Fishing Update

A couple weeks ago, I submitted a post about our family going fishing. I thought I would update you today.

Since that time, we have taken several opportunities to get in an hour or two of fishing some evenings after work.

Both Ab and AA have been broken in (each now catching a number of fish) and both are well capable (if not always willing) to bait their own hooks. We have learned that when you purchase "Night Crawlers" (extremely large worms) - you can fish more economically by dividing the worm (sometimes multiple times). This is also helpful when catching the size fish we have been catching since it is considered uncouth to catch a fish that is smaller than the bait.

We also learned that "Night Crawlers" will keep in your refrigerator for a week - that's better that chicken salad! However, it is a good idea to avoid additional comparisons between bait worms and chicken salad - or any other food for that matter! The practice also is very good for those who diet as it discourages sleepily foraging through the fridge for midnight snacks.

God answered at least one prayer there on the lakeside ... AA had had a win streak going, catching several fish over a couple days; Ab had not caught her first.

Despite our efforts not to pit them against one another, our kids are competitive and Ab rode home in tears that evening.

The next trip, things appeared to be going in the same direction - no fish for Ab. I prayed, asking God if it was okay to pray that way - I'd like for her to get to catch something.

In just a little while she drug in her first and then pulled in about five within just a few minutes.

I've noticed that AA and Ab are a little more careful lately not to rejoice overmuch when their catches exceed those of their sibling. That makes me proud of them.

Finally, lest you "True Sportsmen" (that's you CJW) find yourself smirking at the simplicity of our endeavours ... you should know that we also have fished for Bass and other "big-game-fish".

Unfortunately, the Bass and other "big-game-fish" were not aware that we were fishing for them or else they all had pressing previous engagements which kept them.

And another thing - just because the packet of life-like "oatmeal" fake lizards reads Bass Love Them!! - it 's not necessarily true.

I hope you enjoy the pics.