RE: I'm kicking myself now
Ohhh Dave I'm crying for you. One miss is tough but the second has got to hurt. I guess that's why we call it hunting, there are no guarentees in the woods.
I'd chalk this one up to experience and hope for another close incounter. Who knows, that may have been a blessing. His big bro may be the one who make a fatal mistake in front of you. I sure hope so!
Good luck!