When Mason turned 6 I took him on a quick fishing trip with his own little spinning rod. I ended up breaking out the fly rod since nothing was taking his spinner. I was fishing for a while and Mason started complaining that he wanted to go home. I really wanted him to reel in a fish so we stayed a while longer as he was eaten by all the mosquitoes. We did land one fish but ever since he's told me he really doesn't like fly fishing. I realized the other day that he didn't understand the difference between "fly fishing" and "fishing while flies(mosquitoes) bite you".
I took him out again Saturday evening. There were no mosquitoes and we caught some nice fish. We both had a great time. I'd hook 'em and walk to the bank and let him reel them in. We caught 4 Rainbows and a Brook Trout.
As we were walking back to the car Mason said "Dad, this is the best day of my whole life". Usually Mason's hyperbole is a little more cryptic. Something like "Dad, this is the best day I never had" is more typical.
On the ride home I was telling him that Brook Trout are my favorite fish to catch because they are so pretty with their spots and orange bellies. He said nonchalantly, "Yeah, my favorite is sharks".
I'm hoping I'll have a bona fide fishing partner soon.
4 comments:
I noticed you posted this while at work. Is this what we went to years of school for? haha
I would be your fishing partner. If I could get a massage and facial after I'll go anytime you want.
let me know when you go fishing for sharks...I'll join you. As of late, fly fishing days are pretty much the best days I "never" had too... glad to hear you are able to do what I wish I could be doing more of... flyfishing! Nice touch!
I pretty much just like being in dental school, being told daily what I can't do, and never getting anything done. Flyfishing is for idiots.
D, I am glad Mason is learning while in his youth. So I need a good hatchet. Since you probably never read who posts on your blog Amy will probably tell you this, and if I don't hear from you in a week or so I will probably just call.
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