Got a good patience story for ya. My husband took his first buck when he was 16. He has continued to hunt since then. When he hit 35, he saw no deer within range of taking for 3 years. (We take pictures of all harvested deer) He also started bow only hunting at the same time, but he wanted the challenge. This year he finally took a doe during the first week. He also managed to take a P&Y in the 3rd week of rifle season. He had his moments of being disgusted during the 3 year stretch. Don't let it drive you crazy. I know it made my husband try all kinds of new tricks to get the deer to him, or him to the deer. (of coarse I would also have to tell you that he does get bored on those no activity days and takes a nap!)