IcatchDinks Posted September 21, 2023 Posted September 21, 2023 I've been away for a few weeks. Haven't been able to go fishing because we've been too busy preparing for our first child. He was born this morning. I've come to really enjoy this forum, and I like the internet fishing buddies I've found here. And as such, I wanted to give those that care an update. I imagine it'll be hard to find much time to go fishing the rest of the year. But the kiddo and wife are more important by far. Can't wait till he's big enough I can take him with me. 21 Quote
Super User DogBone_384 Posted September 21, 2023 Super User Posted September 21, 2023 Congratulations! 1 Quote
Global Moderator TnRiver46 Posted September 21, 2023 Global Moderator Posted September 21, 2023 Congrats!!! Ten fingers ten toes? First child so I guess it’s a current PB 2 3 Quote
IcatchDinks Posted September 21, 2023 Author Posted September 21, 2023 35 minutes ago, TnRiver46 said: Congrats!!! Ten fingers ten toes? First child so I guess it’s a current PB He weighed in at 6lbs, 12 Ozs. More than 4 lbs smaller than the biggest born in my family. But I think he's a keeper. ? 7 2 Quote
Eric 26 Posted September 21, 2023 Posted September 21, 2023 Congratulations ? ? It’s cool to read you have the right mindset and enjoy every moment as they go fast. 1 Quote
Super User Darth-Baiter Posted September 21, 2023 Super User Posted September 21, 2023 congrats!!! 1 Quote
Fishlegs Posted September 21, 2023 Posted September 21, 2023 Congratulations! I didn't fish much for a long time after my kids were born. I was too busy reading books, playing games, hanging tire swings, putting toys together, learning how to ride a bike, coaching ball teams, going to music recitals, etc. They're older now so I get to fish more. I love to fish, but I wouldn't trade a minute of the time I've had with my kids. My (unsolicited) advice is to fish if you can, but don't miss the kid stuff. Seeing them experience the joys of life, and making memories with them has been better than catching a PB...at least it has been for me. Congratulations, again! 4 1 Quote
Super User Dwight Hottle Posted September 21, 2023 Super User Posted September 21, 2023 Congrats on your new PB. 2 Quote
Super User N Florida Mike Posted September 21, 2023 Super User Posted September 21, 2023 Congratulations man! 1 Quote
Global Moderator 12poundbass Posted September 21, 2023 Global Moderator Posted September 21, 2023 Congrats! Fishing will happen again, give it time. For now, enjoy your new family. 1 Quote
volzfan59 Posted September 21, 2023 Posted September 21, 2023 CONGRATULATIONS!!! Best thing you will ever do. I've got two boys (men now) and five step daughter's (adult). I can't begin to tell you how much I Love them. You now have a new fishing buddy! All of mine love to fish. 2 Quote
Super User whitwolf Posted September 22, 2023 Super User Posted September 22, 2023 Congratulations! 1 Quote
Super User slonezp Posted September 22, 2023 Super User Posted September 22, 2023 7 hours ago, IcatchDinks said: He weighed in at 6lbs, 12 Ozs. More than 4 lbs smaller than the biggest born in my family. But I think he's a keeper. ? Momma probably wouldn't approve of you throwing him back 6 Quote
Super User Hammer 4 Posted September 22, 2023 Super User Posted September 22, 2023 Congratz.... 1 Quote
Susky River Rat Posted September 22, 2023 Posted September 22, 2023 Congratulations! Hopefully you have a new fishing partner for years and years to come 1 Quote
ironbjorn Posted September 22, 2023 Posted September 22, 2023 Great, this thread gave me mental imagery of reeling in a baby. Yikes. Never considered that they're born as nice sized bass, and I have 4 of my own. Congratulations man. 2 Quote
Global Moderator Mike L Posted September 22, 2023 Global Moderator Posted September 22, 2023 Congratulations!! Very happy for you both Mike 1 Quote
Captain Phil Posted September 22, 2023 Posted September 22, 2023 The birth of your first child is one of the greatest events you will have in your life. My son was born in 1966, I still remember it like it was yesterday. For the first year or two, your son will be a baby. These years are very important to his development. He will need lots of love and discipline too. Don't think he won't remember you in those years. As a baby, I was raised by my grandfather and I still think of him often. When he is old enough to hold a fishing rod, take him fishing with you. My son was my fishing buddy in his youth and I missed him terribly when he left home to start his own family. My son turned out to be everything I had hoped. Your little boy will too if you do the same. Congratulations! 3 Quote
GRiver Posted September 22, 2023 Posted September 22, 2023 Congratulations….. my Grandfather used to say ….congratulations on the baby ,say goodbye to a full nights sleep hahaha 1 Quote
Woody B Posted September 22, 2023 Posted September 22, 2023 Congratulations!!!! Your kid and any future kids are only young once. You'll have plenty of time to fish in the future. 1 Quote
Super User GaryH Posted September 22, 2023 Super User Posted September 22, 2023 Congratulations to you and your wife. 1 Quote
Super User Bankbeater Posted September 23, 2023 Super User Posted September 23, 2023 Congratulations! 1 Quote
Bazoo Posted September 23, 2023 Posted September 23, 2023 Congratulations. I have one that is 4, and another on the way. It's never too early to introduce them to fishing or other activities for which you want them to build a passion. 1 Quote
Super User GreenPig Posted September 23, 2023 Super User Posted September 23, 2023 Wonderful news. Get us a pick of the boy. 1 Quote
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