kingbunky 3 #1 December 28, 2001 hmmmm, a couple of stories about parents, anyone else have problems with a spouse? my wife had been skydiving with her ex several years ago. she mentioned it one day and i said i had always wanted to go and we decided we would go out for a day. when the day arrived, she decided she didn't want to go, but she would drop me off at the dz (it's only 10 minutes from home) and come back later to get me. the instructor remembered her and talked her into staying for the class, and then a jump. well, short story, i had a flailing exit, forgot to count, had line twist, landed on my ass, couldn't tell you what color canopy i had over me, but was hooked. she had a nice exit, tippy-toe landing and never wanted to go back. now when i go to the dz i have to jump and head home as quick as i can or i get crapped on, usually do anyway actually. she tells everyone that she is sorry she took me out there in the first place, figured i'd take a jump and have it out of my system. i only have 8 jumps in, but plan on doing pff and getting licensed next season. so far all of our jumps have been iad, but i talked her into doing the level one jump with me so that she could at least try free-falling, i hope that will change her mind and get her into it as well. anyone else with a similar experience? how did you and your significant other deal with it?"Jumping out of planes for the thrill of it all."-J.Geils Band Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skygeek 0 #2 December 28, 2001 Good luck My friend this is a hard row to hoe. trying to balance a relationship and a jumping habit is a very ify thing. : ( good luck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cyberskydive 0 #3 December 28, 2001 Wasnt married, but my ex-gf was a biatch about it (keyword:ex-biatch) An no I didnt cutaway because of that, but should have. I tried to make it work by dividing my time, not partying at the dz some nights and goin home to be with her etc, dont work-lol-but in my case I was jumping a few years before I met her. Thus my favorite line, "i was jumping before I met you, and I'll probably be jumping after" I knew the end was nigh upon my door when I hear: "If we ever have kids would you stop skydiving?" I think we broke up the next night after I got home from the dropzone -lolbest of luck to ya! http://www.cyberskydive.com/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Zennie 0 #4 December 28, 2001 My wife grumbles every now & then, but after a year or so of me in the sport she's sort of accepted it. It's taken a lot of talk and compromising (like only going out one day out of the week and not staying to party afterwards). If we have kids I'm sure there will be more... um... discussions. But she knows how much this sport means to me and we're committed to each other. So every now & then there is wailing & knashing of teeth, but once we settle down we work through it. Relationships are like that.You could just as easily date a skydiver, only to find that the only thing you have in common is skydiving. That can be every bit as problematic. "Zero Tolerance: the politically correct term for zero thought, zero common sense." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites riggerrob 643 #5 December 28, 2001 Gee!Your dilema reminds me of one of my ex-girlfriends.She tried to convert me into an alcoholic scuba diver.I still have the PADI card, but dropped the booze years ago! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Slowfaller 0 #6 December 28, 2001 Quote?" I think we broke up the next night after I got home from the dropzone -lolROFLMAO!!!My girlfriend is pumped about the tandem I bought her for Xmas and I joke w/ her that she will be sit-flying w/ me by summer. She says she wants to continue but she hasn't jumped yet so there is no way of telling. I think she'll get addicted like so many. Or at least I hope she doesCHris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites mikefarmer 0 #7 December 28, 2001 I must brag on my awesome wife. She made 17 jumps while we were dating (I'm beginning to think it was to impress me), then just decided she didn't want to jump anymore. Luckily, she is the coolest person in the world and everyone at the DZ loves her and provides plenty of ground based fun while I jump. I rarely go to the DZ without her, but she is cool with whatever I do. As a result, I am much more considerate of her wishes than I would be if she put a "leash" on my jumping. I would probably jump more than I do if she tried to tell me when I could jump. She if the perfect skydiver wife: Hangs at the DZ, but doesn't spend money jumping. If I could just get her to pack...........oh yeah, and keep Kris's dirty paws off of her.....It would be even better!Love ya Kriszilla!!!"It's better to be dead and cool than alive and uncool."-Marlboro Man Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites bill2 0 #8 December 28, 2001 My wife doesn't skydive, but she did buy me a tandem jump last year, which got me hooked. Now I jump, she respects the fact that I love doing it, and we get along fine. She has her other interests that she pursues while I'm at the DZ. Ultimately though, each relationship is different and each non jumping significant other has to be approached differently. I don't have any rules of thumb except to pay lots of attention to her when you're not jumping. good luck. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites freeflir29 0 #9 December 28, 2001 "I don't have any rules of thumb except....."anal sex three times a week! Let's her know who's in charge. LOL"I got some beers....Let's Drink em!!!"Clay Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skreamer 1 #10 December 28, 2001 Hey, Mike - you still jumping up on the desk at work, trying to explain skydiving to your whuffo colleagues? I've met quite a few skydivers who have girlfriends who started with them (or as a result of them?) and then stopped. Haven't really met many (still jumping) skydiver chicks with non-jumping partners./s Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Kris 0 #11 December 29, 2001 Quote I must brag on my awesome wife. She made 17 jumps while we were dating (I'm beginning to think it was to impress me), then just decided she didn't want to jump anymore. Luckily, she is the coolest person in the world and everyone at the DZ loves her and provides plenty of ground based fun while I jump. I rarely go to the DZ without her, but she is cool with whatever I do. As a result, I am much more considerate of her wishes than I would be if she put a "leash" on my jumping. I would probably jump more than I do if she tried to tell me when I could jump. She if the perfect skydiver wife: Hangs at the DZ, but doesn't spend money jumping. If I could just get her to pack...........oh yeah, and keep Kris's dirty paws off of her.....It would be even better! Okay, I've got to agree with Mike about his wife, Bobbie. She is just about the coolest chicky on the planet. While we like having Mike show up at the DZ, it's better when Bobbie tags along. In fact, we're taking up a collection to see if we can use her as the first test-case for human cloning. KrisPreening my paws for the next round of "ground-based fun"...Aww, you know I luvz ya Mike! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites freeflir29 0 #12 December 29, 2001 "test-case for human cloning"Ahhh...Cloning....the sincerest form of flattery...."I got some beers....Let's Drink em!!!"Clay Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites SkymonkeyONE 4 #13 December 29, 2001 Quoteanyone else with a similar experience? how did you and your significant other deal with it?Hmm. Sorry brother, but my wife has a bit over 2,700 skydives (a little over a 100 less than me). I was never able to keep a girlfriend that didn't skydive. The relationships that I really tried to make work out just kept me from the DZ, so in the end I ended up back with the same woman. Good luck.ChuckMy webpage HERE Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Iflyme 0 #14 December 29, 2001 Quoteshort story, i had a flailing exit, forgot to count, had line twist, landed on my ass, couldn't tell you what color canopy i had over me, but was hooked.Hey, you're singing my song!Anyway, I took up skydiving after being married to my wonderful wife for 14 years. She will NEVER skydive... but she is so great that she just threw the biggest 40th suprise birthday bash you could ever imagine for me -- at the DZ! 2 bands, great mix of skydivers and whuffos... the skydivers are still talkin' about it! Yes, it has been a change from the way things were in our first decade and a bit of marriage -- but people who really love each other will accept change. I even spent or vacation fund on a rig a couple of years back... but the thing is -- I still make time to spend with my family. Our kids hang out at the DZ (my wife doesn't) sometimes, so that gives her some time to do the things she'd like to do without us around... ya really do have to work to make it equitable for both of you, but if you love each other, then it's well worth it... otherwise... CUT HER AWAY!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites dove 0 #15 December 29, 2001 About 5 months ago I remember a similar thread in here and I posted about how lucky I was that my husband was supportive despite the fact that he had no interest in ever making a jump (won't even do a roller coaster!) He said as long as it made me so happy it was great for him too. Long story short - moved to Florida 6 weeks ago and signed the separation agreement 3 weeks ago. It was getting more and more tense and then I had that accident - that was it! He wouldn't even get me ice for my broken ribs! Good luck. I know it can be done cause there are a few couples out there that have made it happen. As difficult as this has been, I am happier than I have ever been. Skydiving makes me so happy from way deep inside and I just can't give up my happiness. So here I am in Florida... broke, jumping and grinning like crazy.dove Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites TheMarshMan1 0 #16 December 29, 2001 "...won't even do a roller coaster..."Me either....but I guess thats cause I can do way better than a roller coaster.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites mnischalke 0 #17 December 29, 2001 Sorry and congratulations in the same breath. It sucks when things don't work out the way you probably would have liked, but you'll be happier and better off in the end because of it. Skydiving sure does have a way of either axing or solidifying relationships. Usually it's the former, rather than the latter. Well, if it's any consolation, I just got the new Parachutist and you are wayyy hot. Keep your chin up, no matter what.mikefly nylon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites dove 0 #18 December 29, 2001 "...I just got the new Parachutist and you are wayyy hot..."How can you tell from that silly pic?!?!?! All you can see is my huge grin and my bonehead.... ahhhhh, it's my bonehead! But thanks. The holidays were sort of rough - 1st time without family cause at this point I couldn't afford to go home... but I spent them with my new family at the dz and it was actually sorta special. Even got to meet a dz.comer - Nathan (although I didn't know he was one at the time) Hope everyone has a great New Year's celebration!Remember - I'm single now and I need someone to kiss into the new year.... at 13,000!dove Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Pammi 0 #19 December 30, 2001 Ah :( I'm sorry Dove. I know it'll turn out for the best for you though. It's a lesson some never learn and it took me forever to figure out...that you must make yourself happy first and foremost. Screw anybody who thinks that's selfish. If they really love you, seeing you happy makes them happy and makes you want the same for them. Good luck :) Closing pin jewelry Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites mikefarmer 0 #20 December 30, 2001 QuoteHey, Mike - you still jumping up on the desk at work, trying to explain skydiving to your whuffo colleagues? What? That's not normal behavior? I'm cracking up that you remember that! At least my ranting made an impression on someone!"When you try to turn a mental illness into a sport, there will be casualties."-Andy West Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites dove 0 #21 December 30, 2001 Thanks Pammi. Yeah, for the first time in my life I am realizing that I deserve to be happy too. I always spent so much time worrying about everyone else. Funny thing is, happiness is SOOOO contagious everything else just seems to fall in place. Yippee for me!!!! And everyone else who skydives. Best people I ever met. What kind of people jump out of perfectly good airplanes? The best kind!dove Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites BadDog 0 #22 December 31, 2001 Jumping has to come first. There are plenty of "significant others" in your future. Don't waste your time trying to accomodate the current one.CorporateLawyerDave aka BadDog Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites scottbre 0 #23 December 31, 2001 QuoteMe either....but I guess thats cause I can do way better than a roller coaster....Let's not go putting rollercoasters down. It's a totally different sensation... "Can't keep my mind from the circling sky. Tongue-tied & twisted just an earth-bound misfit, I." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites TALONSKY 0 #24 December 31, 2001 I have heard from a lot of people down at my DZ about relationships with WHUFFOS not working out. Luckily my relationship do not fit into this category. I had started my training before I met her, 3 tandem jumps. Since that time (1-1/2 years ago) I have made 250 jumps. She is real supportive about skydiving, hell most of her gifts to me have been skydive related. Her and I came to an agreement that I would skydive 1 day a week and would generally come home after jumping (not stay and party). Which works fine for me. She did have a little problem (more like jealousy) when I started buying all my gear. Her and I talked about it and she just was a little jealous that I had enough extra money to buy all the stuff. Currently we are looking really hard at moving 1 mile from the DZ and buying a house there. That actually was her idea. We have talked about it and she has no desire to hang out at the DZ or try jumping. So far I think everything has worked out extremely well.Kirk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites 3fLiEr 0 #25 January 2, 2002 If loneliness be the price of freedom - then so be it..........."In a world where we are slaves to gravity I am pleased to be a freedom fighter" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 Next Page 1 of 2 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. 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Zennie 0 #4 December 28, 2001 My wife grumbles every now & then, but after a year or so of me in the sport she's sort of accepted it. It's taken a lot of talk and compromising (like only going out one day out of the week and not staying to party afterwards). If we have kids I'm sure there will be more... um... discussions. But she knows how much this sport means to me and we're committed to each other. So every now & then there is wailing & knashing of teeth, but once we settle down we work through it. Relationships are like that.You could just as easily date a skydiver, only to find that the only thing you have in common is skydiving. That can be every bit as problematic. "Zero Tolerance: the politically correct term for zero thought, zero common sense." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
riggerrob 643 #5 December 28, 2001 Gee!Your dilema reminds me of one of my ex-girlfriends.She tried to convert me into an alcoholic scuba diver.I still have the PADI card, but dropped the booze years ago! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Slowfaller 0 #6 December 28, 2001 Quote?" I think we broke up the next night after I got home from the dropzone -lolROFLMAO!!!My girlfriend is pumped about the tandem I bought her for Xmas and I joke w/ her that she will be sit-flying w/ me by summer. She says she wants to continue but she hasn't jumped yet so there is no way of telling. I think she'll get addicted like so many. Or at least I hope she doesCHris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mikefarmer 0 #7 December 28, 2001 I must brag on my awesome wife. She made 17 jumps while we were dating (I'm beginning to think it was to impress me), then just decided she didn't want to jump anymore. Luckily, she is the coolest person in the world and everyone at the DZ loves her and provides plenty of ground based fun while I jump. I rarely go to the DZ without her, but she is cool with whatever I do. As a result, I am much more considerate of her wishes than I would be if she put a "leash" on my jumping. I would probably jump more than I do if she tried to tell me when I could jump. She if the perfect skydiver wife: Hangs at the DZ, but doesn't spend money jumping. If I could just get her to pack...........oh yeah, and keep Kris's dirty paws off of her.....It would be even better!Love ya Kriszilla!!!"It's better to be dead and cool than alive and uncool."-Marlboro Man Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bill2 0 #8 December 28, 2001 My wife doesn't skydive, but she did buy me a tandem jump last year, which got me hooked. Now I jump, she respects the fact that I love doing it, and we get along fine. She has her other interests that she pursues while I'm at the DZ. Ultimately though, each relationship is different and each non jumping significant other has to be approached differently. I don't have any rules of thumb except to pay lots of attention to her when you're not jumping. good luck. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #9 December 28, 2001 "I don't have any rules of thumb except....."anal sex three times a week! Let's her know who's in charge. LOL"I got some beers....Let's Drink em!!!"Clay Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skreamer 1 #10 December 28, 2001 Hey, Mike - you still jumping up on the desk at work, trying to explain skydiving to your whuffo colleagues? I've met quite a few skydivers who have girlfriends who started with them (or as a result of them?) and then stopped. Haven't really met many (still jumping) skydiver chicks with non-jumping partners./s Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kris 0 #11 December 29, 2001 Quote I must brag on my awesome wife. She made 17 jumps while we were dating (I'm beginning to think it was to impress me), then just decided she didn't want to jump anymore. Luckily, she is the coolest person in the world and everyone at the DZ loves her and provides plenty of ground based fun while I jump. I rarely go to the DZ without her, but she is cool with whatever I do. As a result, I am much more considerate of her wishes than I would be if she put a "leash" on my jumping. I would probably jump more than I do if she tried to tell me when I could jump. She if the perfect skydiver wife: Hangs at the DZ, but doesn't spend money jumping. If I could just get her to pack...........oh yeah, and keep Kris's dirty paws off of her.....It would be even better! Okay, I've got to agree with Mike about his wife, Bobbie. She is just about the coolest chicky on the planet. While we like having Mike show up at the DZ, it's better when Bobbie tags along. In fact, we're taking up a collection to see if we can use her as the first test-case for human cloning. KrisPreening my paws for the next round of "ground-based fun"...Aww, you know I luvz ya Mike! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #12 December 29, 2001 "test-case for human cloning"Ahhh...Cloning....the sincerest form of flattery...."I got some beers....Let's Drink em!!!"Clay Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkymonkeyONE 4 #13 December 29, 2001 Quoteanyone else with a similar experience? how did you and your significant other deal with it?Hmm. Sorry brother, but my wife has a bit over 2,700 skydives (a little over a 100 less than me). I was never able to keep a girlfriend that didn't skydive. The relationships that I really tried to make work out just kept me from the DZ, so in the end I ended up back with the same woman. Good luck.ChuckMy webpage HERE Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Iflyme 0 #14 December 29, 2001 Quoteshort story, i had a flailing exit, forgot to count, had line twist, landed on my ass, couldn't tell you what color canopy i had over me, but was hooked.Hey, you're singing my song!Anyway, I took up skydiving after being married to my wonderful wife for 14 years. She will NEVER skydive... but she is so great that she just threw the biggest 40th suprise birthday bash you could ever imagine for me -- at the DZ! 2 bands, great mix of skydivers and whuffos... the skydivers are still talkin' about it! Yes, it has been a change from the way things were in our first decade and a bit of marriage -- but people who really love each other will accept change. I even spent or vacation fund on a rig a couple of years back... but the thing is -- I still make time to spend with my family. Our kids hang out at the DZ (my wife doesn't) sometimes, so that gives her some time to do the things she'd like to do without us around... ya really do have to work to make it equitable for both of you, but if you love each other, then it's well worth it... otherwise... CUT HER AWAY!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dove 0 #15 December 29, 2001 About 5 months ago I remember a similar thread in here and I posted about how lucky I was that my husband was supportive despite the fact that he had no interest in ever making a jump (won't even do a roller coaster!) He said as long as it made me so happy it was great for him too. Long story short - moved to Florida 6 weeks ago and signed the separation agreement 3 weeks ago. It was getting more and more tense and then I had that accident - that was it! He wouldn't even get me ice for my broken ribs! Good luck. I know it can be done cause there are a few couples out there that have made it happen. As difficult as this has been, I am happier than I have ever been. Skydiving makes me so happy from way deep inside and I just can't give up my happiness. So here I am in Florida... broke, jumping and grinning like crazy.dove Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheMarshMan1 0 #16 December 29, 2001 "...won't even do a roller coaster..."Me either....but I guess thats cause I can do way better than a roller coaster.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites mnischalke 0 #17 December 29, 2001 Sorry and congratulations in the same breath. It sucks when things don't work out the way you probably would have liked, but you'll be happier and better off in the end because of it. Skydiving sure does have a way of either axing or solidifying relationships. Usually it's the former, rather than the latter. Well, if it's any consolation, I just got the new Parachutist and you are wayyy hot. Keep your chin up, no matter what.mikefly nylon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites dove 0 #18 December 29, 2001 "...I just got the new Parachutist and you are wayyy hot..."How can you tell from that silly pic?!?!?! All you can see is my huge grin and my bonehead.... ahhhhh, it's my bonehead! But thanks. The holidays were sort of rough - 1st time without family cause at this point I couldn't afford to go home... but I spent them with my new family at the dz and it was actually sorta special. Even got to meet a dz.comer - Nathan (although I didn't know he was one at the time) Hope everyone has a great New Year's celebration!Remember - I'm single now and I need someone to kiss into the new year.... at 13,000!dove Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Pammi 0 #19 December 30, 2001 Ah :( I'm sorry Dove. I know it'll turn out for the best for you though. It's a lesson some never learn and it took me forever to figure out...that you must make yourself happy first and foremost. Screw anybody who thinks that's selfish. If they really love you, seeing you happy makes them happy and makes you want the same for them. Good luck :) Closing pin jewelry Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites mikefarmer 0 #20 December 30, 2001 QuoteHey, Mike - you still jumping up on the desk at work, trying to explain skydiving to your whuffo colleagues? What? That's not normal behavior? I'm cracking up that you remember that! At least my ranting made an impression on someone!"When you try to turn a mental illness into a sport, there will be casualties."-Andy West Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites dove 0 #21 December 30, 2001 Thanks Pammi. Yeah, for the first time in my life I am realizing that I deserve to be happy too. I always spent so much time worrying about everyone else. Funny thing is, happiness is SOOOO contagious everything else just seems to fall in place. Yippee for me!!!! And everyone else who skydives. Best people I ever met. What kind of people jump out of perfectly good airplanes? The best kind!dove Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites BadDog 0 #22 December 31, 2001 Jumping has to come first. There are plenty of "significant others" in your future. Don't waste your time trying to accomodate the current one.CorporateLawyerDave aka BadDog Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites scottbre 0 #23 December 31, 2001 QuoteMe either....but I guess thats cause I can do way better than a roller coaster....Let's not go putting rollercoasters down. It's a totally different sensation... "Can't keep my mind from the circling sky. Tongue-tied & twisted just an earth-bound misfit, I." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites TALONSKY 0 #24 December 31, 2001 I have heard from a lot of people down at my DZ about relationships with WHUFFOS not working out. Luckily my relationship do not fit into this category. I had started my training before I met her, 3 tandem jumps. Since that time (1-1/2 years ago) I have made 250 jumps. She is real supportive about skydiving, hell most of her gifts to me have been skydive related. Her and I came to an agreement that I would skydive 1 day a week and would generally come home after jumping (not stay and party). Which works fine for me. She did have a little problem (more like jealousy) when I started buying all my gear. Her and I talked about it and she just was a little jealous that I had enough extra money to buy all the stuff. Currently we are looking really hard at moving 1 mile from the DZ and buying a house there. That actually was her idea. We have talked about it and she has no desire to hang out at the DZ or try jumping. So far I think everything has worked out extremely well.Kirk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites 3fLiEr 0 #25 January 2, 2002 If loneliness be the price of freedom - then so be it..........."In a world where we are slaves to gravity I am pleased to be a freedom fighter" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 Next Page 1 of 2 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0
mnischalke 0 #17 December 29, 2001 Sorry and congratulations in the same breath. It sucks when things don't work out the way you probably would have liked, but you'll be happier and better off in the end because of it. Skydiving sure does have a way of either axing or solidifying relationships. Usually it's the former, rather than the latter. Well, if it's any consolation, I just got the new Parachutist and you are wayyy hot. Keep your chin up, no matter what.mikefly nylon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dove 0 #18 December 29, 2001 "...I just got the new Parachutist and you are wayyy hot..."How can you tell from that silly pic?!?!?! All you can see is my huge grin and my bonehead.... ahhhhh, it's my bonehead! But thanks. The holidays were sort of rough - 1st time without family cause at this point I couldn't afford to go home... but I spent them with my new family at the dz and it was actually sorta special. Even got to meet a dz.comer - Nathan (although I didn't know he was one at the time) Hope everyone has a great New Year's celebration!Remember - I'm single now and I need someone to kiss into the new year.... at 13,000!dove Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pammi 0 #19 December 30, 2001 Ah :( I'm sorry Dove. I know it'll turn out for the best for you though. It's a lesson some never learn and it took me forever to figure out...that you must make yourself happy first and foremost. Screw anybody who thinks that's selfish. If they really love you, seeing you happy makes them happy and makes you want the same for them. Good luck :) Closing pin jewelry Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mikefarmer 0 #20 December 30, 2001 QuoteHey, Mike - you still jumping up on the desk at work, trying to explain skydiving to your whuffo colleagues? What? That's not normal behavior? I'm cracking up that you remember that! At least my ranting made an impression on someone!"When you try to turn a mental illness into a sport, there will be casualties."-Andy West Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dove 0 #21 December 30, 2001 Thanks Pammi. Yeah, for the first time in my life I am realizing that I deserve to be happy too. I always spent so much time worrying about everyone else. Funny thing is, happiness is SOOOO contagious everything else just seems to fall in place. Yippee for me!!!! And everyone else who skydives. Best people I ever met. What kind of people jump out of perfectly good airplanes? The best kind!dove Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BadDog 0 #22 December 31, 2001 Jumping has to come first. There are plenty of "significant others" in your future. Don't waste your time trying to accomodate the current one.CorporateLawyerDave aka BadDog Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scottbre 0 #23 December 31, 2001 QuoteMe either....but I guess thats cause I can do way better than a roller coaster....Let's not go putting rollercoasters down. It's a totally different sensation... "Can't keep my mind from the circling sky. Tongue-tied & twisted just an earth-bound misfit, I." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TALONSKY 0 #24 December 31, 2001 I have heard from a lot of people down at my DZ about relationships with WHUFFOS not working out. Luckily my relationship do not fit into this category. I had started my training before I met her, 3 tandem jumps. Since that time (1-1/2 years ago) I have made 250 jumps. She is real supportive about skydiving, hell most of her gifts to me have been skydive related. Her and I came to an agreement that I would skydive 1 day a week and would generally come home after jumping (not stay and party). Which works fine for me. She did have a little problem (more like jealousy) when I started buying all my gear. Her and I talked about it and she just was a little jealous that I had enough extra money to buy all the stuff. Currently we are looking really hard at moving 1 mile from the DZ and buying a house there. That actually was her idea. We have talked about it and she has no desire to hang out at the DZ or try jumping. So far I think everything has worked out extremely well.Kirk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
3fLiEr 0 #25 January 2, 2002 If loneliness be the price of freedom - then so be it..........."In a world where we are slaves to gravity I am pleased to be a freedom fighter" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
