We moved down to Vista a couple weeks ago, and I started my new job. NO MORE DECKHANDING. Don't know whether I'm shouting for joy, or saddness though. I do miss being on the water, fishing everyday after work, and having some weekdays off. But, I don't miss the pain, the endless days without spending time with the wife and kid, or the crappy pay.

I got a job as a Video Production Assistantat at Glidewell Labratories. They are the biggest dental lab in the world, and have a very active in house marketing team. That's where I come into the picture. Unfortuanately, I do have to wear long pants, long sleave shirt, dress shoes, and tie. I've never worked in an office so this is hard to get used too. For the last 6 years I've had jobs where I wore shorts and sandals (sometimes deckboots).

They pay much better than boat owners do, and much better than customers too. I don't have to worry about keeping food on the table now. Plus I get full benefits, this is probably worth $400-500 a month (considering all my medical problems). I do have to work 8-5 (plus an hour driving each way), and this is why you folks haven't seen me lately. That and moving.

After hanging with the family, and then building rods in the garage, there just isn't a lot of time left for the boards. I'll stop by and post when I can, but it will be much less than before. I'll try to at least read it all though.

This isn't good-bye really, just wanted to say I've missed this place and will miss being here all the time. This is a great site. I know my fishing has improved because of advice received here. Thanks to Rob and all the nice helpful people.

Amish Ed
...and remember, saltwater bass don't know they're not largemouth.