Joe Hard 0 Report post Posted November 20, 2006 As most of you know I dig saltwater Bloodworms for a living. I am officially done for the year. It was one of the best seasons I have ever had. I more or less spent the whole summer digging by myself, going where and when I wanted with no competition for space on the flats. This was a first for me, I have been the lone man on the flats a few tides here and there but never the better part of the year. It was lonely at times and I found myself talking to seagulls on occasion, and throwing them cut and damaged worms like they were pets. Not having to deal with other diggers and there problems was worth more than any money I could of made. Had I been with a group of diggers at a better more productive spot. Digging Bloodworms is a rugged job, I am getting older and considering something else, here is a picture of 3 of my fingers on my power hand. I know the rest of my body must be taking its toll as well. The crazy thing is I am thinking about getting on a scallop boat or something simmilar, harder work, less freedom but better money. I am also considering moving back to Ontario to be closer to my family. (pipe dreams but possibilities) I spent a week doing as little as possible, and have got totally tired of that. I have 200 million little projects and ideas and am looking forward to tying up a storm this winter. I think I am going to go tip a few then lock myself away and see what I can create for this years contest. Its getting closer and I can tell that there are going to be some dynamite flies this year :yahoo: :yahoo: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Report post Posted November 20, 2006 Ouch! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gregg A 0 Report post Posted November 20, 2006 Damn Dayn, that looks painful. :crying: Smear some Bag Balm on em and wrap em up. They'll be good as new after a few cold ones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Redwings1 0 Report post Posted November 20, 2006 so you use gloves when doing floss work...right... Looks like that smarts a bit. I can only imagine the comparable internal scarring I have from sitting in a cube all day... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
letumgo 0 Report post Posted November 20, 2006 Man, it makes my fingers hurt just looking at them... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Steeldrifter 0 Report post Posted November 20, 2006 Oh lord I think i'm gonna :sick: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deeky 0 Report post Posted November 20, 2006 Those are 3 nice trophies you got there. What exactly causes it? Is it chapped? I think you said the worms bight? Did the seagulls get a little too excited? What's the deal? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gregg A 0 Report post Posted November 21, 2006 I dont even get that chewed up fighting bulls. Worm digging must be really rough. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kodiak Commando 0 Report post Posted November 21, 2006 That does look downright painful!!! You must be one hard worker, very admirable. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DaUP 0 Report post Posted November 21, 2006 and htey say Canadians are lazy... wait a minute thats Americans nevermind Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fly time 0 Report post Posted November 21, 2006 Damn Daryn, thats insane!!!!! Ill send ya a couple pairs of leather gloves if ya want!!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Joe Hard 0 Report post Posted November 21, 2006 The boys call it rip and tear. Its just a walk in the park. I call it brutal crucial. It puts beer on the table and feathers on the hooks. Hey I am no dummy if a worm bit me and left such a grand mark, I would learn how to fly. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
