Comments for That's My Story

Comment on by Alexus Sauter

Alexus Sauter — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 09:48:50 +0000

Thanks-a-mundo for the article.Really thank you! Will read on…

Comment on by riplipboy

riplipboy — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 18:45:32 +0000

Thanks, Belen! I like your website! I play guitar! Thanks for writing!

Jonathan

Comment on by Belen Staab

Belen Staab — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 18:04:57 +0000

I really liked your blog.Much thanks again. Cool.

Comment on GIANTS AMONG US – Originally published in Western Outdoor News the week of Feb. 4, 2011 by riplipboy

riplipboy — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 23:43:17 +0000

Thanks, Dominick! Sorry that I just saw your posting now in JULY!!! Three months late! I appreciate the kind words. Cheers!

Jonathan

Comment on Originally Published in Western Outdoor News the Week of March 24, 2011 by Susie

Susie — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 17:50:19 +0000

Wow Jonathan, I had no idea that you have had to deal with so much nonsense! We think of you and your lovely wife Jill often, even the 8 year old twins remember your restaurant and both of you! You too are so warm and delightful, the perfect ambassadors to La Paz and its friendly unassuming people. We send our support and look forward to seeing you again soon!

Susie, Scott, Gwen and Maya

Comment on Originally Published in Western Outdoor News the Week of March 24, 2011 by Jay Elder

Jay Elder — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 03:21:51 +0000

Jonathan & Jill:

Sad, very sad to read this. The ugly American is among us and they were let out of their cages. Your restraint and story shows who you truly are, a honest, friendly and loving man. I wish there were more just like you. Having wandering in and out of your life for a few decades, I can say your one hell of a guy Jonathan, I am so happy that our paths crossed. Your humor, kindness and honesty has always been your style.

I do hold a bias against you though, you always seem to out fish me every time we can get together to drown some baits. That really makes me mad and can’t figure out how you do it? Maybe that I am always laughing, talking, checking the sky for birds, taking photos or eating something good.

My advice to all is to pray for these poor samples of human beings and that they someday see the errors of their ways before they have to answer to the big guy in the sky. I will pray that their sickness is healed, that they do not pass it on to others and when they are reincarnated they come back as an piece of live bait in my tank someday during a wide open tuna bite, while I’m fishing light line. May God have mercy on their souls.

Keep a stiff upper lip-rip boy.

Jay Elder
Portland, OR

Comment on Originally Published in Western Outdoor News the Week of March 24, 2011 by Dale Williams

Dale Williams — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 23:39:09 +0000

Hey Jonathan,

Thanks for writing that. I know it had to be a difficult decision, but people need to hear about this. I deal with the CNN garbage all the time while selling Mexico, and I often use the same arguments – big cities in the US are way less safe than most Mexican cities, if you don’t do things that are stupid, you won’t have issues in Mexico any more than in downtown Seattle. All I can say about the racist comments is that these people must be dealing with some serious insecurity. Maybe it’s the economy and they would rather verbally lash out than have to buy an awesome trip to La Paz – the BEST VALUE ON THE PLANET FOR FISHING! Who knows? Who cares? I know this – I would not have had the same calm response you had. I would likely be talking to a judge about the pros and cons of pleading out to manslaughter… You and Jill are AWESOME!! I’m glad we are friends!

Comment on Originally Published in Western Outdoor News the Week of March 24, 2011 by LYLE

LYLE — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 04:15:02 +0000

Hi Jonathan & Jill,
Sorry to here about these jerks you had to deal with.
I have talked to you and your wife in Salt Lake the last few years. I didn’t get a chance to go to the show this year.
I was one of the people who ask you about driving down the Baja. You gave me great information and my wife, kids and friends took our 2 1/2 week trip down last summer, fishing and camping in East Cape, Puerto Escondido and Mulege areas.
The people from start to finish were great. We even took the wrong turn in Tijuana and had cab drivers helping us find our way.
My biggest concern before this trip was the safety of family and friends. I had people telling me we were crazy. After taking this trip I am planing on doing it again and feel like safety really isn’t much of an issue.
My biggest regret on this trip was we didn’t take the time to stop at the Tailhunter and see you guys.
I used to dream of fishing in Alaska but since fishing the Baja and meeting “you people” I don’t know if anything but the Baja will be on my trip planner.
Keep living your dream and try not to let these a-holes take any fun out of it.
Thanks
Lyle

Comment on Originally Published in Western Outdoor News the Week of March 24, 2011 by Dave Link

Dave Link — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 17:21:59 +0000

Jonathan,
It truly saddens me to think about how you were treated at the shows. I would bet that none of those bigoted people have ever been down to La Paz, or anywhere in Mexico for that matter. They have not had the opportunity to experience the wonderful fishing and the hard working gracious people of LaPaz. You wouldn’t want those people down there anyways. I also do not understand why it is OK in the US to bash the Mexican’s like that. What would happen if they were talking about the Jewish people, Blacks, or even Muslims?

You and the people of Mexico have always been gracious hosts. I pray for your protection and that as the economy you have the opportunity to show people without prejudice how wonderful it is down there. Hang in there, I feel for you

Comment on Originally Published in Western Outdoor News the Week of March 24, 2011 by Debra White

Debra White — Sun, 20 Mar 2011 23:03:34 +0000

J & J,
It makes me ashamed of people. Frightened is one thing but prejudice is another. That is pure ignorance. The fact that they would confront you in a threatening way makes me sick. They don’t know you, or anything about you. Again, ignorance. This makes me think KKK or White Supremist. Where the heck do you people think your ancestors came from? Native Americans were here first, but, wait! You would be prejudiced against them too.

They made it personal. That’s just wrong. Makes the term “ugly American” come to mind.

We love you both and will continue our treasured trips to La Paz for many years to come.

D and DJ