As he was squatted behind home plate, a position some coveted, he caught the missed balls and then skillfully propelled them back to the pitcher.
He was hardly inside the doorway when he was bombarded by little children clamoring, “Daddy, Daddy” as they grabbed hold of his legs before letting go so he could set down his briefcase while at the same time feeling thankful for sea legs.
On herpetology field trips he carefully picked up snakes and lizards to examine them before returning them to their habitat.
When he caught flack for something he did, or the way he had handled something at work, instead of bringing it home, he let it go.
With camera in hand, he perfected his craft over his lifetime as he repeatedly and steadily pressed the shutter and then let it disengage.
Whether in a boat, or almost completely encased in waders in a river, he became a master of catch and release.
Life is a series of ....
ReplyDeleteIndeed it is. :-)
Deletetotally smile response*
ReplyDelete*some Sixes are just plain fun to read.
Thanks, Clark.
DeleteI love how cleverly you’ve woven a handful of scenarios into the core personality of one man and one concept. Well done! I think I’d like this guy, he made me smile!
ReplyDeleteThanks. He makes me smile too.
Deletevery slick you are. good job on this one. thanks for the smile.
ReplyDeleteThanks, and you are welcome. :-)
DeleteLove your six!
ReplyDeleteGlad you like it.
DeleteWell told!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Mimi.
DeleteThe act of letting go. Easier said than done for many. This man sounds well practiced at it :)
ReplyDeleteNicely done, Pat.
I agree. For some it takes many years. Even this man probably would be the first to admit that there was some practice and learning involved.
DeleteThanks, Denise.
Life truly does require release, but oh to catch the thrill of the catch.
ReplyDeleteFor sure, there are many things that bring a thrill when caught.
DeleteI enjoyed each scene of release. Cool take.
ReplyDeleteI am glad you enjoyed each one. Thank you.
DeleteVery clever inclusion of all types of releases.. I had to read it twice to take it all in..
ReplyDeleteThanks, Violet. I felt like saying, "to be continued," because there may be some that were left out and others that will appear in the future.
DeleteYou painted a great portrait here!
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