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Thanks for the input Geoff! My little rant was cause I'd be thrilled to catch a fish even half that size and some didn't seem at all impressed! Haha! Plus...I'd had a few rum and cokes late on a Friday night and was more inclined to speak my mind! I don't think anything could actually discourage me from this forum and all the awesome members here...I'm HOOKED! I just wanted to stick up for Dave's big fish and make sure my future little one's were welcome here!

As a newbie here...I just want to add my unbiased opinion! Held further away from the body...close to the body...regular lens...fish eye lens...whatever! It's still a big freakin' fish! Especially to a newbie here whose PB is a 12" Perch! When I joined this forum and knew any pics of mine (at least for the next few years) would pale in comparison to the more advanced anglers here, I still felt excited to post my future experiences with pride! BUT...when I read this thread and went from "WOW what an awesome fish!" to reading everyone complaining about how the pic was taken, I thought...this is way out of MY league! And now I will feel I will never measure up so ...why bother. The complaints have seriously discouraged me from wanting to post any future pics of my journey into this hobby for fear they aren't "technically" correct. I won't ever have a qualified "photographer" on board. At most, I'll have a P&S camera with an amateur behind it. And the angle may never be quite right...and I definitely might not know how to correctly hold the fish yet! So...my question then is... Is this forum THAT serious about the guidelines of the pictures taken...that simply taking pride in a shared interest and posting fun pics to excite all AND make all newbies want to take part in the sport not acceptable?! I certainly did not get that impression from the awesome members here so am a little surprised by this thread!

Very sorry Simon. He clearly lived a long well-loved life!

My grandfathers girlfriend was diagnosed and finished all treatment approx. 8mnths ago. She is completely cancer-free now and doing very well! Keep focusing on the positive outcome that could be your Mom's. If she hasn't already, have your Mom watch The Secret. There is a great part in there for her. In times like this, it doesn't matter how "out there" believing in something may seem, if there is even a slight chance it might work, it's worth a shot! All the best thoughts and hopes to you and your parents Dave.

Holy Crap! That is NOT a fish! That is his 13 yr old dressed up for Halloween! Haha!

I thought so too! Loved him! "Lonely...Weenie!"

Wow! Thanks for sharing Terry! Was super fun to watch! Can't imagine the feeling...yet! Drifter...Holy Crap!!!!! That must have been a moment! I am in complete AWE of that pic! His head is bigger then your buddy's!!!! I really look forward to some PB's in the future! All I have is my 12" Perch! LOL!

While looking for something else, I came across this video. It was amazing to watch! Thought I'd share...

Very sorry to hear Chris! It looks like you have enough great memories though to last you a lifetime!

Our condolences to you and your family Simon. We're very sorry to hear this news. Michelle and Rob

Awesome report G-Man! Great fishing and great reporting! I love the jab at your Dad for holding the fish closer to the camera! And I hear ya about having to wait til April now! I just got into fishing myself at the end of this summer and that's all I want to do now! And I have been swamped with an unexpected family medical emergency so haven't been able to even dock fish on weekends let alone watch the season end! So I can't wait til April either!

Is it just me...or has anybody thought to sympathize with the what the Perch had to go through????!!!!!! Hahahaha!

:rofl2: Envious pics Dave! Great job!

Glad this thread came back up as I absolutely LOVED reading solo's squirrel adventure! Way too funny! Thanks solo for taking the time to share that! As for the pike eating the baby duck video...it's an incredible video to watch...but I love ducklings! I used to feed them every year when we lived on the lake. Cute little guys! So am a little sad at that one! Although I am sure I'd get ribbed about that in here with all the duck hunters! But not afraid to admit it!

It's just a meal and an excuse for a day off! Family is more then that! And you get to choose what days become Special to you, and celebrate those instead! Forget the significance of the weekend and take everything one step at a time now. It sounds like she is an amazing person and that's all it takes to have HOPE on your side! Who gives a rat's ass what Thanksgiving is anymore! Make your own Thanksgiving and make it count! That will mean more to your whole family then a date on a calendar! All the best wishes are sent to you and your family!

Can't wait to see the pics! Good luck! Enjoy the sunshine!

Oh Boy! She just caught Rocky this evening! He's in the trap right now! So I asked her "Now what are you going to do?", and she said..."I don't know!" But at least she can relocate him and save the rest of her home! Thanks for everyone's help!

She's a fighter! You must be so proud! My heart goes out to her!

I had my front tires replaced a while back and they filled all 4 with nitrogen. Crappy rims started slow leaks in both new tires after only a short period. I had to fill tires at least twice a week and just used straight air from gas stations. I saw no difference. They leaked as quickly as the old tires with straight air. 2 blowouts recently (not one but 2 - at the same time!) and 4 new rims & tires with just air. Haven't had to fill them yet in 2 mnths! And steering straight for the first time in years! Woohoo!

Just wanted to say thanks to everyone contributing to this thread! These are exactly the posts that are extremely helpful to people new to this! It is turning into a very educational read!

Wally - you said it!!! :-) Sinclair - You are probably soooo right! But then again, I was more interested in the 2 rods peeking out from the garage loft then the closets full of shoes I could have had! Not sure how many women would have thought the same! Haha!

Done with pleasure!

Thanks so much Art! I am writing down how you mentioned how to rig them and will follow your advice!

I'll ask them about the name as they have many open mic's. Kelly is not a teacher at R&B's but I know they will know the name. The teachers at R&B's are...Rob Drake of Zeus, Brett Caswell of Brett Caswell & The Marquis Rose, Dave Murray of The Marquis Rose & solo artist, Darryl Hardy, Julien Michaud, and Bryan Lake of Richmond Switch! Such a talented bunch! And thanks for saying my son Connor is doing great! I am proud of him. His teachers say he is playing stuff most can't get til their 30's and they love they can give him anything and he can do it! As a mom, I gotta love that! Hahahaha!