Thanks all for the words of wisdom/encouragement.

I went out this weekend and ran some shells thru the Mossberg. I really liked the pattern that the Federal No. 5's (3 1/2") gave. Yeah, it kicked, but the recoil pad really took the brunt of the force. It litterally didn't hurt. Now, granted I do have a bruise on my shoulder now...but it was fine during the shots.

A friend of mine at work just granted me access to his 90 acre plot and told me to bag some turkeys and deer if I want. So, it's been a great day today!!!