When one thinks of the perfect pairing, it’s safe to say that golf lessons and tips on sustaining a wholesome marriage would not be the first thought that comes to mind. For the ultra-accomplished Gehrisch, his two failed marriages weigh down on him, especially when he marvels at the perfectly imperfect relationship his parents had rooted in devotion and faithfulness for over fifty years. Thus, delving into his two loves—the art of sustenance in love and golf—Gehrisch delivers a unique reading experience that transcends both golf and love tips to be something far greater and meaningful.

Perhaps what makes this book so intriguing is that Gehrisch truly manages to do justice to both areas, with the work inundated with incredibly insightful tips to keep the romantic spark going, as well as strategies to improve one’s golf game. In both sections, he rarely ever lectures or preaches. On the contrary, the wisdom is imparted through personal anecdotes and real-life experiences that audiences will not only relish but also implement into their relationships and golf practice.

From starting in his work league—the General Electric 9-Hole League—to serendipitously joining a city tournament and nearly winning the Michigan state championship, Gehrisch has experienced many strokes of luck in his life, yet it is his fearless nature in venturing beyond his comfort zone that allows him to take advantage of these opportunities. For a kid who wasn’t even interested in golf until his father played an instrumental role in building a community golf course, Gehrisch’s highest highs take him to the PGA Tour and some of the golf world’s most prolific names. Above all else, it is Gehrisch’s knack for natural storytelling that allows him to weave together two singularly compelling facets of life into one unified whole.

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