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Ice Sharks Don't Really Exist  

Paulxx001 66M
8702 posts
12/6/2018 1:42 am

Last Read:
6/10/2020 6:39 pm

Ice Sharks Don't Really Exist

The north wind, howled down the lake. It blew the powdered snow, across his path, in horizontal sheets, that stung his cheeks. Brilliant midday sun, belied the harsh cold and blinded him. He lowered his covered head and trudged forward. When they were in love - they would walk that expanse together... laughing, as they slipped their way, across the polished ice. 

He moved steadfastly, in spite of the arctic conditions. Though you might have thought, he would be concerned. Would he find his way to safety, on the other side - before freezing... or falling through the ice?

When she was with him,  that was the joke , they always shared. They both knew, there was never, any danger, of either event occurring. The ice was three feet thick and they were dressed, like Everest climbers. 

When they would finally arrive (at that other side), the families from the ice huts, would greet them with warm hugs. Shots of alcohol, would always be shared. They would toast to health, to happiness and to long lives. Heck... eventually... they would toast to the fish. He would pull out the sandwiches and whatever else he'd brought in his knapsack, and they would all party. She'd laugh with him and with those hardy men and women, as they fished, for whatever they were catching - through those ice holes. Snowmobiles - chased by dogs and piloted by teens - would buzz around, racing across the ice and snow. By late day, the fishing would be done and the ice holes would be quickly, freezing over. They would have eaten, and drank and bated hooks, all afternoon. Plumes of grey smoke, would rise from wood stoves, as those shacks, became welcome shelters for the  frozen. There were many... who huddled in there; laughing, as marshmallows were being toasted and hot chocolate, was being served.

On this day, he was alone. He was halfway to the fishermen, as he paused and looked forward at the scattered ice huts. He then turned, and looked back, at that black dot, by  his shore. It was where, he had parked his car.

When she was with him... she'd laugh and make fun, of his resolve. She'd always walk ahead, beckoning him, to catch up to her.

"Quick... Quick... Come here. I see an ice shark, " she'd holler and wave to him, as she stared into the black ice. He'd always run up to her, as if it were true... just to amuse her. She would always reward him, with a loving kiss. Ice sharks don't really exist. I guess, a sturgeon might look like a shark, if you didn't know any better. 

There were no jokes, or laughter... or kisses, to share with anyone, on this day. The wind... hardly cared. It mocked him... whistling in his ears. He shielded his eyes against the sun, adjusted his glasses and peered into the whiteness. He looked at those dotted huts in the distance - through that wind swept haze. Then... he turned around. With his back to those shacks... and those fishermen - he slowly made his way, towards  his shoreline. 

When they were together, she'd ask him, if they could hurry back. Her feet were usually freezing... by then. 

There was no rush now. He'd be at his car, in less than an hour. The unopened bottle of vodka, resting in his pack, would still be cold, by the time he got home. He was standing, on a large patch of clear ice, as he bent down to adjust his<b> boots. </font></b>Just as he rose from his crouch, he saw, a shark swim by. "That was impossible... " he thought. "Ice sharks don't really exist." 


© December 2018 Paul P.
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So... 
Can you enjoy, going on adventures alone; or do you only go, when you have company to join you?
Have you ever been ice fishing? 
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Paulxx001 66M
22642 posts
12/6/2018 1:43 am

I know that I can go on adventures when I am alone. . . I don't need to be with anyone to do that. And I can have fun, when I'm off on that adventure. But... I'll say this : I much prefer going on adventures when I'm with family or friends. There should someone with me to verify that UFO sighting? Right? A simple thing like going to a show, is much more fun with someone with you. If it's a walk in the park or forest or something like that... then I can be alone and have a great time. Then again... how much trouble or adventure is there when you are alone in the forest ?


Paulxx001 66M
22642 posts
12/6/2018 1:44 am

Well of course I've been ice fishing. It's a great time. Usually someone's got the BBQ going, the huts are all nice and warm and cozy and the liquid refreshments are abundant. Funny thing is... I don't recall us really catching that many fish... Oh well ! I'd recommend that type of outing for family or friends any time. It's a blast !


klrtxx12874 53M

12/6/2018 2:08 am

mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm


bitchkitty2017 71F

12/6/2018 2:39 am

once a lot of years ago I went to see the smelt tournaments they had on the river here ..but now with climate changes the river never freezes over any more..those were the greatest times and some good days..sad they have to disappear ..


camperdude_69 63M
4641 posts
12/6/2018 2:47 am

vert nice
YES I have been ice fishing it is a lotta fun


mc_justmc 63M

12/6/2018 7:03 am

I've had fun exploring things on my own, but prefer having some company. I would not be caught any where near that much frozen ice or those kind of temperatures.


SeaGirlFL 60F
9220 posts
12/6/2018 7:10 am

I have never been ice fishing.

I don't mind adventures alone, I took a cruise by myself last year. I loved it. Sure, it would have been fun to share with someone...but, one of the things I loved best about that vacation was I could do what I wanted when I wanted...if I didn't feel like sitting on deck, I could go for a walk, no one to convince me to do something else. I guess I am still at that stage where I'm reveling in being able to decide what I want to do and not have anyone upset or disagreeing with me. (A lot of decisions during my marriage weren't mine.)

"Sometimes the most productive thing you can do is relax." – Mark Black


Paulxx001 66M
22642 posts
12/6/2018 7:51 am

    Quoting klrtxx12874:
    mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm
I agree... It seemed Mmmm really cold that day... 😕🎅


Paulxx001 66M
22642 posts
12/6/2018 7:54 am

    Quoting bitchkitty2017:
    once a lot of years ago I went to see the smelt tournaments they had on the river here ..but now with climate changes the river never freezes over any more..those were the greatest times and some good days..sad they have to disappear ..
Well... That's sad... Hmmm... Tell you what... If you're ever coming up here - let me know. There are a ton of ice hut places on the lakes that haven't got that global warming memo and they are minutes from my home. We'd have a blast! 😊🎅🍸🍷


Paulxx001 66M
22642 posts
12/6/2018 7:57 am

    Quoting camperdude_69:
    vert nice
    YES I have been ice fishing it is a lotta fun
Yes! If you've been... then you know. They are a lot of fun! 😊🍸🍷🏒⛸️ I love the fact that they're heated! 🔥Lol...


Paulxx001 66M
22642 posts
12/6/2018 8:01 am

    Quoting  :

... And I'll bet, they're the ones with the satelite dish and the 72 inch on the roof, and the wide screen on the inside... right? 📺🎬😂👍
Well.... You know exactly how much fun those places are. Catch any fish? 🐟🐬🐋🐡


Paulxx001 66M
22642 posts
12/6/2018 8:03 am

    Quoting  :

It's true... It is more fun when someone shares the experience with you... 😊👍😎 But yes... Lol I know what you mean...


Paulxx001 66M
22642 posts
12/6/2018 8:08 am

    Quoting  :

You're like me. No worries about being alone, but it's fun to share the memories with someone else afterwards.
You would probably love the whole ice hut vibe. Dress warm and party on the ice. 🎉❄️ When you get chilled, step inside that heated hut... drink something warm then - out you go again. Some of the larger ice hut camps have bathrooms as well.... 🍷🍸 You'd be a pro in no time! 😁


Paulxx001 66M
22642 posts
12/6/2018 8:13 am

    Quoting mc_justmc:
    I've had fun exploring things on my own, but prefer having some company. I would not be caught any where near that much frozen ice or those kind of temperatures.
I hear what you're saying about being with someone when on an adventure... that's for sure. 😊
That ice hut thing? It's not as cold as you think, when you're dressed for it. If you like tailgate parties... that's what this is like - except on ice. It's a blast! I'm sure you'd be fine! 🍸🍸🍸🍷🍷🍷🌿🌿🌿 Yep! 😱😬


Paulxx001 66M
22642 posts
12/6/2018 8:19 am

    Quoting SeaGirlFL:
    I have never been ice fishing.

    I don't mind adventures alone, I took a cruise by myself last year. I loved it. Sure, it would have been fun to share with someone...but, one of the things I loved best about that vacation was I could do what I wanted when I wanted...if I didn't feel like sitting on deck, I could go for a walk, no one to convince me to do something else. I guess I am still at that stage where I'm reveling in being able to decide what I want to do and not have anyone upset or disagreeing with me. (A lot of decisions during my marriage weren't mine.)
Ahhh... I understand what you're saying. Making your own decisions is great and liberating! 😊
You'd love the ice hut (fishing) experience. It's sort of like a boat cruise, except without the wet water, the warm weather and the boat... Ummm yep. Exactly the same. And nobody would tell you what to do either. You could sit on any part of the lake you'd want to... 😁😎🛳️ Refreshments are on the house if you're ever in the area... Oh and I have extra mitts and scarves... ❄️🔥


Paulxx001 66M
22642 posts
12/6/2018 8:23 am

    Quoting  :

You seem like the type of person who can manage things on her own or with a gang. Did you ever eat any of the fish? 🐟
I imagine that the MN experience is pretty close to what it's like over here. You'd fit right in... Just don't wear white. We wouldn't want to loose you. 🔥❄️😨


Tmptrzz 61F  
107039 posts
12/6/2018 11:11 am

I don't do to many things alone, but then I am not a fishing fan, he does that alone without me. This was a great read this morning thanks for sharing it with us, and I hope you enjoy the rest of your day..

Seduce the mind and see what a wonderful adventure the body will take you on..


sexyldy1000 68F  
9607 posts
12/6/2018 11:39 am

I am a strong and independent woman who has no problem getting out and doing things -visiting cultural and educational venues, shopping, movies, dinner, travel etc. on my own. Of course it's nice to have company but when that's not possible, as Nike says, I, 'Just Do It'.
Been fishing many times and yes, I still know how to bait a hook. Never tried ice fishing though - sounds cold but very social.


Paulxx001 66M
22642 posts
12/6/2018 11:56 am

    Quoting Tmptrzz:
    I don't do to many things alone, but then I am not a fishing fan, he does that alone without me. This was a great read this morning thanks for sharing it with us, and I hope you enjoy the rest of your day..
You'd probably enjoy ice fishing in those huts. It's more of a tail gait party that lasts all day than any hard core fishing. More of an all day picnic in the snow. Thanks for popping in... ❄️😊🌲⛄


Paulxx001 66M
22642 posts
12/6/2018 12:01 pm

    Quoting sexyldy1000:
    I am a strong and independent woman who has no problem getting out and doing things -visiting cultural and educational venues, shopping, movies, dinner, travel etc. on my own. Of course it's nice to have company but when that's not possible, as Nike says, I, 'Just Do It'.
    Been fishing many times and yes, I still know how to bait a hook. Never tried ice fishing though - sounds cold but very social.
Hmmm. Strong and independent... Kool... 😊 Well... If you know how to bait a hook you'd do fine on the ice. They use minnows so not much effort and the fishing is done with poles propped on tripods. When the fish bites you run over.. You'd probably love the food and the vibe as well. It's very relaxed.. Do you skate as well? ❄️⛄🌲


Paulxx001 66M
22642 posts
12/6/2018 1:24 pm

    Quoting  :

Ahhh... So you're a seasoned ice fisher person...? Kool. They are a fun social gathering... 😊❄️⛄
If you can be alone and entertain yourself... then hey...! It's all good! 😉👍
Thanks for stopping by... If we were at the ice shack... I'd offer you a fish... 🐟 Or a drink... 🍸🍷☕


Platosgames 102M
3189 posts
12/6/2018 1:26 pm

I used to take vacations to the Caribbean Islands by myself once or twice a year. Before 20 I would hop on my motorcycle and just take off. No one would hear from me for weeks. LOL

I take it it has to be really cold for there to be ice fishing...so that's a giant no.

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Paulxx001 66M
22642 posts
12/6/2018 5:03 pm

    Quoting Platosgames:
    I used to take vacations to the Caribbean Islands by myself once or twice a year. Before 20 I would hop on my motorcycle and just take off. No one would hear from me for weeks. LOL

    I take it it has to be really cold for there to be ice fishing...so that's a giant no.
No one would hear from you for weeks... sounds about right and sounds like a lot of fun. 😉😎 I imagine even if I mentioned that winter clothes exist or that it's like a tailgate party - except on snow... This is going to have 0 impact on your thoughts about even thinking about it..., lol No worries. I guess you're built for Global Warming... ⛄❄️🔥🏖️🌵


sweet_VM 65F
81699 posts
12/6/2018 11:50 pm

Nicely done. Yes I have been ice fishing with my grandpa hugs V

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Paulxx001 66M
22642 posts
12/7/2018 12:03 am

    Quoting  :

Sounds like you have gotten the hang of this Ice Hut Experience... Lol 😁❄️🍸🔥 It is a lot of fun! ⛄😉
You are deffinitely a person who is not afraid of stepping out there on her own. You go girl! 😉🙋🎅Thanks for stopping by...


pocogato12 71F  
37235 posts
12/7/2018 7:40 am

I have learned that my own company is quite often really necessary and above all, comfortable. Deep sea fishing is my thing that or brook trout. Never going to be compelled to try winter ice, skates or fish. The one trip I really would have liked to share was to Oregon to the Swan Island Dahlias and over the mountains to Tillamook and up Highway 101

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Paulxx001 66M
22642 posts
12/7/2018 9:00 am

    Quoting pocogato12:
    I have learned that my own company is quite often really necessary and above all, comfortable. Deep sea fishing is my thing that or brook trout. Never going to be compelled to try winter ice, skates or fish. The one trip I really would have liked to share was to Oregon to the Swan Island Dahlias and over the mountains to Tillamook and up Highway 101
Well... if you can't entertain yourself, who can you entertain?
Tsunami warnings... right? Hmmm... I'll take my chances on the 3 ft thick frozen ice and that heated hut. You wouldn't have to fish, you know. We could sit by the fire drinking Beaujolais or a nice Merlot... 🍷
Although I love the deep sea. It's fascinating and terrifying... at the same time! 🐳🐬
Sounds like that other adventure you had was a aworthy one as well...! You are quite the adventure lady!
I like to skydive... (well I did)... Heights? 🛩️I wish I lived closer to the sea. Lakes are 🆗 but the mighty sea (ocean) ! 😱


2trythis 60F
5109 posts
12/7/2018 6:10 pm

I can enjoy adventures alone. Sometimes I prefer that.

Have never been ice fishing. Not sure that I would like being in temperatures cold enough to freeze water three feet thick. I prefer the Texas heat.


Paulxx001 66M
22642 posts
12/7/2018 6:29 pm

    Quoting 2trythis:
    I can enjoy adventures alone. Sometimes I prefer that.

    Have never been ice fishing. Not sure that I would like being in temperatures cold enough to freeze water three feet thick. I prefer the Texas heat.
True... Being alone on an adventure can be a lot of fun.. And you sometimes get to meet interesting people... 🤔😀
Well.. We dress up the Texas gals to the 9's... Fur lined everything! 😁 It's like a huge tailgate party - except on ice. Trust me - you wouldn't feel the cold AT ALL! 🔥🔥🔥 But you know... the cold (like the heat), is an acquired taste. Your body gets used to it. You'd freeze with what you're wearing now though... 😱 So... Friday night...? Plans? Have a great weekend! Weekend! 🍸🎅


pollly_anna 60F  
697 posts
12/8/2018 4:26 pm

I rarely travel alone.

OH yes I've iced fished many a time but only inside a cabin on the ice with a pot belly stove inside with a bench alined the length of the cut opened ice.


Livin_my_Life14 53F

12/9/2018 6:00 pm

I’m very independent. Being with ME- doesn’t bother me. I very much enjoy doing things alone.


Paulxx001 66M
22642 posts
12/10/2018 2:37 am

    Quoting pollly_anna:
    I rarely travel alone.

    OH yes I've iced fished many a time but only inside a cabin on the ice with a pot belly stove inside with a bench alined the length of the cut opened ice.
I guess, since you don't drive - you need a pilot. 🛩️
That hut you describe seems nice and warm and cozy... 🔥 Sounds like you had fun. 😁🎅


Paulxx001 66M
22642 posts
12/10/2018 2:54 am

    Quoting  :

Wow! 😱 You are really the 'Fish Lady'. 🐟👧 🐡
8 lb walleye! Omg! That's a classic! 🐋🐚👍 It sounds like you had many great memories fishing. I think... fishing is a seriously underrated sport and family pastime. Such a peaceful, introspective, special way to watch life and share it with those close to you ... Hmmm... 🤗😊😄😁🤔😃 ... True memories ❤️You were fortunate!


Paulxx001 66M
22642 posts
12/10/2018 3:11 am

    Quoting Livin_my_Life14:
    I’m very independent. Being with ME- doesn’t bother me. I very much enjoy doing things alone.
Really...! 😊Sounds like you're very independant and being with yourself is a lot of fun! 😁 I'd tag along... if you'd let me... but that won't happen... 😳 Well... It's a brand new day, as I write this.. Enjoy it and have a great week! 👍❤️


BeccaLuvs 61F
20895 posts
12/10/2018 12:54 pm

Hey there Paul! Read it, and Mmm ..... I can imagine a couple all bundled up against the very cold and laughing, and yes, sharing stuff, everything they see! So to answer you - always fun to be with others or another and share "all"! Of course on occasion it can also be good to get out on your own, clear your head and just "be". Have never been ice fishing, live in a hot climate, although perhaps it might be possible in the high up peaks of the Drankensberg in winter? And, big grin, it def cooled me off!

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Paulxx001 66M
22642 posts
12/10/2018 4:54 pm

    Quoting BeccaLuvs:
    Hey there Paul! Read it, and Mmm ..... I can imagine a couple all bundled up against the very cold and laughing, and yes, sharing stuff, everything they see! So to answer you - always fun to be with others or another and share "all"! Of course on occasion it can also be good to get out on your own, clear your head and just "be". Have never been ice fishing, live in a hot climate, although perhaps it might be possible in the high up peaks of the Drankensberg in winter? And, big grin, it def cooled me off!
True on both counts... being with someone or alone... 😉 .. At the very least - you've cooled off... a bit! ❄️ ... It's still a little early for the ice hut season here, but the weather is chilling down more and more every day. That's what it is, in this climate so no valid complaints from the hardy, over here. Share a little of your heat with us? 🔥😁 Thanks for popping by... 👍


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