krispy 0 #1 November 30, 2001 I hated TV. Haven't even owned one in years.So why is it that now, sitting up way too late in a hotel room in Biloxi, Mississippi (???), I'm cursing the fact that FX and E! are not on the channel list, and that I've missed channel flipping between Ally and Howard?Well, the cast came off yesterday. Seven weeks and three days of invaluable instruction in the lesson of flaring.Yep, flaring. You bet that in the future, if that new canopy I've just started flying doesn't look like it's gonna start planing out a few feet off the ground with the toggle input I'm givin', yer damn straight I'm gonna pull harder on them toggles... immediately.No more of that tuck-your-knees-up-and-apply-gentle-input-whilst-skimming-the-ground stuff. Nope. Nuh-uh. Ass whoopin' well-taken.I figure I'll be watching more TV, even now. The damn leg is osteoporatic given its holiday in Immobileland, plus the injury gave me the impetus to join the ranks of the not-so-employed. Recipe for more free time, eh?Now, after months of lurking on these boards, telling myself not to start posting lest it eat huge chunks of my time, all the while spending hours upon hours reading/giggling (post whores, you know who you are! ), I can't help but join in the decadence!But to keep this new habit in check, a couple of friends and I have decided to put together a startup in this oh-so-inviting economic climate (hence the displaced Californian in Mississippi). That's just so I don't go overboard and shoot for pooh-bah in a week, heh.And with that, I introduce myself to the family. Hiiiiidey-ho!And for those of you who already know me, can you believe I've given up DONUTS for the entirety of my altitude-deprivation?!?!?! I seriously *need* to get back in the air soon...Steve Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingnut 0 #2 November 30, 2001 welcome and blues......."up my noooossseee"- wingnut, at first euro dz.com boogie Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chicagoskydiver 0 #3 November 30, 2001 QuoteYep, flaring. You bet that in the future, if that new canopy I've just started flying doesn't look like it's gonna start planing out a few feet off the ground with the toggle input I'm givin', yer damn straight I'm gonna pull harder on them toggles... immediately.Yes, I learned that lesson while I was still a student. Broken tibia, torn tendon, surgery, permanent metal plate. Ground hard. Must flare.Hackey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #4 November 30, 2001 Wilkommen Steve! Resistance is futile. You must live to post and post to live...."and I'm not easily impressed...Ooohh look...a blue car!" -Homer Simpson Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Slappie 9 #5 November 30, 2001 QuoteResistance is futile. You must live to post and post to live.... I must agree once you post you can't stop. Kinda like Pringles once you Pop You Can't Stop! Welcome to the DIS-Functional Family. My New Website with 24hr Chat Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jessica 0 #6 November 30, 2001 No don't turn to the idiot box! Read skydiving books instead. With the downtime, you could memorize the I/E examination guide!Shit luck, bra, but I'm glad to see you posting. I'm always puzzled when people lurk in these forums...surely there's nothing interesting to see here? Alex wants to see you bleed. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brokeneagle 0 #7 November 30, 2001 Welcome, krispy! Empathy on your hard lesson!! Don't give up your dreams of the air, you can still do what you want, no matter WHAT yer well-meaning whuffo family, "friends", or Dr.'s secretary says-- physical obstacles, whether temporary or permanent, as well as flare impairment on new canopies CAN be overcome! I will be following yer limpin' footsteps in a month when I get my 3rd cast on my newest broken leg, caused by the very same type of misjudgement- I wear a leg brace on the other one full time- shattered it in sixteen places coming up on five years ago on March 15th, which was coincidentally National Skydiving Safety Day that year-- Believe in yourself AND yer dreams, and be firm with any dissenting whuffos. I, too, count the days until I can fly again!... I will be as smart as you, study as much as possible canopy flight, practice and use visualization techniques, and as soon as I am mobile again, observe as many landings as I can, and I will continue to ask questions of my fellow jumpers. I did not plan on this "free time" (unemployment) either, but I WILL use it to improve my understanding and enjoyment of this sport I so love....Good luck! Blue Skies, and Soft Landings always! Brokeneagle. I'm really very gentle, no matter what my kung-fu teacher says... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skybytch 273 #8 November 30, 2001 Welcome Steve! Glad you finally posted something But there's one thing about your post that I really don't understand... you moved from California to MISSISSIPPI??? pull and flare,lisa Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #9 November 30, 2001 "California to MISSISSIPPI???'He couldn't get better all at once. These things take time......."and I'm not easily impressed...Ooohh look...a blue car!" -Homer Simpson Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
krispy 0 #10 December 1, 2001 QuoteNo don't turn to the idiot box! Read skydiving books instead. With the downtime, you could memorize the I/E examination guide!*giggle*, do downloaded skydiving videos count? good idea, though. methinks i should study some! twas a shame; i was supposed to take my B test that afternoon... jump 48!!!Steve Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
krispy 0 #11 December 1, 2001 QuoteDon't give up your dreams of the air, you can still do what you want, no matter WHATtotally agree. i love the look on people's faces when they ask, "so, are you gonna do it again?" and i give them that what-the-f**k-do-you-think glare... heheheQuoteI will be following yer limpin' footsteps in a month when I get my 3rd cast on my newest broken leg, caused by the very same type of misjudgementso i'm not alone! [grin] maybe we should start a support group, hmmm?and yes, visualization is key right now. whether awake or sleeping, i'm in the air!Steve Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lummy 4 #12 December 1, 2001 Enjoyed reading your intro Steve :) Damned good writer....So when are you going to be taking your B? we have about the same #'s.I still have to do my water training but I'm more concerned about staying current at the moment.....Blue skies? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
krispy 0 #13 December 1, 2001 QuoteBut there's one thing about your post that I really don't understand... you moved from California to MISSISSIPPI??? oh, no dear. i was simply there for a day on business. and food.oh yeah... MANY apologies for bleeding all over that safire. really, i didn't mean it!steve Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lummy 4 #14 December 1, 2001 totally agree. i love the look on people's faces when they ask, "so, are you gonna do it again?" and i give them that what-the-f**k-do-you-think glare... heheheROFL......Although I find the Evil grin works better ;> Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
krispy 0 #15 December 1, 2001 Quote"California to MISSISSIPPI???'He couldn't get better all at once. These things take time.......heyyyy, it's not like i was drinking the water or anything like that!Steve Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
n2skdvn 0 #16 December 1, 2001 hey i jump in miss theres a great dz there gold coast skydivers don't knock em!!!!!!!!have chute. will fall. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
n2skdvn 0 #17 December 1, 2001 great place but (i repete DO NOT DRINK THE WATER!!!!!!!)have chute. will fall. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
