Can you believe that we are halfway through July already?  Where is the summer going?  I do hope that you have been able to get out and enjoy some fantastic golf.  Please remember that we are in our rainy season so when out on the golf course be prepared to take cover if lightning is in the area.  Also, with the high temperatures it’s imperative that you stay hydrated.

We Passed the Torch!
As you know, we had two teams participate in this year’s Traveling Tee Cup Challenge. It was a one-day match play between 11 teams and 7 chapters out of 14 across Florida.  We hosted the tournament at Lexington Country Club in Fort Myers on June 13th. It was a close tournament and with two holes to go, had to be called due to lightning. Two teams won both their matches: Red Hills FL/GA Chapter and Southwest FL (SWFL) Chapter. However, SWFL won more holes and won by just .10 point. The Torch has been passed and next year SWFL will host the tournament. The SWFL team consisted of Sara Eriksson, Patty Gift, Kristine Koenig, and Jennie Taylor. Congratulations to them and all who participated. I want to thank the volunteers who assisted with the Traveling Tee Cup: Pat Elliot, Natasha Jubert, Carol Figura, Tawny Solmere, and Lynn Robbins. Without them, the success of this event would not have been possible. I also want to give a BIG THANK YOU to Bree Hartlage, Tournament Director and Natalia Armstrong, Tournament Coordinator for running a seamless Tournament. We will never know the “behind the scenes” work that they do so the rest of us can enjoy the event.

Key Leadership Positions
As you know this chapter does not run itself. We have some key positions that their terms will be expiring at the end of the year. If you are interested in becoming more involved with your chapter, please reach out to me or anyone of the board members to inquire. We really need your help in keeping our chapter running seamlessly so that you can enjoy the great golf courses that are out there to play. 

Live Alone?

I know, strange question. I am not trying to get personal here; however, I do care about our members. Living alone allows you to make decisions without compromise, from daily routines to major life choices, fostering a strong sense of self-reliance and empowerment. Staying safe while living alone is just as important. Some tips for you to consider:

Clear walkways, non-slip mats, grab bars in bathrooms, and good lighting—especially in hallways and stairways—reduce the risk of falls and accidents. Installing or upgrading smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms is crucial for safety when living alone. Simple adjustments, like storing frequently used items at waist level and removing loose rugs, can further prevent injuries and make daily tasks easier.

Create a call list of friends and family that you touch base with regularly so in the instant that you miss a call, they can check up on you. Subscribe to an automated check-in service that calls once or twice daily. If you don't answer after multiple attempts, your Care Circle (family/friends) is immediately notified. Perfect for elderly people living independently who want to maintain their freedom with safety. Or, try a device that can detect falls so in the instant it will ask you if you need help and if you can’t respond, it will call emergency aid for you.

Recently, one of our members, Peggy Scarpati, was found unconscious and unresponsive at her home and has undergone surgery and is recovering. If you would like to send get well cards or to brighten up her day, her address is 8900 Crown Colony Blvd, Ft Myers, FL 33908.

We have lots going on so if I see you on the golf course, may you have long drives and short
putts.

Nancy R. Sermons
President
LPGA Amateurs Lee-Charlotte Counties FL Chapter
presidentlpgaamateursleechar@gmail.com
(404) 229-8935