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The tides are not as big now, and the wind doesn't look ideal, yet that kind of surf could open up some areas.
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I used to belong to a small but good gym run by a fellow that holds world records in power lifting. He had a franchise with a well-known company, but the gym wasn't doing very well. He was competing with all of the other gyms that offered similar or lower prices. He paid virtually no attention to the regular gym member, but trained for power lifting and attracted a group of other power lifters, who he trained and mentored. One day I told him he ought to make his gym into a training center rather than trying to compete with all of the other gyms.
When I went by the gym recently after having moved away, I noticed that the sign on his gym no longer had the name of the franchise, and now it was a "Performance Center." It seems he is now utilizing his unique talent and passion rather than following the crowd. I would hope and guess that he is now happier and also much more successful.
You might wonder what that has do with metal detecting or treasure hunting. The same principles apply to virtually every type of endeavor. Analysis and problem-solving skills always help.
You are not like everyone else. You have strengths and weaknesses. You have a unique vision and perspective. You have a greater interest and passion for some things rather than others.
A popular Greek aphorism says, "Know Thyself." And there is a quote from Shakespeare that says,
"To Thine own self be true." Both of those apply to metal detecting and treasure hunting as well as to other ventures. The lessons are the same. Know who you are. Know your strengths and weaknesses. And follow your passion.
Because of who you are you will find some types of metal detecting more enjoyable than others. Maybe you don't have the patience or perseverance to spend years looking for a particular lost treasure. Maybe coin shooting or panning for gold suits you better. Maybe you don't like to do a lot of research. You will do well when your traits and abilities match up with what you are trying to do.
Yogi Berra, the Yankee catcher from the 1960s, had a way of saying humorous and memorable things. One of them was, "If you come to a fork in the road, take it." If you find yourself getting frustrated, maybe you took the wrong fork in the road. It might be time to take a hard look at what you are doing and think about making some changes.
Not only do you need to analyze a map or a beach or a technique or strategy. It also helps to know yourself. A little introspection and analysis can help.
Maybe you have been frustrated lately, or maybe you just want to be a little more successful. My advice would be to take a good hard look at yourself and what you are trying to do. Consider your strengths and weaknesses, as well as your dreams and goals. Are you really being true to who your are?
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Last week I made a few meagre finds. Some were encrusted and unidentifiable. Here is one that I got cleaned off.
It is silver, but worn very thin. It is about the size of a small coin, but there are no identifiable markings. All I can say is that it is a very corroded thin piece of silver.
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Keep watching the surf predictions. According to the most recent predictions, the surf will start to increase tomorrow.
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Happy hunting,
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