VanillaSkyGirl

Wow, another one...congrats! You did a great job.

That's wonderful! I'm sure that you worked hard for this. Congratulations, Kel!

THIS one is better.

Haha, I LOVE that weebl video!

I will...and you have fun, too!

I don't IM, plus I need to sleep, but thank you, hon. Maybe next time? Lisa~ Sunday is Mother's Day...I'll only be there part of tomorrow and Sat.

Do you ever sleep, Lisa? Or, are you an insomniac like me? Let me know, if you are going to the DZ this weekend because I am.

I wasn't online earlier, but I'm up. I'm writing some papers, and I'll be logging off, soon.

I would tend to agree with you, Apollard, because that is what I usually prefer for myself. However, some women might like the thought of stepping into a "fantasy". The Rockabilly retro shots, that I've seen out there are wonderful. Personally, I adore vintage clothing and would love to dress in vintage outfits with the red lipstick and period hair-dos for sexy photos. To me, a glamorous seductress like Rita Hayworth or the pin-up Vargas girl-look are the embodiment of feminine, sexy beauty.

Ahahaa...I'm dying here. I had almost written a Ringo comment...too funny! He's your husband? Wow, he looks so young in that photo. How old are you two?

Bowl haircuts are back, don't cha know!

That is AWESOME! I'm so happy for you, Marlene.

Hahahaa...you're adorable. I could say the same thing about how my parents tried to raise me. I used to feel that way, but I realized that what the guys say is true. Do what makes you feel sexy and pretty. You do NOT have to be nude to be sexy. Personally, I would feel unsexy, if I showed too much. To me, classy is very sexy. Take some pics of yourself by yourself, if possible. (I began doing this when my then significant other was overseas.) Focus on what you feel are your assets, like your lips, eyes or even other body parts, like your back or legs. You might need help from your SO or a close friend, if you take pics of your back and such. If indoors, eliminate as possible out of the background, or go to a beautiful setting, like a beach. Above all, don't do anything that you are not comfortable with, and don't show anyone anything that you feel uncomfortable showing. Anyone can be sexy, hon. Just tell yourself that you are sexy, and you will be.

Men in some parts of Florida and Georgia will be so happy, when they read that Andrea is warm, wet and heading towards them!

It was 2003, and I was going through AFF. Fellow jumpers recommended that I look for gear in the Classifieds section here and a few other sites. I had never posted on any site prior to this. I was too shy to do so on here, at first. I began to lurk, mostly in the "General Skydiving Discussions" section. Before I even began posting, I actually reached out to ask a question to Skycat via her (then) website and was e-mailing back and forth with her. She was so encouraging. She and Derek probably don't know this, but they helped me to believe in myself via a few e-mails, back then. I had gone by myself to a bigger DZ (Perris) while still a student, after my very small, non-USPA home DZ closed down. I didn't originally know any women in the sport. I felt a bit alone with my questions (smaller sized rigs, etc) and felt inadequate, in general. DZ.com helped me to meet many others, who could relate. It was after my initial good experience chatting w/ Kelli, that I wanted to reach out to others. Now, I still try to help nervous newbies feel better about their concerns. When I had 20 jumps and had received my "A" license, I posted my first post in "General Skydiving". Then, I posted a few questions in the RW section. I eventually went to Talk Back" as it was called back then, which was mostly because I recognized posters, who were from my home DZ. Finally, during the summer that I broke my ankle, I became a full-fledged postwhore.

If in your edit you are referring to my question about the dog, I still think that it's a very valid question. I didn't say that it was good or bad, but I was curious as to what the hell was happening with the dog. It's not that I think that she's not a good owner, but I have a dog myself. With all the dog foods that have been harming dogs as of late, I was a bit worried. I didn't mention the bad dog foods because she obviously is aware of what she feeds her dog. Ironically, I didn't want to sound accusatory in my post, but I feel that your post made mine seem that way. Anytime someone posts something on DZ.com, conclusions might begin to be formed, especially if someone leaves out crucial information. Every person walking this earth "judges" in some way or another, what other's do, say and even post. Anyone who says that they don't ever "judge"or form an opinion about other's actions is not being honest. I would rather have an opinion, than not, and I don't apologize for asking questions.

I think the verdict is still out . . . Bwahaahaa...you are SO going to HELL!!!

Oh man, I just read the thread! I agree that you should just let her vent. She's upset. There's no reason to throw these things in her face at this time, Squeak. That I agree with 100%, although I'm not talking about ANYONE on this thread at all. (I agree with that thought among skydivers, in genereal.) I also think, Squeak, that you can be a bit hard on people. Still, you've been quite nice to me and a couple of others, when we least expected it. It took me a while to figure you out, but you're ok in my book.

I haven't read the other replies at all, yet; I hope that it's not a mistake to post to you now. I apologize if this sounds rude, but was there a reason why you couldn't tak your dog to get proper medical attention, until Sunday? It was so sick from Wednesday on...it just seems like a long time to wait. I'm glad that your dog is better now. That's too bad that you had to stop your 4-way due to unforeseen expenses, but it happens. That's one of the reasons why many jumpers don't compete. Competing in this sport is such a huge commitment, financially and in every way. Good luck with all, and I hope that the doggie stays healthy!

I agree with you Katee. That is so gross that I don't want to keep eating that particular meal. Aren't people who work in the food industry supposed to wear hair nets?

Happy birthday, gorgeous one! Good luck with your jumps tomorrow. That is so exciting! Love you, Mar!

You look just like Benji, you SFB. One for good luck...

How wonderful...congratulations to all of you. (Great cause!)

I'm not in the air, yet. I'm uncurrent. I'm trying to go on Sunday. Then, I have more papers to finish until Monday is over. I'll call on Tuesday...have a date! Edit: Maybe I'll call on Wednesday, after m Tuesday night "date".