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Reality Check
#2000789
01/23/17 02:26 AM
01/23/17 02:26 AM
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Joined: Oct 2000
Posts: 6,137 Clay-Trussville area
Big Al
OP
12 point
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OP
12 point
Joined: Oct 2000
Posts: 6,137
Clay-Trussville area
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I've enjoyed this site for many years, but the fact is I never really belonged here. I'm not the avid outdoorsman I wish I could be. I rarely fish anymore, I hunt deer maybe one day a year and I usually do one dove shoot a year. What few guns I own, I might shoot once or twice a year. I've really tried to fit into this world of the outdoors, but the fact is, I really don't fit in anywhere. I've tried to develop or participate in different hobbies, but I have very little aptitude or talent for doing anything. About the only thing I really do well is cook and eat, and now that is backfiring on me. I suffer with Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and a crazy cough I can't seem to get rid of. Needless to say, as much as I like to eat, I have no self control when it comes to it and my diet is anti diabetic. All I seem to do is sit on my fat butt and push a pencil most of the time. I've been at my job for 31 years, but I'm not even good at it. I keep trying to do the best I can because I have a wife who deals with a chronic illness and my daughter is in college. If anything, I do want to take care of my wife and get my daughter through college. I'm praying I can at least do that.
I'll probably check in and read a few post (and check my private messages as I have a couple of things going on) maybe once a month going forward just to see how everyone is doing, but Aldeer just isn't my niche (I always wanted it to be, but I finally came to the realization I just don't fit in here). Heck, I don't have a niche. I'm just one of those folks that doesn't seem to fit in very well anywhere.
All of you take care and I wish you well in what remains of this years deer season. And hopefully, Mr. Trump will be the President we're all hoping he will be. Take care and God bless you all!
Big Al
"Said I never had much use for one; never said I didn't know how to use it". -Matthew Quigley in "Quigley Down Under"
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Re: Reality Check
[Re: Big Al]
#2000790
01/23/17 02:35 AM
01/23/17 02:35 AM
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Joined: Nov 2015
Posts: 12,918 Old Florida
Geno
Booner
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Booner
Joined: Nov 2015
Posts: 12,918
Old Florida
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Don't sweat it man. Just do the best you can with what you have to work with. That's all anyone can ask and you're doing fine.
We always look at ourselves with a jaundiced eye and sometimes it looks like we're not doing as good as we would like.
I will miss you if you decide to leave. If you decide against it, I will continue to enjoy your input.
Whoever is happy will make others happy too. Anne Frank
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Re: Reality Check
[Re: Remington270]
#2000805
01/23/17 03:17 AM
01/23/17 03:17 AM
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Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 2,685 West Florida
westflgator
10 point
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10 point
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 2,685
West Florida
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Big Al is a good dude, helped me out when he didn't need to. For the record, a lot of folks don't hunt as much as the "hardcore" among us. I haven't made it out as much as I like, but there's always next season. I haven't really been at all either (a couple of real short scouting expeditions in the late evening), but there are a lot of really good guys on here that I enjoy reading their posts when I have time to check in. Just listening to the tone of your posts I get the feeling that you may be overwhelmed, maybe even depressed with how things are going for you in regards to your health, work, relationships, etc. Just remember that the situation you are in is temporary. Your signature says it all...just trust in Him, and if you need anything from the guys on this board just let us know.
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Re: Reality Check
[Re: Big Al]
#2000808
01/23/17 03:21 AM
01/23/17 03:21 AM
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Joined: Dec 2016
Posts: 10,409 northport
deadeye48
Booner
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Booner
Joined: Dec 2016
Posts: 10,409
northport
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Al if you enjoy this site then don't leave it man..We all search for things in life that bring joy to us' for some it may be hunting/fishing or some other hobby/passion that we have. I didn't join this site for any reason other than a recommendation from a friend. I get a kick outta some of the posts and comments on here and like to give a word of advice or knowledge...God knows we need more humor in this old world because theres enough bad to worry us all to death so again don't quit something you enjoy
When I need expert advice I tend to talk to myself The older I get the better I used to be
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Re: Reality Check
[Re: Big Al]
#2000809
01/23/17 03:22 AM
01/23/17 03:22 AM
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Joined: Nov 2015
Posts: 2,021 Tennessee
Bait57
8 point
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8 point
Joined: Nov 2015
Posts: 2,021
Tennessee
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Brother I can promise you that I don't hunt as much as I would like too. I used to hunt a lot. But then I got married and had kids. And soon enough I found myself hunting less and less. Heck I think I've been once or twice this season thanks to my crazy work schedule and my kids. Not saying my kids are preventing me at all. Heck I would rather be home and hang out with them.
Do what you feel is best for you. If I can help you then let me know. If not then I wish you the best and hope to see you soon.
I would rather be tried by 12, than carried by 6.
Famous redneck last words -- Hey y'all watch this... Hold my beer.
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Re: Reality Check
[Re: Big Al]
#2000829
01/23/17 03:44 AM
01/23/17 03:44 AM
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Joined: Oct 2012
Posts: 3,995 Anytown. usa
pcamper
10 point
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10 point
Joined: Oct 2012
Posts: 3,995
Anytown. usa
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Sounds like your in a slump. We all go through slumps every now and then. The older we get seems like the harder the struggles become. Truth is, most of the guys that post on ALDEER do it for the conversation, interaction, entertainment, ex. The majority of post here are not even hunting related. Im a Hunter but 90% of my post have absolutely nothing to do with hunting. I just enjoy reading what all these "crazys" write. I love picking and harassing these nuts.
Sounds like it would do you good to jump in and harass the liberials, barners and all the other lost people on ALDEER. Who knows, someone might need your insight!
Lone Watie: I'm glad you stopped me when you did. I might have killed her
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Re: Reality Check
[Re: Big Al]
#2000877
01/23/17 04:24 AM
01/23/17 04:24 AM
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Joined: Jan 2003
Posts: 12,706 behind my Dillon
dave260rem!
Skinny’s Ex
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Skinny’s Ex
Joined: Jan 2003
Posts: 12,706
behind my Dillon
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Al trust me aptitude is nice but not needed in life.None of us hunt as much as we would like to.
Skinny is my EX.Alcohol was involved.
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Re: Reality Check
[Re: Big Al]
#2000880
01/23/17 04:27 AM
01/23/17 04:27 AM
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Joined: Jan 2014
Posts: 6,648 Trussville Alabama
inatree
14 point
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14 point
Joined: Jan 2014
Posts: 6,648
Trussville Alabama
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Big Al you are a good man and great neighbor. I hope you change your mind on your decision. If I can do anything for y'all just let me know or come around the corner. I am here for you brother. This sight is full of good men and your one of them.
Free men aren't equal and equal men aren't free! I choose to defend my freedom!
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Re: Reality Check
[Re: Big Al]
#2000949
01/23/17 05:13 AM
01/23/17 05:13 AM
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Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 7,595 Hartselle, AL
trlrdrdave
14 point
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14 point
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 7,595
Hartselle, AL
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Lisinopril = cough Yep me too!
"In time of war, send me all the Alabamians you can get, but in time of peace, for Lord's sake, send them to somebody else." General Edward H. Plummer
"Blessed are those who, in the face of death, think only about the front sight." Jeff Cooper
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Re: Reality Check
[Re: Big Al]
#2000956
01/23/17 05:16 AM
01/23/17 05:16 AM
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Joined: Feb 2013
Posts: 7,899 Huntsville AL
Rocket62
14 point
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14 point
Joined: Feb 2013
Posts: 7,899
Huntsville AL
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You've gotta be kiddin me! I'm on Lisonopril and I've been coughing for months. I guess I should be checking for side effects of drugs I take
Big AL if you go you will be missed. There is obviously no knowledge, aptitude, or even common sense requirements for the general forum also!
I don't want to pass quietly into the night. I want to slide in sideways kickin and screamin Life really is awesome ... Soak it up while you can ...
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Re: Reality Check
[Re: Big Al]
#2001068
01/23/17 06:17 AM
01/23/17 06:17 AM
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Joined: Apr 2000
Posts: 12,247 Oxford, AL. USA
Big Game Hunter
Doesn’t Know His Code
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Doesn’t Know His Code
Joined: Apr 2000
Posts: 12,247
Oxford, AL. USA
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You've been here since the beginning so you know this isn't really a hunting page.
Yeah we talk about hunting and share some pics and stories but there is a lot more talk of other topics than there is of hunting.
Best wishes either way.
IKNOWMYPHUCKINGCODEDAMMITYOUDICKHEAD!!!
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Re: Reality Check
[Re: trlrdrdave]
#2001080
01/23/17 06:28 AM
01/23/17 06:28 AM
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Joined: Sep 2012
Posts: 18,052 North AL
AU338MAG
Old Mossy Horns
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Old Mossy Horns
Joined: Sep 2012
Posts: 18,052
North AL
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Lisinopril = cough Yep me too! I believe Big Al's post shows he actually does fit in on Aldeer. Seems like a good guy living with some tough situations. Best wishes to you Big Al!
Dying ain't much of a living boy...Josey Wales
Molon Labe
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Re: Reality Check
[Re: AU338MAG]
#2001129
01/23/17 06:56 AM
01/23/17 06:56 AM
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Joined: Nov 2015
Posts: 21,445 HSV AL
jmudler
Freak of Nature
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Freak of Nature
Joined: Nov 2015
Posts: 21,445
HSV AL
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I believe Big Al's post shows he actually does fit in on Aldeer. Seems like a good guy living with some tough situations.
Best wishes to you Big Al! Well said.
Isaiah 5:20 Woe to those who call evil good and good evil, who put darkness for light and light for darkness, who put bitter for sweet and sweet for bitter.
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