Thread: Notes for Old Codgers

Originally Posted by bumblefoot

I've just turned 61 and to be honest I still haven't come to terms with turning 60 yet! I am fitter now than I've been for years due to going to the pool 5-6 mornings per week and doing 1km of aqua jogging. I don't really have the time to go on multi-day missions. Having animals on a lifestyle block makes that tricky too. so most of the time I just do an arvo mission after a goat or 2 for the freezer.

A few years back I decided that if I enjoyed hunting goats and making tasty feeds from them then when I got the stage that I wasn't able to hit the steep hills for deer then I could probably still do easy country hunting for goats. My reasoning was that I didn't want to be one of those old guys who sit in their easy chairs dreaming of their golden days because they can't hunt deer anymore. And sorta becoming morose and moany old buggers. I've seen many farmers that have moved to town and sorta willed themselves away because they aren't on the farm anymore. I also grow as much food as possible and make chutnies etc from them. It's something that I enjoy doing and can still hopefully find joy in during my later years...

Greetings @bumblefoot,
At 61 you are a little young to be called an old codger but we are happy to have you aboard. I do appreciate your stories on hunting, gardening and cooking. I have had a small vegetable garden this year which will be extended over the winter. Nice to have fresh young carrots again.
Regards Grandpamac.