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WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 25TH, 2023
Well, that day arrived. I knew it
would eventually come around but still, it hurts a bit. Mostly
because of the circumstances surrounding it haven't been all that
pleasant. And what is this event that has happend? It
deals with one of my passions in life that were around for just over
20 years of my existence.
Playing. Darts. I am no longer able to play, or even
more so, be competitive in this sport. Due to the slow, but
methodical deterioration on my mind and body in several ways, I am
forced to realize my limitations. I have tried many things,
chances, methods, and even using either arm to throw. But,
alas, nothing is helping. So it is solemn acceptance that I am
retiring from active duty from the oche.
It has been such an immeasurable ride these past two decades!
I have gone from being a novice, a green rookie that hardly knew a
Bulls Eye from Bull Shit, but I learned fairly quickly. Part
of that was hereditary though. My mum (RIP) was from England
and she played very well. And my Dad was a very accomplished
player as well. He won many tournaments in several countries
during his younger days.
And then there is my brother. James. He was so good he
was ranked in the top 5 players in the country at one point!
As is said, he taught me everything I know. . .but not all that
HE knew! I started playing against not
only him, but a few other Top 10 players during my early years.
And when I first moved to Florida in 2007, my game escalated ten
fold. More competition against more Top 10 foes helped me soar
in the Dart Universe.
But, unfortunately, medical complications (diabetes, 2 strokes within
3 years) have taken toll on my 64 year old physique. And it is time to
retire from active competition. I can and will still do
activities behind the scenes. I still run a dart league (GOLD)
an serve as the Tournament Director for another (Florida Dart
Association). Until such time as all my faculties wear away, I
will do my best in those coapacities.
See you all BEHIND the oche! |
THURSDAY, JANUARY 12TH, 2023
I miss dancing. Except for a
couple of brief moments last year, I haven't really be able to "cut
loose" in decades. In my younger day, say my 20's and 30's, I
was always rocking out the great tunes of the day. I must say
that I was pretty decent at doing it as well. I could draw a
crowd for my style where ever I went. Loved it. Rarely
got tired or worn out doing it either. I could go for hours.
And I could almost always find a willing partner to join me.
Especially the prettier girls that seemed to enjoy being seen with
me. The music back in those days (and YES I will include
D-I-S-C-O) were magical and provided the perfect backdrop to help us
all "get down on it"! |
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