So I learn the real truth

[7mag.]

You need to do whatever you have to, to spend time with your dad. My dad and I were very close. I was lucky and got to work with him for the last 3 years of his life. We spoke every day, if we didn't see each other. When he started archery hunting, he still came to modern deer camp with me just so he could be there. When he died in my arms, all that time we spent together wasn't even close to enough. After your dad is gone, you can't go back and spend time with him, so do it now, while you still can.

[haugenna]

Sorry to hear about your problem. Guess I am one of the lucky ones who's wife says go ahead,be safe and see ya when you get home. Maybe I should order some roses right now for her.LOL

1800 Flowers is running one hell of a sale.  I know b/c I just ordered some

[haugenna]

GrainFed,

I feel for ya.  It's not my dad but my grandpa.  She is so concerned with his health she has one foot in the grave and he seems great to me.  He is 80 mind you.  She will yell at him to do something and he just sits there like he is deaf and then looks at me and winks.  Quite comical actually.  You get him near a casino and that cane goes airborne.

There are a lot of things in life that we cherish and those priorities change as we grow older.  Hold no grudges against your father and look for other avenues for you and him to spend quality time together over the next year and perhaps he will come around for the following season.  Get to know her a little more as well.  It will be extremely difficult for your dad to be caught in the middle of his son and wife.    

[GrainfedMuley]

Thanx guys...ALL good advice. This has turned oput to be quite the theropy session. You have made me stop and think about other things between us as well. Haugenna, I realize that I don't want my Dad to be stuck in the middle between me and her. BUT!  Blood is ALWAYS thicker than water. I was raised that that unless a family member has done something very bad...Family ALWAYS comes first! Through thick or thin....When I was a kid we would bass fish alot. I am wondering if she would even let him go fishing? Regardless...I have been through alot of adversity in my life and I will stand tough and still go chase bambi. I have to keep my streak going. Going for 6 in a row. My Dad will know where I am and when I will be there. Hopefully he will call me before the season starts. I do know that if I push the issue with her it will get worse. Keep the good advise coming. Thanx