Blackwater 53393 Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 (edited) I miss my buddy! We talked often and jousted here in fun and friendship. I was looking back at some old emails that I have archived and found this one from 2020 that he sent me!! ENJOY!!! The devil whispered to me, “I’m coming for you.” I whispered back, “Bring pizza.” Having plans sounds like a good idea until you have to put on clothes and leave the house. It’s weird being the same age as old people. When I was a kid I wanted to be older…this is not what I expected. Life is like a helicopter. I don’t know how to operate a helicopter. Chocolate is God’s way of telling us he likes us a little bit chubby. It’s probably my age that tricks people into thinking I’m an adult. Never sing in the shower! Singing leads to dancing, dancing leads to slipping, and slipping leads to paramedics seeing you naked. So remember…Don’t sing! If 2020 was a math word-problem: If you’re going down a river at 2 MPH and your canoe loses a wheel, how much pancake mix would you need to re-shingle your roof? I see people about my age mountain climbing; I feel good getting my leg through my underwear without losing my balance. If you can’t think of a word say “I forgot the English word for it.” That way people will think you’re bilingual instead of an idiot. I’m at a place in my life where errands are starting to count as going out. Coronacoaster noun: the ups and downs of a pandemic. One day you’re loving your bubble, doing work outs, baking banana bread and going for long walks and the next you’re crying, drinking gin for breakfast and missing people you don’t even like. I’m at that age where my mind still thinks I’m 29, my humor suggests I’m 12, while my body mostly keeps asking if I’m sure I’m not dead yet. I’m getting tired of being part of a major historical event. I don’t always go the extra mile, but when I do it’s because I missed my exit. At what point can we just start using 2020 as profanity? As in: “That’s a load of 2020.” or “What in the 2020.” or “abso-2020-lutely.” You don’t realize how old you are until you sit on the floor and then try to get back up. We all get heavier as we get older, because there's a lot more information in our heads. That's my story and I'm sticking to it. I think we can include 2021 and 2022 as well!! Edited January 7 by Blackwater 53393 9 4 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Original Lumpy Gritz Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 Loosing him and Allie left a huge void 10 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-BAR #18287 Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 Some folks don’t have to worry about being interviewed by St. Peter, like BMC. 5 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michigan Slim Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 Miss talking a bit of fishing with him. Very much so. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hardpan Curmudgeon SASS #8967 Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 @Blackwater 53393, those are priceless. Much appreciated! He is missed, for sure. 5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forty Rod SASS 3935 Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 54 minutes ago, Blackwater 53393 said: I miss my buddy! We talked often and jousted here in fun and friendship. I was looking back at some old emails that I have archived and found this one from 2020 that he sent me!! ENJOY!!! The devil whispered to me, “I’m coming for you.” I whispered back, “Bring pizza.” Having plans sounds like a good idea until you have to put on clothes and leave the house. It’s weird being the same age as old people. When I was a kid I wanted to be older…this is not what I expected. Life is like a helicopter. I don’t know how to operate a helicopter. Chocolate is God’s way of telling us he likes us a little bit chubby. It’s probably my age that tricks people into thinking I’m an adult. Never sing in the shower! Singing leads to dancing, dancing leads to slipping, and slipping leads to paramedics seeing you naked. So remember…Don’t sing! If 2020 was a math word-problem: If you’re going down a river at 2 MPH and your canoe loses a wheel, how much pancake mix would you need to re-shingle your roof? I see people about my age mountain climbing; I feel good getting my leg through my underwear without losing my balance. If you can’t think of a word say “I forgot the English word for it.” That way people will think you’re bilingual instead of an idiot. I’m at a place in my life where errands are starting to count as going out. Coronacoaster noun: the ups and downs of a pandemic. One day you’re loving your bubble, doing work outs, baking banana bread and going for long walks and the next you’re crying, drinking gin for breakfast and missing people you don’t even like. I’m at that age where my mind still thinks I’m 29, my humor suggests I’m 12, while my body mostly keeps asking if I’m sure I’m not dead yet. I’m getting tired of being part of a major historical event. I don’t always go the extra mile, but when I do it’s because I missed my exit. At what point can we just start using 2020 as profanity? As in: “That’s a load of 2020.” or “What in the 2020.” or “abso-2020-lutely.” You don’t realize how old you are until you sit on the floor and then try to get back up. We all get heavier as we get older, because there's a lot more information in our heads. That's my story and I'm sticking to it. I think we can include 2021 and 2022 as well!! Every word of that fits my pistol. Could be one of the reasons I miss old BMJ. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Riot, SASS #13748 Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 He was quite a guy. I remember years ago I was complaining about bass fishing and how I just couldn’t figure out how to get them to hit. He said “If you’re stressed out while you’re fishing you’re doing it wrong!” I still tell myself that today. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rye Miles #13621 Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 I miss talking to him about baseball! 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chickasaw Bill SASS #70001 Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 Losing BMC , was a huge loss , I would tease him about the regs, up there , had some thought provoking conversations with him Tight lines Chickaaw 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt. R. Hugh Kidnme Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 I too miss BMC, and the good natured back and forth. He was a one off kinda man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subdeacon Joe Posted January 7 Share Posted January 7 I really miss him. I'll see an ad for tofu, or a fishing meme and think "Charlie would get a kick out of that." Only he ain't here. Well, one more time for you, Charlie: 1 2 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackwater 53393 Posted January 8 Author Share Posted January 8 (edited) Been a year now that ol’ Badger’s been roamin’ around with Wheelgun Willy and Captain Jack, fishin’ the streams in heaven. Never mind that!! They ain’t fishin’. They’re CATCHIN’!!! (CURSE YOU, OTTO!!) Edited January 8 by Blackwater 53393 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subdeacon Joe Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 2 hours ago, Blackwater 53393 said: They’re CATCHIN’!!! Oh lordy! Does that mean we have to get another vaccine? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackwater 53393 Posted January 9 Author Share Posted January 9 10 minutes ago, Subdeacon Joe said: Oh lordy! Does that mean we have to get another vaccine? Nope!! Might orta’ plan on bringing a skillet with ya’ if ya’ make it to heaven!! Maybe some tartar sauce… 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chickasaw Bill SASS #70001 Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 better yet , some horseradish and some malted vinger CB 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackwater 53393 Posted January 9 Author Share Posted January 9 (edited) 7 minutes ago, Chickasaw Bill SASS #70001 said: better yet , some horseradish and some malted vinger CB Not a bad thought there, CB!! MAN!! I could go for some smoked catfish ‘bout now!! Edited January 9 by Blackwater 53393 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chickasaw Bill SASS #70001 Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 I think I get some fish in the freezer , might have to fire up the dep fryer think all I get is crappie , never tried to smoke catfish , thinking I gotta do that this year , maybe throw some walleye in there too the only way I can eat trout is smoked , some thing about the oil on em did some striped bass some years back came out fairly good CB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackwater 53393 Posted January 9 Author Share Posted January 9 THERE YA GO, BADGER!! See what you started?? 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subdeacon Joe Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 21 minutes ago, Blackwater 53393 said: Maybe some tartar sauce… 19 minutes ago, Chickasaw Bill SASS #70001 said: better yet , some horseradish and some malted vinger CB I've never been partial to tarter sauce. Catsup with horseradish, lemon juice, and some pickle relish for me. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackwater 53393 Posted January 9 Author Share Posted January 9 1 minute ago, Subdeacon Joe said: I've never been partial to tarter sauce. Catsup with horseradish, lemon juice, and some pickle relish for me. cocktail sauce! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-BAR #18287 Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 20 minutes ago, Subdeacon Joe said: I've never been partial to tarter sauce. Catsup with horseradish, lemon juice, and some pickle relish for me. 19 minutes ago, Blackwater 53393 said: cocktail sauce! Good fish (like good ribs) don’t need no sauce! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forty Rod SASS 3935 Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 1 hour ago, Blackwater 53393 said: Nope!! Might orta’ plan on bringing a skillet with ya’ if ya’ make it to heaven!! Maybe some tartar sauce… Salt, butter, and lemon will do for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Riot, SASS #13748 Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 1 hour ago, Blackwater 53393 said: Not a bad thought there, CB!! MAN!! I could go for some smoked catfish ‘bout now!! Ooh…I have a smoker and I gotta pole. Gotta renew my license. Never had smoked catfish before. It sounds wonderful. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackwater 53393 Posted January 9 Author Share Posted January 9 13 minutes ago, Pat Riot, SASS #13748 said: Ooh…I have a smoker and I gotta pole. Gotta renew my license. Never had smoked catfish before. It sounds wonderful. My friend and keyboard player worked for TWRA, (Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency) as a surveyor for the fisheries department. He smokes catfish for our weekend get-togethers, (I do different versions of shrimp) where the band members hang out and party. That catfish is spectacular and we all look forward to the next time!! I asked him where he got the recipe for his seasoning, but he hasn’t let me have it yet!! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Blackwater 53393 Posted January 15 Author Share Posted January 15 Never was much for fishin’!! I kinda’ like CATCHIN’ though. If I haven’t caught something in the first half hour, I’m ready to go do something else! I do respect those who can spend the day and not fill a stringer. They have figured out how to do something without doing anything! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rye Miles #13621 Posted January 16 Share Posted January 16 I used to go fishing with my buddy and my cousin, both are gone now but I have some great memories except for cleaning the fish! I always hated that! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michigan Slim Posted January 16 Share Posted January 16 The steelhead are in the river, Badger. Too dang cold to get them, but they are there! I drove along the Muskegon with my wife today on our way home from the cabin. It was running strong and clear. I'll always think of BMC when I do. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marshal Dan Troop 70448 Posted January 16 Share Posted January 16 I miss Badger very much. Seems as if the Saloon is slowly emptying out. Oh how he loved his Garand also and needed a bayonet for it. I wonder if he ever received the one I sent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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