitey for sharing it with us! Act on your dream! JD
  • lwhitelaw Jun 26, 2008 @ 8:46 pm | delete
    Hey Joan,

    Great story - what an inspiration, I knew your hubby was blind - heard you say that on the phone once but didn't know the whole story - what a story! Laura
  • MissMissylue Jun 26, 2008 @ 6:36 pm | delete
    I am glad I found your lens. I really enjoyed reading it you are an inspiration.
    Missy
  • Charlyjl Jun 26, 2008 @ 5:47 pm | delete
    Wow! Excellent work yet again Joan. Whitey is such an inspiration and it is wonderful that he can still enjoy his golfing. Well done!
  • Marjo Jun 25, 2008 @ 8:51 pm | delete
    Joan I think this is a lovely lens. My sister isn't legally blind, but lost 90% vision in one eye overnight--and she runs circles around me.
  • Ruth-Palmer Jun 25, 2008 @ 10:29 am | delete
    I think it's a lovely tribute to your husband. He surely is an inspiration. As a painter, one of my biggest fears is going blink. Thanks for sharing!
  • Top100GOLFCOURSELOGOS Jun 25, 2008 @ 6:40 am | delete
    Thank you for the story, Joan. Very inspirational!

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