I bet you felt a great weight lifted off of your shoulders. Good score, after a few trips/couple years don't forget the feeling you have right now. To many people think a privilege becomes a right after doing something so long. If he is a hunter, you want to work around his hunting schedule. Things like that will make him smile instead of hate himself for letting you in to cut. Great job for sure!
He doesnt hunt, hes retired but still enjoys being out. His only request was to help me sometimes for a little excercise.
I just read thru this post and got say that you deserve that "You Suck" award. Congratulations on a great score!