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April 5, 2004

Things are hopping here in Columbia, SC

When I flew here today, there was more bustle than usual at the airport. I got my rental car from Hertz, and I asked Sharon, the lady who has helped me the last 10 times I came here what's going on. She said, "you know, Mrs. Donovan, we have been really busy with Augusta."

I wasn't sure what she meant, and I didn't want to appear dumb, so I just nodded my head wisely.

I drove to the office, had meetings, checked software, and did some documentation.

Finally, after picking up some groceries, I checked in at the hotel. There were a whole bunch of people at the desk, quite upset that the Wingate is sold out for the week.

Once again, I heard that word, 'Augusta'.

Finally, I asked the desk clerk what was going on? She said, "you know, Augusta". I finally admitted that I do not know.

She said, "you know, the Masters".

"The Masters?"

She said, "You know - the Masters Golf Tournament in Augusta, Georgia!"

"Oh", I said.

Apparently, it's a big deal.

Posted by Beth at April 5, 2004 7:27 PM