The Ward Family: Alyssa Goes Fishing

Kelly and Erica decided they wanted to take Alyssa fishing so they headed down to Grandpa and Grandmama's house. Kirk had some fishing gear and knew of a pond nearby that had some fish in it, so off we went. We all had a great time. Alyssa's attention span lasted about 5 minutes trying to catch fish, and then off she went. She did not realize that it sometimes took awhile to catch fish. She still had a great time. The owner of the property had a big white dog that she buddied up with and chased all over the property.

The day was a lot of fun. I can't remember the last time I went fishing, and think we need to go more often. My childhood memories of fishing were at the Curran's pond in Hennessey. They had huge catfish and perch. Lisa and Mom would take us out there and we would fish for awhile, then get out the paddle boats. Before we left for the day we would feed the fish. At one end of the pond we threw pellet fish food onto the water. The fish were "trained" and would hear the pellets drop into the water and then a swarm of catfish would show up. It was amazing! There were so many of them... and they were huge! At least I remember them being huge. I may have just been little. :)

Below are some pictures of the fishing extravaganza.

Below: Ryan was teaching Alyssa how to reel the line back in.

Below: Alyssa going solo.

Below: Needed a little help from Mom.
Below: Kelly and Alyssa made many trips around the pond.
Below: Ryan lost his lure and was attempting to find it. Funny stuff.
Below: He just realized I was taking pictures of him.
Below: Kirk almost had one.
Below: This is Kelly's idea of fishing. LOL love it.
Below: Greg and Erica (and Kelly) fishing.
Below: Ryan is going after my lure now. He had to go in a little deeper for mine. He is a trooper.
Below: Looks like I am about to get a big one! Actually my line was just stuck on a stick.
Below: There really are fish in this pond... and Erica caught one!
Below: I caught one too! And no, that is not the bait on my line... I actually caught that fish. And then I put him in the water because I did not want him to die because we were having trouble getting the hook out. Kirk was on his way to help and the little booger broke my line and swam away. I was so mad... and felt bad because it still had the hook in its mouth.
Below: Grayson stayed home with Grandmama and was so happy to see his mama when we got back.
Below: Cutest little smile.
Below: I do not remember what Greek appetizer Ryan was making, but you are supposed to light it on fire. He is such a good cook. Cooking dinner is something we always do together and I love that time we spend together.