Thanks guys -- I agree with all of your comments. I still have to try that 9-iron, LOL!!
Because golf is golf --- I can never predict or prepare myself for his mood. The bad behavior intensifies if he is not playing well on any given day and not playing to his handicap. I wish others would say something to him. Usually, they just acknowledge his behavior to me, which makes me feel worse. I am so sick of the excuse "that's just how I am, an intense guy!" Sounds like a rationalization to me.