Human Kindness and Helping hands!

[Mostyn]

I recently saw a thread on this forum, Re, tying very small flies (Caenis) I thought the post was well written and some excellent photos of a step by step tying method! I posted a reply congratulating the fly tier on his skill; and also mentioned that I could no longer tie such small flies!

I did not expect a message via PM, offering me some of the flies shown on the forum thread! I offered to buy a few of the flies in question! But, this Gentleman from Cowdenbeath, refused any payment!

I received in the post this morning by recorded delivery, 14, beautifully tied flies.

I wont mention the name of this kind and generous person; but just say I'm extremely grateful for his kindness and his skill in being able to tie such perfect imitations!

It never ceases to amaze me, the friendship, help and generosity we experience on this forum!

My sincere regards

Mostyn

[mot]

Huzzah for human kindness, well done that man!

[fredaevans]

Originally Posted by mot

Huzzah for human kindness, well done that man!

Having been on the receiving (and sending end) of this type of exchange it has been a delight to 'watch my mail.'
fae

[bigbadtroutfisher]

Originally Posted by Mostyn

I recently saw a thread on this forum, Re, tying very small flies (Caenis) I thought the post was well written and some excellent photos of a step by step tying method! I posted a reply congratulating the fly tier on his skill; and also mentioned that I could no longer tie such small flies!

I did not expect a message via PM, offering me some of the flies shown on the forum thread! I offered to buy a few of the flies in question! But, this Gentleman from Cowdenbeath, refused any payment!

I received in the post this morning by recorded delivery, 14, beautifully tied flies.

I wont mention the name of this kind and generous person; but just say I'm extremely grateful for his kindness and his skill in being able to tie such perfect imitations!

It never ceases to amaze me, the friendship, help and generosity we experience on this forum!

My sincere regards

Mostyn

Ever now and again its good to give someback rather than take take take
Its good for the soul.
Robert

[mot]

Originally Posted by fredaevans

Having been on the receiving (and sending end) of this type of exchange it has been a delight to 'watch my mail.'
fae

Been on the recieving end too very heartwarming, I do what I can to help others too. My earlier reaction was because this thread brightened what was otherwise a not-very-nice day owing to my bike being stolen last night. I was pleased to see there was some good karma to balance out the bad today

[Mostyn]

Yes, Restores your faith in human nature; and just goes to show that some people care about others!

MOT
Really sorry to hear about your Bike being stolen! But what goes round - comes round! Lets hope the thief will at some point in their lives, feel as upset as you feel right now!

---------- Post added at 10:17 PM ---------- Previous post was at 10:12 PM ----------

Originally Posted by bigbadtroutfisher

Ever now and again its good to give someback rather than take take take
Its good for the soul.
Robert

I agree,

Thanks Robert!

used one of the Olive CDC emerge-rs this afternoon! Worked a treat!

Sincere Regards

M

[Mrtrout]

A very nice gesture from your benefactor Mostyn, but will you be able to see such small flies at your age.
S.

[Former member 2]

Stockport Fly Fishing Supplies Clip on Magnifiers and Knot Tying Tools etc

if you do have trouble knoting them on or seeing them to thread at dusk. I cant recomend these highly enough, worth every penny.

[Mostyn]

Originally Posted by mrtrout

A very nice gesture from your benefactor Mostyn, but will you be able to see such small flies at your age.
S.

Steven,

The flies are so well tied; I think I'll be able to see them at close range? Hopefully! And I'm going to tie some 2LB tippet to them before I leave the house, in preparation for caenis fishing on the river! Hey, your so right about age having an affect on seeing and tying on small flies; but I'll struggle on!

---------- Post added at 11:10 PM ---------- Previous post was at 11:05 PM ----------

Originally Posted by whingingpom

Stockport Fly Fishing Supplies Clip on Magnifiers and Knot Tying Tools etc

if you do have trouble knoting them on or seeing them to thread at dusk. I cant recomend these highly enough, worth every penny.

Pom,

I've bought a pair of bi focal Polaroids from Eye Special Eye!