Jeff Grabowski has been fishing all his life. When it comes to fishing, he has a sixth sense, knowing just what to do to win fishing tournaments. Jeff firmly believes that "there is no problem that can't be solved with a cooler full of fish." Jeff's dad, "The Rummy," is a nice guy, aptly named because of his affinity for rum. But he is a burden to his son, since Jeff must take on the responsibility of running his father's fishing charter business. He watches his friends as they join the Army, marry, go to college and assume the roles of adulthood. Meanwhile, Jeff is left to wonder why he has a "gift" for fishing. What is his purpose in life and how can he persuade his girlfriend to understand this calling? As Jeff struggles to figure out his life's path, friends encourage him to get on with his life, telling him, "You can't fish forever." But Jeff intends to do just that. He comes to realize that your life's purpose is often right at your doorstep, and following your heart is the way to find it.
A lifelong fisherman, author Harry Mick Grigsby and his wife, Betty, had dreamed of running a fishing resort. That dream became a reality when they purchased the Flamingo Fishing Lodge in Key Largo, Florida, moving from Ohio in 1962. During the next forty-plus years, he guided fishing customers on the Atlantic Ocean and in the backwaters of the Everglades National Park before sections became off limits. In this memoir, Grigsby narrates an array of adventures as he helped customers from all over the world snag their elusive catches. Key Largo Adventures details his favorite fishing haunts, humorous anecdotes involving his friends and family, the ravages of the weather, and escapades at the local Caribbean Bar. With photos included, Key Largo Adventures provides a behind-the-scenes look at the life of a fishing charter operator who dedicated more than forty years of his life sharing his passion for angling with others.
"You and I know that our time together is nearing its end. During the past five years you created a nest of nurturing for me that has enabled me develop the best wings which I will need to fly. During these years, I have greatly benefited from being under the security of your wings. The process has patiently prepared me with confidence and determination to achieve fulfillment. I am confident that it is time for me to leave the security of the nest and fly towards the future which is beckoning to me." In " A Chance for Fulfillment" Julius Feliciano Warthen tells the compelling story about Lionel Gamaliel Wilson, a young, African American, male, and his plight towards fulfillment of his dreams for obtaining and completing his desired level of education. Fate brings Lionel Wilson and Dr. David Malcom together. Lionel initially viewed Dr. Malcom with suspicion, but soon realized that Dr. Malcom was his life's blessing, and the person who would nurture his growth and transition. Along his plight fate also brought another person into his life who became an inseparable friend, brother and integral part of his life. Lionel found romance with a young lady who provided his needs for true, supportive love. Let him inspire you with a look at how an initial plight from disappointment and confusion brought him in contact with a group of devoted friends who supported his efforts to fulfillment of his dreams and a chance for fulfillment.
**The Ultimate Guide to Catching Bluegill Master the Art of Bluegill Fishing** Dive into the captivating world of bluegill fishing with *The Ultimate Guide to Catching Bluegill*. Whether you're new to the sport or a seasoned angler looking to refine your skills, this comprehensive guide offers a treasure trove of insights and practical advice to make your bluegill fishing adventures both successful and enjoyable. In this book, you'll discover everything you need to know about bluegill fishing - **Introduction to Bluegill Fishing** Learn about the allure of bluegill and get an in-depth understanding of their behavior and habitats. - **Finding Bluegill** Discover prime locations in ponds and lakes, with strategies tailored to each season and unique water conditions. - **Fishing Techniques** Master diverse methods including float fishing, bottom fishing, and fly fishing, ensuring you're prepared for any fishing situation. - **Bait and Lures** Explore an array of live bait options and artificial lures, with detailed instructions on how to rig and present them to attract bluegill. - **Seasonal Strategies** Tailor your approach with specific tactics for spring, summer, fall, and winter. - **Depth-Specific Tactics** From shallow to deep waters, learn effective strategies for fishing at different depths. - **Fishing for Kids** Make bluegill fishing a fun and safe activity for young anglers with kid-friendly gear and safety tips. - **Conservation and Ethics** Understand the importance of catch and release, sustainable fishing practices, and your role in preserving bluegill habitats. You'll also benefit from chapters dedicated to advanced techniques such as night fishing and targeting trophy bluegill, as well as practical advice on avoiding common mistakes and participating in bluegill fishing competitions. Not just about catching fish, this guide also delves into cooking and preparing bluegill, offering simple and delicious recipes to enjoy your catch. Plus, keep track of your fishing successes with tips on record keeping and analyzing your catches. Get ready to elevate your bluegill fishing experience. *The Ultimate Guide to Catching Bluegill* is your key to unlocking the secrets of this beloved pastime and ensuring countless days of fishing success and enjoyment!
Tales of a champion surfcaster: the education of a young woman hell-bent on following her dream and learning the mysterious and profound sport, and art, of surfcasting, on the island of Martha’s Vineyard. Janet Messineo knew from the get-go that she wanted to become a great fisherman. She knew she was as capable as any man of catching and landing a huge fish. It took years—and many terrifying nights alone on the beach in complete darkness, in search of a huge creature to pull out of the sea—for her to prove to herself and to the male-dominated fishing community that she could make her dream real. Messineo writes of the object of her obsession: striped bass and how it can take a lifetime to become a proficient striped bass fisherman; of stripers as nocturnal feeders, hard-fighting, clever fish that under the cover of darkness trap bait against jetties or between fields of large boulders near shorelines, or, once hooked, rub their mouths against the rocks to cut the line. She writes of growing up in Lawrence, Massachusetts, and Salem, New Hampshire, the granddaughter of textile mill workers, tagging along with her father and brother as they cast off of jetties; of going to art school, feeling from a young age the need to escape, and finding herself, one summer, on the Vineyard. She describes the series of jobs that supported her fishing—waitressing at the Black Dog, Helios, and the Home Port, among other restaurants. She writes of her education in patience and the technique to land a fish; learning the equipment—hooks, sinkers, her first squid jig; buying her first one-ounce Rebel lure. She re-creates the thrill of fishing at night, of being buffeted by the island’s harsh winds and torrential rains; the terror of hooking something mysterious in the darkness that might pull her into water over her head. She gives us a rich portrait of island life and writes of its history and of Chappaquiddick’s (it belonged to the Wampanoags, who originally called it Cheppiaquidne—“separate island”); of the Martha’s Vineyard Derby: its beginning in 1946 as a way to bring tourism to the island during the offseason, and the Derby’s growing into one of the largest tournaments in the world. Messineo describes her dream of becoming a marine taxidermist, of learning the craft and perfecting the art of it. She writes of the men she’s fished with and the women who forged the path for others (among them, Lorraine “Tootie” Johnson, who fished Vineyard waters for more than sixty years, and Lori VanDerlaske, who won the Derby shore division in 1995). And she writes of her life commingled with fishing—her marriage to a singer, poet, activist; their adopting a son with Asperger’s; and her teaching him to fish. She writes of the transformative power of fishing that helped her to shake off drugs and alcohol, and of her profound respect for fish as a magnificent animal. With eighteen of the author’s favorite fish recipes, Casting into the Light is a book about following one’s dreams and about the quiet reckoning with self in the long hours of darkness at the water’s edge, with the sounds of the ocean, the night air, and the jet-black sky.
In a dream, have you ever thought God was trying to tell you something? Have you ever awakened from a dream with deep burning conviction, knowing that somehow your dream was going to come to pass? That's the way I felt over five years ago, not long after I had been called to serve as Pastor of the Lees Chapel Missionary Baptist Church. My prayer was for God to give me the gift of witnessing to the lost. So one night in a dream, God showed me the secret. Now I've had many opportunities to use the tools God gave me that night. The dream is still clear in my mind. I want to share with you some of those vital tools, such as love, prayers, patience, kindness, and endurance. Every Christian believer ought to be witnessing to the lost. It may be one of your family members, a friend, or a coworker. Please don't give up on them too soon. Remember to live a Godly life because the life you live in front of them just might be the only Bible they will ever read.
A Can of Nuts is just that...short stories, poem, essays and fish stories. Some are very funny, some will make you stop and think and some will make you feel good. There is a tribute to his adopted father, Jim L. Anglin, who was a song writer and a very early influence in the writer's life both as a person and a lover of music. The essays have subjects far ranging from the treatment of African Americans in the 1950's to what's good to eat for the holidays. The short stories just as varied in nature. One is about a murder while one is about a holiday gathering of a family whose members come from far away to be with their parents and siblings. Some of the poems are heart felt while others are of a whimsical nature. One outstanding entry is Homeless. For the lighter side there is a selection of fishing stories that come from Arkansas to Georgia to Florida and Tennessee. Most are actually true but some are, let's say, enhanced. Altogether, it is a good read. Enjoy!
Ha‘ena is a land steeped in antiquity yet vibrantly beautiful today as any Hollywood fantasy of a tropical paradise. He ‘aina momona, a rich and fertile land linked to the sea and the rising and setting sun, is a place of gods and goddesses: Pele and her sister, Hi‘iaka, and Laka, patron of hula. It epitomizes the best that can be found in the district of northwestern Kaua‘i, known to aboriginal Hawaiians as Hale Le‘a (House of Pleasure and Delight). This work is an ambitious attempt to provide a unique perspective in the complex story of the ahupua‘a of Ha‘ena. Carlos Andrade begins by examining the stories that identify the origins and places of the earliest inhabitants of Ha‘ena. The narrative outlines the unique relationships developed by Hawaiians with the environment and describes the system used to look after the land and the sea. Andrade goes on to research the changes wrought by concepts and perceptions introduced by European, American, and Asian immigrants. He delves into the impact of land privatization as Hawai‘i struggled to preserve its independence. The Mahele and the Kuleana Act, legislation that laid the foundation for all landholding in Hawai‘i, had a profound influence on Ha‘ena. Part of this story includes a description of the thirty-nine Hawaiians who pooled their resources, bought the entire ahupua‘a of Ha‘ena, and held it in common from the late 1800s to 1967—a little-known chapter in the fight to perpetuate traditional lifeways. Lastly, Andrade collects the stories of kupuna who share their experiences of life in Ha‘ena and surrounding areas, capturing a way of life that is quickly disappearing beneath the rising tide of non-Native people who now inhabit the land. Ha‘ena: Through the Eyes of the Ancestors is a distinctive work, which blends folklore, geography, history, and ethnography. It casts a wide net over information from earliest times to the present, primarily related from a Native perspective. It should be of great interest to historians, ethnologists, sociologists, and students of Hawaiian language, literature, and culture.
