Equality under the law is one of the pure Freedoms that Americans have fought for through this countries history. At one point not everyone was treated equally. Battles were fought to try and give everyone the very Freedoms that lead to this nation being created to begin with. These freedoms included Religious Freedom and the Freedom of Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.
Now the freedom to pursue happiness is always a question. There is nothing that guarantees happiness. No guarantees were given in the Constitution of the United States or in the Declaration of Independence.
However, sometimes that pursuit of happiness, whether guaranteed or not, actually can bring about what feels to be a high level of equality.
Fishing!!!!
The pure happiness in catching a fish can lead to frustrations over catching nothing, or excitement over catching a big enough fish that you feel pure joy over the accomplishment.
While out fishing I saw people from all backgrounds and races just enjoying the pure pleasure of "Fishing!!!"
It didn't matter who you were, it didn't matter the color of your skin, the community was out enjoying the day fishing in the channel coming off of "Lake Story" in Galesburg, IL. People talked to each other, people and kids were excited about catching fish, I even overheard people asking questions about what kind of bait they were using. Some were using store bought lures, some using strawberry bait, some were using good old fashion worms or night-crawlers. It was like the news in the media didn't matter as people were just happy to be around one another. No hatred, no anger, just love for the community and fishing.
It might seam amazing that one activity can unite people for a day, a few hours, or even a few weeks, or longer, but sometimes just being involved with one another can bring change in each others hearts and even bring equality to light in ways none of us ever really think about. This goes not just for "Fishing," but for any sport. Families and individuals alike should just enjoy the excitement and connections of being active in the healthy ways that sporting activities can bring.
I was happy to see so many people out and about. It is a good sign that really "All Lives Matter" in the grand scheme of this world. In summary, stay active, stay healthy, and stay involved. Fish, Hike, Swim, play basketball, play football, or any sport that helps unite us as a society. For me, I love the Fishing and see it as a great way to simply get along!!!
#Opinion #BlackLivesMatter #AllLivesMatter #Fishing #Love
Author: J. Lynn
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