What I'm Thankful For

What I’m Thankful For:

My Heavenly Father

God has blessed my life in more ways than I’ll ever be able to count. I know that He has a bigger plan for my life and that He is in complete control. I am so thankful for the people that God has chosen to be in my life. I strive everyday to give it my all for and to God.

My Parents

Without the love and support of my parents, I would not be the person I am today. They have told me since the day I was born that I could do anything I put my mind to and have believed in me more than I have ever believed in myself. I know what I’m trying to do is expensive but my dad has not once brought it up as an issue. My mom works so hard at booking trips, packing, and making sure everything else is in order so I don’t have to worry about anything. I don’t believe anyone has it as good as I do.


My parents and I at the 2009 NCAA Regional Championship in Columbus, OH

My Family
I’m one lucky girl to have family spread out all across the country who keep up with me and are just as excited as I am with what I’m trying to do. I love them so much and wish I could spend more time with them.


My brother and sister-in-law, Adam and Jennifer with their puppy Lily


My mom's side of the family in Maryland this past spring

My Friends
My friends show me how to enjoy life and are one of the main reasons why I find the fun in everything. I will probably live a long life because of all the laughs I have with my friends. My three best friends, “The Crew,” doesn’t know much about the sport I play but that’s why I love spending time with them so I can escape the world of golf. I have sacrificed a lot over the years with my friends by missing birthdays and other big events but thankfully I have them to lean on when I’m in a not-so-happy mood.


The Crew

Coaches
I have had many different teachers and coaches over the years who have made a huge impact in my life. Carol Ludvigson, my coach at OU taught me so many things on and off the course that I will take with me until the day I die. I think of her every time I step on the golf course because she invested four years in me and molded me into a better player and person. I hope to one day follow in her footsteps and be half the coach she was. I don’t think there’s a better motivator than Coach Carol. The reason why I still have a passion for golf is because she taught me how to have fun with the game, and to remember that it is just a game. Brent Cryer, The Greens C.C. head pro is another coach I am so thankful to have in my life. I’ve known Brent since I was 8 years old and we have spent countless hours together talking about life, ragging at each other about sports, and working hard on each others golf games. I give him a hard time because every time I ask him for help on the range, it always turns into me watching and critiquing his swing. Brent is another huge factor in why I see golf and life as a ball of fun. He sees the bigger picture and reminds me daily that if I ever saw in myself what he sees, I would be unstoppable. If I make it big one day, I promise I will promote him to either write a book or host his own tv show because he is the most funny guy you will ever meet.


Coach Carol and I at the 2007 Big XII Championship


Brent and I at the 2007 Oklahoma State Match Play Championship

My Sponsors
Without the generous help of a few individuals I have known over the years, I would not be living out my lifelong dream. These kind people have taken a huge chance on me and have such a big heart to financially and emotionally support me. I will never be able to thank this group of people for the experiences and life lessons they are allowing me to have. I hope to one day be able to give back like they have for me.

My Teammates
In my 10 years of playing on golf teams, I have had the best teammates I could ever have asked for. They are my sisters and I have so many fond memories because of them. I miss playing on a golf team but I still receive encouraging words from them at every tournament I play in. I keep up with my teammates and will forever call them that because they pushed and challenged me into being a better golfer.


OU Women's Golf Team at the 2009 Betsy Rawls Invitational in Austin, TX


2005 Santa Fe Womens Golf Team

My list could go on and on about who and what I’m thankful for. I realize most people consider the game of golf as an individual sport. If you happen to look at the list above and see all the key players I have in my life, some might reconsider that idea. There is no way on Earth that I would be playing the game of golf, have the success I’ve had, and have the dreams I have if it wasn’t for the people in my life. It can be a lonely life out on Tour but I feel the love and support daily by the great people I have gotten to know over the years in my journey across the country. I thank each and every one of you who have followed me, encouraged me, and prayed for me. Any bit of success I have is a direct reflection of you.

I am off to Daytona Beach for the Final Stage of the LPGA Qualfiying School. The tournament starts December 2 and runs through December 6. There are 119 girls playing and the playing field will be cut down to top 70 after the 4th round. Top 20 will receive full exempt status to play on Tour next year, with the following 20 receiving partial status. I’m having my long time friend and head pro Chad Lamb caddy for me so it’s going to be a fun week. You can follow live scoring on lpga.com. Thanks everyone and God Bless!

What I’m Reading: Breaking Back: How I Lost Everything and Won Back My Life by James Blake
What I’m Listening To: Battle Studies – John Mayer