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Title: Slowed down a little
Post by: bjansen on July 15, 2010, 11:24:00 PM
Well,..about 4 months ago, my multiple bows being built a month came to a screaching stop.  I think from back then, over the last year I got some type of bow built on average every 8 days...but not so much any more..I haven't lost interest but I am just a little short on time now.

Instead of spending nights in the garage mixing epoxy, I've been mixing formula and changing diapers in the house.  Its been great too!..Heres a pic of the future bowyer that I'll be training over the next decade.  I think hes going to pick it up pretty quickly too!

  (http://i492.photobucket.com/albums/rr287/bjjanse/2010010.jpg)
Title: Re: Slowed down a little
Post by: Roy from Pa on July 15, 2010, 11:33:00 PM
Very nice Brad, congrats.
Title: Re: Slowed down a little
Post by: Jack Guard on July 15, 2010, 11:58:00 PM
Congrats !  Man do i know how you feel.  I have to say, i always look forward to seeing your posts.  i love the bows you are building.  If there is any one thing to hold you back let it be your children.  

I have three boys and about 6 unfinished self bows in the garage.  Enjoy your time !

Jack
Title: Re: Slowed down a little
Post by: walkabout on July 16, 2010, 01:55:00 AM
congrats. i know how it is, i have a 7 month old daughter who is absolutely adorable. bows will always be there when you have the time. my daughter has one of those bumbo things too, theyre great for helping them develop a strong back for sitting up straight.
Title: Re: Slowed down a little
Post by: Apex Predator on July 16, 2010, 05:54:00 AM
Great stuff Brad!  I'm positive that will become your best/biggest project to date!
Title: Re: Slowed down a little
Post by: jess stuart on July 16, 2010, 09:04:00 AM
Brad that is a great looking future bowyer.  Looks like he will pull a pretty heavy draw weight before long. I see one of those 46" recurves in his future in not to many years.
Title: Re: Slowed down a little
Post by: ranger 3 on July 16, 2010, 09:43:00 AM
Spend all the time you can with him, they grow up fast. Nice looking boy and love the shirt.
Title: Re: Slowed down a little
Post by: Trux Turning on July 16, 2010, 11:37:00 AM
Congratulation- the adventure and memories begin!!
Title: Re: Slowed down a little
Post by: NEProf on July 16, 2010, 11:44:00 AM
You will not regret the time you spend with your son rather than making bows! My last son moved out a month ago and it sure is lonely.
Title: Re: Slowed down a little
Post by: kennym on July 16, 2010, 05:59:00 PM
Thats great Brad!

The adventure begins,savor it!  :bigsmyl:
Title: Re: Slowed down a little
Post by: tradbower on July 16, 2010, 07:11:00 PM
Congrats , Brad !
  All the good times are just starting, for you and the young
                      :archer:  
            Pete
Title: Re: Slowed down a little
Post by: Blkbird on July 16, 2010, 07:22:00 PM
Before you know it he will be out the door with his own life just like us.Time spent between now and then is what counts.Enjoy the good times.
All the best
Roger
Title: Re: Slowed down a little
Post by: Dmaxshawn on July 16, 2010, 10:56:00 PM
I can understand why you don't want to build bows right now Brad. Congrats.  

Shawn
Title: Re: Slowed down a little
Post by: Kevin Winkler on July 16, 2010, 10:57:00 PM
Enjoy them while they are young! They grow up way to fast.
Thank God for Grand children, they help to make me feel young again.
Title: Re: Slowed down a little
Post by: Swissbow on July 17, 2010, 03:58:00 PM
Congrats Brad ! Enjoy every minute with him, because the grow up so fast. Love the shirt  d:-D

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Andy
Title: Re: Slowed down a little
Post by: White Oak on July 18, 2010, 11:34:00 AM
He is a lucky young man to have a dad with your intrests and talent to pass along. Have fun Brad.
Take care,
Ed
Title: Re: Slowed down a little
Post by: sulphur on July 19, 2010, 10:01:00 PM
congratulations Brad!
Title: Re: Slowed down a little
Post by: DVSHUNTER on July 19, 2010, 10:21:00 PM
congrats brad.  It won't be long and he will be following you around MOJAM and making bows!
Title: Re: Slowed down a little
Post by: bjansen on July 19, 2010, 10:25:00 PM
Thanks guys.  Yeah Dave I am looking forward to that.  I think your boys shot a thousand times this weekend....they just cant get enough of it.