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4 total in my ears, plus I just got my tongue done this month and like it so far, but agree that waiting out the "no bodily fluids" is a drag... Life is like riding in a taxi. Even when you're not going anywhere the meter is ticking - Masked & Anonymous
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I don't know about adding a whole new sexual classification, but last week I went to get my nails done and there were 3 guys there also getting theirs done. Granted, I hadn't been to a nail salon in a couple of years, but I was a little surprised. Not that I don't appreciate nice hands/nails in a guy, but it just struck me as odd. Life is like riding in a taxi. Even when you're not going anywhere the meter is ticking - Masked & Anonymous
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26 ... almost 27! Life is like riding in a taxi. Even when you're not going anywhere the meter is ticking - Masked & Anonymous
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What I wonder is how a guy who was convicted of conspiracy, lying to Congress, defrauding the government, and destroying evidence in the Iran Contra scandal (and yes, I realize that the convictions were overturned when Congress gave him immunity in exchange for his testimony, even though the testimony he gave turned out to not be true) ever became Director of the Pentagon's Information Awareness Office. Oh, who am I kidding? I'm not surprised at all. Life is like riding in a taxi. Even when you're not going anywhere the meter is ticking - Masked & Anonymous
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I jumped in Ravenna 2 summers ago, and it was hands down my favorite DZ in Italy (I've never been as far south as Salerno, though). I found it to be the most organized Italian DZ, too -- there were a lot of loads (and my friends there are always raving about the CASA) and really nice areas to chill out in. The people were friendly, most spoke some English, and the living situation was pretty OK: although the bunkhouses are a little muggy and cramped, the showers were really well kept. And dinners were amazing -- the owners of the DZ would prepare huge home-made dinners every Fri-Sat-Sun and most of the jumpers would eat together, with the owners and the pilots. Made for lots of good fun. Anyway I'm hoping to go back this Aug-Sept, it was really great.
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I am with those who say that they usually -- but not always -- pack their own gear. I actually like the packing; it gives me some time to decompress from my jump and focus on the gear, and I am definitely of the opinion that it is best to rely on myself. That said, once in a while, if I'm really wiped out or just feeling a little lazy, there are always some great packers who I am more than happy to give some well-earned money to!
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New Skydiver's Question...About Reserve Chute
uma replied to Kramer's topic in General Skydiving Discussions
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what DZ is he based on?
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Carlos Castaneda's books, Joseph Campbell's books on Myths, Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance - can't remember the author, Be Here Now & Miracle of Love - Ram Dass ...
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Scorpio! with cancer rising?
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I have to admit I've actually been WAITING for the Harry Potter book -- I'm sure it's a lot more realistic than anything Hillary will have in her book. Life is like riding in a taxi. Even when you're not going anywhere the meter is ticking - Masked & Anonymous
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Only in 2 so far -- US and Italy. Hoping to go to Spain next...
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7/10! And I considered myself well-travelled ... oh, well.
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I agree with everyone aying to get back in the air ... in the meantime, remember some of your favorite jumps (in freefall and landing), and think of all the things you still want to do in the air! Life is like riding in a taxi. Even when you're not going anywhere the meter is ticking - Masked & Anonymous
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Started in Aug 2001, but only have a little over 100 jumps! I hate injuries!
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What do your parents think of your skydiving?
uma replied to andy2's topic in General Skydiving Discussions
My dad took me to the airport the day I did my first tandem; he saw my look when I landed (and later the video), and did one the following week. Before I knew it, he'd signed up for the AFF course and actually got his A license the week before I did! My mother is another story ... when my dad and I came home from the airport the first day and told her (well, actually showed her the video) she was pretty appalled. I think she half-expected something of the sort, though, and now doesn't really mention it at all except for when she's upset that I can't come visit cause I'm jumping... so then I try to make sure to visit her more, and she's OK with it. Life is like riding in a taxi. Even when you're not going anywhere the meter is ticking - Masked & Anonymous -
Thanks for posting this! I just ordered a container with a freefly handle, and this will definitely be an extra motivation at being vigilant and doing more practice pulls... Life is like riding in a taxi. Even when you're not going anywhere the meter is ticking - Masked & Anonymous
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26 now, did a tandem when I was 22 but didn't get my license till 2 years ago... and I have a little over a hundred jumps Life is like riding in a taxi. Even when you're not going anywhere the meter is ticking - Masked & Anonymous
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I did my first tandem at the DZ where my cousin and uncle jump regularly. My dad came to see me, and the next week he tried one, too. He got his license before me cause he could afford to, but now we both jump. Usually separately, although we're planning on going to a few events together this summer. Along with my cousin and uncle. Definitely a family thing (although I'm the only female member of the family, which means often I find myself in odd situations). I definitely get uncomfortable sometimes when my dad's around "after-hours", but that's just his personality and I love it that I have a dad who's a bit crazy. My mom, however, has yet to try ... oh, well. Life is like riding in a taxi. Even when you're not going anywhere the meter is ticking - Masked & Anonymous
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How many jumps before you purchased your own rig?
uma replied to Skylark's topic in Safety and Training
I just ordered mine, have a little less than a hundred jumps. Would have ordered it sooner, but I really wanted a brand-new rig, and I couldn't afford it. So thanks dad, if you're on the forums reading this! Life is like riding in a taxi. Even when you're not going anywhere the meter is ticking - Masked & Anonymous -
All through the AFF, people kept asking me how I felt, and I meant it when I replied that I felt good. Trusted my instructors, the canopy ... and then came my first solo jump. Got to the DZ bright and early, saw the faces of friends (not to mention my father, cousin, and uncle) -- and I froze. I finally got on the sunset load because my cousin manifested me, very numb and a little resigned, but thank god he was there to give me that push! Not to over-dramatize, but it was amazing. Not my skills, I was a mess in that regard. But it was one of those "leap of faith" moments. I think it's natural, and even healthy, to realize that skydiving has dangers (what doesn't?). But think of the alternative: NOT JUMPING! Isn't that much scarier? Life is like riding in a taxi. Even when you're not going anywhere the meter is ticking - Masked & Anonymous
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I've been skydiving sporadically for the past two years (due to numerous injuries, not skydiving-related, and the accompanying lack of funds) but lurking faithfully for the past 8 months or so, and just wanted to say how great it is to have such an active forum to come and visit when I can't actually be skydiving. I'm hoping to start jumping more again once my rig (a super-generous present) arrives and I can stop paying those high rental fees... and hope to someday have the experience to help others out the way I see all the old-timers doing on this forum. In the meantime, I'll definitely keep vicariously through all the posts. Uma Life is like riding in a taxi. Even when you're not going anywhere the meter is ticking - Masked & Anonymous
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What airport are you flying to Europe from? I'm waiting for my new rig to arrive, and am planning to go through JFK with it... also, where could I get all of the paperwork I saw mentioned (even though it might be useless, I'd rather have it on hand, just in case...) And was it you who suggested placing the rig in the cock-pit, and if so at what point in the process? Thanks. Life is like riding in a taxi. Even when you're not going anywhere the meter is ticking - Masked & Anonymous