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THE FISHERMAN

THE FISHERMAN 
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in the peace and quiet
where the tall Texas pines grow,
there is Dad standing alone
casting his line 
time after time
not in search of fish
just a way to unwind.

as the water swirls up to his waist
with each cast 
his worries disappear
washed by the water~
he reels in one last time
and though his hook is empty
he finds peace on his line

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Line Gauthier Date: 8/24/2025 5:37:00 PM Lovely tribute to your dad, Sara ~ beautiful Login to Reply Sara Etgen-Baker Date: 8/24/2025 5:41:00 PM thank you for your kind words, Line...wishing you a splendid week ahead

Zyrool Gifford Date: 8/24/2025 3:47:00 AM Hello Sara, this is a touchingly beautiful tribute to your Dad. That was a great catch. Have a wonderful day and a great new week ahead. Login to Reply Sara Etgen-Baker Date: 8/24/2025 5:41:00 PM ahh, thank you, Zyrool, for your visit and your thoughtful words. Wishing you a splendid week as well!

Sotto Poet Date: 8/24/2025 3:15:00 AM This is a splendor that ignites the depths of the soul. What a heartfelt homage to your father, and to the tranquility he discovered while casting his line into the still waters. Best wishes for the contest Login to Reply Sara Etgen-Baker Date: 8/24/2025 5:40:00 PM thank you for dropping by, Sotto, and for your thoughtful comments. I spent many days with my dad either at the shore of the lake or on his boat...somehow I felt secure knowing he was at peace. have a great week ahead, Texas hugs, Sara

Gershon Wolf Date: 8/23/2025 9:22:00 PM This is so profoundly lovely. Such a wonderful tribute to your dad and to the peace he found casting his line. Kudos, Gershon Login to Reply Sara Etgen-Baker Date: 8/24/2025 2:48:00 AM thank you, Gershon, for your kind comments. Appreciate you and your visits..have a splendid Sunday