Dreaming Big

I have rarely been accused of modest dreams and aspirations. In fact, I can't imagine any situation in which my dreams and aspirations and delusions were anything but grandiose.

One of those dreams has been to do some sort of exotic trip to either Alaska or Patagonia and to cruise the inside passage and fish for large fish and generally get up close and personal (in a dignified, gentrified manner) with the natural order of these places.

Previously, I thought that one of the small cruise/adventure outfits would fit the bill -- the right balance between fly fishing (for me) and hiking/adventuring/etc. for the family. Something relatively modest in an area where things are friggin' expensive.

But now Orvis has taken the dream to a whole new level. Why skulk about on a motor yacht when you can skulk about in a motor yacht with, not one, but two helicopters. And a "fleet of jet boats and Zodiacs". And "9 fly-fishing guides and 3 naturalists". And a "chef and sommelier....to nourish the body and spirit". Do they also have yoga?

My body and spirit need nourishing. Anyone will tell you that.

I think I've found a new dream. I've been far too modest.

Heli-fishing. Is there any other way?

This is gonna cost me a bundle and Ann has already given me "the look" when I suggested we use the boys' college fund. You can send donations to PayPal via the Contact Me link above.

Tom Rosenbauer, Angler of the Year

Usually this whole "[INSERT ROLE] of the Year" stuff just doesn't interest me much. Mostly cause the stuff they're being recognized for either doesn't interest me or I don't see how this person influenced the thing they're touted for. Mark Zuckerberg, Time Person of the Year?! Nice website he's got there but jeez, it's not world peace. Didn't make or break my year.

Now, Angler of the Year, that's something I can connect with.

And Tom Rosenbauer as Angler of the Year? Makes perfect sense.