Smirak

I was deployed to Iraq again in 2011/2012. In spring of 2021, my wife and I purchased a German shepherd pup and raised her and she has been the BEST pup anyone could ask for. She started having a nose bleed about 4 weeks ago and I actually googled dog sleep apnea mask because she was so stopped up. Bloodwork showed an infection, x-rays unremarkable. Wife took her back into the vet yesterday to see about follow-on care with a specialist. They advised us to go to this specialty vet clinic here in downtown HSV. We had planned on going this am. However, about 11:30 last night, she had a massive seizure, so we ran her to the emergency room vet. After discussions with them, we have all come to the conclusion it’s time to say goodbye. She’s had two more seizures this am already and going downhill quick. We are trying to schedule in home euthenasia, but it’s all booked up right now. Like I don’t understand? How do I schedule my euthenasia 2 weeks in advance when this just kinda started in the last 24 hrs. So, we’re gonna probably take her to our vet this afternoon and have it done there. RIP Georgia Smira. You’ve been such a good pup to us all…

I use the hyabusa trailer lock in both S and M. Like them a lot.

Thanks Allen. I’ll pick one up and give that a try. Might already have one, but it’s more fun to buy one instead of looking for one. 😂

I’m running a varivas on my bfs setup. I think I’m at like #0.05 (9lb equiv) or something like that…

I have a WP60 and it blows out at a “speedy” retrieve. Like to keep it from blowing out, you have to reel it slow. So slow that sometimes the tail doesn’t even plop. That’s just my experience.

I know there is somewhere, but I don’t know where it is…In the description on Barlows for the lure blank, it gives a recommended hook size.

He was on plane for a mile at 67mph without diverting when he hit the boat. He was definitely distracted. Here’s the latest from the local news… https://www.waff.com/2025/10/03/professional-angler-indicted-manslaughter-following-fatal-smith-lake-crash/

Go to Barlows tackle and buy some unpainted blanks. Grab a paintbrush and some acrylic paint and paint them pearl white. Throw on some eyes and you’re done. Blanks are usually in the $1 range.

Aaron Hunt recommends HH Customs. I have the strike king version. https://www.hhcustombaitsllc.com/product-page/micro-cyclops-buzzbait

What if you buy one in silver color?

Here’s how one convo went on Friday. ”ok Mr Kevin, I need you to sit on the table and lift your legs over onto it” ”I can’t, I mean I physically can’t get my leg to move.” ”ok Mr Kevin, I need you to sit on the table and lift your legs over onto it” ”yeah, ok”

I back my truck up in the water and get in the bed and push it into the water. The keel only hits water. This is a bonafide ss127

The indictment was handed down by Cullman Co grand jury yesterday. A true bill: 3 counts of manslaughter, 2 counts of 1st degree assault, operating a boat without a license and a few other misdemeanors.

Thanks all for the well wishes and speedy recovery!! I went to the physical terrorist yesterday and I swear to god, they are all sadists…

Back home. Nerve blocks are good. Leg wrapped up like a mummy. Thanks for all the well wishes friends!

I am headed to the surgery clinic tomorrow morning at 10 for my knee replacement. Called my last football game last night. Ready to get this fixed. Wish me luck.

Regarding ABEC… I used to be a purchasing manager for Timken. I was at the aerospace division in NH. That said, I can’t tell you if I ever saw ABEC mentioned/referenced in the plant, reference materials, blueprints, travelers, etc…

Oh wait, you’re right dean. I bought a Mike bucca baby bull rat at academy a few weeks ago. I’m doing good considering grass pieces have been in stock at a certain retailer for over a week now!!

Who originally posted the tat 80 from Shelton clothing? I just looked at their website and realized they are somewhat local to me…about 45 mins. I haven’t bought anything fishing related in almost 2 full months now. Now I have to find a reason to go west a little…

I’m a cuda fan myself as well. However, bass pro had a pair of red handled ones that are now discontinued. I like them a lot better and only have one pair left.

Made in the US has a very strict definition. Be careful there.

(Said in my Canadian accent) ”Sorry” I just couldn’t help it!

DM me.

I love fishing it, just no catches with it. I need to get another colorway I think.

I checked mine again, and there were 2 left. Shoulda just grabbed those, but oh well. I think all in, I bought around 40.