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Good Luck Said His Girl

He had on his bibbed overalls, and his red kerchief. Finally found his worn straw hat, with great relief. Headed out on the water with a wave and a wish. Heard plenty of bass making a splash or a swish. Good luck! Said his girl, who refused to go. She could not bear water; her fear was aglow. She thought she might drown, but she encouraged him. He wished she would grow up and learn how to swim.

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Date: 12/8/2022 9:25:00 AM
Oh, I feel sorry for him, having to go fishing by himself just because she has an irrational fear. I hope he catches some fish!
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Caren Krutsinger
Date: 12/9/2022 2:35:00 AM
I think sometimes the fears are so pronounced, they completely take over.

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