Greetings All,
I hope and trust everyone had an enjoyable and meaningful Thanksgiving. I did.
On Monday, November 23, 2009, I had the distinct honor and pleasure of playing in the "Friends of Ken Green" fundraiser tournament at Rees Jones Breakers West Country Club in West Palm Beach. I played as the guest of one of the tournament's organizers.
Our fivesome's pro was Jasper Parnevik who was very hospitable and enjoyable to play with.
I donated for the live auction, held in the beautiful Breakers West clubhouse following the golf, my AUGUSTA NATIONAL, Number 12, original oil, framed, 24"x30" [unframed] with a value of $ 3500.00. I was very pleased with where it ended up with the winning bidders.
Ken Green, a five-time winner on the PGA tour, has by his own repeated admissions contended with many demons in his professional and personal life. Six months ago, while returning from a PGA Champions Tour tournament, Ken was in a horrifically tragic accident in his RV with his brother, girlfriend of many years, and his beloved German Shepherd dying in the crash. Ken suffered severe injuries. Faced with his doctors' prognosis, Ken had his mangled left leg amputated at the knee in hopes of returning to golf. With the aid of a prosthesis (that is still a work a progress), Ken has played some golf. He is determined to make a comeback to the PGA Champions' Tour. It was inspiring to see him at the Nov. 23 event at Breakers West. To find out more about Ken's journey to return to professional golf, and the many fine family members and friends helping him, please see www.kengreenscomeback.com.
Be well all.
Greg
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