This is one of those pictures that is custom made for the banner as it perfectly represents the “fur, family, fun and foolishness” aspects that are offered up in the tagline above. So, let’s dig a little deeper into the specifics of those items for today’s posting.

Fur – For these two boys, this 2013 trapping trip is a success as they’ve got what they’re after in terms of their quarry. And they get to be a hands on part of the pursuit in observing the techniques, seeing the results and helping handle the catch. Firsthand experience and an opportunity to create their own tales to be revisited as the years pass.

Family – These two boys, a pair of my folks’ eight grandkids, are my son, Jayce, and my nephew, Brady (my brother Brent’s boy). In the banner photo and the bonus pics included in this post, they are hanging out with Papa, Brent and myself. A great way to spend some time together with a dose of fresh air and plenty of the next two items which often go hand in hand when the youngsters tag along (or even if they don’t).

Fun and Foolishness – It’s always a full day of both of these aspects from the moment we buckle up in the truck to head out until we get back home (or some folks fall asleep on the ride). Tales of anticipation on the ride, goofing off over breakfast, flipping bellies on hilly country roads and the natural distractions that lie between each potential catch are all winners. Among the distractions are sticks that are weapons, stumps, weeds and bushes that are foes and the always appealing hedgeball. Throw in a pond and the hedgeball collection becomes even more appealing as its bombs away. The hedgeball in the hoodie trick was also rather entertaining with this pair as they laughed away while darn near knocking themselves out. Tough to beat fun in the great outdoors.

And yes, the big people have been known to launch a few hedgeballs as well over the years. Kind of steer clear of the whole hood deal though. Talk to you later. Troy