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I was part of the Cancer Survivor "Leap of Faith" skydiving team, and yes, we were successful. We broke last year's record of 16, and now have 18. We began with 26. But even more important, we raised $8,000 for bone marrow testing and got our message out that there is life after cancer. It was a great time and so wonderful to see everyone again. I am really looking forward to it last time! Thanks for checking in on us, we all appreciate it. Of course, if anyone out there would like to donate, please visit our website: leap--of--faith.com. There is life after cancer! Blue Skies Alisha "Allie" Carsten

My prayers and condolences to those left behind, friends and family alike. May the 2 jumpers now have everlasting blue skies, no more pack jobs, and may their feet never touch the ground. Blue skies and soft landings, Allie Alisha "Allie" Carsten

I guess my DZ's student rigs with CYPRES was a dream? I could have SWORN we had them. But, if SLV is the ONLY DZ to offer them, I must be mistaken. Geeeeeeeeeeez, what a STUPID ad...for a STUPID website, for an obviously some-what confused DZ. Alisha "Allie" Carsten

Jesse, I went through the AFP program in 2001. I didn't really evaluate the pros and cons of AFP vs. AFF at that time. I figured everyone learned the same. It wasn't until after I graduated and had been jumping for a bit that I realized things like static line and AFF and other programs even existed! I had a friend who went through AFF, and we discussed the differences in detail. What I concluded was that by going through AFP, I had the advantages of passing levels with more ease, had the chance to do relative work such as docking and even turning a few points, and really felt as though I could progress easier since the levels were gradual and essentially building off the previous jump. Gathering his opinion of AFF, it was harder to pass the levels and because there are only 7 levels, there was just the same dollar amount involved since paying for his coach jumps. In my opinion (note the word OPINION), if you are looking for in-dept training and wanting to go into skydiving gradually and set attainable goals, AFP seems it would be more beneficial. AFF seems like it could be intimidating for beginners. Opinions are like a__holes, everyone has one, and thinks everyone elses stinks! That's just my experience and ideas. Good luck and congratulations on your training! Allie Alisha "Allie" Carsten

Wow!? Married?? Congrats to you two! Hope all is well, and skies are blue! Nice to hear from you guys! Best wishes and take care! Alisha "Allie" Carsten

Nice cut away, very clean... glad you are okay

I would like to congratulate all of my fellow Cancer Survivor World Record team members and supporters. Thanks to everyone who participated and supported our efforts to bring cancer awareness to new heights. The event was set by Tony Albano to show all cancer survivors and those effected by cancer that LIFE DOES GO ON, and cancer is not always a "death sentence." I believe had I seen 24 cancer survivors skydiving together while I was undergoing chemo, I would have had that much more will to survive. Just to know that life is truly precious and worth living and fighting for! Again, to all the survivors, it was so wonderful to meet you, jump with you ,to get a world record together, and share such a unique bond of skydiving AND cancer stories....wow...and that all took place in Texas...where all stories begin with "No shit, There I was..." See everyone again next year, when we break the record we set last week. Be safe, be healthy, and be proud of your accomplishments. Blues, Alisha Alisha "Allie" Carsten

Mine was November 23, 2000, one month after I went into remission from cancer. I was 25 when I was diagnosed and 25 when I went into remission. I was terminal with stomach cancer. I made a list of things I wanted to do should I survive, and skydive was #1. Once in remission, I decided to make the first tandem jump from the Otter at Skydive Spaceland in Rosharon, Texas. I have yet to conquere anything else left on my list (#2 was to spit off the Eiffel Tower). Blue Skies Allie Alisha "Allie" Carsten