You just watched the "first" $1.50 fly off. However, it is worth it. The only thing missing on your list of must haves might be some waders and boots. Of course, if the water is warm enough (or enough of the family is watching) you can wet wade. Good luck to what sounds like a great beginning.

Betty is right, you'll be building rods soon too. I'm working on ones for the daughter and grand daughter...