I got to go back east....

 

We'll have to make the RBC 2 another barn burner.  Good luck with your folks Ben.






PS...Where exactly is "back east?"  Unless its appalachia I'm sure they have an internet connection too, you can't escape ncka that easily 

   gonna mis you bro, alot!     you are doing the only thing a real_man would do.   

Tight lines amigo, you're making a good decision.
-beenfishin

Seems to be a time of change all around. I have several friends that are in the process of moving some distance due to various circumstances.

Absolute best of luck on your new adventure Ben. Art is right, you'll still be a part of this community so check in often!

I know that was a tough decision for you, but it sounds like the right thing to do. You'll be joining the ranks of NCKA ex-pats, but maybe you'll be able to make an occasional return like many of us have been able to do.

Keep in touch brother! You'll be the East Coast Connection for any trips we might make. We'll be counting on some pics of monster stripers from the yak! 

Now I have an excuse to get back to Ocean City....

Ben you are doing the right thing, caring for your family is the most important priority in a man's life..though we will all going to miss you..damn I already miss you...

I really enjoyed meeting you and getting to hang out with you....

I will miss you Ben, but like everyone has said you are doing the right thing for sure.

You get time to make it down this way before you head out and want to go jump in the water and chase some fishies around just let me know!!

Take care and best of luck.

 

Sincerely,

Jim

Bummer brother. I have faith the Pacific will call you back. Good luck.........

Ben, I changed my screen name and avatar in tribute to your move back east.  Perhaps someday, we will fish the Jersey Shore for some Snooki-sized strippers or bluefish.  now that would be phat

whoa dude, I will miss ya for sure, and would love a piece of art to remember you by... or a net... I cant really justify another rod...  hope to see you at the RBC,

Right on folks, thanx a million for the well wishes, its a big freakin step Ill tell you.... So I got on a waiting list six months ago for my art to be put up at Fairfix Cafe, and I just got the call, so on Oct, 1st my stuff will be up, I was wondering what I was going to do with the big ones .......
I can throw a pretty big BBQ party at my house also, free fishing stuff for everyone! - just need to figure a date that isnt a tourny date.... I love you guys!