Kindness pays off.

Yesterday I saw a couple guys having to lift a fella out of the boat into a wheelchair. An older gentlemen who apparently could not use his legs. I spoke with the son just briefly and don't know where they're from but I thought that was an awesome thing to do. I'm sure both will never forget the adventure. And from what I hear they caught lots of fish too. It pays to help others out. Never know when you might need someone returning the favor. Not sure why I was inclined to write this other than maybe I hear people complain about what in reality are senseless things to complain about. If you have good health you are fortunate.

Amen! Thanks for posting.

I know how he feels. If it wernt for my fishing partner Torch , I probably wouldnt get to fish much. With COPD and Heart problems , It has gotten to the point I cant make the uphill walk to get the truck and load the boat. It pays to be watchful of those that really need a little help. Just my $.02....

Having a daughter with disabilities really opens your eyes to those less fortunate.. Goin in morning with Handi, won't matter if we catch em or not.. It's all about helping each other and having a good time..

Over the years I have fished with several in wheelchairs, amazes me that there aint no quit in em, I just don't see them as handicapped, just challenged and most step up. I am blessed with decent health and always try to take time to help if I can.
Very cool what those guys were doing.

27458, That's a great post!We should always be mindful of others!Go out of your way to help others. Enjoy all that God has given to us!

It will pay you back ten fold in blessings

That's great I for one have had fishing get cut a lot because of old age and health probs. But I am blessed to have friends that will help me go when I can.

It never hurts to help anyone that can use a hand... We do get caught up in the negative a lot, crowded lakes and ramps and inconsiderate folks. We never stop to think of how much of a blessing it is to get out on the water. In my dad's last years his COPD had gotten so bad that if he went, we would have to let him get in the boat and back it down with him in there. He couldn't load batteries and tackle boxes or carry coolers full of fish, but nothing made me happier than being able to do for him what he had done for me for the first 15 years of my life. I would fry some fish up for him and he would always tell me that they tasted better when he didn't have to work so hard for em! Kindness to our fellow man seems to be a dying trend, and we can all either make it a point to help out and make someones day easier, or it will continue to be more like WORK to get on and off the water.

Not to mention, it feels good to hear the words thank you truly spoken from a grateful mouth.

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Originally Posted by satdoc1

I know how he feels. If it wernt for my fishing partner Torch , I probably wouldnt get to fish much. With COPD and Heart problems , It has gotten to the point I cant make the uphill walk to get the truck and load the boat. It pays to be watchful of those that really need a little help. Just my $.02....

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You have a great fishing partner Rusty