Sure, it was your idea and your fly, but he caught the big fish. Remember, fairness is a human idea largely unknown in nature. (John Gierach)

Sure, it was your idea and your fly, but he caught the big fish. Remember, fairness is a human idea largely unknown in nature.

John Gierach

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