Friendly Thoughts | 90's Old-School skateboard by Paddle Frogs™

Discover the wisdom of the forest with the Friendly Thoughts skateboard deck by Paddle Frogs. This 10 x 30.5-inch old-school thrashing shape is crafted with care from 100% pure American 7-layer Maple, offering a perfect blend of strength, durability, and lightweight performance. With a medium to light concave, it’s designed for fluid tricks and smooth cruising.

The Gentle Guidance of Friendly Thoughts

The Paddle Frogs crew found themselves venturing into a particularly serene part of the Whispering Woods, where sunlight filtered through the leaves in golden shafts and the air hummed with a peaceful energy. It was here they encountered Friendly Thoughts.

He wasn’t quite like anyone they had met before. He seemed to shimmer with a soft, inner light, his form almost translucent, blending seamlessly with the warm hues of the forest. His presence exuded a profound sense of calm and kindness, and a gentle smile seemed to perpetually grace his features. He moved with an effortless grace, as if the forest itself guided his steps.

Lady Frog felt an immediate connection to his peaceful aura. Balanced Bennie seemed to find a rare moment of complete stillness in his presence. Even Bloody Kitty’s usual guarded demeanor softened slightly.

He didn’t speak in booming pronouncements but in gentle whispers that seemed to carry the wisdom of the ancient trees. He offered guidance not through direct commands but through subtle suggestions and by embodying the very qualities he wished to inspire.

One day, Chip the Chipmunk was struggling to master a new trick, his frustration mounting. Friendly Thoughts simply skated alongside him, his movements a silent demonstration of grace and patience. He offered a warm smile and a nod of encouragement, and somehow, Chip found the focus he needed to land the trick.

Later, as the crew navigated a particularly challenging part of the trail, Friendly Thoughts seemed to intuitively know the best path, his presence a calming influence that helped them move forward with confidence and ease.

His very being seemed to embody a gentle wisdom, a quiet strength rooted in kindness and harmony. He reminded them that true power wasn't about force or dominance, but about the positive influence one could have through gentleness and skill.

The presence of Friendly Thoughts brought to Lady Frog’s mind a comforting verse:

"Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near." Philippians

Friendly Thoughts’ entire demeanor was a testament to gentleness made manifest. His kindness, his skill, and his harmonious connection to nature were evident to everyone he encountered. He was a living reminder that embodying positive qualities could be a powerful form of guidance and inspiration. The "Friendly Thoughts" skateboard deck wasn't just a beautiful piece of equipment; it was an invitation to ride with that same gentle wisdom and grace, leaving a trail of positivity wherever one went.

Friendly Thoughts often glided through the woods on his namesake board, the "Friendly Thoughts" deck, its warm colors and serene landscapes mirroring his own harmonious connection to nature. He moved with an extraordinary skill, his tricks fluid and effortless, yet there was no sense of showmanship, only a quiet mastery.