Why is it that as Fall ends and Winter starts, a lot of fishermen become seasonal fisherman? They are now going to hang it up for the next 3-4 months. It could be age, difficulty on snowy ground, or they just don't like cold noses! I'm sure that a lot of "fair weather" fishermen head to the vise and tie up a lot of flies during the winter months. I'm going to tie more too. How do you like my perch? Others might enjoy more TV, including college bowl games and NBA basketball. Heck, they might even turn on QVC and buy watch that tremendous deal on that omelette maker that their wife wants so badly for Christmas.
Now, just remember... That a happy wife is one that is coddled a little... Just a little. = )
I am an easy person to buy for. A Cabelas gift card always puts a smile on my face. Mainly because I fish all year round. And so my gear gets pretty torn up after all that use. Decisions on buying gear take forever with me! I have to look at every sling or hip pack that is made before I settle on "the one". This time around, it needs to be waterproof. I am tired of rain/snow getting everything soggy. It also needs to have a ton of room inside. I like to bring most EVERYTHING! (I really need to learn how to consolidate) Haha. So, suggestions are welcomed in the comments below. I hear that the Simms and Fishpond packs might be the winners. I went cheap last time with the $29. Cabelas hip pack. It has lasted two years. I guess that's pretty good. But, now it is tearing and I don't have much more time to switch out. So, no time for getting "Winter Blues" when you are scouting for something...
The last few catches this month were pretty nice.
But, the snow has come and the gloves with hand warmers accompany me now...
This has to be one of the reasons that I do fish in the cold months...
It just doesn't get much prettier or surreal. Oh, that freezing fog!
So, I'm gonna forget about the "Winter Blues" and focus on getting things accomplished this month... Maybe get in a few fishing days. But, December is a month of busy shopping days and fun times with the family. There's never a dull moment in ours... = ) My son and his beautiful wife prove that!
