What's good TOO?
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rgecko23
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huntn2
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My son broke my heart and melted it at the same time today. His guinea pig had 4 more babies. 2 were born stillborn. He was happy and sad as could be expected for a 10yr old. I was busy all day. Never got done really. Was working on the AC for the house still at 1020pm. He came down into the basement with a sad puppy dog face and voice. "Dad. I still need to bury my guinea pigs. I have been waiting on you to get done working. Will you be done soon?" Done. Work ceased. We went out to the garden. He held the light and I dug the hole. I asked if he wanted me to say anything. He nodded and sobbed an "Uh huh." I said a few words and we buried them. Walked to the patio and held him. Talked a bit. Truly glad it was dark because the little bugger had my eyes watery when he said "I am glad they were born dead. That way I knew they didn't suffer any." I asked him if he knew what all this meant. He said "No." I said it means you are a special person with a great big heart. He truly is compassionate. He has had guinea pigs die before so this isn't a new thing. Just melts my heart the love he has and the compassion he shows. Some might not want their son to be this way. Some might think he is being a sissy and needs to toughen up and be a big boy. I don't think so. Just today he said he wants to put more time into hunting this year. With his sensitive side and big heart, this is a bit concerning. I have asked if he is sure he is ready to kill an animal. He says "If the meat goes in our freezer and I help feed our family, I will shoot one, but I wouldn't want to kill anything if it goes to waste." These moments of watching our children mature in front of us, yet still show their innocents and compassion are amazing little miracles. I am truly a blessed man.
rgecko23
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Big_Holla
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Well neither good nor bad! I finally made it!!!!!!!!! Got to my bone doctor today and he says left knee is bone to bone, no cartilage. I believe get All out of my body I kin! :smiley_crocodile: So 30 June I go under the knife one more time. Complete right hip replaced back 19 years ago has kept me going until now. 7/24 hurtin is enough. I'm looking 2 1/2 months down the road and doing the right knee. I may be a slow learner but I'm getting there. 
ickle:rotflmao
ickle:rotflmao
Great stuff Phil! You are raising your son to be a great young man. Men who feel the need to never show emotion do not go far in life. It's all about a balance and you're seeing the fruits of great fatherhood!
Best of luck COB-TY. I hope you are pain free as possible after the next few months.
Best of luck COB-TY. I hope you are pain free as possible after the next few months.
Good stuff Phil. This world needs more father's like yourself.
As for me, this is TOO GOOD. Got the radio cranking and just relaxing after a shitty day at work. I'll ask add, Corona with a lime is good stuff! I owe Jesse some credit lol.
As for me, this is TOO GOOD. Got the radio cranking and just relaxing after a shitty day at work. I'll ask add, Corona with a lime is good stuff! I owe Jesse some credit lol.
Great stuff Phil! I agree with the others about you and your son.
Good luck with your surgery Cob Ty!
Love the lime/corona mix Jake. Chillin to some tunes with some brewskis is very relaxing.
Good luck with your surgery Cob Ty!
Love the lime/corona mix Jake. Chillin to some tunes with some brewskis is very relaxing.
A+ Phil!
We're on your side Cob! Hoping for a quick recovery buddy!
Moundy, Bad day on the patio is better'n workin'!
Good stuff fella's!
We're on your side Cob! Hoping for a quick recovery buddy!
Moundy, Bad day on the patio is better'n workin'!
Good stuff fella's!
Thanks guys. Was just sharing because it was a moment to be proud of. Awesome to watch the kids mature in their thought processes and understanding of the world. Wasn't looking for any pats on the back but I appreciate it. I am no different than you guys. Certainly don't put myself on any pedestal. That is one of the things I like about this site. Bunch of top notch people around here. I feed off of your positives often. That is why we do our best to self moderate and keep the trash out. Lol
