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If you have followed along then you’ll know that in November I harvested my first deer. It was 4 years in the making. Trying to stay quiet, shivering in my gear that I thought was sufficient for the elements (don’t go cheap on hunting clothes), worried that my inexperience would lead to a poor shot on an animal. ⁣
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Finally, this year I was presented with an opportunity for a shot. It found its home right where I intended. A merciful ending compared to what the winter and coyotes had in store. ⁣
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Senior members of my camp helped me dress it, and a professional processed the meat for me. Next harvest, I will be taking on those responsibilities myself. All part of the process.⁣
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These sentiments replay in my head each time I go to the freezer, prepare the meat, and tend to it over the cast iron. Hunting is many things, but if you’re doing it right it should be a microcosm of a proper life. Intentional action yields a true appreciation for the results. ⁣
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Needed some cold air in the lungs.

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I have the benefit of history and a trail of progression to look back on. I can revere those who fought for justice because they were right. The decades since have proved it. ⁣
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Today I am reminded, forced, to ask myself to consider the current voices of indignation. The ones that spout off about meaningless issues. Seeking change that isn’t necessary. Wishing for progress in areas that need none of it. ⁣
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I HAVE to do this because others won’t.⁣
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MLK did not die, he was killed. Many thought he was wrong, turns out he was right. ⁣
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So, what could I be missing? Who is speaking truth now that I am ignoring. What changes should be made today, but instead will fall to my grandchildren? Am I sitting by or participating in injustices that seem inconsequential, but will make future generations cringe? ⁣
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This might seem dramatic. I’m telling you its not. Every single day we are charged with the responsibility to fix what others got wrong, to continue what others got right, and create our own trail of positive change.⁣
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Additionally: This photo was taken at a South Carolina rice plantation. This fireplace heated a two room lodge. Within the walls were multiple families. All contributing to the millions of dollars in their plantation owners pockets, the building of entire cities, and economies. Repaid only in snake bites, illness, and physical labor. This is our history.

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Nose pointed in the direction of mom’s cooking.

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For release 2/3/2020⁣
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It’s been a minute since I’ve done a product drop. Maybe, this is the start of a more consistent practice. ⁣
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Limited run. Quality. Something to make your grandkids say “ohhhhhhh.” ⁣
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Thanks Carter. ⁣
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@lmbrandhide @carterwheelock

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Everyday use. ⁣
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@lmbrandhide ⁣
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@winchesterrepeatingarms

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Cold Shower. Nature Style.

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A bit of saved history thanks to @refugesalvage ⁣
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This lamp is serving the studio well. ⁣

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I love nature and I love this little trail. The only perfectly straight lines I ever see are from the work of men’s chainsaws. The snow does a great service in erasing their appearance.

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I was raised in the church my entire life. Admittedly, it wasn’t until 2019 that I took REAL ownership of my faith. I asked and answered questions I’ve had since I could put thoughts together. ⁣
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I’m still of this world. Judgmental, quick to anger, jealous, lazy, doubtful, confused, and imperfect. Despite all that, things make more sense now than they ever have. ⁣
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A cross inked on my finger doesn’t make me more holy. It’s just my own permanent sticky note. I wanted you all to know.

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Society is enamored with the idea of leadership. However, the truth is, we are more often presented with opportunities to follow. There is great value in that. ⁣
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@lmbrandhide showing me a thing or two about a thing or two.

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No fancy presents. Just a stick and a 60 degree day in December.

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Some days you pay the bills in pennies.

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First time using a whetstone. More therapeutic than anything, but the blade did get sharper.

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I don’t see beavers very often, but this one spent Thanksgiving in my grandparents pond and he was HUGE. ⁣
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@zachcramer11 , @cramer.11 and I got real close while @cramer.11 captured the shots. ⁣

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Earlier this week I realized choosing and allowing are the same thing. ⁣
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I never CHOOSE to be out of shape, but I sure as heck ALLOW it. ⁣
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The result is the same. What are you allowing/choosing to rule your life? ⁣

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There is an emotional cost to this endeavor. I don’t want to lose the understanding of that. It’s why I took this video. To remind myself how it felt the first time.

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Last year at this time. ⁣
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📸: @cramer.11

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Grandpa’s old dive knife. ⁣
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“When sharks would come around we were trained to go back to back with our buddy and keep an eye out”

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