I held my breath as I cast,
Releasing it as the bait hit the water.
I waited with anticipation,
For nothing else at the moment mattered.
The line tightened upon the water,
As the current pulled it downstream.
To catch a big ole fish today
Was my wholehearted dream.
I felt a tug, and then another...
I waited for the perfect time,
To set my hook and catch my prize.
The moment was so sublime.
The big bass fought with all her might
To loosen herself from my hook,
But I was determined and held my rod high.
My job was not forsook.
My heart was racing, I squealed with glee
As I watched the big girl fight.
She lept from the water, did a quick dance
And escape, she hoped she might.
I smiled with pride as I lifted my prize
And admired her natural beauty.
I then returned her to the river,
For this, I felt was my duty.