Memphis Memories

Hi Ya'll, as they say here in Memphis. Parker and I arrived in Memphis after taking a 10 hr. all night flight from Hawaii to Atlanta and then had an additional flight from Atlanta to Memphis. It was quite a whirlwind and I had no clue what time it was for about 2 days. It was definitely worth the crazy time change because before coming here to Memphis we had a wonderful two weeks in Hawaii where we were able to see Parker's younger brother Spencer graduate from high school and also be a part of his dad's retirement celebration after 37 years at Punahou.


Our time here in Memphis has been wonderful thus far. Earlier this week Parker and I attended the annual BBQ at the Target House. This amazing facility supports the children and families that are undergoing long term treatment at St. Jude Children's Hospital. We met some wonderful children and were truly inspired by by their strength and courage. I think they even gave Parker some pointers on his golf game.


Another highlight off the golf course was our experience with the Fed Ex Flight Simulator! All I can say is "buckle up"! It felt so real. Parker and I were able to get into the simulators where they train the Fed Ex pilots. Parker and I both had the opportunity to fly the plane. I felt confident in my take off but had a very rough landing, I believe that my plane ended up off the runway in the grass. Parker was much better at the landing. We were able to program the simulator to take off and land in Paris and Honolulu! It was so much fun.

Our memories from Memphis would not be complete without including a little bit of BBQ! During our stay we tried two amazing BBQ spots including Corky's and Rendezvous. Both were outstanding, each with their own twist on the BBQ.

-Kristy

Junior Clinic at Waikoloa

This past weekend I did a video and photo shoot for Waikoloa Beach and Golf Resort on the Big Island of Hawaii. It was not the main event though, a junior clinic with a putting contest was the main attraction for the weekend. It was a great first, of hopefully many, visits for me to some of the junior golfers on the Big Island. I was able to meet many of these young junior golfers and hopefully share some of the things that I have learned growing up in Hawaii and how I have made it onto the PGA Tour.

My thanks go out to the staff at Waikoloa for putting on such a great event and for all the parents and juniors who attended. I am looking forward to my next visit back out toward the end of the year.
Aloha,
Parker

New Orleans

Hello again from New Orleans! Our time here seems to be flying by. We have enjoyed etouffee multiple nights in a row now (which we were introduced to by one of our very best friends) It is this amazing combo of crawfish, rice, and vegetables, in a yummy Cajun sauce. Honestly I was intimidated by the crawfish at first, but now I am hooked - you will have to try it! We also had the opportunity to see Hootie and the Blowfish the other night - they are so great live!

Today a group of us participated in a build for the Habitat for Humanity in the upper 9th Ward. I am still in awe of all the devastation that remains but more taken back by all of the people that are joining together to bring this community back on its feet.

The other highlight of the week was one of our all time favorite meals - at Acme Oyster House. We ordered the Charbroiled oysters that were amazing, so much so that we had to get a second round ;)

Aside from the many food highlights, we have truly enjoyed our New Orleans experience and look forward to making this an annual stop.

-Kristy

Welcome!

Hi Everyone! Thanks for visiting the site. This is our very first entry!!! Keep in touch as Parker and I share our experiences from both "inside and outside" the ropes of the PGA Tour. - Kristy