Black belt Fisherman

Is there such thing? In our circle of life, yes, yes indeed.

Fishing has been a lifetime passion for our sons. It fit the bill years ago when they were young, when little money was floating around for exciting excursions for a family of seven on one income.

However, we had friends whose ponds were brimming with fish, and bubbly, cool mountain streams that called their names and won their hearts forever to fishing. Only equipment needed: one fishing pole per son. That was attainable.

It has been said what goes around comes around. Fishing has come full circle. Our grandsons fish like pros. I love going to “wet a line” with them. I am the main cheerleader and photographer. The fish call them from our pond and a generous neighbor who allows them access on his ponds as well.

As soon as their feet touch the ground here, they are off to the ponds. Only a whistle brings them in.

Their fathers have taught them well.

A great catch while fishing with his Uncle!
Passing the passion on.
They learned from a young age the magic and joy fishing offers.
They know every fish they catch.
A good Uncle teaching.
Not big, but fun catch from neighbors pond.
Any weather is good weather for the black belt fisherman.
Fishing goes everywhere.
Nice catch from neighbors pond!
Every fisherman has a great fish story! That’s one huge cat! Our neighbor grows them big!
They catch and clean. Pop-pop fries them. Eat local.
Black belt fisherman are always prepared.

Give a man a fish, he eats for a day. Teach a man to fish, he eats for a lifetime.

Thanksgiving Fun

Keeping active children engaged during family gatherings can be challenging at times. I am grateful for the fun, uncomplicated activities found on various child-related internet sites.

Thanks to my daughter for this fun, easy activity for Thanksgiving. I apologize for not knowing to whom the credit goes. But thank you!

We cut out ‘feathers’ from colored paper, put them all about the house. The children ‘found’ them and taped them to the drawn Turkey we taped on the wall. It was fun, but did not last very long.

My daughter drew the Turkey on paper and taped to the wall.
‘Feathers’ were strewn all about the house.
Helping the children tape on feathers.
Lots of fun finding the feathers.
Our turkey was feathered quickly!
It did not take long, but was fun!

Do you have special holiday activities? Please share!