I'm still alive and kicking

[bigugli]

For those few wondering where I disappeared, Life doesn't always unfold the way we expect.

 

 

To start, the puter folded on me, again, early August.

I have been very busy with my garden. Seemingly endless bushels of produce are being picked each week. I've made numerous hospital visits with the Mrs. The bones and joints have been rapidly deteriorating, and now, she has to contend with skin cancer. Put simply, I've had very little time for fishing.

I did set aside 4 days for our anniversary. We went for a little road trip to the Sault to finally take care of another "bucket list" item; a trip up the Agawa Canyon. Despite having lived there a bit, some decades back, I had never taken the rail trip. It was beautiful. Stunning scenery, landscapes and lakes. Lots of great places to stop and fish when I finally slow down.

 

A trip up the 17 has to include some fishing. Along the boardwalk in the Sault. Smallmouth and pike at various road stops along the Mississagi, at Blind R. and Elliot Lake.

 

Was nice to get out with Mr Bill, a week ago, for some Niagara region smallies

Tomorrow will include another unpleasant task. At 17 years, it is time to put our oldest dog, Lucky, to rest. Despite having been an abused dog when we found her, she has been a wonderful companion. Now she is tired and hurts and it isn't right to let her suffer

Sadly, since the puter was attacked, I cannot access photobucket, so I can't put up pics.

[Christopheraaron]

Sorry about the mrs and Lucky, tough summer.

[crappieperchhunter]

Well the Agawa Canyon sounds like a fun road trip. And keeping busy at work to me is never a bad thing. But partner the rest just sucks

 

I know you will roll up your sleeves and put your head down and get through it, but if you need a "Bruce" day to just relax and unwind...I have a seat reserved for you in my boat and a spot where I think we can enjoy a peaceful day and possibly even catch a few fish.

 

Take care my friend.

[mercman]

Good to hear from ya Bruce !!!! Keep on Keepin on Bud !!!

[Joey]

Boy, you've had a rough summer bud. Hope things start to turn around for you.

 

I'll be thinking about you and the Mrs. Please keep us updated!

[vinnimon]

Your pup lucky was sure a lucky and happy puppy to have you and your better half as companions. It will break my girls hearts to bring on the the news.

Theres a young one there to make you proud. Your a good man just like my old neighbours and all I can say is this

[vinnimon]

ps, tomatoes are ripe and time for fresh salsa

[bigugli]

ps, tomatoes are ripe and time for fresh salsa

Tomatoes have been ripe since the beginning of July, and I'm cranking out a steady supply of salsa for winter. Gotta pickle some jalapenos soon.

[Hooked]

Sorry to hear about your task of putting your friend down. Not an easy one I know. If you decide to go fishing some weekend let me know, I don't live too far from ya to hook up...

[bigbuck]

Good to hear your still alive and kicking. I hope the Mrs gets through her treatments with ease. Sorry to hear about your dog, putting down your buddy is never easy, I still think about my last dog and he's been gone for 11 years now.