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[catchinon]

I never intended to imply anything about contending or competing, just making conversation. I enjoy nearly every post though I have little or no interest in some of the subjects at hand. As a moderator I have to read every post on the General Board and try to make sure that everyone plays nicely together. I have had to do very little in that regard. I have learned so much, fished new places, tried new methods, made new friends, and enjoyed the good-natured competition of the contests since joining. I never expected to be a moderator; in fact when wiperhunter2 asked if I had ever considered being one I said no I hadn't because I didn't believe I had the skills or experience to be one. I was surprised and flattered that he would ask me; I thought he was just asking if sometime in the future he might keep me in mind as a possibility. I found out that I had more of the skills required and have learned a lot since then.

As an educator I am inclined to share almost anything I learn. I try not to share anything that someone wants to keep secret--I respect that. (Be sure to tell me you don't want me to share your secret spot or whatever you tell me about.) Someone recently shared information on here about a small water that can't stand much pressure. Some time back I read some posts (not even sure it was on here, but probably was) where some members took another to task for revealing this same place. I realize that there are situations where it is best to keep something to oneself and I respect that but am surprised sometimes at what members won't share. But I won't mention it.

As my wife says, "Don't should on me!" I try to live by that.
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