phreeloader 0 #1 January 18, 2013 So maybe it's because i'm new to the sport, and hopefully this will get better as I progress. But was hoping to get some pointers, or tips from the experts! I really don't know what the deal is, I get excited on the mornings I wake up knowing that i'm headed to the DZ. Even more so when I stop by manifest and put myself on a load. Even while gearing up i start to visualize the dive & make a dive plan to try and get some more items checked off towards my A. I still step onto the mock up before ever jump so i can plan my exits ahead of time... But the 1 thing about this sport that still scares the hell out of me, is walking thru door of my house when i'm done for the day and having my wife ask how much I spent how do ya'll handle this?? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hcsvader 1 #2 January 18, 2013 No wife, no problem.Have you seen my pants? it"s a rough life, Livin' the dream >:) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dot_txt 0 #3 January 18, 2013 Quote But the 1 thing about this sport that still scares the hell out of me, is walking thru door of my house when i'm done for the day and having my wife ask how much I spent Haha, Win! I use the "potential future career" excuse.. We'll see how long that lasts me though.. That or just don't leave the dropzone.. You get to keep jumping and avoid the whole conversation in its entirety. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BIGUN 1,406 #4 January 18, 2013 1. You have ~13 jumps. It takes time. Everyone has their anxiety point. For me, I hate the first 3,000 feet and grit my teeth. Seen too many plane crashes on takeoff (not related to skydiving). For some it's just before the door opens, others... you get the idea. It never goes away, but we can minimize it. Please search for Brian Germain's articles/book on "Transcending Fear." 2. Not enough, Baby. Not enough. Now, let's go fuck while I still have a hard-on. You have got to learn to divert their attention. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
normiss 851 #5 January 18, 2013 Yes I will have more beer. Thank you. Seriously - agree on a spending amount either of you can spend on your own without discussing it first. Communication. It's very important. Preferably in a positive manner. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #6 January 18, 2013 But the 1 thing about this sport that still scares the hell out of me, is walking thru door of my house when i'm done for the day and having my wife ask how much I spent how do ya'll handle this?? Quote Honey I'm home...I bowled a personal best 266 today! ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheCaptain 2 #7 January 18, 2013 When I started skydiving, I picked up a second job in order to fund it. I told my now wife but girlfriend at the time that my primary job income would be family money but the secondary income was mine. My second job varied from 5 to 40 hours a week so that became a larger issue due to the weekends being set aside for skydiving Kirk He's dead Jim Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IanHarrop 42 #8 January 18, 2013 if she comes out and learns to pack, she could help pay for your jumps! Problem solved "Where troubles melt like lemon drops, away above the chimney tops, that's where you'll find me" Dorothy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Glitch 0 #9 January 18, 2013 ...until he loses his turn! Randomly f'n thingies up since before I was born... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IanHarrop 42 #10 January 18, 2013 Quote ...until he loses his turn! shit happens.... "Where troubles melt like lemon drops, away above the chimney tops, that's where you'll find me" Dorothy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #11 January 18, 2013 Quote Quote ...until he loses his turn! shit happens.... "Hey dood, I think your girlfriend wants to fuck that guy she's talking to" "Naaa, not THAT guy...She wants to fuck EVERYBODY!" ~Overheard in the packing room a couple years ago. ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 2,106 #12 January 18, 2013 I fear doors, because whenever I go through one into another room I have to ask myself "What did I come in here for?" I bet airtwardo has the same problem.... The only sure way to survive a canopy collision is not to have one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #13 January 18, 2013 Quote I fear doors, because whenever I go through one into another room I have to ask myself "What did I come in here for?" I bet airtwardo has the same problem. If I didn't have blink & breathe tattooed on the insides of my eyelids, I'd be a corpse by now! ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldwomanc6 60 #14 January 19, 2013 What I really hate are revolving doors, especially the fancy ones that move automatically. I just know I'm going to lose a finger,or they will stop and trap me. . Those things are almost as creepy as clowns! lisa WSCR 594 FB 1023 CBDB 9 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
toolbox 0 #15 January 19, 2013 I've had door fear when I was up to something I might get in trouble for and heard someone at the door. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
toolbox 0 #16 January 19, 2013 >If I didn't have blink & breathe tattooed on the insides of my eyelids,I'd be a corpse by now! I wonder if that would work for sleep apnea on a subconscious level? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnMitchell 16 #17 January 19, 2013 Quote I fear doors, because whenever I go through one into another room I have to ask myself "What did I come in here for?" I bet airtwardo has the same problem. Y'all ain't the only two. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnMitchell 16 #18 January 19, 2013 Quote scares the hell out of me, is walking thru door of my house when i'm done for the day and having my wife ask how much I spent how do ya'll handle this?? You're funny. That put a real smile on my face. I hope to jump with you some day. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheCaptain 2 #19 January 19, 2013 Now that defines real door fear Kirk He's dead Jim Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfriverjoe 1,523 #20 January 19, 2013 Quote So maybe it's because i'm new to the sport, and hopefully this will get better as I progress. But was hoping to get some pointers, or tips from the experts! I really don't know what the deal is, I get excited on the mornings I wake up knowing that i'm headed to the DZ. Even more so when I stop by manifest and put myself on a load. Even while gearing up i start to visualize the dive & make a dive plan to try and get some more items checked off towards my A. I still step onto the mock up before ever jump so i can plan my exits ahead of time... But the 1 thing about this sport that still scares the hell out of me, is walking thru door of my house when i'm done for the day and having my wife ask how much I spent how do ya'll handle this?? You stand up like a man and say "Woman, I make the money, I decide how to spend the money! Now go in the kitchen, make me a sammich and bring me a beer!!" It will solve your problem. One way or another, you won't have to answer the question again. "There are NO situations which do not call for a French Maid outfit." Lucky McSwervy "~ya don't GET old by being weak & stupid!" - Airtwardo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldwomanc6 60 #21 January 19, 2013 Quote Quote So maybe it's because i'm new to the sport, and hopefully this will get better as I progress. But was hoping to get some pointers, or tips from the experts! I really don't know what the deal is, I get excited on the mornings I wake up knowing that i'm headed to the DZ. Even more so when I stop by manifest and put myself on a load. Even while gearing up i start to visualize the dive & make a dive plan to try and get some more items checked off towards my A. I still step onto the mock up before ever jump so i can plan my exits ahead of time... But the 1 thing about this sport that still scares the hell out of me, is walking thru door of my house when i'm done for the day and having my wife ask how much I spent how do ya'll handle this?? You stand up like a man and say "Woman, I make the money, I decide how to spend the money! Now go in the kitchen, make me a sammich and bring me a beer!!" It will solve your problem. One way or another, you won't have to answer the question again. Don't forget to take her shoes away and knock her up for good measure! . lisa WSCR 594 FB 1023 CBDB 9 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
phreeloader 0 #22 January 20, 2013 Now I've heard folks compare skydiving to sex, and don't get me wrong, I find skydiving exhilarating! But I don't think I wanna trade 1 for the other :D I knew I could count on you guys to get me thru this! So far I managed to buy some time by telling her it'll be better once I was thru AFF (didn't help that I repeated level 3 twice) ... and now that I graduated I'm telling her it'll get better once I get my own gear and can stop paying rental... I may be back for a new excuse one I'm able to pull that trigger Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
popsjumper 2 #23 January 20, 2013 Quote You stand up like a man and say "Woman, I make the money, I decide how to spend the money! Now go in the kitchen, make me a sammich and bring me a beer! ...aaaand THAT'S when the fight started.. My reality and yours are quite different. I think we're all Bozos on this bus. Falcon5232, SCS8170, SCSA353, POPS9398, DS239 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfriverjoe 1,523 #24 January 21, 2013 Quote Quote You stand up like a man and say "Woman, I make the money, I decide how to spend the money! Now go in the kitchen, make me a sammich and bring me a beer! ...aaaand THAT'S when the fight started.. Well, I didn't say that it would be the outcome that he wanted. If she looks at him, says "Yeah, right" and leaves, then he still won't have to answer the question, now will he? And it's going to be pretty hard for him to take away her shoes if one of them is planted deeply up his ass. Although it would be pretty fun to hear how he explains that one to the ER nurse."There are NO situations which do not call for a French Maid outfit." Lucky McSwervy "~ya don't GET old by being weak & stupid!" - Airtwardo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
popsjumper 2 #25 January 22, 2013 Given the odds of one over the other, I'd want to bet on the outcome....AND get video at the ER. My reality and yours are quite different. I think we're all Bozos on this bus. Falcon5232, SCS8170, SCSA353, POPS9398, DS239 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
