Another great trip for you guys. Good to see. And you're right, you can get a big guy at any time on our smaller baits and "on the lighter size" gear. I didn't write about it but last year I caught my personal best LMB on a 1/32 oz. head with a Southern Pro stinger while fishing for my usual panfish. Was NOT expecting it; just like I missed the big fish last trip. We get lulled into the "usual" size fish and then WHAM! Give a little credit to yourself, too, for getting a nice fish like that in to the boat. It ain't all in the tackle, you know.
Yes, I was talking to myself; sometimes even I have to ask for expert advice.