|
|
Joined: Oct 2004
Posts: 26,570 Likes: 17
Campfire Ranger
|
Campfire Ranger
Joined: Oct 2004
Posts: 26,570 Likes: 17 |
Took off today, just sitting here wasting time. My wife and daughters are out
getting themselves beautified. In a bit we go to the church and get the food prep taken care of, last night we decorated up there until late.
Tomorrow, I have to take that walk.
The one that's made me misty just thinking about for the last 21 years.
I'm gonna shake hands with a good young man, solid Christian, worker,
hunter and obsessed fisherman. (I like him.)
Then I have to give away one of the most important things I've ever done, or had.
Her cat, who usually only plays with me, jumped on me and laid down purring.
I think he senses my mood. Really wish I hadn't started this post, it's getting worse, not better.
What a puss!
Wouldn't post it, but to hide it would be even more pussified.
Gonna be glad for the craziness tomorrow, but I'm dreading the drive home tomorrow night. Sounds like she got a good one. Congrats. I am a total sapp when it comes to stuff like that.
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 19,545 Likes: 1
Campfire Ranger
|
|
Campfire Ranger
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 19,545 Likes: 1 |
That’s a rough day, but in the good way.
Congrats to the soon to be newlyweds. I sincerely wish them the best and you and your wife as you navigate this new channel in the river.
MAGA
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Nov 2019
Posts: 971
Campfire Regular
|
Campfire Regular
Joined: Nov 2019
Posts: 971 |
I had that privilege a year and a half ago. Held up pretty well until my daughter requested a dance. She played one of my favorite songs. I lost it. I didn’t know she had it planned.
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 25,528 Likes: 4
Campfire Ranger
|
|
Campfire Ranger
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 25,528 Likes: 4 |
Congratulations to you and your family!
I’m sure that my father in law (RIP) thought little of me when I married his most cherished “possession” but as the decades rolled by we became closer than ever. I was the only person he could remember the last year or so and I cried like a baby when I took the call from the doctor that we’d been expecting. I loved him as if he were my own father and I KNOW that he loved me!
Proving to him that I was worthy of taking the hand of his greatest treasure is one of my greatest achievements..I make sure everyday that I continue to earn that honor despite him being gone almost 4 years now…
�Politicians are the lowest form of life on earth. Liberal Democrats are the lowest form of politician.� �General George S. Patton, Jr.
---------------------------------------------------------
~Molɔ̀ːn Labé Skýla~
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Oct 2004
Posts: 26,570 Likes: 17
Campfire Ranger
|
|
Campfire Ranger
Joined: Oct 2004
Posts: 26,570 Likes: 17 |
Congratulations to you and your family!
I’m sure that my father in law (RIP) thought little of me when I married his most cherished “possession” but as the decades rolled by we became closer than ever. I was the only person he could remember the last year or so and I cried like a baby when I took the call from the doctor that we’d been expecting. I loved him as if he were my own father and I KNOW that he loved me!
Proving to him that I was worthy of taking the hand of his greatest treasure is one of my greatest achievements..I make sure everyday that I continue to earn that honor despite him being gone almost 4 years now… Folks, this is why this man is one of my 'fire favorites.
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 15,556 Likes: 3
Campfire Ranger
|
|
Campfire Ranger
Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 15,556 Likes: 3 |
Dbuck - big congrats. Your Op is quite telling, and rest assured there are other guys out here who know your thoughts and feelings tonight. We've been through the moments - 3 times in my case.
It will go beautifully and help you remain a happy and satisfied Dad.
NRA Member - Life, Benefactor, Patron
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: May 2005
Posts: 1,703
Campfire Regular
|
|
Campfire Regular
Joined: May 2005
Posts: 1,703 |
It's a tough walk my friend. You will be ok.
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Sep 2014
Posts: 21,830 Likes: 4
Campfire Ranger
|
|
OP
Campfire Ranger
Joined: Sep 2014
Posts: 21,830 Likes: 4 |
Update!
We were at the church working after the rehearsal, and my daughter brought me her phone, "It's for you". Since she is the only one with service, her To Be called her to get me.
"Karl, can you get away from her?"
I'm thinking " OH crap, he is so worked up he wants to bail."
I know he hadn't eaten all day, had crapped his heart out, and had been on the verge of dry heaves.
Instead he ask about my Night Before the Wedding, how scared/worried I was.
How I got through it, did it. This kid is admirably solid, better than I at 20 by far.
But he gets worked up easy, worries about what people think, is terrified of letting them down. And scared to death of screwing up tomorrow.
Stuff that was not a problem for me, I was way more afraid of the lifetime commitment.
We talked, I hope I gave him some comfort.
Parents who say they have good kids..Usually don't!
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Sep 2014
Posts: 21,830 Likes: 4
Campfire Ranger
|
|
OP
Campfire Ranger
Joined: Sep 2014
Posts: 21,830 Likes: 4 |
Parents who say they have good kids..Usually don't!
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 8,780
Campfire Outfitter
|
|
Campfire Outfitter
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 8,780 |
Very nice, congratulations.
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Aug 2017
Posts: 9,071 Likes: 1
Campfire Outfitter
|
|
Campfire Outfitter
Joined: Aug 2017
Posts: 9,071 Likes: 1 |
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Nov 2002
Posts: 33,727 Likes: 2
Campfire 'Bwana
|
|
Campfire 'Bwana
Joined: Nov 2002
Posts: 33,727 Likes: 2 |
Well done sir, well done by all. A new journey begins.
Conduct is the best proof of character.
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Sep 2011
Posts: 60,912 Likes: 14
Campfire Kahuna
|
|
Campfire Kahuna
Joined: Sep 2011
Posts: 60,912 Likes: 14 |
These premises insured by a Sheltie in Training ,--- and Cooey.o
"May the Good Lord take a likin' to you"
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Nov 2004
Posts: 10,022 Likes: 3
Campfire Outfitter
|
|
Campfire Outfitter
Joined: Nov 2004
Posts: 10,022 Likes: 3 |
Congrats! What a blessing these days that they're making it legal. If time has to March on be happy when it's marching in a good direction.
Bb
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Dec 2013
Posts: 44,435 Likes: 8
Campfire 'Bwana
|
|
Campfire 'Bwana
Joined: Dec 2013
Posts: 44,435 Likes: 8 |
Congrats and God Bless all, Dillonbuck.
Slaves get what they need. Free men get what they want. Rehabilitation is way overrated. Orwell wasn't wrong. GOA member disappointed NRA member 24HCF SEARCH
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 1,958
Campfire Regular
|
|
Campfire Regular
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 1,958 |
Good luck to the young couple!
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Sep 2014
Posts: 21,830 Likes: 4
Campfire Ranger
|
|
OP
Campfire Ranger
Joined: Sep 2014
Posts: 21,830 Likes: 4 |
Parents who say they have good kids..Usually don't!
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 3,200 Likes: 1
Campfire Tracker
|
|
Campfire Tracker
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 3,200 Likes: 1 |
OP, I hope they have a happy life together. It’s hard letting go for sure.
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Apr 2011
Posts: 151,726 Likes: 14
Campfire Savant
|
|
Campfire Savant
Joined: Apr 2011
Posts: 151,726 Likes: 14 |
I’ve done it twice, very hard, but have two superb son in laws that are outstanding fathers and husbands. Both married I’ve 20 years.
I gave away best friend’s daughter, he passed away at 50. That was more difficult than mine for me.
My grandaughter that you all have see grow up since 7 is engaged. My son-in-law is gonna have to take that walk before long. She turned 21 yesterday
I pray they live a long happy life together
Last edited by hanco; 04/24/24.
|
|
|
|
|
Joined: Oct 2021
Posts: 2,419
Campfire Regular
|
|
Campfire Regular
Joined: Oct 2021
Posts: 2,419 |
Congratulations to your lovely daughter and new SIL. I hope they have a lifetime of happiness!
"Aim right, squeeze light"
" Might as well hit what you're aiming at, it kicks the same whether you miss or not"
NRA Life, GOA
|
|
|
|
|
108 members (6mmCreedmoor, 338reddog, 14idaho, 01Foreman400, afisher, 8 invisible),
1,476
guests, and
824
robots. |
|
Key:
Admin,
Global Mod,
Mod
|
|
|
Forums81
Topics1,192,370
Posts18,488,324
Members73,970
| |
Most Online11,491
Jul 7th, 2023
|
|
|
|
![[Linked Image from i.postimg.cc]](https://i.postimg.cc/wT00Cg6p/Screenshot-20240423-211449-Facebook.jpg)
![[Linked Image from i.postimg.cc]](https://i.postimg.cc/j2KYFtRf/Screenshot-20240423-211625-Facebook.jpg)
![[Linked Image from i.postimg.cc]](https://i.postimg.cc/fbJdVhnY/Screenshot-20240423-211828-Facebook.jpg)
