I never thought that I would have a post titled "Gone Fishing". Well, it is true. This weekend my daughter and I met my brother at a Fishing Rodeo. He is a member of the local Fly Fisherman group and was part of a fly tying demonstration. My Dad and I watched while they went fishing.
The results...no fish.
After speaking to my brothers fly tying fishing buddies, I found out there is more to fishing than I realized. Catching a fish is not always the primary objective. I was told that sometimes the gear is never taken out of the trunk. It is about being outside, good conversation, good food and getting away for a few hours.
Sounds nice.
The results...no fish.
After speaking to my brothers fly tying fishing buddies, I found out there is more to fishing than I realized. Catching a fish is not always the primary objective. I was told that sometimes the gear is never taken out of the trunk. It is about being outside, good conversation, good food and getting away for a few hours.
Sounds nice.
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Brother(Father): Seriously...you and the whole tick thing...may have completely ruined my fishing experience. :(
Maybe it is about being besides the water and to experience the harmony between the nature and the dearest people.
To be honest I think martial arts are a bit like that too. In fact, since I've been doing martial arts I can more appreciate activities which seem to have a very involved process but with seemingly very little to show. Intricate rituals along with mastering technique is important and you know what, no fish... no bother. You've spent a day absorbed by something that you're doing in detail and potentially setting the world to rights whilst doing it.
I guess it's all about the process.
But sometimes the trout.
Mmmm, trout!
Zoran: Thanks for commenting. It was a nice day to be outside.
Littlefair: Nice martial arts connection...thanks.
I think you and my brother are on the same page..."It all about the process".
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