A-Jay

Series tied at 2 - 2 ~ so far so good ! A-Jay

Nice job with the tubes dude. It was blowin' a gale up here to today - Really brutal when it like that fishing from the Old Town. And that's a heck of a brown trout too - when you see pictures in the kitchen you know the fillet knife is close by and then some good eating ! A-Jay

I wish I could back up a brash and bold statement like "I don't need no stinking extension" - but the truth is there is not enough time in this Season to top the Behemoths post up by that stick over in Erie, PA - A-Jay

Crunch Time. A-Jay

Finally ~ got the truck back today. The winds are forecast to lay down and I'll be back on the water first thing in the morning - Life is good. A-Jay

Congratulations and welcome to the club ! Like anything new - it takes some getting used to. All that "stuff" that you had to squeeze in around and between work during the week and on weekends - is now something that you can take your time with and actually enjoy. You'll soon realize that you're sharing you're new world with a "shorter crowd". And you are right on about fishing during the week rather than the weekends. A-Jay

These teams are in position to hoist the coveted silver chalice because of two telltale traits: they have depth and they can play the game in the open ice as well as in the trenches. Both the Canucks and the Bruins have the size to grind in the offensive zone and to defend down low in front of the net. Both have speed, which allows for quick counterattacks off turnovers in the neutral zone. As a result, the 5-on-5 hockey should be exhilaratingly hard fought. The Bruins' special teams have struggled this spring, so the longer the action remains at full and even strength, the better their chance of success. I'm going with Boston in 6 ! Oh Man - A-Jay

You've got that right Dwight - After the spring you've had this year - some could say you're the SMFA Poster Child. A-Jay

Don't ya think there is just a little truth in the jest ? A-Jay

Bass Fishing Addiction (known as BFA) is very common in our society and it crosses all races, ethnic groups, and social classes. Suburban, middle class people are going more and more and the signs of bass fishing addiction may not be widely recognized or known in these communities. There are a number of different signs and symptoms relating to which type or species of bass a person is fishing for. There are some signs and symptoms that are associated with all bass fishing. The information listed will discuss symptoms of BFA. The common signs are; Weight loss – A loss of appetite occurs when someone is addicted to bass fishing due to the body’s constant craving to go fishing. An appetite for the activity exceeds a normal appetite for food. Weight Gain - A significant increase in body weight could also be seen which is almost always caused by the over ingestion of sausage McMuffins. Paranoia – is a common occurrence in a person addicted to bass fishing. The brain disrupts normal mental functions creating an obsessive thought that someone is fishing in their honey hole. BFA can impair normal brain functions that confuse the brain’s senses and perceptions. Preoccupation – Bass fishing addicts become preoccupied and often desperate to get out on the water. Many will go to any lengths to go bass fishing and that includes stealing, lying, fraud, and even violent crimes. An addict will likely steal from anyone or ask for money with no intentions of paying anyone back. Therefore, relationships, employment, health and hygiene often suffer. Here are the signs associated with BFA in regards to specific species of bass. Largemouth bass fishing is a dangerously addictive activity. Contrary to popular belief, the act of fishing itself doesn’t necessarily make one violent, but if one gets "skunked" repeatedly, there will be repercussions. Lipping a LMB acts as a depressant that calms and soothes the person resulting in a coma like state. Like any drug, withdrawal symptoms and the dire need to get bit can cause the addict to become violent. While under the influence of LMB fishing, the person is not violent at all. Signs of BFA include slow breathing, dilated pupils, and shredded thumbs. Withdrawal symptoms include watery eyes and nose, yawning, loss of appetite, irritability, panic, cramps, chills, sweating and repeated "setting the Hook" without a rod in your hand. Smallmouth Bass fishing addiction affects adrenaline and creates a “rush” and pleasurable feeling. Signs of SMB fishing addiction include increased alertness, excitability, feelings of euphoria, increased pulse and heart rate, insomnia, fidgetiness, uncontrollable movements, a loss of appetite and an uncontrollable urge to buy tube baits. Withdrawal symptoms or after the high of the trip wears off includes apathy, long periods of sleep (fatigue), irritability, hostility, aggression, depression, paranoia, and disorientation. Spotted Bass fishing addiction although less common, can be quite severe. The signs of Spotted BFA include hallucinations, altered perceptions of reality, a mix up of senses, where the person hears colors and sees sounds, and violent behavior. Some of the withdrawal symptoms include longer “trips”, psychosis, and death. These signs and withdrawal symptoms occur in both addicts and those who catch one of these bass infrequently. Chronic spotted bass fishing often leads to one experiencing a psychotic episode causing a mental breakdown, violence, and over use on ultra light tackle. So be warned my friends - it's all fun and games until we are all Addicted to bass fishing . . . . My truck's in the shop and I am Reeeeaaallly board. A-Jay

Right - perhaps you've stumbled upon the "latest in scent technology" You could call it - "Moose Magic" Getting it in a bottle might be a challenge . . . A-Jay

Nice fish ! Never really thought of Carrion as fish holding structure . . . . A-Jay

Sorry bud, Hope it clears up soon for ya ~ A-Jay

Your trip's description draws a vivid picture of your outing - thank you. I'm with ya on not being a fan of cold & wet and you already know where I stand on getting bit off - makes me CRAZY ! A-Jay

Oh Boy !

Nice - I just passed quite a bit of my Holiday Adult beverage through my sinus cavity - Dwight, I'd love to do a little planning and set up some things so that I can be up your way this fall perhaps - do you think that might work for an Autumn outing ? A-Jay

Oh Man - I would love that ! I'm in Gaylord, let's keep that in mind for another time. Do you know of something between us that has potential ? I'm Always Ready ~ A-Jay

Perhaps a quiet morning wading the Au Sable, fly rod in hand would be in order, good thinking. And btw, I never said I don't have wheels. My substitute transportation doesn't do much towing but it will haul . . . . . A-Jay

Thanks for your opinions guys. Over the years I've had my share of vehicle repair experiences, good and bad. I have some GM family members so that makes me a Go to the Dealer guy. Also I'm fortunate to know a couple of the guys in this shop. They left the truck on the lift and when I got there we went over it. I appreciated that. The repairs are minor for the most part, the delay comes in a couple of parts they don't have in stock but will overnight them for me. The long weekend isn't helping. I bought the Sierra Denali new in 05 - I "baby" it big time and it has less than 60k on it so the repairs are an investment. I've driven the newer models and Like this better and there's NO Payments left on this one . . . .

So I dropped the GMC off at the dealer today for some routine maintenance. Right. Headed into town to do some shopping then went back to pick it up. I knew something was up when I didn't see it out in the lot on my approach. I don't have a cell phone (no coverage up here) so they couldn't call me to tell me they had "found several issues" that need to be addressed. Oh My. Long story short - The truck will be ready Late next week. Between now and then there will be NO FISHING for me - OUCH ! Perhaps I could train my dogs to pull the boat trailer to the lake. A-Jay

I'll be watching game 7 - and pulling for the Bean town boys ! Hope it's a good game - Would really like to see the ref's put the whistles away and let the boys play . . . . . A-Jay

I am loving these replacement trebles this year, just wish they were offered in bulk. A-Jay http://www.***.com/Mustad_KVD_Elite_Series_Triple_Grip_Treble_Hook/descpage-MKVDEST.html

Every consider a small feathered treble as a replacement ? A-Jay http://www.***.com/Treble_Hooks/catpage-TTTH.html

Congratulations on a 5+ lb BEAUTY ! A-Jay

Congratulation on your PB Bass ! A-Jay