Oh, man I can relate to this. Brought up with a father who’s prime passion was fishing and his boat. I was with him very often until he passed away when I was 19 and as an adult, my second favourite pastime after music is fishing (although I must admit I prefer rivers and streams nowadays). I love this piece of art, Panu.

What magic you weave with your voice and words, Panu. I’m there, in that almost-silence on the summertime lake, suspended in time, spellbound. Yes, it’s pure magic listening to you after a boring day at work! Thank you. xxxx

Nice of you to share such a past time and place. Conjures up a simpleness I miss, as probably we all do.

one of your most touching and evocative poems…

Lovely picture of a time and place replete with tenderness and nostalgia.