Brought home a nice one

Talondale · September 04, 2007, 03:42:00 PM

Well after many months of scouting, research, anticipation, three hard days away, I was finally brought home a real trophy.

Here are the stats:
Main Beam: 21"
Weight: 8lb 4oz

Some of you may know that we lost our oldest son last year to a brain tumor and this past weekend was full of bitter sweet moments. To hold my new son in the same hospital I held my oldest son as he slipped away was an eerie parallel. Justin was also the exact weight and length his older brother was when he was born. But God is good and we have new memories to add to sweet past memories. Just to keep it on topic what do you think his draw length would be? (Wait, that will get this moved to the Shooters thread) Should he use a longbow or recurve?

John Scifres · September 04, 2007, 03:48:00 PM

I think he looks a lot like you.

Heck that kid has 5 times more hair than me. That ain't sayin' much though

I think all babies look like lizards. Even My Littlest Lizard Cute lizards though - hehehe.

Congratulations!

Oh yeah: 10" draw with a 'curve.

fireman_3311 · September 04, 2007, 03:52:00 PM

Looks like a keeper!!!!

Forester · September 04, 2007, 03:53:00 PM

Alright Talondale! Congratulations!

I would suggest starting him with a recurve, or at least putting your new rattler skins on the stroller rails

Best wishes to all...and try to get some sleep.

brmize · September 04, 2007, 03:54:00 PM

Congrats!!!!

Brian

hormoan · September 04, 2007, 03:55:00 PM

Oh the wonders of children, and the joy they bring!

Welcome to the world, Justin!

Brent

Right handsome young man right there. JMO :D
Looks to be a recurve shooter, 55-60lbs @29" :D

BigRonHuntAlot · September 04, 2007, 03:57:00 PM

Chuck, Congrats my friend. That is an archer if I ever saw one. LOL God Bless.

jesse cales · September 04, 2007, 04:12:00 PM

looks like you got yourself a little huntin buddy.

pseman · September 04, 2007, 04:17:00 PM

Congratulations!

Mark

Curtiss Cardinal · September 04, 2007, 04:27:00 PM

I'd say God Bless but he already has so I'll say May the Lord continue to bless you and your's and Congratulations.

Mike Orton · September 04, 2007, 04:30:00 PM

That which does not kill you will make you stronger...I can not begin to imagine the spectrum of pain and joy your family has gone through this past season. When time permits take that long walk in God's backyard, abide with his critters for a bit, and just untie the knots in life's rope. God bless your new child.

vermonster13 · September 04, 2007, 04:38:00 PM

Congratulations on that handsome little man.

Curveman · September 04, 2007, 04:55:00 PM

God bless your family and congratulations!

Recurve shooter, you can tell!

Osagetree · September 04, 2007, 04:57:00 PM

Tim Fishell · September 04, 2007, 05:00:00 PM

Congrats man!! Seems like there are a lot of future Tradgang members being born lately. That is great to see!!

deertraks · September 04, 2007, 05:02:00 PM

paleFace · September 04, 2007, 05:09:00 PM

that's awesome Chuck, another bowhunter here in Virginia. congrads to you and your family. hope to see the little guy soon.

snag · September 04, 2007, 05:12:00 PM

It's been 25 yrs. ago that we were blessed with our first daughter. But even with my aging mind that day stands out like it was yesterday. Nothing like it! Hope Mom is doing well. Enjoy, they grow up fast...but the good thing is they make you a Grampa!

snakewood3 · September 04, 2007, 05:24:00 PM

Congrats !!!!

jacobsladder · September 04, 2007, 05:25:00 PM

Your son is smiling down on his little brother.. He knows that he is in great hands. Congrats on such a beautiful baby..