I can totally relate ....

I was raised by my Grandparents, from 5th grade to post Military return to the States. They loved to fish for Crappie, and thus were the mentors in getting me started. I have two fly rods & automatic fly reels that were passed on to me, from my Grandpa. The reels are stored away, but the rods were used for decades ... until a few years ago. They're now stored in the same closet as all my other fishing gear ... a constant reminder of my roots in the sport of Crappie fishing, and all the great trips to the lake my Grandparents & I took.

Memories are priceless ... thanks for reminding us to cherish & pass them on !!

... cp