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Hi John, Have it and love it!!! Their last concert was the highlight of my year. I liked it so much in Orlando that I went and saw them again in Miami. I am eagerly awaiting this one.

I understand what you mean by being embarrassed. I have been there many times. I think that the hardest part is getting over the anxiety of taking the step to get to the DZ. Once there and moving I am OK but getting there is more than half the problem. I have driven for hours to get to the DZ and had such anxiety that I sat in the parking lot for an hour and then drove home. I never even got out of the car. The anxiety can be paralyzing. If I know that I have an appointment then I feel that I have to go and I will push through the anxiety and move on. It is funny how easy getting through it can be. All it takes is knowing that you are expected and supposed to be there.

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I do not have Asperger, however, I do have Social Phobia. I have a great deal of problems stepping into social settings. I always feel like someone is going to tap me on the shoulder and ask me to leave (because I don't belong). I often find myself sitting in my car at the DZ and unable to get out and walk down to the jump area. I have learned that if I have arranged to met someone or have an appointment with someone then it is easier to get myself to go. (I think it is because I now have a reason to be there should someone ask why I am there). It is difficult for people to understand the problem. I am very outgoing and enjoy people after I get to know them. It is getting to know them that is the problem. I often jump solo. Not because I enjoy being alone, but because I am unable to bring myself to ask others if I can jump with them. If they ask me, I always jump at the chance to join them. I wish you well with this problem. Know that there are others out there with the same difficulties. We are able to continue because we are determined to enjoy our lives to the best of our abilities. Never give up!

So sorry to hear that you had this happen. I work with lots of people who need therapy. I have to agree that 13 (or even 15) weeks is a very short time for the body to recover from the trauma. There is stretching, swelling and bruising to overcome, not to mention the fractures. It takes that long to get over a sprained ankle. Give yourself a break. Don't push further than your body is ready to go. Pain is the enemy. It will depress you, cause you to stop trying and make you feel like an hour takes all day to go by. Work with your team to control your pain and advance your therapy. Jumping again may be the finish line you are aiming for. Remain positive and visualize yourself there. I am not sure what you are talking about when it comes to your husband. Is he Ok? Is he suffering from head trauma? Is he yelling at you because he does not understand your desire to jump?

Good for you!!! You will find that there are physical things to deal with when you quit (I thought I was going to cough up a lung). Once you have been without for a few days then the nicotine is out of the system. After that is all the hand to mouth habits you miss. I quit 10 years ago and it was the best thing I could have done for myself. I woke up every day and promised myself that "for today I will not smoke". It is hard but well worth it.

Good for you. Congratulations!!!

When I had my 100th jump, I came back in the pick up truck from the student landing area. We were all smiling and laughing and excited. I looked at a "sky god" and said something along the lines of isn't this the best fun! His reply was "it was just another skydive". I know that members of teams practice and practice but if the result is "just another skydive" what is the point? Why do it? When it becomes "just another skydive" does it increase the risk because of lack of focus on the basics?

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Gato, It is so nice to read one of your threads that actually made me feel calm. You have grown, my friend. I wish you well in your progression and perhaps will see you in Florida.

Thank you for this reply. I showed it to my husband to help explain how I feel many times. I do not think non-military understand.

I watched my parents die. My mom fought up to the minute she died and my dad just slipped away. No mater how hard or easy the process, the death was a release and peace. I was diagnosed as terminal when I was 9 years old (tumor on the lower part of my brain). I spent a year in a terminal hospital for children. I am now 50. Living is what we do every day. it is up to us what we put into it and what we get out of it. I have been blessed with over 40 additional years. I have lived them with joy and adventure. I am not afraid to die. I am also not afraid to live.

Welcome to the good times. Remember to keep learning and your B will be easy and fun. The water training is the best part!

Welcome back Mr Gato. I thought I may have missed your progression. Sorry to see it was you and not me missing your posts. Great to hear that your jump was so good.

I took both of his courses. I have no intention of every swooping however, it was good training to learn what the other flyers are doing and why. I enjoyed the courses and learned much more than I thought I could. Education is never lost. Take the courses and work on the skills.

I do not have any knowledge of this but if it is true, I will be there. I miss being able to jump there and the people there were great.

When were you planning the class? How many days? How many jumps? Cost? Number of people in the class?

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: James Robert (Jim Bob) Duggar (born 1963), of Tontitown, Arkansas, served in the Arkansas House of Representatives from 1999 to 2002. Duggar was a candidate for the United States Senate in 2002, but lost to Tim Hutchinson.[1] Duggar sought the Republican nomination to the Arkansas State Senate District 35 seat in Arkansas in 2006,[2] but lost to candidate Bill Pritchard. Duggar is a real estate agent, and owns several commercial properties in his local area.[3] Duggar and his wife Michelle (born 1966) are politically conservative fundamentalist Christians who endorse Quiverfull and the teachings of Bill Gothard. They reportedly live debt free.[4][5] ----------------------------------------- I am very impressed that they are debt-free

Congratulations!!! You looked great. Big smiles and happy thoughts.

I am so glad that you found the strenght in yourself to make this decision. My prayers are with you and your family. Many things that once seemed important will seem trivial in the face the lose of a loved one.

Congratulations!!! What a difference a custom rig can make. Where are the pictures? What color? What designs? Big rings or little ones? Where are the details?

I jump at DeLand. The loss of B.O.B. hurt my heart and I understand why his home DZ would want to take a stand against a problem that is seen as the cause of his death. I fly one of the large boats that lands last. I land in the student area almost every time. I enjoy the large space and the ride back is always fun with the students. I do not swoop but I do enjoy watching others do it. DeLand is well know as a training DZ for teams with multiple jumps daily. The teams get out at 10,500 and land well before the rest of us. What discussions have the teams had with the DZ management? Has your team discussed this with the other teams? Does this effect your teams program or does it only effect you "FUN"? I would hate to see you leave because you feel your skydive is not fun and I would hate to see others leave because they refuse to follow the decision of the DZ management. However, I will support the DZ management in their decision to help everyone stay safe.

I hope all is well. If I can not jump I want everyone else to.