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Old 12-16-2008, 12:56 PM   #40
Back Beach
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Originally Posted by numbskull View Post
I do not feel that catching and killing big fish for reputation purposes is anything other than a normal stage most fishermen go through.
Very true.....the fisherman's evolution in my mind is as follows....

1. Wide eyed newcomer.

2. Enthusiast/know it all.

3. Accomplished enthusiast.

4. Acclaimed/celebrated enthusiast.

5. Show off/egomaniac.

6. Accomplished pro who realizes he really doesn't know %$%$%$%$ and there really is a lot of luck/chance involved.

7. Humble veteran who would rather not be known at all and does it for fun.

It's not the bait
At the end of your line
It's the fishing hole
Where all the fish is blind
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