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It was good to finish moving my neighbor this afternoon. I know it will be difficult for him and his sister to live together. They are very different people. She has a family and a routine that she had probably hoped to have become simpler, not more complicated. And, he can be a bit grumpy and fussy at times. Even if that is what family is about, in these times it seems to be more of a phenomena than a typical type of event. I will keep them in my prayers, to be certain!
While I was there, we happened upon the topic of hunting. I suggested that I was more interested in the meat than, say, trophies. Oh yeah? his sister intoned? Well, how about... opening the freezer... taking some of this? Deer and elk meat in plenty, and well butchered by the looks of it. Are you sure? Yes, I have all this and hunting season is once again upon us. You do not like game, do you? No. Very well, for your sake... So, she got a bag, loaded up four roasts, and would have given me more but I indicated that I will be moving soon and that I have little space. Come back if you want more was her response. And, I probably will. I am currently thawing an elk roast.
Many of my tasks have now been completed. All I have coming up is registering for college (or simply turning in the one online, if there are some difficulties with it), emptying as much as I can from this apartment to my storage in preparation for my move, moving mid-month (and getting rid of this apartment, which I think will not be a problem), figuring out what to do about the hunter safety course that I missed, and looking for a house to move into this spring. Things I will now be able to do include hiking and more target practice. Oh, and perhaps a bit more fishing! Perhaps with the cold weather, there will be fewer fishermen. I will get started on some of this tomorrow, as early as I can wake up.
Life seems almost too easy now. I finished reading the bible and am making my way back through the New Testament, while looking for just the right study guides. I know what they are, roughly, but viewing them online is a bit nerve wracking. Covers change, titles can change a bit too, so I am looking for a local shop which might be a bit better since I would have someone to talk with about these things. I also lost track of studying. I should get back on that, but with the move coming up, I probably will not do so until that is done.
Have a great day!
Oh you lucky, lucky man! I drool at the thought of well-prepared elk roast!
ReplyDeleteI am not a hunter (believe it or not--not yet anyway), but I have had the good fortune to be associated with hunters at various times in the past, and have enjoyed both venison and elk numerous times.
I really need to get a new (if actually used since I want film) camera. I promised Jean an epie, and I would love to offer you an eslice of elk roast. But alas, my promise to her and any I would make to you would not come to fruition.
ReplyDeleteBut, yeah, luck favors fools. It HAS too! Hehehe Well, at least there is only a lot more where that came from. *grins* Hmm, if I ever get out that way, I will have to bring some with. I ought to look up recipes while I am at it. If I get to go next year, I should have extra. Elk offers a LOT of meat.
Your neighbor's sister is very generous. How nice of her! I think she appreciates all you have done for her brother but, probably has no idea exactly how much that has been.
ReplyDeleteI've had venison (and loved it) but not elk.
"Luck favors fools."... that is not you. Karma works. The Universe is rewarding you and showing that there are many good people still.
I'm really excited to see what kind of house you find to buy in the future. I envision a fully-loaded cabin with all available amenities and a breath-taking view.
But, I pray that you get whatever you really want. *s*
I think she had that in mind, in case he did not find a place. And, she had some belief that he would not find a place. Women are often ahead of the game in some things for sure. She let us toil in good faith though:)
ReplyDeleteAre you saying you don't like elk or that you have never tried it? I have not had it myself yet, though I have had deer. I am hoping to work with it and figure out how to cook it so that anyone can like it. Slow and low with the proper addition of fat is the way I have been told, for all game. I am excited to be trying my hand at it! Oh, and yes, I am a fool! Just a simple humble fool, and happy with that.
I am excited to be looking for a house too! Finally, in a place I trust and with good economic favoring for the buyer. Interest rates for me are down to 5.34% for a 30 year, or 4.16% for a 15 year. There is no way (I think) I could afford a 15 year loan though.
I should have a camera by then. If I can't afford a cabin as you suggest, I am hoping for something nestled up to the slopes with some land for sure. But I cannot swear to anything at this point. Something more rural if I can't get singular.