My Son Is Home!

IndianaBowman · November 25, 2013, 12:21:00 PM

My son Tyler went on a two year mission for our church to Fortaleza, Brazil. He left October of 2011 and got home October 1, 2013. It was a long time to be without my hunting and fishing buddy.

Once he got home we got right back to hunting and fishing just like before he left. I only have him for a little bit longer as he will be moving off to attend BYU in Idaho. As most of you dad's know, once they go off to college getting them back home just doesn't happen. It'll be another 8 years or so before we can really enjoy our hunting and fishing again. Tyler is going for a BS in Biology and then hopes to continue on to dental school.

We enjoyed several fishing outings and he is just as good as always.

Here are a couple of nice smallmouth he caught and a 7# largemouth from Florida. He's been busy since he got home spending time in Indiana, Florida, and NYC.

Anyway, I guess bowhunting and fishing is just like riding a bike. He started shooting his bow regularly and within a week he felt pretty good about his shooting. We then started hunting. On his 3rd outing of the year, this nice young doe gave him a shot and he made it count. The deer didn't go 70 yards. The shot was high and a bit back, but was angling into the good stuff.

IndianaBowman · November 25, 2013, 12:25:00 PM

We just returned from a trip to Indiana with some good PBS friends and had a great time.

One evening we were all sitting around the campfire telling stories about our hunts and it came up that most of us were seeing a lot of raccoons. My buddy Gene said they were pretty good eating...well that pretty much sealed the fate on one as we have a "law" in our house that says "you kill, you eat it". Tyler has eaten Cardinals and Robins... Here's the result of his next outing.

And the "law" was followed. BBQ raccoon. He said he liked it. I'm glad I didn't shoot it!

IndianaBowman · November 25, 2013, 12:30:00 PM

During our Indiana hunt Tyler had several opportunities at does and very little bucks, but chose to pass them...that is until the final day. This unlucky buck made the mistake of strolling by his stand. He said it caught him by surprise...translation..."I was texting my girlfriend"...anyway at least he had the composure to grunt at it and it stopped with its vitals boxed between two trees at 19 yards. Following is the result..

You really couldn't ask for a better shot.

It sure is great to have my son home. I can only imagine the longing of fathers who have sons serving in the military. It must be a horrible emptiness in your heart. My son was in a pretty tough place and was robbed at gun point and hospitalized 5 times, but he is home safe. I am so grateful for all the blessing the Lord has given me. Thanks for coming along.

huntnmuleys · November 25, 2013, 12:35:00 PM

well he has certainly made the most of his time since hes been back. great pics!

Jerry Russell · November 25, 2013, 12:46:00 PM

Great stuff!

Brianlocal3 · November 25, 2013, 12:58:00 PM

Fantastic story. Thank you for sharing.

Friend · November 25, 2013, 01:22:00 PM

A well stated revelation of the genuine blessings we share.

Sam McMichael · November 25, 2013, 01:26:00 PM

He has been very busy, both with his mission work and with his hunting. I know you are very proud of him. It is really enjoyable to follow his many exploits. Thank you for sharing.

November 25, 2013, 01:41:00 PM

Awesome!

Bisch

far rider · November 25, 2013, 01:47:00 PM

Really happy day with the kids come home....no doubt.

reddogge · November 25, 2013, 04:09:00 PM

He looks to be a great outdoorsman. Congratulations, you raised him right.

Mamba · November 25, 2013, 04:58:00 PM

That's great Terry, I hope he can make it to Shawn's in February.

Caddo · November 25, 2013, 05:01:00 PM

Outstanding! You should be very proud!

LD

Stone Knife · November 25, 2013, 05:20:00 PM

Awesome homecoming, praise God for his service for the Lord.

Cyclic-Rivers · November 25, 2013, 05:49:00 PM

Welcome Home Tyler. Hope we can chase rabbits again this winter.

Congrats on your Deer and Raccoon.

Terry, you must fix the fishing pictures, they're hurting My neck!

Glad you are making the most of Tyler's time home

Izzy · November 25, 2013, 05:52:00 PM

Awesome bro, happy for the family.

glenbo · November 25, 2013, 06:27:00 PM

Happy your son is home Terry. Have a safe and happy holiday season.

Igor · November 25, 2013, 06:31:00 PM

Thank him for his mission's work and bless the both of you for the healthy relationship you've foster....at home and in the field...

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wapiti792 · November 25, 2013, 06:38:00 PM

Outstanding!!! Glad you have him home and many blessings for your family

ghall80 · November 25, 2013, 06:49:00 PM

I couldn't do 2 weeks without my sins let alone two years

Good stuff you guys didn't waste time