Yesterday I had a doctors appointment at 10, and being a good visit which made me feel good. After leaving I said reward yourself and go fishing. It was a later start than normal but what the heck it's fishing. I got to the stream after 11 and geared up. Beautiful day, with all the greenery bursting forth as well as pristine waters I knew this was a gem of a day no matter if I caught fish or not.
Fly choice was easy, "anything that floats", and that was it for the time I spent on the stream.
It did not take long before a willing combatant swiped the fly.
In water as clear as this it's a joy to be able to see the trout come up and strike the fly.
This fellow never left the water.
"The Trout Lilly"...these flowers were everywhere.
"Fontinalis" that means "living in springs" and this photo shows just that. A brilliant male who jumped several times. Connecticut"s only native char.
Alan
ReplyDeleteCongrats on a good report, I can't think of a better way to celebrate; fishing, the greatest therapy there is. All the photos are outstanding---thanks for sharing
Bill Trussell
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Bill I never refuse therapy.
Awesome that you are well, and that the fishing was too. That pic in the bubbles is really amazing!
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Will I'm proud of that photo...seems like everything came together.
just beautiful! perfect reward for good marks at the doc's!
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Theresa it's good to pass the test at the MD's
Awesome as always.
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Alan, your photography is terrific. Excellent work
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Ben photography is easy when your subjects are so beautiful.
Alan - Those are some splendid pictures! Thanks for sharing them with the rest of us today
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Mark like I told Ben it's easy when nature co-operates.
Outstanding Day Brk Trt!! That last photo is just spectacular! The old saying " A picture is worth a thousand words". In this case "Priceless" would be an accurate description!!
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Pete that fellow was just right when I snapped the pic.
Another Excellent post Alan and I agree that the last picture is a real gem. Glad to hear you got a good report from the doc.
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Howard I love those positive doc reports. A good attitude was in place when I stepped in the stream.
I don't know if it's true but I think the more fishing we do the healthier we get. Sounds good ,doesn't it? Last photo is remarkable, good job, Alan
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Brad I like your thought's, and you may be right.
That was one of my better photos.
Terrific photos. I really should take more of the fish in the water. I've been trying to lately but some just won't stay calm long enough!
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Rowan I know exactly what you mean.
I am glad to hear the doctor's appointment went well, Alan, and that you rewarded yourself with some time on that beautiful stream. Your pictures are frame worthy, each and every one of them. Just beautiful.
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Sam you are very kind. It's appreciated.
Whoa, Alan!! That last picture is really something special. Very nice!
ReplyDeleteThose photos are amazing!! How do you do it?? Amazing!
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