Short and Sweet

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It is another fine day for Atlantic City Golf. It has been some time since we have had a day like today. However, I won't be playing today; practice instead. I have little dude for the afternoon, so it is off to our secret practice area/playground for Adam. There are few things I like more than practicing while he romps around the practice area.

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