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Beau’s “Doggymoon”
Little did I know—when I saw my Mommy trying on the most fabulous white dress in front of this massive, three-sided mirror—that all kinds of exciting things were about to happen. I scrunched down on the carpet, my tail wagging back and forth, and could not take my...
From Hunting Mom to Mother of the Bride
My daughter Alexandra’s June wedding to her fiancé is right around the corner! As the big day approaches, capturing beautiful moments that only a mother of the bride can seize is my number one priority. Navigating spring turkey season—during which the...
Not “The Girl Next Door”
“When we got married, I thought she said, ‘I do,’ but she must have said, ‘I hunt.’” This past December, my husband and I celebrated our 37th wedding anniversary, and I was surprised that he was just as excited as I was to mark the occasion with an impromptu photo...
Hunting
When the Lights go out in my Backyard…
Footprints were everywhere, going up and down the boat ramp and all along our deck, and it looked like a mud wrestling match had gone down on the boat. “They’re back!” I yelled at my husband. He looked up from his morning coffee to see what all the ruckus was about....
Fishing
MURRELLS INLET WATERS… What’s Lurking Beneath?
A haven for just about all water sports, Murrells Inlet is a mecca for outdoor enthusiasts. With the opening of public boat launches—after months of being closed due to COVID-19—the Inlet is again in high demand. Warm temperatures, gentle ocean breezes, and welcoming...
Lifestyle
Beau’s “Doggymoon”
Little did I know—when I saw my Mommy trying on the most fabulous white dress in front of this massive, three-sided mirror—that all kinds of exciting things were about to happen. I scrunched down on the carpet, my tail wagging back and forth, and could not take my...
Female Friendly
Perry’s Bait & Tackle News—–Jessica’s Dream Comes True!
A new lodge where avid anglers can spend time with friends and family Just when you thought Perry’s Bait & Tackle couldn’t possibly offer anything more for fishing enthusiasts, the story has gotten more exciting! Situated right behind Perry’s iconic,...
Wing Shooting
Doves and Dandelions…
Tugging, pulling, plucking feathers . . . “Why would anyone want to do this?” my hubby complained. “Don’t you know that the skin is the best part of the gamebird?” I retorted. I had finally talked him into helping me pluck feathers after years of using only the...
Shooting Sports
Me and My Beretta!
If this sounds a bit familiar, you may recall that I wrote a blog post called “Me and My Benelli” a couple of years ago. There I go again . . . falling in love with another Italian shotgun. Embracing my Italian roots (I am of 100% Italian ancestry), I have long been...
My Story
Hi there! I’m a real estate agent by day, an avid hunter on the weekends, and this is my blog. My passion for hunting is rooted in growing up in a hunting family with 6 brothers and sisters on a 250 acre dairy farm in Northeastern Pennsylvania.
