2009.11.12
Myke Caldwell with a special Bedford County buck
Myke Caldwell sent in this shot of this nice Bedford County buck, killed on Halloween on the family's property.
"It's not the biggest buck on our farm, but it's special," wrote Caldwell, who also took a doe that day.
Caldwell said his dad died recently, and this season just hasn't been the same for him and his brother, Ronnie. He was hunting out of the last stand his dad hunted out of when this deer showed up.
"The buck came in within 10 yards like he had not a care in the world," Caldwell wrote. "I believe Dad sent this buck in to me. Thanx dad for this nice 3.5-year-old. We miss ya!!!!!!"
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And Mykes Dad was A good man
Comment by opal — November 13, 2009 @ 12:42 am
Nice buck! Glad it worked out for you
Comment by Todd Hostetter — November 13, 2009 @ 1:06 am
Wow what a photo! Not only is it a great buck but to have a picture with a story behind it as yours Myke.....It's awsome! Don't know if I would have the courage to get out in the woods after such a loss so I commend you for that. That stand and property will forever be blessed with memories and a spirit that will guide you and your brother for as long as the good Lord allows y'all to hunt.
Congradulations on two fine looking deer and I will keep you and Ronnie in my thoughts thru out the season. Best of luck to you and your family and be safe.
Comment by J.R. — November 13, 2009 @ 5:05 am
Congrats Myke, that buck will mean a lot to you with the memory of your Dad. I lost my Dad (best friend/hunting buddy) 3 years ago and I know exactly what you mean when you stated your Dad sent you that buck. I've had exactly the same experiences in the woods. Good luck the rest of the season!
Comment by Jason — November 13, 2009 @ 5:28 am
You've learned through the guidance of your father and I'm sure his smiling at your hard work.
Bravo Zulu!
Comment by Static Lines — November 13, 2009 @ 1:23 pm
Great Story, Great photo, Great Deer. I'm sure that this buck will be a special bittersweet memory for you. Congratulations Myke.
Comment by Ralph Barton — November 13, 2009 @ 1:53 pm
Way to go Honey! I know it's been a rough year but just remember that your Dad will always be with you and know that he is very proud of you and Ronnie!
Comment by Jill — November 13, 2009 @ 7:01 pm
Good buck Myke, Im sure your dad is smiling down on you right now.Just remember while your out there your old man is close by. Good luck with the rest of the season buddy.
Comment by Chad Mills — November 14, 2009 @ 4:47 am
hey myke we have two of three things in common in this picture. we both lost our dads recently and we both still have smiles on our faces. that says a lot about our dads. keep looking up brother. GOD bless's us more than we imagine. by the way the thing that we dont have in common...I dont have a buck. take care.
Comment by Bo — November 15, 2009 @ 10:14 am