Vince

Wow... Everyone kind of ran with that. I appreciate the feedback, and I'll let you know the solution at the end. But now I need to defend myself. I don't want to get away from my kids, I am not a bad father, I am not absent. I stayed home with them when they were babies, I own a construction company, so I make my hours around them. I drop them off, and pick them up everyday. They are my best friends. And since their mother is not in the picture, and I've been a single dad for the last sixteen years, I finally found a woman to be with me, and my kids love her. My girlfriend is amazing. On top of that, my friends are like my brothers, we have an unbreakable bond, we all met in highschool, and now our kids are growing up together. I love my friends and family and prioritize them over everything. I would much rather fish with the kids for an hour than by myself. I appreciate my time with them and cherish every moment. 
 
I was JUST SAYING... is it unreasonable to ask for a 12 hour fishing trip alone, because I love fishing. It's my one passion, that I use to bond with my friends, my significant other, and my children. It bonded me to my grandfather, and my dad. But it's also a stress relief and time alone. I don't drink, I don't gamble, I don't womanize, I don't do drugs, I don't watch sports, I just like to fish. 
 
- THE SOLUTION -
 
As several users posted, fishing for 12 hours alone is not at all unreasonable. And it is important to take time for yourself, no matter who you are. I've talked to my girlfriend and kids about this, and they understand that I'm very passionate about fishing, so I get a solid 12 hour fishing day every month to myself. I still will go with my kids, girlfriend, and buddies on separate trips. I'll fish about a dozen times a month, but one of those is all mine. It's a happy, healthy way to figure it out, my problem was that I was too scared that people would feel like I didn't want them around, or that I was being selfish. Turns out, my loved ones are more than understanding, and actually wanted me to have a long trip every weekend, but I dialed it down to once a month because that's what felt right. 
 
Sorry this was so lengthy, and thanks for sticking through it. 
I appreciate all the feedback, great advice all around, especially from the old guys. You all helped me get through this. I'll update after a few months, let you know how it goes. 👍🎣