[gja1000]

I drove home from the deer lease today. Gary went on Friday and I drove up yesterday. It is a nice drive and I only went because Gary wanted me to help him get things set up for a few days' stay. He'll come home on Tuesday.

It is a really pretty drive, this time of year. The drought has really brought out the colors of many bushes (sumac) and other trees. The color is the best I have ever seen in Texas. Too bad it is caused by the drought.

The little town near our lease was just bustling with activities. Gary bought a new hunting gun :roll eyes: in the little town and I would imagine no less than 5 employees thanked him for his business. He bought the gun because it is shorter and lighter than his gun and thus, easier to climb up into the deer blind with it hanging on your shoulder. He didn't really need it but it didn't cost too much and so why not. We also try to buy all the things we need for the deer lease, plus our groceries, etc. in the little town. I know they need the business.

I drove home this morning and am trying to get the house straightened up from all the stuff I brought in. I did some Christmas shopping too, at the little local store, mostly stocking stuffers, but now I need to put away all my bags and stuff.

I'm going to the Texas women's basketball game here in just a bit. The game is at 2:00. After the game I have GOT to go to the store and do the rest of my thanksgiving dinner shopping. The game will be over about 4:00, so I should have plenty of time. I need to stop by and see mom too. Everything will be easier since Gary isn't here and I don't have to worry about taking care of him!