My skateboard is my toy - it allows me to stay young, even though I'm not a kid anymore. I have loads of fun when I go sesh spots, parks, or just street skating. And it doesn't matter if I get frustrated because it only makes me try harder.

My skateboard is my friend - huh? Yeah, sure, it's true. I've had many memorable moments that were brought about because of my board. The ones that last a while become trusted amigos. My skateboard has kept me from wrecking my body (even more than it already has) numerous times (gaps, stairs, etc.). The board also has its moments when it slowly spins when it really shouldn't be spinning and I wind up smacking pavement. It's a love/hate relationship.

My skateboard is my therapy - who needs to spend thousands of dollars on shrinks when I can have a bummed day and skate hard to relieve the tension in life. By the time my session is done, I've landed at least one new trick every time and feel stoked *!

My skateboard has changed my view on the world around me - I go out with friends and if i'm in the city, I always gaze out at what could be potential skate spots as we pass by. They don't understand what I'm focusing my attention on when all they see are stairs and rails and ledges; nothing special. If only they knew.

These are just some of the reasons why I still ride a skateboard.

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