My swan song: To FS anglers and assorted knuckleheads, I've debated whether to type this information or just let it ride. First, I want thank all FS guys that I've talked to and met...

ghaynes1 Loc: Strawberry Plains, TN

To FS anglers and assorted knuckleheads,

I've debated whether to type this information or just let it ride. First, I want thank all FS guys that I've talked to and met for the friendship and support over the years. My Bass boat is still for sale. A lot of tire kickers but no one really serious about buying. My fishing days are done. I've had some health issues that have changed my day to day living. I have little to share on FS now.

I won't forget those of you that donated money so I could take my friend Bear fishing with a guide. Bear was in serious car accident in May that fractured his leg. The car was totaled and he still struggles health wise and financially. I still check the Stage each day.

Thanks,
Greg (ghaynes1) the former head knucklehead .

Foodfisher Loc: SO. Cal coast

ghaynes1 wrote:

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Sorry to hear this. I, like you, have to adjust living conditions. Waiting for the great disappearance. Good luck chief nucklehead.

ghaynes1 Loc: Strawberry Plains, TN

Foodfisher wrote:

Sorry to hear this. I, like you, have to adjust living conditions. Waiting for the great disappearance. Good luck chief nucklehead.

Thanks Foodfisher

Grizzly 17 Loc: South central Pa

ghaynes1 wrote:

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G I'm sorry to hear about Bear n your issues brother.

Life is cruel at times. I'm speaking from experience.
If you missed it we went through a flooded basement Christmas eve.
Almost 5 months to get it redone.
AUG 13 hit head on.
Bug got cuts n bruises n her back messed up.
I got fractured orbital bone cheek bone sternum n 2 broken ribs.
Neck seriously messed up getting that sorta fixed up.
Had some vision problems fir awhile.
Still having memory n focus problems.

Totaled my truck. Totally disrupted my life. I have friends here like you do brother . They've been a big help to me.
I know they support you also.

Remember we was all excited when you purchased Becknme?

You was a regular n everyone looked forward to your knuckleheads comments 👍🤣.

Greg life is short enough as it is without giving up.
Wish you'd reconsider brother.
Best of luck you n Bear 👍👍

ghaynes1 Loc: Strawberry Plains, TN

Thanks Grizz. My options are extremely limited. I'm ready to check out. The boat never got named or used. I've got a guy who may come tomorrow or Monday to look at the boat. I hope he shows and buys it. I'm sick of looking at it.

Grizzly 17 Loc: South central Pa

ghaynes1 wrote:

Thanks Grizz. My options are extremely limited. I'm ready to check out. The boat never got named or used. I've got a guy who may come tomorrow or Monday to look at the boat. I hope he shows and buys it. I'm sick of looking at it.

It's a nice outfit brother.
Hope the guy shows n won't short change you.
I hope you change your mind G 🤔👍

ranger632 Loc: Near Yosemite Park Ca.

ghaynes1 wrote:

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So sorry to hear this but life has a way of catching up to us, wish you the best of luck

Frank romero Loc: Clovis, NM

ghaynes1 wrote:

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So sorry to hear about your problems. I have always looked forward to your posts. It is my wish that you get a little better from life.

Randyhartford Loc: Lawrence, Kansas

ghaynes1 wrote:

Thanks Grizz. My options are extremely limited. I'm ready to check out. The boat never got named or used. I've got a guy who may come tomorrow or Monday to look at the boat. I hope he shows and buys it. I'm sick of looking at it.

Greg,
I’m sorry you are feeling so down. I hope you know that as long as you have breath in your lungs, God still remains your BEST “option”. He, and I, have not given up on you, but as always, it has to be YOUR CHOICE.
I’m still praying that you will remember some of our talks and take them to heart. God is real and is able to do far above anything we can ask or think. He loves you and so do I and many others.
Don’t quit on Him or yourself…. 🙏🏻

nutz4fish Loc: Colchester, CT

ghaynes1 wrote:

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Greg, I hope ya reconsider, there's really no requirement to fish to participate here. We're your friends, and we care about you. Just pop us a line occasionally so we can give you support and encouragement if you don't wanna discuss fishing. Let us know what's going on in your life, as I said, we REALLY care. 🥜 .

ghaynes1 Loc: Strawberry Plains, TN

Randyhartford wrote:

Greg,
I’m sorry you are feeling so down. I hope you know that as long as you have breath in your lungs, God still remains your BEST “option”. He, and I, have not given up on you, but as always, it has to be YOUR CHOICE.
I’m still praying that you will remember some of our talks and take them to heart. God is real and is able to do far above anything we can ask or think. He loves you and so do I and many others.
Don’t quit on Him or yourself…. 🙏🏻

Too late in both cases.

ghaynes1 Loc: Strawberry Plains, TN

nutz4fish wrote:

Greg, I hope ya reconsider, there's really no requirement to fish to participate here. We're your friends, and we care about you. Just pop us a line occasionally so we can give you support and encouragement if you don't wanna discuss fishing. Let us know what's going on in your life, as I said, we REALLY care. 🥜 .

Thanks. I have very little to d

Fredfish Loc: Prospect CT.

ghaynes1 wrote:

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So sorry to hear that you feel the need to leave us my friend. We'll always be here if you need us.....

Scudrnr Loc: Hancock, Wisconsin

ghaynes1 wrote:

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Sorry to hear that Greg. Sending prayers your way.

seesalt Loc: Pisgah Forest, NC

ghaynes1 wrote:

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Greg, man I miss those daily knucklehead quips. Even if if you're not fishing, I wish you would start posting again daily again because you brightened our day. Take care and thanks for all your contributions to the Stage.