Rocky, of the Smiley Cafe, adds new meaning to “mugging” for the camera.

Diver: Rocky from Smiley Cafe
Interesting fact: When skydiver Joan Murray’s parachute failed, she approached the ground at 80 miles per hour, landing on a mound of fire ants. The shock from being stung over 200 times by the ants released a surge of adrenaline that kept her heart beating, and allowed her to survive.
 

Dear Diver,
Has the “jogger pant” replaced the “skinny jean?” All my cohorts in the big city assure me it has. Seeing as how Durango has a bit of a lag time when it comes to fashion, how long do you estimate I can still get away with my pants faux pas before anybody catches on?
–  Mom Jeans

Mom Jeans,
The “jogger pant” is definitely making a run this fall, but I wouldn’t worry about getting a leg up on the latest fashion trend. There is no doubt the “jogger pant” is versatile enough to dress up or dress down in comfort, but it is no match for the big D, especially in Durango where denim rules. Denim jeans are tried and true: they were here before the “jogger pant” and will be here after. If you are really set on giving the “jogger pant” a test run, dress up as MC Hammer for Halloween.
– Denim Dan

Dear Diver,
I am a twentysomething renter downtown. My neighbors, who I am in fairly good with,  have a teen-age son, who is a pretty cool kid. Anyway, he just approached me about buying beer for him and his buddies. I can’t help but feel a little caught in the middle – should I be the cool “older brother” figure who helps him out, as was done for me at that age. Or should I blow him off, or worse yet, rat him out?
– Brothers in Beer

Brother in Beer,
You’re definitely in a quandary with this one, but the right answer comes with the right perspective. If it was your teen-age son, what would you want? Do you really want to be the cool “older brother?” Take the high road and he will eventually respect you more. No need to rat him out though – tell him you will be the first to buy him a frosty brew when the time comes. For now, he can stick to a nice Skagua on draft.
–Your Conscience

Dear Diver
The last book in my favorite book series just came out. I am freaking out because everything I live for is coming to an end. What should I do? And don’t tell me to wait for the movies – those are always a major letdown.
– Bookworm

Bookworm,
All good things must come to an end. Don’t fear the finite – embrace it and enjoy the journey. Take your time and savor the last book this fall. As we transition to winter and a new season you’ll be ready for the next chapter in life, and a new book series.
– Page Turner