Fishing Retrospective

Fifty days fishing, 29 fish caught, one three-pounder, one broken fishing pole, and one purchased kayak. All and all a pretty enjoyable first fishing season. It has been a refreshing experience because everything is so new to me. Learning to tie knots, then learning to tie better knots as the first ones broke. Trying new spots and styles, a slow retrieve versus fast, etc. Needless to say I am probably hooked for life, and quite frankly I really don't mind that I am not all that good at the sport. It's tranquil and fishing gives me a chance to unwind mentally from all of the other challenges that life presents.