Samuel's First Deer

Samuel got his first deer this past Saturday morning but I don't know who was more giddy with excitement, he or his dad. This is a moment Joseph has looked forward to since before Samuel was even born. Not the actual kill of his son's first deer, but the whole hunting experience with his son(s). He truly loves getting out in the woods and the quietness and oneness with nature. He has always talked about the bonding time it would provide for them. So anyway, this past weekend was a special time for them.

Yes, it scares me seeing my baby/big boy sitting there with a gun looking so grown up. I just can't think about all that goes on probably while they are out on a "hunt". The climbing up into a tree stand and however far up that is and just the handling of a gun. I just have to trust and pray that God will protect them both as they enjoy this experience together.

Roll Tide & Thank You

Last Saturday night Samuel & I had an exciting, unexpected night out! We had pictures done for our Christmas cards with Kim Lawson at 4:00. On the way home we were talking about what we were going to fix to eat while we watched the ballgame that night and Samuel says that he would really like to go to the game. I tried to talk Joseph into taking him down and trying to get tickets, mind you it is now about 5:00 and kickoff is at 6:45. Joseph suggests that Samuel and I go since I have not even been to a game this season. Of course Samuel gets all excited at the possibility so we go home, quickly change into warm clothes, gather up all of our ball game necessities and head down. We found tickets right off the bat with seats that were covered and with our backs to the brisk wind. We had a great time and it was some much needed one-on-one Mother/Son time. Now, how many husbands would give up a ballgame opportunity to stay home with a little one, just so wife/mom could go to a ballgame and spend some quality time with her oldest son? Not many I would guess. I truly am blessed to have such a wonderful husband and father to our boys!

Samuel's First Hunt

Samuel is growing up! One sure sign is his new desire and excitement about hunting with his dad. Sunday afternoon they went out for the first time and he actually had the opportunity to take a shot at a doe, but missed. He was fine with that though. He was just so excited about the whole experience. I foresee many years of male bonding taking place up in Fayette County for these two and, not so long down the road, John Michael as well. He already cries when his daddy and big brother leave the house, so I'm sure he will be tagging along as soon as they will let him.

My First Deer - A Six-Pointer

Wednesday night on our way to church I got my first deer, although not on purpose! I guess you could say it actually got us with $2,000 worth of damage to prove it. Thankfully no one was hurt! We were on our way to church at about 6:15, it was dark, we were on Martin Road. I looked up, saw the deer and immediately hit the deer. It happened that quick. John Michael never even knew what happened and Samuel couldn't wait to get to church to tell his buddies. It was sad actually to think that I had taken the life of a living animal. No pictures to post of this one!

Halloween Happenings

We had a great time on Halloween. Both boys were so cute/cool in their costumes and had a blast on our neighborhood trick or treat hayride. We started the morning out with a field trip to Birmingham to Disney on Ice featuring The Incredibles. We all enjoyed it, John Michael included. John Michael was so cute in his Little Big Al costume and was a favorite among fellow trick or treaters. Samuel did an awesome job coming up with his own costume this year. I was so proud of him! Hope your halloween was great also.