.....in Sacramento, California.


I worked at Sports Unlimited on Arden Way, Tower of Sports on Howe Avenue and West Capital Rod & Gun in West Sacrament,

I also had my "fly shops" that were in 3 different locations. The Fly Hutch, Fly Fishing Unlimited and Kiene's Fly Shop.


During that time I met a ton of people.....mostly interesting ones too.

I enjoy engaging people so I always got to know most of them.

My staff made fun of the fact that I would ask people "Where did you go to high school?"

This really tells you a lot about people and maybe it would be a connection.

When I see someone now that I recognize it hard to tell when, where and how we were connected?

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This guy came in one day and I recognized him but was not sure how long or where I knew him from.

He picked up some supplies and we talked for quit a while.

When he left he said "Now Bill, you do remember we went to high school together?"

In my usually manner I said " Oh yes, that's is where I know you from."

Yes, 4 years of high school and 50 years of sporting goods shopping in 6 locations.

We both laughed........( I still don't remember his name?)

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Retired early.......trust me.

Go to your class reunions....especially your 50th.

If you want to be a good angler you need to fish more.......

Try to contact an old friend every week......




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