Hooray! I made TrackerK’s Do Not Kill List! Which is a definite relief since I’m pretty sure that he has something in his Swiss Army truck that would make certain they would never find the body. Hard to blame him though. He’s got a little girl that is so cute she’ll make your teeth hurt. Good reason to be prepared for anything. Although, I’m pretty sure she and her big brothers would be pretty formidable even without dad. I got to see them all shoot, and I haven’t ever had the pleasure of seeing them fight.

I kid. But I have to admit I have a soft spot for dangerous women. TrackerK is married to one and is raising another. And a pair of boys that should grow into men deserving of dangerous women to share their lives.

We also got to spend time with Ginny who ostensibly writes Cat O’ Nine Tales, but in reality she just neglects it*. She also brought her boys who were, as usual, a joy to be around.

Also in the bunch was my brother-in-law (who should blog but doesn’t*) and his wife (also not blogging*). Brother-in-law assassinated a watermelon which was videoed by old friend Beej’s friend, Brian. The video is up on Facebook; I’ll have it here with the pictures later.

By the time we got to the big field on Monday, we were down to just DanielS and AEPilotJim, but we still had fun stretching out the rifles for a bit. And we only started one grass fire. It actually went out on its own before the guys could get to it, but it made for some great pictures of the trek across the field in Jim’s jeep.

This was only the second opportunity we’ve had to spend time with DanielS and AEPilotJim. It was really nice to get to know these 2 guys in the smaller group that finished out the trip. Daniel left straight from camp to head home, but we got the opportunity to introduce Jim to a fantastic burger joint near our house. Where he cunningly snagged the ticket and treated the family. Thanks Jim!

The campout was great fun. I’ll have pictures to share soon.

*That could be interpreted as a nudge or something.

Miguel over at Gun Free Zone made me a poster in honor of my recent celebrity smackdown.

Love it! Thanks Miguel!

It’s getting closer and I’m very excited.  The weathermen have peered into their crystal balls and consulted their Ouija boards and are predicting lovely weather.  It should be in the upper 80s to low 90s during the day and cool off into the 60s at night.  Perfect camping weather.  We are expecting some rain during the week which should be just enough to eliminate any burn ban fears but not enough to make the dirt road into a mud pit.

A few people have asked what to bring.  Bring your camping gear.  Chairs are most welcome.  Picnic blankets are always nice.  The site is completely rustic* so be sure to bring water.  Bug spray is certainly recommended.

We will be cooking hot dogs on the campfire.  We’ll have dogs, buns, and basic condiments.  Any contributions to the meal will be welcomed and appreciated.  Adult beverages are welcome as well.  Obviously, to be consumed after the shooting portion of the event. We have not yet come up with a breakfast plan.  Suggestions?

If you show up in sandals or otherwise open shoes, you’ll be very unhappy.  You’ll get sand and stickers in your shoes.  Ouch!  Hiking boots or similar will make you much more comfortable.  Yes, even I will forgo the heels for the event and don a pair of Doc Martens.  (Although I do own a saucy red pair.)  Also, long pants.  Not setting a dress code, just trying to avoid a repeat of a rather unpleasant event that included short shorts and flip flops on a previous guest.  I want everyone to have a good time.

I know that Sprint and AT&T signals are typically strong in the area so we aren’t completely cut off.  But my hope is that we’re all having too much fun to check on Facebook

Did I miss anything?  If you have any other questions, post them in comments or email me.

*completely rustic as in nope, no bathrooms.  Lots of trees though.

Nope.  The fisking of the anti isn’t here.  It’s here.

Noted quote:

He writes about “violence enacted by guns” as though the little suckers go gallivanting about of their own free will, just looking for someone to shoot. Guns do not kill people. Gun operators kill people. Whether out of malice or negligence, it takes human interaction for a gun to become lethal.

As they say, RTWT.  And comment.  Hubby enjoys the discussion.

Directions have been sent out. If I missed you, let me know.

Pearls has moved and her new digs are beautiful.  Make sure to update your links.  And if you weren’t following her, you should be.  She is here now.  Formerly known as My Modern Country Home and hopefully sometime soon, I’ll be able to add her to the bloggers I’ve met category.

Plans are under way for the first ever blogger camp out organized by yours truly and the EvylRobot.  If you will be (or can be) in the OKCish area for Labor Day and would like to be included, let me know.  Jennifer AT injennifershead DOT com.

Camping will be at our very own sooper secrit location with no amenities that you didn’t bring with you.  Although, there is a fast food restaurant and Dollar General not too far away.  It is beautiful and private.  There will be much laughing and hanging out and, of course, shooting.  And we can set up for some nice long distance shooting as well.

Contact me for more information!

I told you about all the cancer around last week.  My friend is still in the hospital.  The cancer is in her bones and liver now.  They started chemo yesterday.

My great aunt passed away on Sunday night.  She had lived a good, long life of 85 years.  Life is a funny thing.  She had a new great-grandchild born on Sunday morning.  One life in; one life out.  The family is always changing.

One of my cousins is remembering her here and here even through her own battle with, you guessed it, cancer.