I addressed the incorrect responder... should have been to Angelo
Hey Wes,
What that jerk did was and is completely wrong bordering on being criminal. No one should have to go through that. Clearly he was threatening her. My response was intended to comment on his actions, not hers and if it offended you or anyone else, my apologies
Let's assume he went there to fish...just sayin...now, if his actions were indicative of his fishing ability... you couldn't have been safer...he couldn't catch a cold in a flu ward... there is stupid then there is him... not making light of what transpired...my best to you
I enjoy the solitude. Most of all to stand in a Brook or on a bank next to a lake... the sound of the Brook is calming and peaceful...or watching the mist slowly evaporate...stress disappears... nothing like it
Nothing works better than honesty. They're your friends for a reason. Friends are not easy to come by. "Guys, you're the best, but when it comes to us fishing together, this isn't working out for me." Ask why they do certain things. Ask them to amend their ways. Assuming they are real friends, they will do as you ask...if not, then beg off next time they ask to go fishing with you and tell them why. There is no reason why you shouldn't enjoy fishing either alone or with your friends. Friends are friends and fish are fish... some times they don't go to together.
Thanks Quikster. I knew immediately that I needed to wash out that puncture. Hopefully, this thread is being read by others...this "stuff" is nothing to take lightly...my best to Katie...
DD
Hi Joe and others
On the mend... swelling remains... but has reduced significantly...so absolutely agree with joefish... thanks for your responses and sincerety of concern...my best to you all...
DD
Was out fishing for s/b mouth bass along the shore of a small pond. It's been hot and humid around here (NE CT.) After a few steps my left foot gets stuck in the muck. Reaching down with my left hand to get a third point of balance, I accidentally punctured the pad of my hand on a thorn and barely broke the skin. But I did puncture it. Immediately I knew I had a problem. The environment was ripe for infection. Got home, soaked the wound in hydrogen peroxide and used bacitracin and covered it with a bandaid. That night the pad begins to swell. I waited far too long (3 days) to address the situation. Lesson learned... don't wait!!! Swelling is the first sign. Today I was given a tetnus shot and antibiotics. This accident was nothing I should have messed with. The repercussions could have been serious. Hoping this cautionary tale will be of assistance to you.
Hi to All...not sure if anyone is called "All" but if you are...Hi!! Am 75 years old...been walking a lot of the airline trials with a buddy and have seen some nice fishing spots...that got the "juices" rolling...purchased a cheap fishing rod and spinner reel...got some lures, etc...recently received a nice pair of used Orvis fishing waders...went out today to try them out...so pleasant being in the stream rather than on the bank..I am interested in anyone who wants to assist a new fisherman as to how to fish brooks and streams (catch and release only) or to join me in the Northeast section of Connecticut (home town in Willimantic)...I am interested in fishing the Fenton River...Hope River...etc near my home...willing to drive 30 minutes or so to get to "where the fish are." My e-mail is: danlein2000@yahoo.com...feel free to contact...have stage 4 prostate cancer so I move a bit slowly when walking on uneven terrain...both in the water and along the banks...am retired...so everyday is Sunday...hope to hear from you and of course: good fishing to All...sincerely...Diamond Dan or DD