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prayers please

bigG — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 05:02:16 GMT

Guys and gals i usually don't ask for much but i need some prayers. my 12 year old daughter was just diagonised with gillian berre syndrome. they say with treatment it is reversable. she just finished her 5 day of treatment and 9 day in the hospital. she will be moved tomorrow to carolinas medical center in charlotte for a few weeks of rehab to learn to walk all over again. mine and her mothers heart are hurting and i don't know if i could of made it this far without GOD to lean on. i have to leave tomorrow for a few weeks with the military and don't know if i can do it but with GOD'S help we WILL get through. Keep us in youe prayers because the do work. thanks bigG

Problem with 500?

Caver Dave — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 02:53:36 GMT

Took my Mossberg 500 (18" smoothbore) with me while setting up a deer feeder. After the feeder was up, decided to run a few shells through it (co-worker gave me a box of #6). I shot 5x #6, 2x #4buckshot, 5x #6, and backed up a bit with a couple Rem. Sluggers.

Fired the first slug, the bolt opened and the shell ejected!

Hmm, must have been a fluke? Checked the bolt latch, cycle it a few times, & the bolt latched each time (had to press the release to open it). Nope, 2nd slug caused the same thing! :(

Not sure if this is common thing, a worn part, or a sign to stay away from the slugs? Any thoughts?

Favorite Movie

Hank — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 02:46:48 GMT

What is your favotite movie or movies?

I am a big fan of Open Range with Robert Duvall and Kevin Costner and I also like American Outlaws with Colin Farrell. Outlaw Josey Wales is one of my favorite Eastwood movies and I can never turn the channel when Tom Selleck and Quickly Down Under comes on.

Since I will be layed up at the house for a few days, I borrowed Lonesome Dove. Never seen the movie before and have just watched the first part. Starts off a little slow, but it's getting pretty good now. That Diane Lane is one good looking women in this movie.:greenjump:

Emoticons

Zombie — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 02:33:01 GMT

Incase the mods want to add any more emoticons, heres a site with alot. :D

Heres a link to hundreds of different ones, just scroll down and hit next.

http://www.emoticonsfree.org/page/11

Some of my favorites:

StoryCorps

GrizzlyBear — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 01:47:50 GMT

StoryCorps is a thing started by the national PBS. It sent two mobile recording studios around the country to allow people to interview their loved ones or to be interviewed themselves by a worker.

These are real people. Some amazing stories told here. It's a 40 minute interview and copies are being kept forever in the library of Congress.

Here's a mushy one that moved me.

You Tube

Wild Hogs In the Croatan National Forest

ncguy444 — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 23:47:37 GMT

Are there wild hogs in the croatan national forest?? I was on my way to New Bern on august 29th and saw a dead black hog on the side of either route 58 or 17 close to Maysville. I Googled wild hogs in NC and all the populations seemed to be out west in the mountains. Are these real wild hogs or excapees from Duplin county? Also I went to work on my timberland in Pamlico county and saw the biggest canebrake rattlesnake of my life hanging out on the side of the road.It was Probably a male looking for a mate. Wanted to take pictures but we had to catch a ferry in minnesott beach and the wifey said nooo way. I was wearing my new cabelas snake boots. It seems to me that the counties of craven, jones, pamlico in NC etc are just like the counties of georgetown, horry, berkely in SC as far as habitat and food sources. The counties mentioned in SC are thick as skeeters in september with hogs. So if there are hogs in that area will the population also explode over time or is there something I am overlooking. Thanks

Let's remember

team muddy creek — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 23:21:36 GMT

I know Saturday is the archery opener, but let's not forget about all the people that lost family and friends several years ago at those twin towers in NYC.I lost 343 brothers and sisters that share a common bond with me.That common bond would be saving lives.Please try to remember the family members on this tragic day.Thanks and may god bless you all.

Pray for me yall...

Thatredneckrockerdude1 — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 22:55:10 GMT

Not much more can fall apart right now... I'm at a loss about everything... Gonna be totally honest and say that if it weren't for football I'd be doing something stupid... please pray for me yall... I need it...

Inserts for Boots?

mekanizm — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 21:46:51 GMT

Buying boots are a pain for me because I need the arch support that most boots don't have. I am sure their are nice expensive boots out there that would work but right now I am cheap. My Hi-Tec Altitude IVs died right at one year. Big disappointment.

But I can find any number of size 13 boots that would work for me if they had more support in the arch. Does anybody have high reccomendations for an insert that works well, i.e. doesn't move around and lasts as long or longer than the boot?

Also, I read a book by a trophy whitetail archery hunter that spots and stalks and he used rubber boots with "Air-Bob" inserts IIRC. I couldn't google anything up. Anybody familiar with these?

Thanks,

Father Son hunting video

alwayshuntin09 — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 21:35:20 GMT

My dad and I went on a killer 2 week trip this spring to hunt some turkeys. I have only been hunting for about a year so I got hooked quick going to these awesome spots. First stop we went to Kansas with Central Plains outfitters and had a great hunt every time we went out. Our guide was really good and made sure everyone went home with their birds no matter what it took on his part. After a week out there we went up to Ohio to a friend's and had another good couple days of hunting ending with some fishing. Hope you guys like the video.

You Tube

NRA challenges pistol age limit law

CRC — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 19:45:59 GMT

NRA CHALLENGES CONSTITUTIONALITY OF FEDERAL HANDGUN BAN FOR LAW ABIDING 18-20 YEAR OLDS

Wednesday, September 08, 2010

Fairfax, Va. -- The NRA is challenging federal laws that prohibit law-abiding Americans eighteen through twenty years of age from legally purchasing a handgun through a federally licensed firearm dealer. The case was filed Tuesday evening in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas Lubbock Division. James D'Cruz of Lubbock, TX is the plaintiff in this case.

"In Heller and McDonald, the U.S. Supreme Court clearly stated that the Second Amendment guarantees a fundamental, individual right to keep and bear arms for all law-abiding Americans," said Chris W. Cox, executive director of NRA's Institute for Legislative Action. "That right is not limited only to Americans twenty-one years of age and older. Indeed, throughout our nation's history, adults beginning at age eighteen have served in the military and fought for this country with honor. But while the Supreme Court has consistently made clear that the federal government cannot ban or unduly restrict sales of items protected by the Constitution, the federal government continues to prohibit these adults from purchasing handguns from federally licensed dealers, which represent the largest and most accessible means of purchasing handguns."

The suit asserts: "At eighteen years of age, law-abiding citizens in this country are considered adults for almost all purposes and certainly for the purposes of the exercise of fundamental constitutional rights. Indeed, at eighteen, citizens are eligible (and male citizens could be conscripted) to serve in the military-to fight and die by arms for the country. Yet, Section 922(b)(1) prohibits law-abiding adults in this age group from lawfully purchasing -- from the most prevalent and readily available source -- what the Supreme Court has called "the quintessential self-defense weapon" and "the most popular weapon chosen by Americans for self-defense in the home."

The plaintiff, Mr. D'Cruz, is well-trained in the proper handling and use of firearms, including handguns. His initial training was with his grandfather, a World War II veteran, who wanted his grandchildren to understand the proper and safe techniques for use and storage of firearms. Mr. D'Cruz received further training from his father and as a member of the Navy Junior Reserve Officer's Training Corps, where he achieved the rank of Lieutenant Junior Grade. During his junior and senior years of high school, Mr. D'Cruz was a member of the JROTC's marksmanship team, and as member of that team has competed in regional and national marksmanship competitions. Mr. D'Cruz received numerous awards, including a first place medal for marksmanship, in a regional competition. Mr. D'Cruz also received a Foreign Legion unit award for marksmanship.

The case is D'Cruz v. BATFE.

-NRA-

Established in 1871, the National Rifle Association is America�s oldest civil rights and sportsmen's group. Four million members strong, NRA continues its mission to uphold Second Amendment rights and to advocate enforcement of existing laws against violent offenders to reduce crime. The Association remains the nation's leader in firearm education and training for law-abiding gun owners, law enforcement and the military.

SOmething I haven't seen discussed and I even searched

MyNewNCHome — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 19:35:47 GMT

Camelbaks. I love mine! I use a Camelbak MULE. That thing has become my "go-to" when it comes to hunting. I never enter the woods without it.

Anybody else?

Wednesday funny..

Putt — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 18:24:48 GMT

Charley, a new retiree-greeter at Wal-Mart, just couldn't seem to get to work on time.

Every day he was 5, 10, 15 minutes late. But he was a good worker, really tidy, clean-shaven, sharp minded and a real credit to the company and obviously demonstrating their "Older Person Friendly" policies.

One day the boss called him into the office for a talk.

"Charley, I have to tell you, I like your work ethic, you do a bang up job, but your being late so often is quite bothersome."

"Yes, I know boss, and I am working on it."

"Well good, you are a team player. That's what I like to hear.

It's odd though your coming in late. I know you're retired from the Armed Forces. What did they say if you came in late there?"

"They said, 'Good morning, General, can I get you coffee, sir?' "

Alberta Moose or Whitetail Hunt

Artistic Wildlife — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 17:22:16 GMT

If anyone is looking for a moose or whitetail hunt in Alberta, Canada for this year, please send me a PM and I will get back with you.

Vincent

Grace and Mercy

BROADHEAD — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 14:32:25 GMT

"Beautiful people do not just happen...The most beautiful people we have known are those who have known defeat, known suffering, known struggle, known loss, and have found their way out of the depths. These persons have an appreciation, a sensitivity, and an understanding of life that fills them with compassion, gentleness, and a deep loving concern...Beautiful people do not just happen..." ~ Elizabeth Kubler Ross

Rules from God for 2010

1. Wake Up !! Decide to have a good day.
"This is the day which the Lord hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it" Psalms 118:24

2. Dress Up !! The best way to dress up is to put on a smile. A smile is an inexpensive way to improve your looks. "The Lord does not look at the things man looks at. Man looks at outward appearance; but the Lord looketh on the heart." I Samuel 16:7

3 . Shut Up!! Say nice things and learn to listen. God gave us two ears and one mouth, so He must have meant for us to do twice as much listening as talking. "He that keepeth his mouth keepeth his life; but he that openeth wide his lips shall have destruction." Proverbs 13:3

4. Stand Up!!..... For what you believe in. Stand for something or you will fall for anything.. "Let us not be weary in well doing; for in due season, we shall reap, if we faint not." Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good..."Galatians 6:9-10

5. Look Up !!.. To the Lord. "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." Philippians 4:13

6. Reach Up !!... For something higher. "Trust in the Lord with all thine heart, and lean not unto your own understanding. In all thy ways, acknowledge Him, And He will direct thy path." Proverbs 3:5-6

7. Lift Up !!.. Your Prayers.
"Do not worry about anything; "Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. 'And the Peace of GOD.............Instead PRAY ABOUT EVERYTHING."
Philippians 4:6 -7A

God answers prayer.