Uncle Frank

My mother's family was Aunt Doris, Uncle Frank, Uncle Elwood and, of course, Grandma Duncan.  Yesterday, I was complaining about my cough and June recommended Fisherman's Friend.  The only fisherman I ever knew was my Uncle Frank...and I was by his side.

When we were at the summer cottage he would wake me up at 4 a.m. to go out on the lake. I felt so special.  In the dark, we would tiptoe out with the pole and bait and make our way to the boat. The water was calm so I wasn't scared.

Funny, I don't remember whether we caught any fish, or if we did, how big they were. What stays with me is the companionship.  Uncle Frank's gift for the two of us.