12/06/2024
Update by Buf!
As you know, I do my best to keep our little family on the right track. I'm good at it, but I can't control everything despite my white paw on Dad's shoulder.
Last month we had The Guys staying at Sow's Ear for their annual Trinity fishing stay. They’re solid folks and we always look forward to their arrival. This year, they brought Dad a handmade fly rod crafted by Dave, who heads up the group. And his wife Dorine made JT a cuddly, delightful scarf that's finding its way into nearly daily use. How sweet is that?
Gary, one of The Guys, had to leave early because his wife took a fall. We didn't even get to say goodbye. Dave told us Gary fell down the stairs a few days ago and died soon after. Everyone is heartbroken. Dave has renamed their group Gary's Guys in his honor.
(Our round profile picture for Trinity River Adventure Cabins features The Guys; Gary is on the right.)
We had two deer incidents the day this picture was taken. On I-5, a deer appeared in our lane and it was headed toward the center divider across three lanes! JT was driving and she dodged to the right but who knows what happened next.
On our way up the mountain in the dark, we were sandwiched between guardrails on both sides of the highway and we had three vehicles behind us. One was about to pass us and suddenly there was a deer in our lane and facing us! All JT could do was a quick swerve to the right but we took out the deer and it took out the truck's left quarter panel.
We were really sad for the deer but glad for that shift to the right. Hitting a deer head-on often results in the animal coming up over the hood and into the windshield. Not good.
So here's a reminder to take care. If you live in deer country, expect the unexpected. Drive slowly (JT does unless we have a reason to rush). And most of all, cherish your friends and the time you have with them.
Love, Buf!❤️