jessd 0 #1 April 21, 2003 Well-the weather this weekend was finally good enough for me to do some AFF jumps. I did jump #1 yesterday. It went really well. I was so nervous in the plane. I could barely walk to the door because my legs were so wobbly. I thought about riding down with the plane. I knew that if I did this that the chances of me getting back on a plane to skydive were pretty small. So, I took a deep breath, and told myself to calm down and that I could do it!! Once I exited I was so much more relaxed. Under canopy - which was what I was most fearful of-I was much more relaxed that I thought that I would be. Today I did AFF jumps #2 and #3. They went well. I was not as altitude aware on jump 2 as I was on jump one. I actually thought that I was lower than I was. The landing for jump 2 was a little hard (I did a little bit of a somersault instead of a PLF). Coming in for the landing for jump 3 I was a little nervous. But, I had little assistance from the guy on radio and it was very smooth. Overall - I had an excellant time and can't wait to go again. I am so sore right now but I feel great. I will post some pictures when I get them back from - hopefully tomorrow!!! "Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away..." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sinker 0 #2 April 21, 2003 congrats! fantastic that you kicked airweenie's ass and got outa the plane... -the artist formerly known as sinker Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skybytch 273 #3 April 21, 2003 Woo hoo!! Three levels in a weekend; that's awesome. Congrats! Feels good to have a couple of parachutes on your back instead of a tandem instructor doesn't it? Quote I am so sore right now but I feel great. There are a few things you can do to reduce the soreness next time. Be sure to stretch on the mornings you're jumping. Eat - and for maximum energy it's best if you eat small healthy "snacks" throughout the day rather than sit down to a big meal. And most importantly - hydrate. Drink before you get thirsty, and avoid caffeine (coffee and soft drinks). I also take a couple of anti-inflammatories in the morning before a day of jumping. Seems to help. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #4 April 21, 2003 Thats awesome!! Like Bytch said, doing 3 levels in one weekend rocks!! Soon we'll have another licensed skychicky. ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jessd 0 #5 April 21, 2003 ***Feels good to have a couple of parachutes on your back instead of a tandem instructor doesn't it? *** Why yes it does. That student gear is heavy though. But, it was definitly awesome. I had really great instructors this weekend. I am so tired right now. I just can't sleep though. Too busy watching my videos. "Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away..." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheAnvil 0 #6 April 21, 2003 Congrats! The Anvil Vinny the Anvil Post Traumatic Didn't Make The Lakers Syndrome is REAL JACKASS POWER!!!!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tasadin 0 #7 April 21, 2003 Massive congrats. I remember the 'oh shit' im next feeling when I got out of the plane on my first dive all to clearly (well i should really it was only 5 weeks ago). But nice one for 3 levels in a weekend, when you going to finsih the rest?? "If everything seems under control, you're just not going fast enough." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zeemax 0 #8 April 21, 2003 CONGRATS isn't it the best feeling in the world. i was watching the video of my AFF 1 the other day, the instructor was wearing a camera, you should see my face. Its soooooo funny, i went from absolute ARGHH to a massive smile instantly. I love this sport so when do you think you'll get the next jumps in? Phoenix Fly - High performance wingsuits for skydiving and BASE Performance Designs - Simply brilliant canopies Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shark 0 #9 April 21, 2003 Jess, That's awesome! You'll be watching those videos for a very long time, and it keeps getting better. I still go back and look at my old tapes. Since I'm sleepless in SoCal, I'll probably watch this weekend's videos!Keep up the good work! Shark Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ladyskydiver 0 #10 April 21, 2003 Congrats! 3 levels in one weekend is awesome!Life is short! Break the rules! Forgive quickly! Kiss slowly! Love truly, Laugh uncontrollably. And never regret anything that made you smile. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CrazyIvan 0 #11 April 21, 2003 Way to go Jess!!!! wooooo-hooooo!!!!__________________________________________ Blue Skies and May the Force be with you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luv2Fall 0 #12 April 21, 2003 Whooooo Hoooooooo! Moving right along - Congrats! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #13 April 21, 2003 Jess, You are awesome, but i already told you that! Congrats on reaching for your dreams!oh...and Welcome to the sky!! I expecte thos epictures to be posted ASAP! My photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slotperfect 7 #14 April 21, 2003 WOW! Go for it! Arrive Safely John Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
riggerrob 643 #15 April 21, 2003 Way to go! Keep up the pace! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,593 #16 April 21, 2003 Congrats! getting so many out of the way this early in the season is definitely the way to go! Keep having fun with them. Wendy W.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DTOXX 0 #17 April 21, 2003 Very Cool! ------- D.T. Holder SIMstudy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CanuckInUSA 0 #18 April 21, 2003 I'm glad you decided to jump and good luck with the rest of your training. It's worth it. Try not to worry about the things you have no control over Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #19 April 21, 2003 Congratulations! Hope your friends don't get tired of hearing about it. It is tough to face that fear and step out the door, but you did it. You'll never be able to explain it to non-skydivers. Look down and trust yourself. It makes you stronger as a person. Is there anything that you cannot do now? Yeah baby! On the weights thing, my friend weighs 110 and wears 17 lbs of weight on every jump. With the rig and lead, she can hardly walk, but she flies like the world class skydiver that she is. I guess it is worth it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BBKid 0 #20 April 21, 2003 Fine, don't bother to tell me how it went before everyone else!Seriously though, that bloody amazing my friend - I'm heading back to Durham on Wednesday and we have a new(ish) Let to get the experienced jumpers in the air, so it'll just be little old me in the 182. Since I can get to my DZ four times a week (exams allowing), let's have a race to the A! Loser buys beer (and airfare!) Nick --------------------------- "I've pierced my foot on a spike!!!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jessd 0 #21 April 21, 2003 Thanks everyone!! I plan to do more jumps on the weekends as the weather allows. Hopefully next weekend will be as nice weather wise as this one was. Well, here are a few pictures from AFF level 1. "Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away..." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zeemax 0 #22 April 21, 2003 VERY coool again, congrats !! Phoenix Fly - High performance wingsuits for skydiving and BASE Performance Designs - Simply brilliant canopies Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tb62871 0 #23 April 21, 2003 congrats jess big smile on 04 --TB Welcome my friends to the show that never ends. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jessd 0 #24 April 21, 2003 Thanks - maybe we will soon see some smiling pics of you in freefall. "Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away..." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #25 April 21, 2003 cool jess, good luck on the weather for this coming weekendMy photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
