DEAR ABBY: I think you should know how influential your column is.
I read the personals ads in magazines on a regular basis. Until recently, I'd spot an ad placed by a single woman who likes to fish only on rare occasions. Since the recent letter you printed suggesting that fishing might be a great way to meet an eligible man, almost every woman in the singles listings I've read has suddenly become a "fisherman." I hope I get the chance to meet some of these "anglers" while I'm out fishing this year! -- BILL GLATFELTER, MANCHESTER, N.H.
DEAR BILL: If you're eligible, I hope so, too. A successful advertisement of any kind needs a "hook" -- and something tells me the bait and tackle shops will be busy this spring. Although not everyone will catch a trophy, I'm hoping a good time will be had in the attempt.