The Coulson Boys (Adam) by Karen Lamb

Author:Karen Lamb [Lamb, Karen]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2018-07-27T05:00:00+00:00

CHAPTER 23

The next four weeks were a blur of activity. The nearby town of Alnwick had the world-renowned fishing tackle factory ‘House of Hardy’. I remember Will’s first trip there, he was like a kid in a sweetie shop. The trained staff helped him select his first salmon fishing rod, the equipment required was quite bewildering and more than a little expensive, but he was quick to reassure me what a sensible investment he was making!

I was fascinated with the display cases filled with hundreds of beautifully handmade flies. They came in a bewildering range of sizes and colours, the attention to detail to create these lifelike ‘works of art’ was staggering. I had already decided that I would take Will’s box of tackle and his fishing bag, it would almost feel like he was with me, but I couldn’t resist buying a dozen very pretty flies of my own, the shop assistant wasn’t sure I really needed them, but that didn’t stop me.

Unfortunately, Will’s rods were too big for me, but it gave me a great idea, I could give them to Adam, he was only slightly taller than Will, and they would be ideal if he wanted to try his hand at fishing. I chose a light carbon fibre rod, which suited my height and was far more practical. I was advised to hire a salmon rod from the estate, apparently the weight was significantly heavier, and it wasn’t always something women found easy to use. I decided to invest in some really good waterproof clothing, believing it was always a sensible idea to try and stay dry. I felt Will would have approved of my choices, and if I caught the fishing bug I could easily return for anything else I needed.

Adam had enjoyed my many fashion shows exhibiting my latest purchases; his favourite was when I dressed in a see-through nighty with my new Hunter wellingtons, that was definitely a look he enjoyed, although running around the cottage to evade his capture was a bit tricky, but I don’t recall trying too hard!

Laura and Frank were coming for the first week then Adam and I had three whole weeks together, my preparation for a month away was almost complete and I couldn’t wait!

So, what do they say about counting your chickens before they hatch! In the space of the next four days all my plans would be in tatters!

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