It has been an odd year for sure. We had set a goal of 50 outings for 2023 and have been stuck on number 41 for quite awhile. And for someone that has fishing on the brain almost 24/7, it has been tough not to go. Part of the reason is work as well as the high temperatures.
My wifes mother had to have her leg amputated above the knee due to a bone infection/ wound that just wouldn’t heal. Fortunately she has bounced back quickly and is in good spirits. Her rehab has been going well and it looks like she might be able to go home soon. It will be a few months before she will get a prosthetic and is able to return to some semblance of normalcy.
Needless to say, we have been stuck close to home. And I am in no way blaming that solely on my mother-in-law. It has been HOT! Months have gone by where it has been in the 100F’s and 90’s, but that might be coming to an end soon. We are looking forward to Trout Season which should kick off sometime in November and December.
The wife and I haven’t made much in the way of rod and reel purchases this year. We each picked up Daiwa Airity 2000 reels and I have one rod coming soon, the rest has been tackle. Trying new lures and techniques is always fun as we constantly learn and adapt.
I did get to hang out with the Grandson last weekend. His birthday was October 1st and his Mom got him a fishing rod for his birthday. It was fun teaching him how to cast in the front yard and brought back some great memories of when my Dad taught me. Fortunately for the Grandson, the ranch backs up to a lake so he will have lots of adventures in his future. And yes, I do hope and pray that he takes to fishing like I did and I will continue to encourage him. He has no idea how much Grandpa will spoil him IF he dives into fishing headfirst. But he’s 8 now, so the wind may blow his interests elsewhere.
With that I will close this blog post. 50 outings is still the goal and we will do our best to accomplish that. We still have 3 months left and will make the most of it. Thanks for reading…
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