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Author Topic: Grandson's first bow!  (Read 661 times)

Offline snag

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Grandson's first bow!
« on: July 30, 2010, 09:23:00 AM »
My grandson has been coming over to our house and saying "bows and arrows" for quite some time when he sees mine. He is only 2 1/2 yrs old and was thinking, along with his parents, that we should wait until 3 before giving him his first bow. Well between Dallen's persistence and grandpa giving in to his pleads I presented him with a bow last night. The bow was made by a friend on this site named Oregon Oakie. Thanks Russ! Your bow was a huge hit! Infact, the wading pool activity took back seat!
 At first Dallen couldn't believe it when I handed it to him and said it was HIS bow. His remark was "Dallen's bow??? After it sunk in he immediately asked about arrows! haha So, I put up some cardboard and walked him back about 3yds.  We talked a little bit about some basis safety stuff. Then I helped him with putting the arrow on the string and stuff. His first shot stuck in the cardboard. That was a big deal! He had to yell back to mom, who was on the deck, of this accomplishment. Lots of fun. What a blessing. Thank you Lord.

   

   
Isaiah 49:2...he made me a polished arrow and concealed me in his quiver.

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Re: Grandson's first bow!
« Reply #1 on: July 30, 2010, 10:00:00 AM »
Cool stuff right there, let the Journey begin!   :clapper:
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Re: Grandson's first bow!
« Reply #2 on: July 30, 2010, 10:02:00 AM »
Now that's a long bow.. Congrats to You, Dallen and to His parents.


So did He out shoot You?

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Re: Grandson's first bow!
« Reply #3 on: July 30, 2010, 10:04:00 AM »
i can't wait to get my son his first bow, congrats!
pick a spot stupid!

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Re: Grandson's first bow!
« Reply #4 on: July 30, 2010, 11:15:00 AM »
How very awesomely cool is this?

Way over the top I'd say!

Thank you for sharing this moment with us and keep up the good Grandpa-ing!

God bless,Mudd

PS:recurvecody, It's never really too early!!~
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Re: Grandson's first bow!
« Reply #5 on: July 30, 2010, 12:22:00 PM »
He's a pretty strong little guy for 2 1/2yrs old...at least I think he is...don't know a lot of 2 1/2yr olds! So he can pull it back and hit the target pretty well for a newbie. He actually tries to hit it instead of just pulling and letting it go. Kind of surprised me!
I've got to build him some arrows so he has a matching set...haha  I think the quiver I had laying around is about as big as he is! I'll need to make him one that fits him. I will have him help me in these projects so he can see what goes into making them.  Fun stuff!
Isaiah 49:2...he made me a polished arrow and concealed me in his quiver.

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Re: Grandson's first bow!
« Reply #6 on: July 30, 2010, 12:35:00 PM »
Cool!

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Re: Grandson's first bow!
« Reply #7 on: July 30, 2010, 12:38:00 PM »
That is great.

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Re: Grandson's first bow!
« Reply #8 on: July 30, 2010, 03:11:00 PM »

Bow "A" is the bow I've been saving for my grandchild...if I EVER get one.
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Re: Grandson's first bow!
« Reply #9 on: July 30, 2010, 07:55:00 PM »
VA, I've seen a very few of these. That would be a great bow for a kid!
Isaiah 49:2...he made me a polished arrow and concealed me in his quiver.

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Re: Grandson's first bow!
« Reply #10 on: July 30, 2010, 09:38:00 PM »
Snag, very cool! Your pics and story make me even more anxious to give my son his first longbow. Enjoy it! ...my son and I won't be far behind your Grandson and you!
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Re: Grandson's first bow!
« Reply #11 on: July 30, 2010, 09:54:00 PM »
Very neat!
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