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Geeeez. I post one picture that illustrated in my mind what I think it has been like living in Phoenix, Arizona this past year and it receives one of the biggest responses to date. Here’s some of your thoughts and questions to an innocent picture I had taken with the two Arizona Cardinal Cheerleaders.

  1. From DaveO, “Phil, you are a master of Photo Shop!” No, Dave, those pics you have of Big Foot are masterful examples of photoshop!
  2. From Rhonda, “Woohoo! Way to go. I bet you wanted to say something.” My lips were sealed. (Rhonda lives in geographically challenged ARKANSAS — I’ll stop there.)
  3. From Tammi, a former 8th grade student of mine, who I think is now in her 30s!! “Yeah, I bet you like the weather in AZ! You’re my teacher for crying out loud!” I always told you that you (the students) were going to age and I would not. And I still have my hair despite what you all put me through on a daily basis.
  4. From Glenda, “I want to know how he managed to get this picture. What’s the story?” I told you the story. And I’m sticking to it —- for now. Maybe I will be able to do a follow-up. That would be a good one.
  5. Holger, from Germany, “Cool picture and one question. What was in the bottle, Phil?” Holger, this was taken right after breakfast. The bottle had orange juice and ONLY orange juice in it.
  6. From some lost, depraved soul, Scotot, “Phil, I can only assume you were arrested soon after the picture was taken.” Hahaa — I am enjoying a baloney sandwich as I write. Actually, sounds like you have experience in this matter. Who was your lawyer? (Just jealous that I look so much younger than my age. It’s a cross I have had to bear all my life.)
  7. Nick, from Great Britain, “Phil, did you get a phone number?” I was a total gentleman. So, no. I lack the forwardness of you smooth Brits.
  8. Amy in Kansas, “That’s great, Phil! You met some local celebrities.” Thank you, Amy. Arizona Cardinal cheerleaders are some of the best in the league, second only the Denver Broncos!
  9. San Diego Shana, “They really have white teeth!” Oh, thanks for pointing that out, Shana! I hadn’t noticed. It’s nice to include a woman’s perspective and a smart one at that. Am I keeping within my legal rights?
  10. Steve, “Go Cardinals! Great pictures with the Cheerleaders!” Steve is the guy that just finished riding his bike across America and bought an Arizona Cardinal t-shirt while passing through beautiful Phoenix.
  11. Lisa in Duluth whines, “Ok Phil, so how much did you have to pay those chicks to pose with you? You probably faked a mild palsy so they’d feel sorry for you.” C’mon, Lisa, you know me. You can’t fake a mild palsy! Just ask Karl. And would you believe they asked for a picture with me??? I am willing another 2 weeks of SNOW for you.

Anyway, thanks for your comments/questions. With the NFL draft completing, I am readying for an exciting season for the Cardinals. I hope my pic with the cheerleaders helps do my part in motivating them to a great year. The picture truly represents how great it is to live in the valley of the Sun!