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Great stuff Mike. Good to see the show through the eyes of a spectator. On a side note, I sure would love to hear more about those Domino targets from Danage.

Couldn't tell you what's the best one to "buy" but I can tell you I've NEVER had an issue with the free edition of Avast as well as the free editions of several spyware programs such as CCleaner, Malwarebytes, Advanced System Cleaner, and Super Anti spyware. No sense in paying for something that can be done for free just as effectively.

The list of accomplishment s will continue to grow for you Randy because you are the type of person everyone gravitates to. You are a model of integrity and humility with special God given gifts that only enhance your positive characteristics. Bowhunting and archery may have put you on the road to celebrity but it won't be what you are wearing that will keep you there. It will be the person you are inside. Congrats on the fine opportunities.

There are way too many memories of Randy O for me to list them all but I think the first one may be the most telling. Many years ago I came to the Realtree forum because I was an avid bowhunter looking to share similar likes with other people. I began reading and sharing my own thoughts and quickly became part of the Realtree family. One day I was posting about my two young sons and how they too picked up the love for archery that I possessed. It wasn't very long after that post that I was contacted by one Randy Oitker. I believe he was a mere 17 year old at the time but even at that young age he possessed a maturity and understanding that few adults ever master. It was soon afterward that I ended up getting a package in the mail addressed to my sons with a ton of gear and magazines for them to enjoy. I couldn't believe what that man did for my boys. It was a definite surprise and honor that my boys took to heart. They couldn't believe they had been acknowledged by a professional archer/hunter and that he took the time out of his busy schedule to not only send them some gifts but that he would call them personally and have a good ol down to earth conversation with them. They were in awe of that little piece of generosity that sprung from Randy's heart and to this day they count Randy as one of their friends. As a father, nothing could have made me happier to see them boys smiling when they got to speak with such a fine young man. Since then he has become an inspiration to them (and me as well). Not so much for his archery accomplishments, although they too are very special, but because he is what every man should inspire to be. He is generous beyond a fault. He promotes archery and good honest living to every young person he meets. He lives by integrity, honor, and humility and those three things are what makes Randy so special. He works as hard as any man and still takes time to share his life with many people. He constantly reminds us of what being a man is truly about. I am honored and a better person for having met Randy and consider him not only a great friend but family. I can only pray that my boys become a fraction of this man. Randy, I thank you for being the person you are and wish you nothing but success in everything you do.

Latest update: As you can imagine, the past few days have been very hard on all of us. I wanted to share a couple things with everyone that have happened over the past few days. As you know, Ethan passed away on Thursday at 7:45 pm. The following morning (Friday), as the staff at his school were entering the school they saw a beautiful rainbow above the building. It wasn't a full rainbow, just part of one and it had not rained. Everyone knew it was a message from Ethan telling them that he was in Heaven and was ok. One of the teachers took a picture and I have posted it here for everyone to see. Saturday morning we all awoke to a blanket of beautiful sparkly snow. I had never seen snow that showed so much iridescence. Ethan's obituary is in this morning's papers. The link is below: http://dmvobits.com/posts.cfm?st=9&obit=31213 Thank you again for all of your messages and emails. It warms our hearts to know that Ethan has touched so many in his short life. We miss him terribly and our hearts will remain broken. With Love, Michelle PS - Many of you have asked for our address it is: 1416 Rising Sun Road Camden, DE 19934

Just wanted to let you all know Ethan passed away tonight at 7:45 pm. It's a bittersweet loss knowing the pain and suffering he was enduring but his light will shine on forever. Godspeed young Ethan.http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/ethanmaxwilliams

Thank you for posting this Darla. Ethan happens to be a good friend of mine's 'step son'. I used quotes for that because it's not an "official" position but one that comes from being in a relationship with Ethans mother. This entire family is experiencing something that I could never imagine. As such, I'm glad we have people such as yourselves praying for Gods grace in this particular situation. I thank you all on behalf of the William's family.

Never have any trouble remembering your B-day cuz it falls on the same day as my sons!! So Happpy Birthday to you bud and here's hoping we celebrate many more.

Definitely Splendawesomendous!! Well done Randy!!

Your "official" statement might be a bit premature Randy. I spoke to someone that may be able to get something accomplished for you. She is the Government Relations director for the USOC Archery Team. I sent your mother the details and she said she's looking forward to hearing from you. Never give up the dream my friend.

Lord knows he's been trying to slow it down, but I don't think he realizes that sabotaging the tractor every chance he gets isn't gonna work.:D:D WTG Randy!!

Hey Darla- You'll have to send me your credit card and social security numbers for me to verify if it is a scam!!:D When in doubt, always err on the safe side.

There was never a doubt!! Congrats Randy from Rita, Jeff, David and myself!!

I appreciate all your help. Keep em coming if ya can. Thanks a bunch gang!!

Bowhunters with Lighter Draw Weights Howdy folks!! I'm trying to gather some information for a project I'm working on and I am requesting some factual data from those that can provide some. If you or your children are currently shooting a compound bow with less than 50#'s of draw weight I'm hoping you can provide me with some factual specifications on your setup. What I'm asking for specifically is the following: Draw Weight Draw Length Arrow Speed Arrow Weight and Length Bow Brand and Mfg Arrow Brand and MFG Age Your help and cooperation is certainly appreciated on this mission and I thank each and everyone of you for lending your assistance. Ted

Depends on the bow but 80% of the time you'll find me shooting a WB.

But the ultimate question is are you more impressed with a 150" deer that was taken with a regular nock as opposed to a lighted one.:D

Through a program called Motorola Phone Tools. Send me your email and I'll send you the program if it fits.

In my opinion, some of the criteria for P&Y entry is laughable. Letoff of 65% or 80% with an asterisk? No lighted pins? I wonder why there isn't something such as deer lures and cover scents, blinds, stands, or camo listed as non binding criteria. Seems to me that there are a few things allowed that are far more conducive to getting a deer than some of the non allowable things. In the end it boils down to this- If you want P&Y recognition, you have to play by their rules.

Tri color camo with olive, tan, and black. Very nice!!

No doubt about it. But I still like our chances against them if it ever came down to it.:D:p:p

Simple recipe is Montreals Steak seasoning, Hickory Liquid Smoke, and Lea and Perrins. Dry rub with the sqasoning and then marinate with the Smoke and L&P for 24 hrs. I too use the oven and turn it on it's lowest setting (180 on my oven) and leave the door jarred open.Great stuff!!

Now that there is one fine buck. Way to show the ol man up Casey!!:D

Sorry I missed your call Darla. I'll give ya a ring tomorrow.

Most estimates range between 39% and 50% of US households having at least one gun(thats about 43-55 million households). The estimates for the number of privately owned guns range from 190 million to 300 million. Removed those that skew the stats for thier own purposes the best estimates are about 45% or 52 million of american households owning 260 million guns).