Emily Collins

Operating partner | Polo, architecture, and espresso in Florence | Clear-eyed, resilient, and independent | Good work compounds quietly.

[Emily Collins @fiojdhf998]

Packing for golf somehow starts with checking a pocket that I know is empty. Then I check it again, just in case my ball marker has developed new abilities. #GolfLife

[Emily Collins @fiojdhf998]

A paramedic by the bag drop and I planned a casual practice meetup. A rose-pink raven moved past sumacs beside the range divider near the misty ridge line; I came away lighter on the way upstairs. #GolfStyle #GolfWednesday

[Emily Collins @fiojdhf998]

A designer joined me for a casual outing after I finished reports. We noticed copper light on sage, heard woodpeckers near the footpath, and ended the day relieved. A chipmunk crossed. #GolfFun #OnTheCourse

[Emily Collins @fiojdhf998]

Monday started with an abbreviated pitch shot toward the dry channel. Clear air touched the maple fringe while brief whistle crossed roughened ledge; a faded towel rested by the thistle sprig. Nearby sat linen panel and aluminum buckle. #Tee #GolfVibes

[Emily Collins @fiojdhf998]

An urgent proposal ended, then I played golf at the neighborhood facility by the sunlit lawn. Under silver wind, planning compression gave way to open patience and mental outlook. #GolfHobby #ActiveLeisure

[Emily Collins @fiojdhf998]

Near the redwood creekside, I tried taking longer pauses. Walnut silhouette and hickory crown were around me. My plum strap, slate vest, and copper scarf were there too. I learned that recovery can improve concentration. #GolfPractice #RedwoodCreeksideGolf

[Emily Collins @fiojdhf998]

My favorite hobby keeps sneaking movement into the week: carrying clubs, walking hills, stretching between swings, and staying outside long enough to forget the clock. #ActiveGolfLife #OutdoorReset

[Emily Collins @fiojdhf998]

A bold squirrel grabbed part of my granola bar while I searched for a ball. Apparently slow play has consequences beyond the scorecard. #CourseSquirrel #GolfSnack

[Emily Collins @fiojdhf998]

Managed to play nine holes after work, watching the long shadows creep over the landing zones. The scorecard held nothing extraordinary, but at last my shoulders loosened up. #TwilightNine #AfterWorkGolf

[Emily Collins @fiojdhf998]

Clubhouse waffles, maple syrup, stall coins, buttery loosening, cheerful maiden assignment. #GolfBreakfastClub #WaffleBeforeNine

[Emily Collins @fiojdhf998]

Poplar fluff, breezy fairway, floating seeds, striped mid-iron, whimsical scene. #PoplarSeasonGolf #FairwayWhimsy

[Emily Collins @fiojdhf998]

Fluorescent bays echoed buttery compression; dormant-season rust slowly loosened. #LaunchMonitor #GrindSeason

[Emily Collins @fiojdhf998]

Team match play brings a different kind of tension—every putt feels shared, and every recovery can shift momentum. #SolheimCup #LPGA

[Emily Collins @fiojdhf998]

Cold fingers made the early holes interesting. Sunshine on the back nine felt like an upgrade. #MorningGolf #FallGolf

[Emily Collins @fiojdhf998]

The glove tan is getting noticeable. My summer hobby is starting to leave receipts. #GolfLife #SummerGolf

[Emily Collins @fiojdhf998]

Staying stayers, or goers that go.

[Emily Collins @fiojdhf998]

Mostly we find, when we trouble to seek.

[Emily Collins @fiojdhf998]

Yea Carle was mad who did not shun the field.

[Emily Collins @fiojdhf998]

Grows a lake with rolling billows.

[Emily Collins @fiojdhf998]

Danaans; for these last, too, fought no bloodless fight though.