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I know……In the past it’s been 1 guy doing it and I could deal with it,But this year was many more. Just too small of an area…I think I’ll have to find somewhere else to set up the openner. Maybe I’ll try big D’s tournament. Theres a pair…Me and Crosby Stick! Hey Kevin………

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One thing to consider Chappy is that the fishing is not always the main reason we get together for the opener. We usually only get the bulk of the boys together for one weekend a year. Fishing becomes secondary (Where could you get better laughs then one of our foursome losing it on the golf course. I am still chuckling about that) I enjoy fishing as much as you (Even in the rain), but tradition is not something I would be willing to give up on a few fish, or because those bozos were buzzing us all day.

We can just do some scouting and get away from the crowds next year. It’s a big chain and could make for a fun little tournament between boats. No fishing in the current areas.

Just something to think about…..By the way…did I outfish you this year?

Outfishchappyguy

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If I lose my job, I will get another, but I lose all my pay increases starting over at the bottom and I lose all the benefits and perks that I worked a long time for.

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Usually that happens with factory jobs and employment where anyone can fill their positions and they have set scales for wages, vacation, and benefits. Besides those jobs, you should be able to sell yourself to a higher standard and negotiate your wages, vacation, and benefits.

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Maybe if they had an education they would have more flexibility and be more employable. That makes common sense though, so maybe we should count that one out. …..I went to college so I guess I wouldn’t know what common sense is.

As far as the economy goes. The fed will continue to be more accomodating. As cheap money is put to work the recession (If there is one) should be short lived. We have to remember that our unemployement is still at very low levels. We are still in the process of transferring from a manufacturing to a technological society…people lose their jobs and in time are retrained in a different field. Hopefully that time is a pain free as possible.

As far as unions go. They serve their purpose for all of us, not just those who are taking part in the union. The raises given at the company I work for are in direct correlation to the negotiated pay increases the union receives.

I’m off my soap box now….

Chapper, when are we going fishing again! Send me a PM….I have some thoughts