Brian425 0 #1 December 9, 2003 I am not working right now. Money is a little tight; but, not terrible. I have two RW suits, one I bought and one that was given to me. I drive a friend that I met during AFF and he shares the gas money when we drive to the dz. Would it be ok to give him one of the suits that I have as a gift? I know that it's not new and I feel a little bad giving something that I did not buy new as a gift for him. He needs a suit and it will get him through the spring/summer until he can get his own gear. I have told him that he can jump my rig until he gets a rig of his own. I just feel bad giving a gift I did not buy new. Any opinions? I wish I had the $$$$ to give him a nice gift as he has been very good to me. The only time you should look down on someone is when you are offering them your hand. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shmali 0 #2 December 9, 2003 A gift comes from the heart (as cheesy as it sounds) if you are giving it for the shear fact that it is something that he would enjoy/make him happy etc.. Then by all means go ahead. But if your reason is because it is a cheap way out then maybe you should rethink it. Also remember he is a skydiver too so he also knows what it means to be poor. We all have our ups and down when it comes to the green$. Live and be happy and the rest is just icing Pineappe Death Juice, If you have to ask you'd rather not know! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WFFC 1 #3 December 9, 2003 QuoteA gift comes from the heart Exactly! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ZoneRat 0 #4 December 9, 2003 It would be a WONDERFUL gift! Even a used jump suit costs 100.00 plus! Check the classifieds! You have two, and you want to share one with your friend... to help him get by for a while... And you're worried that it's not good enough 'cause it aint new?!? I find that touchingly cool. If you feel you want to do more... consider buying one of those disposable cameras, taking shots of him landing, walking in with his (or your) canopy slung over his shoulder maybe some party pics... Pics of mutual friends at the DZ... whatever... take the coolest pics you can... then pack the camera with the jumpsuit and maybe a gift cert for developing. Let him get the film developed and be the first to see what all you put on there for him. Inexpensive... but nice, ya know? Hey, It aint about money or whether it's new or not. He knows you're not workin'. It's all about the love, man. It's all about the love. “There are more things in Heaven and Earth, Horatio, than are dreamt of in your philosophies.” Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flygirl03 0 #5 December 9, 2003 ditto what they said. im sure he will be most greatful ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ earthbound misfit Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lee03 0 #6 December 9, 2003 A gift from the heart is the best kind.. it is ALWAYS appreciated.. He will love it because he will know that you cared giving it to him -------- To put your life in danger from time to time ... breeds a saneness in dealing with day-to-day trivialities. --Nevil Shute, Slide Rule Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nightingale 0 #7 December 9, 2003 personally, I'd give him cash to use towards the new suit of his choice (or an alti, or whatever). just get him a gift certificate to the local gear shop. Its one thing to give him the jumpsuit because he needs it and you're being a good friend... but if you do that at the holidays, it just looks like you're being cheap. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brian425 0 #8 December 9, 2003 If I was working cash would not be a problem. I just don't have it. I don't think he expects a gift. I just figured it would be nice to give it to him. I'll wrap it up as nice as I can and give it to him. I'm sure he will appreciate it. It's the best I can do right now and my intentions are good. I think he'll see that. Thanks everyone. The only time you should look down on someone is when you are offering them your hand. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chute 0 #9 December 9, 2003 If he does not want the suit. I will be your best friend! The suit is a great gift.Bottomless Beers and Blue Skies! * Brother_Brian * D.S.W.F.S.B. #2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rehmwa 2 #10 December 9, 2003 If he wants a new suit, then he can sell the gift. It's a great idea. I really like the idea of the camera though. New jumpers are nuts about pictures of themselves. ... Driving is a one dimensional activity - a monkey can do it - being proud of your driving abilities is like being proud of being able to put on pants Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brian425 0 #11 December 9, 2003 The pictures are a great idea. I've got a few digital pictures of him and a few of all of us AFF students/graduates together. I'll get some pictures printed up today and I'm bringing the suit to the dry cleaners. I'll pack it up with a few of those little "airplane" bottles and a jump ticket. The only time you should look down on someone is when you are offering them your hand. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ACMESkydiver 0 #12 December 9, 2003 That's a great gift whether you are low on money or not! That's very generous...I'm sure your friend will love it! ~Jaye Do not believe that possibly you can escape the reward of your action. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #13 December 9, 2003 I have nothing of value to add to this thread....i'm just in a post whoring mood.... ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
selbbub78 0 #14 December 9, 2003 That's a great idea unless it's an RW suit (everyone knows it's a rare occassion if I do RW). In all seriousness, as everyone already mentioned, it's the thought that counts, and any skydiver would LOVE a suit if they don't have one already, I'm sure.blue non windy, non snowy skies ,"Women fake orgasms - men fake whole relationships" – Sharon Stone "The world is my dropzone" (wise crewdog quote) "The light dims, until full darkness pierces into the world."-KDM Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brian425 0 #15 December 9, 2003 I'll be up this weekend for the party. This out of work thing has been kicking my ass a little. I have some good prospects so hopefully it'll work out. Bubbles this is for Kolos so don't say anything. Joe wants us to jump the prison suits that the tandems wear so there are enough suits for all the students. The only time you should look down on someone is when you are offering them your hand. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rehmwa 2 #16 December 9, 2003 QuoteI have nothing of value to add to this thread....i'm just in a post whoring mood.... There's nothing wrong with post whoring. There's nothing wrong with an RW suit (unless it doesn't have all the grippers or is missing the booties). ... Driving is a one dimensional activity - a monkey can do it - being proud of your driving abilities is like being proud of being able to put on pants Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chopchop 0 #17 December 9, 2003 QuoteThe pictures are a great idea. I've got a few digital pictures of him and a few of all of us AFF students/graduates together. I'll get some pictures printed up today and I'm bringing the suit to the dry cleaners. I'll pack it up with a few of those little "airplane" bottles and a jump ticket. That sounds like one of the coolest, sweetest Christmas presents anyone will be getting.. I think your friend is quite lucky to have a friend like yourself. Oh, yeah... and welcome to skydiving.. people like you are what makes the sport so awesome. chopchop gotta go... Plaything needs a spanking.. Lotsa Pictures Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pleifer 0 #18 December 9, 2003 that would be an awesome gift. money can buy gifts, but alot more though went into this. me everyone is getting cd's, compilations of stuff that I think they will like, and do not have, so I have to sourt though 1000's of tunes to find 10-12 songs that will have personal meaning to them, won't cost me but a quarter a disk, but a lot of thought is going into each one. cause i am on a low budget chritmas, plus only a "halmark" christmas is about money my 2c's is give him the suit it will mean more than anything you could buy _________________________________________ The Angel of Duh has spoke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
