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From the dock, our boat speeds off Into a channel to the calm Gulf of Mexico waters Stopping when the GPS identifies our favorite reef Hoping to catch a tasty treat, we cast with anticipation It’s not until sundown when fish start to hit Nibbling at our bait in a frenzy until finally Grouper is on our dinner plate! January 31, 2019 For Bobbie May’s “Word Play” contest

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Charles Messina

Date: 12/24/2019 6:05:00 AM

Since fishing is my favorite past-time I had to read this one. I hope all is well Carolyn. Happy Holidays to you and your family. Love Charlie

Jan Allison

Date: 2/7/2019 3:03:00 AM

dropping back with my congrats:-) hugs Jan xx

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 2/7/2019 3:02:00 AM

- Congratulations on your win in Acrostic Word Play Contest, Carolyn :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Vladislav Raven

Date: 2/3/2019 8:54:00 AM

Hi Carolyn, a wonderful Acrostic comes forth from your pen. My Dad used to love going fishing, whether he caught something or not. I think he just enjoyed the peaceful surroundings more than anything. Loved the content of this one. It brought back many memories to me. I never, ever, caught a fish. That is one big fish. I hope it does well for you in the contest. Have a wonderful Sunday. Hugs....Mike. XX

Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 2/3/2019 9:41:00 AM

Just being out on the sea is its own reward, Vladislav. Catching is important if you're hungry, but there were some days when fish didn't bite and it was still better than doing anything else.

Paul Callus

Date: 2/1/2019 10:55:00 AM

Yours is a very good Acrostic, and the topic is one which draws the attention of many. I enjoy fishing (from the rocks), but I have never caught fish that size! I'd need a dozen fish to make up for a single grouper that feeds a family! Hugs // paul

Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 2/3/2019 9:42:00 AM

There's very little waste with Grouper, Paul, but I only caught them when I was out in deep water. The bass that are caught among the rocks are tasty, just smaller and harder to clean. Thanks for reading.

Heidi Sands

Date: 2/1/2019 6:32:00 AM

Wow! What a fish and a fun poem. I used to fish a lot in the lakes years ago. Loved being out on the water. I enjoyed this :)

Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 2/1/2019 6:58:00 AM

Sometimes just one fish can feed a family. If you allow your line to get too close to a reef, a Grouper will grab it and hide there. It takes time to learn how to hook them, but it's certainly worth the effort. Glad to know another fishing fan!

M. L. Kiser

Date: 1/31/2019 11:36:00 PM

Now, that's a fish! Well penned; good luck with the contest.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 1/31/2019 7:47:00 PM

Cute one. I am not a fan of eating fish, but if you batter it up and fry it for me, I just might like that!

Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 1/31/2019 8:16:00 PM

Try Parmesan-crusted baked grouper, Andrea. No oil or breading calories and the taste is heavenly.

Lindsay Laurie

Date: 1/31/2019 4:59:00 PM

G'day Carolyn … you do realize a lot of poets envy you. Fishing is a great hobby and never a waste of time even if the fish don't bite - thank you Carolyn - Lindsay

Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 1/31/2019 8:17:00 PM

Come to Florida, Lindsay, and we'll go fishing. Even when nothing's biting, it's great to be outside all day communing with God and nature.

Nette Onclaud

Date: 1/31/2019 2:26:00 PM

carolyn, you must really love fishing.. i remember that sea venture you had years back!... what a lovely artpiece and photo!...huggs

Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 1/31/2019 3:13:00 PM

My secretary had a hat that said, "I'd Rather Be Fishing." I kept threatening to swipe it, but she loved fishing as much as I did. The only people who ever got seasick on my boat were men. Women fish big time in Florida.

Rico Leffanta

Date: 1/31/2019 1:14:00 PM

Poets do have a line - or two, at the ready! Aloha! Rico

Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 1/31/2019 1:23:00 PM

Sometimes we'd leave a line or two in the water overnight and wake up to find breakfast. LOL

Jan Allison

Date: 1/31/2019 11:38:00 AM

oh wow Carolyn what a wonderful hobby and its great to see you with your catch of the day!:-) hugs Jan xx

Carolyn Devonshire
Date: 1/31/2019 11:49:00 AM

Nothing seems more satisfying than catching dinner. Thanks for reading, Jan.