ltdiver 3 #1 April 11, 2006 Well, I guess I'm not a 'tourist' anymore, Kate! 10 years ago, today, I gave up a hot air balloon ride (too expensive) and took to the air by tandem instead. It was supposed to be for only one 'ride'. I got down from that jump and was hooked! That was 10 years ago. 2500 jumps later, here we are. Wiser? Better? Older, at least... I have to say thank-you to all the friends I've made along the way. Friends from near and friends from far away. World Events and National Competitions. JFTC, USPA, FAA, FAI, IPC...A,B,C,D,AFFI,PRO....Rookie,A,AA,AAA....Intermediate,Advanced,Open... Cameraflyer... What a journey! What started with a little Cessna-182 in little 'ol Palm Springs has taken over a simple life and given so much back. It's been a great 10 years. So much change and so much more to look forward to! Wow... ltdiver Don't tell me the sky's the limit when there are footprints on the moon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skybytch 273 #2 April 11, 2006 It's official, you are no longer a tourist. Congrats, and here's to at least ten more! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ltdiver 3 #3 April 11, 2006 Thanks, bytch! You've been there for alot of the laughs (remember the dz.com 'broken records'? ). I remember trying to pack my 'new' PD-170 there in front of Square One when I was a newbie at Perris. Frank (the hippie) came out and showed me how to pack without my fingers needing to bleed! Where is that hippie now?! ltdiver Don't tell me the sky's the limit when there are footprints on the moon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mailin 0 #4 April 11, 2006 Congratulations Lori! JenArianna Frances Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ltdiver 3 #5 April 11, 2006 Thanks, Jen! Posing for the JFTC Calendar is something I'll remember for a long time. Thanks for being part of that! ltdiver Don't tell me the sky's the limit when there are footprints on the moon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mailin 0 #6 April 11, 2006 QuotePosing for the JFTC Calendar is something I'll remember for a long time. No, it's you guys that deserve the thanks - couldn't have done it without you! Congrats again JenArianna Frances Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sebazz1 2 #7 April 11, 2006 Happy Anniversary!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skydemon2 0 #8 April 11, 2006 QuoteThanks, bytch! You've been there for alot of the laughs (remember the dz.com 'broken records'? ). I remember trying to pack my 'new' PD-170 there in front of Square One when I was a newbie at Perris. Frank (the hippie) came out and showed me how to pack without my fingers needing to bleed! Where is that hippie now?! ltdiver You can pack without your fingers bleeding !!! I didnt know it was possible Happy Anniversary!Beauty is only skin deep, but ugly goes clean to the bone! I like to start my day off with a little Ray of Soulshine™!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #9 April 11, 2006 Bet that hot air balloon ride's looking pretty cheap now, isn't it? "There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ltdiver 3 #10 April 12, 2006 QuoteBet that hot air balloon ride's looking pretty cheap now, isn't it? Yep! It wouldn't have netted me so many new friends, though. ltdiver Don't tell me the sky's the limit when there are footprints on the moon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mouth 0 #11 April 12, 2006 Congrats honey. I'm glad I was one of those friends you made along the way. I really miss you tons and so want to see you soon. May the next 10 be twice as wonderful and full of joy and happiness. Love ya, Lisa -- Hot Mama At least you know where you stand even if it is in a pile of shit. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ltdiver 3 #12 April 12, 2006 Thanks, girlie! Come on out! The weather's warm! Hugs, Lori Don't tell me the sky's the limit when there are footprints on the moon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
