I couldnt swing the coil today...or ride the Harley...but heres what I found.

silverfreak · Jun 19, 2009

I couldn't swing the coil today...or ride the Harley...but here's what I found.

I found some peace...relaxation...and some quality time with my father... and man's best friend :icon_thumleft:

Instead of "exploring" with my Explorer SE...I explored some woods.

Behind every successful hunting day...lies a sweet backup plan. :hello2:

I went to help my dad mow 10 acres before it started pouring.

5 hours later we were done so I got the SE out. :thumbsup:

Within 15 minutes the lightning just about jolted my britches off :laughing9:

...and we had a 30 minute downpour....so the SE went back in the car.

Plan B would have been a nice Harley ride :icon_sunny:

...but there was water standing all over the roads $:-\$

Plan C.....well....you see it :headbang:

My knees are bad from many years of motocross racing and a bad accident a few years ago....so I figure at age 46...4 wheelin' is more my style and speed.

Any of the 3 plans were NO lose situations....but plan C allowed for my buddy Hercules to hit the trails with me. :icon_thumleft:

He is my faithful friend. :angel7:

and he absolutely loves to ride with me....so I had my dad snap a couple of shots of us before we got all mudded up 8)

My dad is not well...but he is a strong feller' :icon_thumleft:

...and getting to spend the day with him is wonderful. No amount of rain or storms can mess that up :angel7:

I hope you all get some hunting in this weekend. :hello2:

I am pretty much under water here...so please find some goodies for me :hello:

dave in iowa · Jun 19, 2009

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You look ready bryce , always good to see your posts no matter what they are my friend

allen · Jun 19, 2009

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time with your dad is priceless !!
I lost my dad 9 years ago and
miss the man like crazy !

ruffneck · Jun 19, 2009

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Bryce, I needed to see this post. My dad is 82, and it seems i'm always too busy, or so i think to spend time with him. When a person reaches that age, nothing is gauranteed. After reading Allens reply to your post, i'm dropping everything today and we're gonna hang out.
Thanks guys, I needed to get back to reality..
One thing about all your moisture up there. It makes for good detecting! HH. Ruffneck....

Jaw Jah Danny · Jun 19, 2009

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smart looking dog.

nice ride.

send rain !!!! , hot as *&%$ in South Jaw Jah !!!!

The Buzzard King · Jun 19, 2009

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I guess "quality time" and "diversity" are the key of life!
I'm SLOWLY learning how to not get TOO upset when I can't detect!

I definately appreciate time with my dad, (as he's my only living parent also), except we're 3 states away from each other, so it's not as often as I'd like.
Looks like fun Bryce! Cool dog too!

RPG · Jun 19, 2009

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You just made banner again in my book. My father worked hard all his life, retired, got sick and passed away. Didn't get to enjoy the fruits of his labor for very long. I value all the time we had together and like allen, I miss him. :'(

Good luck
Randy

curbdiggercarl57 · Jun 19, 2009

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You got one happy dog there!

jgas · Jun 19, 2009

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Bryce, I am sure you have already tried to teach the pooch how to sniff out old silver!

In any case, wish your Father a Happy Fathers Day this weekend for me my friend. Spend every moment you can because that is true treasure....Goodluck out there when the rain stops and be careful on the Quad! :thumbsup:

jgas

silverfreak · Jun 19, 2009

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jgas said:
Bryce, I am sure you have already tried to teach the pooch how to sniff out old silver! In any case, wish your Father a Happy Fathers Day this weekend for me my friend. Spend every moment you can because that is true treasure....Goodluck out there when the rain stops and be careful on the Quad! jgas

Thanks for the kind words my friend.

curbdiggercarl57 said:
You got one happy dog there!

He sure is Carl. Good luck on your next hunt buddy.

RPG said:
You just made banner again in my book. My father worked hard all his life, retired, got sick and passed away. Didn't get to enjoy the fruits of his labor for very long. I value all the time we had together and like allen, I miss him.
Good luck
Randy

Thanks Randy. I appreciate your thoughts.

The Buzzard King said:
I guess "quality time" and "diversity" are the key of life!
I'm SLOWLY learning how to not get TOO upset when I can't detect!
I definately appreciate time with my dad, (as he's my only living parent also), except we're 3 states away from each other, so it's not as often as I'd like.
Looks like fun Bryce! Cool dog too!

Thanks BK. I am enjoying time with dad while he is still able to do what he likes. :icon_thumleft:

Jaw Jah Danny said:
smart looking dog.

nice ride.

send rain !!!! , hot as *&%$ in South Jaw Jah !!!!

Thanks Danny. I'll send some rain your way. I sure don't want any more here. :laughing7:

ruffneck said:
Bryce, I needed to see this post. My dad is 82, and it seems i'm always too busy, or so i think to spend time with him. When a person reaches that age, nothing is gauranteed. After reading Allens reply to your post, i'm dropping everything today and we're gonna hang out.
Thanks guys, I needed to get back to reality..
One thing about all your moisture up there. It makes for good detecting! HH. Ruffneck....

Thanks Ruffnexk. Enjoy the time spent with your pops. :icon_thumleft:

allen said:
time with your dad is priceless !!
I lost my dad 9 years ago and
miss the man like crazy !

Yes it is Allen. I still think about mom and miss her every day..so I am trying to spend some good time with my pops while I can. :headbang:

dave in iowa said:
You look ready bryce , always good to see your posts no matter what they are my friend

Thanks Dave. Good to hear from you brother :icon_thumleft:

civilman1 · Jun 19, 2009

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That is One Cool Pic Bryce.....Sounded like a Great time you had with your Pop's.Beautiful Lab.... :thumbsup:

Sniper1K · Jun 19, 2009

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You made the right choice. If you would have said a Honda then you'd have a tough choice, but as it stands....at least you picked the right quad!!! :wink:

Hope you had fun with your Dad!

Mike

Tnmountains · Jun 19, 2009

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Great day with your dad. Hope you have many days. Good looking dog also but I cant believe he would ride a Honda

ha-ha Just kidding.

TnPolaris oops I mean Mountains

t-bucket · Jun 20, 2009

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Bryce, That looks like fun something I have not had in awhile !!!!! But my Dad is helping me on my house so spending some time with him.My SE is collecting dust and hope to get out this fall :glasses12:

Have a good one and good luck on your next hunt :thumbsup:

Dman · Jun 20, 2009

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Happy Fathers day.

kimsdad · Jun 20, 2009

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What? No monkey?

I miss my dad, too. He would have loved the idea of getting free money out of the ground and would definitely be into hunting if he was here. I'm glad you and your dad are getting some quality time together! :thumbsup:

What a great dog! Black Lab - my favorite breed! :wink:

Is there a broken down SE in that cammo bag on the front of that ATV? :icon_pirat:

Ronzie · Jun 20, 2009

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Seems like your in a good place. :icon_thumleft:

silverfreak · Jun 20, 2009

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Ronzie said:
Seems like your in a good place.

Thanks Ronzie

Kimsdad said:
What? No monkey?

I miss my dad, too. He would have loved the idea of getting free money out of the ground and would definitely be into hunting if he was here. I'm glad you and your dad are getting some quality time together!

What a great dog! Black Lab - my favorite breed!

Is there a broken down SE in that cammo bag on the front of that ATV?

No monkey this time Neil.
I actually put the SE back in the car after the lightning nearly shocked my shorts off

It is nice to be able to spend some quality time with dad....and Hercules helps keep me going.

Dman said:
Happy Fathers day.

Thank you D. Same to you to my friend.

t-bucket said:
Bryce, That looks like fun something I have not had in awhile !!!!! But my Dad is helping me on my house so spending some time with him.My SE is collecting dust and hope to get out this fall Have a good one and good luck on your next hunt

Thanks G-Money.
When things slow down for you...let me know. We'll see if we can't find us a wheatie or 2

TnMountains said:
Great day with your dad. Hope you have many days. Good looking dog also but I cant believe he would ride a Honda ha-ha Just kidding.

TnPolaris oops I mean Mountains

Thanks Tn

a good ol' fashioned brand war ribbing

...it's all good :laughing7:

Take care

Sniper1K said:
You made the right choice. If you would have said a Honda then you'd have a tough choice, but as it stands....at least you picked the right quad!!!

Hope you had fun with your Dad!

Mike

Thanks Mike

We did have a nice time.

civilman1 said:
That is One Cool Pic Bryce.....Sounded like a Great time you had with your Pop's.Beautiful Lab....

Thanks Civ.
I am going to spend as much time with dad as I can.
Hercules is a good friend.

mpostma · Jun 20, 2009

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Sounds like a great day to me!

Glad you got to spend some quality time with your dad!

I know what you mean about wet! I am at Great Lakes by Chicago for my daughter's graduation from boot camp.
My van looked like a submarine when I dropped her off during the storm last night!

My dad is a long way away, and being treated for cancer. So, I am glad you got some quality time with yours!

Best to you!
Mark

ps I didn't realize you were sooo much older than I am! I am only 45.

silverfreak · Jun 20, 2009

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mpostma said:
Sounds like a great day to me!

Glad you got to spend some quality time with your dad!

I know what you mean about wet! I am at Great Lakes by Chicago for my daughter's graduation from boot camp.
My van looked like a submarine when I dropped her off during the storm last night!

My dad is a long way away, and being treated for cancer. So, I am glad you got some quality time with yours!

Best to you!
Mark

ps I didn't realize you were sooo much older than I am! I am only 45.