Tim,
One thing your going to have to do Is stay out there until It's time to leave (no more shooting light). If you keep doing this your handicapping yourself, your just educating the deer on where you are. Right before dark is usually the best time for deer moving.
I'm happy you had a hunt of your life but It will get much better If you play by there rules a little more. Stay put, they'll be there. If you don't, they will not.
Good luck Tim!