Jerry I had that same thought when I read the post last night. I landed a really nice trout yesterday on my T & T and I was so excited to share the news! It was wonderful but so unlike me (I prefer saltwater fishing). I took along one of Tony's Chili Peppers to try something different on these fish. When I landed the trout I thought maybe I was getting better at this but now I wonder if Murf was there giving me hand on his way to a better place. It's a nice thought. Warm Regards, Deb
-----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jerry Goldsmith Sent: Sunday, April 16, 2006 12:06 PM To: [email protected] Subject: RE: [VFB] Our friend is gone. I am stunned. Like others on the list, I signed on this morning expecting to see the usual lighthearted banter and semi-informational stuff of the list. I was excited about sharing my good news- snapping my 0-7 fishless trips with news of a good day and half in Jupiter. The first post I read was about Murf's death. As others have said, I felt like I had been punched in the gut. Murf was our resident wit. His humor was without doubt his greatest contribution. Like many others I also had several off list with Murf. He was that kind of guy. Generous of heart and willing to share of his knowledge. His sudden death is unfortunately reminiscent of another Murph (note spelling) who also died shortly and very unexpectedly after attending a gathering of listers. (The Tuck Clave on the FF@ List- now known as the MurphClave on the Tuck.) Byard- a special acknowledgement to you. I know you will miss him as much as his family. You have lost a brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you. The reason we are so touched is because you have created an extended family known as VFB. We genuinely care about each other, and I consider the list family. Others have reminded us of how quickly life can turn and to make the most of each day. I, OTOH, will do what Jews do in the face of great sorrow. Either pray or tell a story. :-) A brief story-- Our 1st night Passover Seder occurred on Wednesday evening. April 12th is our Rebecca's birthday. She would have been 24 if she were still with us on earth. It was also the "Yahrtzeit" of Diane's Dad- the annual remembrance of his death according to Hebrew Calendar (Lunar). So before lighting the candles for the Passover observance, we lit a candle for Diane's Dad and a birthday candle for Rebecca. And we then stated a new Seder tradition. We invited all of those loved who have passed to come join our Seder. We simply called out there names. Fathers and Mothers, Grandparents, Aunts and Uncles, brothers and sisters and yes even Children. What started as the smallest Seder we have had in years (only 13) quickly became a full scale banquet as spirit after spirit joined our Seder and soon we had a 100 or more souls from 4-5 past and present generations sitting at our table. >From now on, when ever I go fishing I am going to speak Murf and Murph's names and invite them to join me. I am willing to bet you I catch more fish, JG JG Jerry Goldsmith Altamonte Springs, Fl [EMAIL PROTECTED] > -----Original Message----- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Richard Zieger > Sent: Sunday, April 16, 2006 8:01 AM > To: [email protected] > Subject: Re: [VFB] Our friend is gone. > > I am shocked. I got to meet Dave and sample his great > generosity when we went to his cabin last summer He was even > nicer in person that he was on this list. > I did not see this until early this am as my father-in-law > passed away early yesterday also. > > Two great individuals met their Maker yesterday and both > will be missed. > > Rick >
