Good Morning;

“Lookin’ outside, the dew’s on the grass, the sun’s peekin’ over the northern pines, and today’s just beggin’ for a story to be told.”

Looks like we’re in for another fine day here in Cottage Country. The sun’s shining like it’s got nothin’ better to do, the birds are pickin’ through their breakfast at the feeder like it’s a country diner, and the grass…well, it’s growin’ so fast I reckon I’ll be dustin’ off my old mower by tomorrow morning.

Highway 522’s been pretty quiet for this time of year, not too many new faces passing through. But that’s how it goes when the air starts getting a touch cool, and parents are busy gearing up for the kids to head back to school. It’s hard to believe summer’s nearly packed its bags. Just a reminder that up here in the north, you’ve gotta make hay, while the sun shines…because before long, you’ll be swapping out your garden gloves for a snow shovel, wondering where the warm days went.

On another note, my wife and I took a little trip to North Bay yesterday. We had a list of groceries and a few other things we’d been needing, so we figured it was time to stock things up. We navigated the store, crossing things off as we went, and before long, we had everything we came for…plus a few extras, we didn’t know we needed until we saw them. Seems that always happens!

After all that shopping, we treated ourselves to a Canadian Pizza with the works at East Side Mario’s, washed down with an ice tea. It hit the spot, let me tell you. Then, we couldn’t resist stopping by a local coffee shop for a hot cup of coffee, to sip on the way home.

The drive back was nice, with the trees starting to show the first hints of fall. We took our time, windows down, just letting the breeze and the scenery remind us, why we love living up here in the north. It’s funny how a simple trip can turn into something more, like a reminder to slow down, and take in the little things. In these parts, you learn that a good day isn’t measured by how much you get done, but by how well you enjoy what you’re doing, and yesterday, I’d say my lovely wife and I did just fine.

You know... I’ve seen folks get so caught up in rituals and rules, believing that’s what makes a life worthwhile. In my way of thinking, it’s not about how often you attend services, or having someone tell you their way is the only way. No Sir! A good day, for me, is about finding joy in simple things…like a quiet drive, or a shared meal, with the ones you love.

Today I am not sure what I will be doing, I guess I will have to wait and see.

With that I am off for my breakfast that my lovely wife has made for me and will then get to enjoying this great looking day.! As it should be!

You all have a great day and remember The best things in life are often the simplest. Take care now!

Fishing Times for Wednesday
08/21/24

Major Times
1:44 AM-3:44 AM
2:09 PM-4:09 PM

Minor Times
8:09 AM-9:09 AM
8:52 PM-9:52 PM

Day Rating: I give it a 3-Star Rating for catching a few. Good Luck!

Advice from an Old Angler: Poppers create a lot of surface noise, and are great for top water action. Cast them into open water, or near an old stump or a Lillie Pad, and give them a few pops. I’ve always said that: “Poppers are like a knock on the door…with fish come to see who’s causing a fuss!”