Finally got my son fishing and man, it was worth the wait

Jan 24·1 min read

Took my boy out to the lake last Saturday for his first real fishing trip. We didn't catch much but we just sat there talking about life and I realized how rare that is these days. He's 14 and usually got his nose in his phone. Something about being out on the water just opened him up. Felt like I was doing something right as a dad for once. Thought some of you might appreciate that.

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Comments(5)

MMarcusNew DadJan 24

How old is your boy? I've been thinking about taking mine but he's only 4 and I wasn't sure if he'd have the patience for it.

JJoseRegularJan 25

The not catching fish part is actually the best part honestly. Forces you to just sit and talk and enjoy being there together.

NNathan R.New DadJan 26

There's something magical about that first trip. We didn't catch anything either but my son talked about it for weeks. He wants to go back every weekend now.

MMike R.RegularJan 27

This is the kind of stuff they remember forever. Forget expensive toys, these moments are what actually stick with kids.

TTom E.RegularJan 27

Best dad move ever. My old man took me fishing when I was young and now at 32 I still remember exactly how that felt.