Ok, so I have figured out that there are several things in this universe that don't mix well: children and powertools; cats and waterbeds; petrol fires and water; and hard surfaces and bones.

I had a wee fall a couple of weeks back after plummeting downhill on a skateboard (I know, not my finest idea but it was fun before the fall). I thought at first that I was going to end up with just a few bumps and scrapes but a short ambulance ride and a couple x-rays later and the breaks were confirmed: one smashed hip and a broken radial head.

The arm set in plaster and an orthopaedic surgeon in wait I was rushed via a slightly uncomfortable ambulance ride to Rotorua hospital for hip surgery. A few hours later and I now have my own personal collection of titanium secretly stashed away ready to alert airport authorities should the need arise.

All this said I am now typing this with the one good hand I have and it is taking a little longer than normal (with more typo's than normal too) and I am left wondering if it was all worth it. I mean, the ride downhill was awesome, until I fell off, and it has been a bit of an adventure but is all the pain and inconvenience worth it?

Short answer: yes.

We are a product of our experiences and all that we go through makes us who we are. I mean, if we don't face difficulty, how will we ever learn to enjoy the good times or, for that matter, push through trials to develop character.

Now, don't for a moment think that I don't regret falling off: I do. It hurt... lots, and I don't want to repeat that anytime soon. But I have learned some important things from this experience. I have learned that I have an amazing group of friends that would do just about anything for me and my family; I have a family that loves me and is concerned for my wellbeing; that God, even when I'm being a little foolish, still loves and protects (yes, protects) and provides for my family and me; and that I have an amazing wife who is patient, kind and must love me because she stayed with me despite realising that I'm not that bright :)

I love you babe.

Peace out rabbit.