I really did not expect many to remember something about the history of Sardis, which happened before most were even born. Not being even interested in that history is another matter. All of the old duck clubs in the Mid-South areas of west TN, AR and MS kept logs of their pasts. Some date back to the late 1800's. Their history was valued. Most who are fishing today are completely enamored with their toys and techniques. It has not always been that way. Take those two men I mentioned. Neither owned a trolling motor. Both were consumant anglers. Both used a technique I have never even seen mentioned on this board. And both would fish circles today around anyone on Sardis today, and those that knew them would agree with me. The memories of places like the Tackle Box, Rufus running bare hook trot lines and filling the boat up with catfish, Viola and Lottie cooking those fish at the restaurant, and everyone sitting in Holiday Lodge praying the old man could make it across the lake, and finally, Bill's whowee!!! after a great day on the water.
Friendships and memories do not fail. I hope your lives will be as full as this old man's.