First off this week I need to thank my Uncle Bob and Aunt Kathy for graciously letting me stay with them all week.  They just welcomed their first grandchild into the world from my cousin Laura so I know they were busy and it was nice to be able to not have to stay in a hotel this week.  The above pictures came from my Uncle Bob who is an excellent photographer.  The second picture shows it all.  I was unable to close the 3 shot gap today on Will Wilcox who put together a fine tournament.  I shot a two under 70 the final day to tie for fifth place and on the whole really put together a nice tournament.  I played steady golf all week and was really sharp mentally as I saved poor rounds in my second and third rounds by stringing together birdies late to rally. 

    It was a great tournament and it was awesome to get that feeling of being in contention again.  This is the result of putting in a lot of hard work.  My game is really moving along here early in the Spring and I can't wait to keep getting better as the season progresses.  I may not have registered a win this week, but I will take much confidence away from a great showing and move forward.  There is hard work still to be put in and I can't wait to continue strengthening all facets of my game.  I have the next seven days off and am headed home to Saint Louis.  The following week I head to Albany, Georgia for the continuation of the Hooters Tour where I can hopefully build on a great showing in North Carolina.