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Thursday, March 24th, 2011
Just to remind you guys, I’ve left all the questions written as is. I’ve figured, why go out of my way to make some of you guys look smarter than you actually are and correct all your grammatical errors? Fuck that. - Christian
Hey Dibi, If a girl asks ya to go out with her and you want to but are flat broke , what do ya do ? Embarrassed to tell her your broke but don’t wanna blow her off again . - Mark Winnie
Dibi: Tell her your broke. Honesty is always best, and go do something like walking on the beach in the sunset - free and fabulous!
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Hey Dibi, you are a hot mamacita! When was your first kiss? - Troy Victor
Dibi: Thank you. I assume you’re asking about a first BIG kiss; I’d have to say 7th grade if that’s the case.
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Dibi: WOW, like now I’m Einstein, how great. Sometimes I wish I knew, but frankly I think that might take some of the fun out of the journey. On a serious note, if we don’t get our fiscal house in order, repeal health care, and address quite a few other hugely pertinent matters, we’re going to be in serious trouble long before the afore mentioned 100 years.
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Heys Dibi, do you guys sell any of old nathenand christen bboards i will buy can you tell me? - joao olivas
Dibi: Do you mean the boards from when they were kids? That would be no. Their boards now? I’d have to ask them.
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Hey Dibi, So what exactly happened with Surfer? I couldn’t grasp it all due to Surfer Magazine’s censoring of Christian. - Wayne Thewlis
Dibi: Christian wrote a technical description of a Judo air and posted a picture of Al Partanen to illustrate his text on Surfer’s FB page, as they had made such an obvious mistake in their description in the Tricktionary article. They deleted it and CF reposted it until they blocked him from being able to post anything. Herb went to their office on another issue and it spilled over. They finally admitted by phone that because he’s not sponsored his comments are not relevant. Pretty interesting, don’t you think??
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Hi dibi, I’ve attached a photo and sent it to Christian’s message invoice of this great photo of Nathan next to one of your mannequin paintings, do you happen to have some more of those photos? I had asked you about it before and you said you were going to post them up but haven’t. :( - Jenny Rovin
Dibi: I never received a photo, and I apologize, but I really don’t know what photos you’re referring to. There’s been a lot of photos over the years and it’s more then difficult to keep track.
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Greyson Thunder? Is there a Lightning Fletcher? - Scott Chapman
Dibi: Not that I know of Scott, but I’ll keep it in mind.
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Hey Dibi, I’m a former problem skateboarder because of your sons. - Jeff Hemp Samms
Dibi: Former, um, no more skateboarding or no more problems?
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Hey Dibi, Ok Christian said we could be nosy! I’m so curious about you, Dibi! What was your childhood like? Where did you grow up? I’ve read before you were the dancer and Joyce the tomboy. - Francis Hillstrom
Dibi: Yes I was a dancer, but I’d also say I was a risk taker. I grew up fast, left home in Capistrano Beach really early, and had Christian while I was still a teenager. That’s when I really started finding out who I was. I love to learn, I’m really a perfectionist about my own skills and very demanding that I live up to the goals I’ve set for myself. I’m never bored, there won’t be enough time to master all the things I’d like to. I cook dinner every night and love to laugh.
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Hey Dibi, Sweet, sour, salty or all three? - Nance Pughlia
Dibi: Ah, you didn’t mention HOT. Love the Vietnamese hot sauce that makes your nose run and eyes water.
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Hey Dibi, I saw a photo of Nathan’s dog not to long ago in an issue of Transworld Surf. What kind of breed is that? - Heather Akrim
Dibi: I believe it’s a Poi dog. An adorable mutt.
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Hey Dibi what’s the most physical pain y ou’ve ever been in? - Matty Ratty
Dibi: I have a pretty high tolerance for physical pain, it’s the mental shit that’s really a killer for me. I guess having a baby ranks up there, but it was over so quick, and it’s quite difficult to conjure up past pain as it’s now just a thought. Maybe when I had a few appendix attacks, but it was so long ago, it’s just another memory.
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Hey Dibi, Have the Fletcher’s lost any friends due to the recent Japanese earthquake and tsunami? - Dylan Rouse
Dibi: As of now, I haven’t heard that any of our friends have perished, for which we are sincerely grateful. It”s a terrible tragedy and I feel so sad for the entire Japanese nation. It’s amazing to watch them behave in such a state of grace while the news worsened everyday. I hope that they can rebuild their country and lives quickly and I’m happy to help in whatever way I can.
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Hey Dibi, Seems like Christian & Grayson had a great time in Japan. How has the earthquake affected them? - Ralph Benson
Dibi: They were devastated, as we all were. They have managed to contact many friends and are waiting to hear from more that are hopefully just unable to communicate at present. It’s been quite a wake-up call.
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Hey Dibi do you know what helps determine Christian, Nathan, greyson and even Herbie to sign that dotted line as far as going with a particular company? I mean, in this great big dog-eat-dog world it’s always about money but are there other factors involved as well? - Bryant LaVoult
Dibi: I think there are a lot of other factors that, when not taken into consideration, can create an acrimonious relationship between a rider and sponsor. I agree that the money is important, but sometimes it might be better to take less and be happy. I think that may be more important in the long run then any amount of money.
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Hey Dibi, So question….. I don’t suppose I can trade off with you? Do some yard work, be your cabana pool boy, etc for one of your killer art pieces?  - Danny Kellson
Dibi: Although it does sound tempting, I have to reject the offer at this time. I just don’t have enough time to make the art I’d like so what I have has become that much more valuable to me.
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Hey Dibi, What do you love about your life right now and what do you hate about it? - Nate Greenberg
Dibi: I love having the opportunity to see Christian and Greyson spending time together. I’m not sure that I really hate anything in my life, being an adult is filled with responsibility but that’s just part of the deal.
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Hey Dibi, I’m a huge fan of your sister Joyce. And would love to relay a question on to her if that’s okay? My question is, who was her most formiddable rival and who does she think, then and now, has been underrated and overrated as a surfer (either male or female) and would she like to be a pro surfer competing in the WCT in this day and age? Thank you! - Uri Millanovich
Dibi: I called Joyce and asked her your questions. Here are her answers: “Margo Godfrey-Oberg.”, “No idea.” And “No, I think I surfed competitively in the best of times.”
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Hey Dibi, Well since CF won’t answer us maybe you will dibi, so here it is thrown back at him, lol, or you I should say! What’s something that you’ve been putting off but that you know you should get to it as soon as possible? - Dave Simmons
Dibi: I’m the wrong person to ask. I always do everything I don’t like to do first, to get off my plate, unlike most of the guys I know.
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Hey dibi, is it true that herb’s formed a band with Micky Munoz? I heard it through the grapevine!- Bill Wingman
Dibi: No, as funny as the idea sounds, there’s absolutely no truth to it.
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Hey Dibi I asked Christian but he didn’t answer does he go to Board & Brew in San Clemente right off of Pico? Coulda sworn I saw him there! - Chris Hallen
Dibi: Occasionally, our office is near there and he and Greyson stop by to get a sandwich. Hold the mayo!
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Hey Dibi, had Herbie not been a great surfer, do you think your boys would have found interests outside of surfing and skating? - Theresa Paulin
Dibi: It’s hard to say. I always lived on the beach and raised my kids there, it just happened naturally.
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Hey Dibi. How is Nathan doing? Please give him my regards about Sion. Thank you. - Lynn Mercutio
Dibi: It’s always difficult to lose a friend, and I’m sure it affected him deeply. It’s all so very sad.
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Hey Dibi! finally a page just for you! So I am really digging the art work with your painting and sculptures you have shared with us. Have you ever gotten into photography? - Steven Whimmer
Dibi: No, that’s Herb’s deal and there just doesn’t seem to be enough time to do it all, even though I’d love to.
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Hey Dibi, Whew thought I had missed an edition of hey dibi! Glad to see your still accepting questions for now. Have you thought about getting your own show on Sirius? I am serious! This is good, woman! - Cassie Berhman
Dibi: No, I don’t even know what that would entail. But I assume if there is enough of a following, sometime in the future, it wouldn’t be out of the question.
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Hey Dibi, PC or Mac? - Neil Morgan
Dibi: PC at work and I’m getting a new Mac for home.
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Hey Dibi, JFK’s assasination, 9/11, the space shuttle exploding, etc. What historical event has jolted you? (Is this question out of line for Christian’s website? Teehee.) - Toni Bustamante
Dibi: All of what you mentioned, and many more national and international events shocked me. And many personal events as well. But what’s going on right now; Japan, Libya, Afghanistan, total unrest in the Middle East, car bombs in Israel, the budget crisis, the price of oil and the astonishing fact that we hear about it all at once seems to keeps me in the present and it’s all very scary.
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Hey Dibi you’re beautiful! I can’t believe Greyson is your grandson! No way! You’re too young to be a grandma! Heck you’re too young to be Christian and Nathan’s mom! That being said how would you compare motherhood to grandmotherhood? Thanks for the opportunity! This is fun! - Ryan Silk
Dibi: Thank you. Unfortunately I didn’t get to see Greyson much while he was growing-up, but he now lives with me so the relationship we have is ours to create, it’s not filled with a lot of memories that sometimes cloud the present. I believe we’re both very respectful of each other and there isn’t the sense of entitlement from him that ones own children have with their parents, so we’re very lucky in that sense. I adore my sons, and certainly I feel that way about Greyson as well, and I’m quite sure the feeling is mutual.
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Hey Dibi your opinion please? Do you think it’s wrong if a surfer is not a complete surfer? I mean, if someone is really good at big wave riding and just getting tubed, is that okay? Or should he be working on doing those airs too? By the way tell christian he killed it and fuck those guys at Surfer Mag! - Paul Gillian
Dibi: I don’t think surfing should be filled with rules. There is no complete or incomplete surfer if you ask me, it was supposed to be fun!
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Hey Dibi, Dang you sure are pretty. What is the story behind your default photo, Dibi? Looking through the mirror I call it… - Mark Bunn
Dibi: The mirror is on a door in my house that I painted, and Herb thought it would be fun to get a photo before going to my folks for Christmas. He’s always wanting to take pictures and I never liked having mine taken much, although I do love to dress-up, so occasionally there’s a compromise and it often turns out fun.
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Hey Dibi, What’s the worst lie you ever told to your parents and what’s the worst lie that Christian and Nathan told you and Herbie as kids and thought they were gonna get away with but didnt’? LoL. - Jeff Mercer
Dibi: That I was going to school in Santa Barbara and ran away with Herbie instead. Christian was devilish but not much of a liar; he may have omitted the exact truth but neither he nor Nathan were big into lying. I tried to teach them early on that lying is one of the worst human characteristics.
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Hey Dibi, im thinking of ditching the family and going to Tavarua by myself…..what should i do? - Tavarua Trippers
Dibi: Wow, I’m the wrong one to ask. To me family comes first, no matter what!
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Hey Dibi, Ugh Dibi! I’m dating a surfer. He’s not even a professional surfer, just a guy who thinks about the surf nonstop and it’s driving me nuts! All our vacations are planned around where he wants to go surf. On days off,, he’s at the beach. On weekends, it’s the beach. Really hate to sound like the other woman…but I’m getting jealous over the beach! Am I being unfair? It is his passion and it’s healthy. - Quinn Shannon
Dibi: Guys are always going to play, that’s part of their nature. He has a job you said, so I’d be stoked that his hobby is relatively inexpensive and healthy. If you don’t want to go all the time, great, I don’t either. That’s why I have my own interests. But the beach life style was a great way to raise kids and I’m very grateful that the boys always had that in common with their dad.
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Hey Dibi, Over the years I have always known the Fletchers as a San Clemente (Orange County) fixture. Have you guys ever considered living anywhere else? - Mike Abbott
Dibi: We’ve lived in Sun Valley, Idaho, and spent quite a bit of time in Hawaii. But it was easier to be in business here, and after all, we had two kids to look after so it was a decision that we made as being best for the family.
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Hey Dibi, how do you like your eggs? - Brice Hannah
Dibi: I don’t care for eggs.
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Hey Dibi, is it true that someone pulled a knife on Christian in Hawaii when he had that black mohawk? - Gregory Thor Weimar
Dibi: I haven’t heard the story, but I’ll ask him when he returns from Florida. He did lead a life on the edge, so anything’s possible.
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Monday, October 18th, 2010
 Dibi Fletcher's sculpture located on Pico Avenue in San Clemente. Just to remind you guys, we’ve left all the questions written as is. I figured, why go out of my way to make some of you guys look smarter than you actually are? Fuck that. - CF
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Hiya Dibi, what is something you want to get off your chest? – Loren McHale
Dibi: Sometimes it SUCKS being a chick!
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Hi Dibi. Do you floss? – Scott Meister
Dibi: Yes, everyday.
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Have you guys ever taken a trip that wasn’t surf related all together as a family? – Jessica Martin
Dibi: We used to go skiing all the time, does that count?
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Hey Dibi, curious about Greyson. Does he attend college? – Tad Helski
Dibi: No, he works with us and is learning the business.
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Hi Dibi, Christian just asked us but what is yours? What is your most awkward moment? – Andrew Weiss
Dibi: I’ve had so many, it’s hard to pick just one.
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Do you enjoy board games? Do you like to cuddle? Do you gamble? Enjoy beer kegs? Tell me about the Dibbi we don’t know. - San Clem Man Ham
Dibi: Not particularly. Of course. I come to work everyday. Not a beer drinker. I love to read and study, that certainly sounds dull.
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Big Fletcher fan. Big what ups. Been trying to get a hold of some old commercials and footage you guys did. Mainly some bloodshot clips and that old Volvo commercial. You gonna post that up on the web? Thanks! – Bill Gregory
Dibi: I don’t own the Volvo commercial, and I’m saving the Bloodshot footage to use in a future project.
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Dibi, I just wanted to let you know that I expect bigger and better things from you! John From Cincinnati wasn’t great but not bad but I KNOW you’ll be the one to bring true surfing and true surfers to the forefront of insipid Hollywood players who don’t know what we’re about as surfers! Thank you in advance! And what’s up HERBIE! – Chuy Gracia
Dibi: Hey Chuy, thanks for the thumbs up. I wrote a musical a while back about the North Shore that I think would be perfect for Broadway, but the gentleman that I was working with (who produced Chicago for the stage) passed away, and I didn’t have the heart to shop it around. Maybe sometime in the future.
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Hello dibi, have the guys ever taken you to the bowl to skate? Kill it hot mama! – Scruddzy949
Dibi: I’ve gone and watched, but I don’t skate or surf, and it’s always seemed like the right choice for me.
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Hey Dibs Whats with the quads? Where will NF go now from here? HE roxxxxxxxxxxx! – Just TJ
Dibi: I think he’s a lot like Herb and will just keep evolving as a designer.
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Ya still running? I used to see you at the trails when I lived down there. Hope all is well! - Paul S.
Dibi: Not as much, I now ride a bike 20 some miles a day, a bit easier on the joints.
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THINK FAST THINK FAST BRING BACK THINK FAST! What happened to THINK FAST???!! – Matty Ratty
Dibi: It got to be too much work to juggle everything. Maybe sometime in the future with all the boys help it might seem like just the right time.
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Hey Dibi! John Wayne or Clint Eastwood? J - Tom Alanise
Dibi: Clint Eastwood, “Rawhide”.
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What is one topic you will absolutely not discuss or address? - BB Roth
Dibi: I hope I’m open enough to be curious about everything.
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Gonna feature any skater for the D-Side interviews? What about starting with Greyson? – Jimmy Manute
Dibi: It’s on the way!
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Why don’t big CF and Greyson do some skate demos around here? The groms would be stoked! – Lyle Vaughn
Dibi: Where’s around here? They just went on a great promo trip in Northern California and Oregon together.
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Dibi! I need a job! I will scrub your toilet , I will clip Christian’s nails, I will ship at the warehouse. I’m a good worker! Whatdaya think? – Mike Anders
Dibi: I’m so sorry, but at the present time I do those jobs, and I can’t think of letting myself go. I’m so affordable.
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Strictly talking comedies, what is your all time favorite comedy TV show and movie? – Brice Landon
Dibi: If I have to pick one, “MASH”.
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Hi Dibi. Christian is looking good & healthy. Think he’s here to stay for awhile with us now? – Sam Wisener
Dibi; Do you mean here, as in, on earth?
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Hey Dibi, so Christian posed the topic about suicide the other day. What’s youre take on suicide and euthanasia? Christian don’t answer his own opinions on his own topics! That sucks! But so I’ll ask you since you always have a strong voice. Thanx! – Kai Peniku
Dibi; Awfully permanent solution to a temporary problem. But if I’m fucked, pull the plug!
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Hey Dibi, Name 5 people you want to be stuck on an island and 5 people you don’t. No family. – Brett Jacobs
Dibi: Wow, if I named 5 to be stuck with, you wouldn’t know them so I won’t bother. There’s a million jerks out there so just pick any 5 at random and that about covers it.
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Great job on DSIDE and HEY DIBI. A breath of fresh and REAL air! Christian, give yo mama a hug, boy! Best wishes to all of the Fletchers! – Sarah Howregan
Dibi: Thanks, that’s nice. I really enjoy getting to ask people things that I find interesting about them.
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Mrs. Fletcher, will you ever allow a tell-all book about your clan? Actually I think you should write a book starting with the Hoffman bros! Just a suggestion. J - Chris Murphy
Dibi: Only if I write it and have complete control - and it would still be just be my opinion. As everyone involved sees it through their own perspective, maybe we should each do our own chapter.
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So what the hell were you just pulling our tails about Christian running for council? I STILL WANT TO VOTE FOR HIM!!! Go for it FLETCH! – Matt Atkins
Dibi; No, he pulled out to spend some time with Greyson, which I think is the right move at this time.
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Greyson is HOT! Can you ask him what types of girls he likes and does he have a gf now? Heeheehee. – Molly Johannson
Dibi; I’ll ask him.
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Enjoyed Frank 151 and Juice and your contributions. Ever think about creating a magazine published by the Fletchers? – Jenn Holguin
Dibi: Maybe we should do one online?
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Hi Dibi. Does Herbie ever help you answer these questions? Sometimes I can hear him when your’e doing your dibi side interviews. Ha ha. – Ritchie Van Duyn
Dibi: He’s the camera man, but the questions on the D-Side and the answers here are all MINE!
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Hi Dibi I have a request please. In Surfer Magazine there was a great interview with Nathan, something about Coming out of the Shadows. In that article, there was a wonderful photo of Nathan holding his board and standing beside, what I realized since your last Hey Dibi piece, as one of your own sculptures of the mannequins. I’ve since lost that magazine and have been trying to replace it. Would it be possible if you reposted that photo. It is my favorite of Nathan of all time. Young, aggressive surfer next to a beautiful work of art. Thank you very much. – Emma Marinovich from Newport Coast, CA
Dibi: I’m sorry, I don’t think I have a copy of the photo you’re referring to. It was probably taken by someone other then Herb.
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Hi Dibi! You guys have the best Facebook pages! Love waking up and reading what’s new on that crazy mind of Christian’s! He’s to the point and wicked funny! Let him know I think he’s the best! And your pretty rad too with hey dibi and the dside ! But how about an interview WITH YOU?? J - Josh Pederssen
Dibi: That would be funny; I can ask myself questions in the mirror, or hop from one chair to the next, asking and answering questions I ask myself… that would be hilarious.
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Hey Dibi, what is a habit you wish you could stop? – Joel Spitzer
Dibi: Worrying about things I can’t change.
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Hi Dibi. Will we be able to see more pics of you guys and future Bruce Weber projects? – Heather Moss
Dibi: Hopefully, I adore working with him.
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Old school, new school or who cares about school? What’s up Dibi Fletcher? – Manny Pena
Dibi: Everybody’s been traveling, surfing, skating, and I, of course, keep it all rolling, so I guess it’s business as usual.
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What is a personal fave surf film of yours? From the Fletcher collection that is! – Troy Hollis
Dibi: Each of them has a piece of our history, so it’s hard to choose.
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I heard you are a health fitness nut and eat very healthy at least that’s why Jon told me! Roflmao! But anyway if you were FORCED at gunpoint to pick a fast food place to have to eat at what would it be? LMAO!!! – Stephen F.
Dibi: Baja Fresh!
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Looks like Christian and Greyson are so tight. So stoked for them both. Is Greyson tight with Uncle Nate? – Simon Karuthers
Dibi: Yes, they’re very close.
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Hey Dibi. Big fan of the sandals. Think about doing some sneaks? Itd be cool! – Danny Montgomery
Dibi: Dude, you sound like Herb! Let’s get the sandals rockin’ first.
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Friday, September 3rd, 2010
 (Time flies. And, apparently, so does Greyson.) It is with a heavy heart that I am announcing my withdrawal for candidacy for the position of San Clemente City Council.
At this point in my life, I have come to the conclusion that my son Greyson takes precedence and priority above and beyond all other matters. Though I have spent a lot of time researching all issues and avenues that would benefit and help the residents and city of San Clemente, I think it is far more important that I continue to build a relationship with my son first and foremost. He is what matters to me more than anything else.
We just got back from an epic skate event up in Oregon, and we’re planning another one down the road. We work together, live together, surf together, skate together. This is my life and I love it. The time is now but, at the same time, time waits for no one. I missed out on a lot of his earlier years, so I need to be here for him now. I admit, it’s been hard trying to play catch-up, but it’s also been a blast. Trials and tribulations - and I wouldn’t trade this moment for anything.
I would like to thank everyone who has supported me along this brief political journey of mine; family, friends and especially to my loyal fans. You guys have always had my back and it really shows.
But I’ll be back. Just because I’m withdrawing now doesn’t mean my career in politics is over. Who knows what the future will hold? So, expect to see my name on the ballots two yeas from now. Christian Fletcher for San Clemente City Council 2012!
And, man, I really like how Councilman Fletcher sounds… I think it has a nice ring to it.
Sincerely,
Christian Fletcher
San Clemente, CA
09-03-2010
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Friday, August 20th, 2010
Note to readers: In case you’re wondering why there are so many grammatical errors as far as the content of some of these questions goes, that’s because I’ve left them as is. I haven’t edited or corrected the comments and questions people have been asking for “Hey Dibi”. Sometimes I get a kick out of the typos and terrible sentence structures. I mean, I know I’m not perfect in this area, either. There are probably a lot of errors you can find in this paragraph alone. But, man…someone once wrote me something and misspelled the word “ocean”. Seriously. They wrote “oshen”. So, anyway, instead of acting the part of the Spelling Gestapo here, I’m just gonna go with the flow and let you guys get a kick out of the type of stuff I get to read every day.
And now back to our regularly scheduled program…
hi dibi, what do you think is your greatest attribute and your biggest flaw as a human being? - Anonymous
Dibi: Patience and impatience. The great thing about being human is we get to play both sides of the record.
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Hey Dibi, how does nathan stay so fit and trim. I’ve seen him eat JUNK. soda after soda, candy to the max. real sweet tooth! - alec k.
Dibi: He surfs more than anyone I know.
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Did the Fletches sit down to family dinners every night? - Kent Smythe
Dibi: It depended on what everyone was doing and at what age they were. When they were younger, yes, but as they got older and the surf was good or whatever. I left dinner for them in the fridge and everyone ate when it was convienient.
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Well since Christian asked it, Dibi, what do YOU think about affirmative action? - Aaron Perron
Dibi: I think people should be hired based on skill!
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Hey Dibi, does your family own Tar Farms in San Juan? Just curious. - Carrie M.
Dibi: Yes.
Hi Dibi. What do you think is a trait people see as bad and negative but you think is actually very good? - Justin Newsome
Dibi: Honesty; it’s been traded in for political correctness. UGH!
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What were Christian and nathan like as little groms? - Jessica Hines
Dibi: They were so cute and loving. We had a great time!
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Dang, Greyson kills it. But how come he skates so much without the helmet? Dibi make him! - R.T.
Dibi: Thanks, I have…
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Dibi can you ask christian this for me? i heard he and hosoi hate each other. true? why? or stupid rumors? thanks! - HVSkateMethod
Dibi: I don’t think that’s true; they see each other at skate events occasionally and I have an interview they did together awhile back, and they seem fine to me.
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Greyboy’s fucking awesome. He can dominate the sk8 world. He gonna be on dside or some other intervews soon for other mags, never seen a Q&a with him ever? - Lee Ellings
Dibi: Thanks, I’m planning to interview him, Christian and Herb for the D-Side soon.
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Hey Dibi! Ever think of showing the D-Side interviews with YOU in the video? Would love to see you interacting and not behind the camera! Thanks! Love ‘em! - Diana Prestiss
Dibi: I’ve thought about it, but I always want it to be about the person I’m interviewing. Herb wants me to set up a table and chairs or something, but I not sure that I like the idea. I’ll have to think about it a bit more.
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Do you guys have the extra copy of Thrasher magaizine with christian on it? I’ll buy it from you. I reallyl want it.If you doplease let me knows ok! - tom rocha
Dibi: No, I’m sorry, I sure don’t. I called the guys at the mag awhile back and they sent me a CD of the article for my personel collection.
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Well Christian I mostly come to FB and not websites but admit I do check out your mom’s Hey Dibi and those DSide interviews. If I could ask Dibi something, I’d want to ask her Prop 8, for or against? And for the Dside can we put in requests or suggestions about interview subjects? - Mike S.
Dibi: The thing I find scary about the issue, is that one judge can override the votes of 7,000,000 people. Our constitutional right to have a say is no longer relevant?!? WOW! And, sure, you can put in requests…but that doesn’t mean I can always pull it off. But I’m interested.
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Thanks for all the great personal pics! Please keep them coming it’s great you let us take a peek into your lives! - Cass Osment
Dibi; Thanks, it’s fun to see some of them again myself.
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What do you think is the best taste in the world and the worst smell in the world? - Ted Hill
Dibi: I’m seriously addicted to Vietnamese chili garlic sauce. Man, it makes your nose run, your eyes water, it’s great! And the worst smell in the world are Christian and Greyson’s socks!!!
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how tall R the Fletcher men? - Abby LaRue
Dibi: Christian, Nathan, and Greyson are all around 5′10″, and Herb’s around 5′8″.
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How do you feel about a Catholic church being built next to a playground? - Timothy Daniel Flynn
Dibi: Sounds fine to me; throw in some great stained glass, beautiful architecture, and I think we’re good to go. Unless a McD’s is available because, of course, they should be on every available corner.
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Hi Dibi can you ask CF if he likes doing airs still or is he sick of doing them? - Malachai Scott
Dibi: It’s him!
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I LOVED the photo of you and Nathan! What a beautiful young family! So my question is, I recollect reading that you said you had the boys at a young age. Do you think you would have been a different kind of mother if you had the children at let’s say, 30+? - No Name
Dibi: Of course, I woundn’t have been the same as I was as a teenager. But I have no regrets, I did the best with what I knew, and the beat goes on.
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Hey Dibi, I want to know who Cf thinks wore the pants in the family? You or Herbie? - Troy Maude
Dibi: Herb was really lucky and got to spend so much time playing with the boys, while I took them to the orthodontist, school, had the parent-teacher conferences, the visits to the principle, you know the job. That’s just the way it was, and now we all work together, and it’s still the way it is and everyone seems to be stoked so I guess that’s the answer.
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again again, where are the grommet shots of Nathan? you promised…. S.W.
Dibi: Nathan likes his privacy and I try to be respectful of that.
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What’s a bad habit you wish you could stop cold turkey? (BTW, Hi Mom! I love you! I’m on Christian Fletcher’s website! ) - Casey Meisher
Dibi: I’m really rather controlled -duh-in what I do, so I’ve tried to eliminate bad habits years ago…and I’ve remained pretty successful with it.
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DIBI! I LOVE YOU! DO YOU LIKE CHIPS AND SALSA?! I DO! - MARTIN ZUNIGA
Dibi: I’m more into veggies with salsa, but I do adore hot sauce.
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Thank you for this! I get diff perspective I never knew and admit I judged you guys but reading things from Dibi’s perspective even with short replies, it makes me really think of the human level that we are all one and wear our pants one leg at a time! Christian your mom made me rethink a lot of judgments i had about you braddah! Hoooo! - Kai L.
Dibi: That’s very nice, thank you. Everyone’s life is filled with ups and down, but being able to laugh at ourselves so we don’t take things too seriously is really great.
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Dibi, your thoughts on Oprah, BP, the recession, scented candles, Nathan’s hairstyle, other traction companies, and the summer weather thus far. - Tom Merrill
Dibi: Who cares, we still need drilling, they’re usually too heavily scented, it seems to suit him, they SUCK, and the last couple of days have been great.
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Watching the old vids, reminds me of good times. Whatever happened to good ole Gack? - J.J.
Dibi: He got so old he had to be put down.
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You guys always make me laugh and have great stuff to come back to. Astrodeck’s site should have Dside and this question and answer stuff too not just on christians, you guys will get mroe audience maybe? ah fuck it i aint telling you how to do your jobs good work guys! lol. - carlos hueriziga
Dibi: I’m glad you enjoy it. I have fun doing my part.
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Great interview with Bruce. That guy is classic. Andy’s was a good one too. When we gonna see your 2nd boy, Mrs. Fletcher on the D-Side? - John Petersen
Dibi: I’m not sure that he’d like to do it; he’s very shy and I respect that.
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