Mind your manners! or Things I learned in Phoenix.

I learned the hard way not to knee slide when not wearing knee pads. (dumbass)

I learned that a hooker will call you out if you let one fly.

I learned that even an old guy like me can win a game of SKATE.

I learned that you'll smack your nuts if you do a naked backflip into a pool.

I learned that it is indeed a small world and Gimpy met Dreadlox long before I found the OldManArmy.

I learned that you should ask the waitress to wash her hands before she makes your lunch.

I learned that it hurts just as much when you can't skate. Especially when the session is going off (every session was going off).

I learned to let go and let others control the schedule of the day. (I did fairly well considering my well known neurosis. Though being sick made it easier.)

I learned that I CAN do a rock-n-roll on pool coping. Who knew?!

I learned that if you have reason to believe you should be afraid to fart... trust your instincts.

And I learned about Gimpy... sometimes that guy just stinks!

I learned that the OldManArmy community is indeed badass. They are friendly, they are generous, and they can skate like melon farmers*. I actually already knew this, but it was reaffirmed in person. (*mthr fkrs)

And I learned that as a Dad, the best thing about going on a trip, is coming home to my family.

And now you're gonna have to learn patience and just wait 'til I and/or Gimpy get time to post up more pics and vids. (See below for some teaser shots from Gimpy.)