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NONONONO! In this "hypothetical" situation, it wasn't the DZO who did the snatching. Not by a LONG shot. He and his wife are like family to me, and they aren't the kind of people who would create problems like that. Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

A little compassion and understanding in this troubled time goes a long way. Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

FUBIS Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

That's strange. All of the jumpers at our DZ don't seem to have a problem with the BASE jumpers. In fact, there are a growing number of jumpers who are taking up BASE jumping. My girlfriend I would LOVE to BASE jumps, but we figure we should wait until we have about 200 jumps under our belts. Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

Congratulations to you and your wife! Those of us slogging it out in the pits salute you. Seriously, congratulations dude. Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

See, that's the route I was planning on going, save for two reasons: 1) My sweetheart implored me to calm down and let it go (I can't resist her) and 2)The DZO seemed to know these two kids, one guy, one girl (the girl actually having been the one to make the snag), so I decided to let it drop. As long as my gear was back, I was willing to be somewhat magnanimous in my mercy. The NEXT time (I'm stupid enough to turn my back on my gear for more than two seconds), I'm crackin' skulls. Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

See, in this "hypothetical" situation, it was made clear that the missing gear had been appropriated without permission and it was expressed to all present who had done the appropriating. Not in an overly obnoxious or loud manner, but in such a way as to make the two unknowns aware that they were being watched from then on. It's sad too, because I'm so trusting of everyone at our DZ, whether I've met them before or not. This little stunt has made me more conscious of that less-than-honorable element that exists in our world no less than the whuffo world. Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

See, that's the thing. I've sunk myself into paycheck-topaycheck living to enable my new lifestyle. Not that I'm complaining, mind you. It's just that when I want to treat my girlfriend to special night out, I'd rather not be paying 8.5% interest on that evening. Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

Picture, if you will, the following scenario and tell me what your gut reaction would be: You just finished an incredible jump; you remove your helmet and set it down next to your gear that you will shortly be packing, and begin to talk with the other jumpers on that dive. You turn around after a few minutes and your helmet (with brand-new Pro-Dytter), altimeter and goggles are nowhere to be seen; loud, vocal queries turn up nothing but concerned input from people you know, and total lack of interest from two people you have never seen at your DZ before. After searching for fifteen minutes, pulling your back hair out (I shave my head to prevent the pain of ripping my hair from my scalp) thinking you must be losing what little remains of your mind, you begin to search places that your helmet and other items could NEVER be (under the tarp you pack on, bottom of the porta-potties) and become even more vocal in your concerns. Finally, pushed to the limit by the mysterious and total disappearance of your property, you begin to do the unthinkable: search under and around the items of people packing near you, only to discover that the two people you've never seen at your DZ before have decided to use your property without your permission or knowledge to hold down a canopy, and that canopy has been arranged to partially cover your equipment. Is nigh-murderous mayhem justified? Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

The MOMENT that hits the market, I am SO there! I know a few people that could stand to have their bodily wastes involuntarily emptied at the sight of their couch coming alive. Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

Oh darlin'. I read that title in the list and thought to myself, "How much more does this poor woman have to endure?" {{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{HUGS}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}} Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

I started out as the first option, but now I'm finding that food is actually required to sustain life beyond a few weeks. I'm actually (sob) going to have to cut back to just two jumps a weekend if I plan on being able to make it to the Thailand boogie. Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

This will make all of us swoon with the though that it just might be us. Keep it a secret! Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

Oh, that wasn't an acronym. That was me, misspelling "meds". Geez, usually I catch those. Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

See? I never should have brought that up. The nmesd are making me spill things that need to remain frozen in their own time. Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

She loves me She loves me She REALLY loves me (the way I need to be loved). OH! And she bought me a Pro-Dytter for my birthday! She's the best.

Okay, okay! Just remember that I'm neither the originator, nor a current user of this acronym. I suppose I'm just a perpetuator. Fat Ugly Bitches In Spandex THERE! Are you all HAPPY now? Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

Ummm, it uh....it's not a term I'm proud to have used, so I'm not sure I should post it here. PM me and I'll impart the information to you there. Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

Oh...see? Medication making me loopy and causing me to skim posts. In that case, I'll say that if I wasn't already with my perfect partner, I'd pick Shannyn Sossamon. She needs me, she just doesn't know it yet. Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

Dude, that's like asking for a diamond-studded, solid-gold Mercedes. You just can't ASK for that type of gift. I already have my diamond-studded, solid gold Mercedes, and I"m lucky to have her.

Don't get me started on the whole "marriage is a tool" issue. The bottom line is, it's your girlfriend's decision whether or not to shower with you. Push it, and you'll be pushing her away. Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

Nikita? Sabrina? I'd add a few more, but for some reason (medication) I'm stuck on ones that end in "a". Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

It's only TWO? I was under the impression it was three. Man! I need to beat this cold so I can be unmedicated for more than a few hours. Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

Blue4 reminds me of Tron. All you need is a matching fraphat or hard helmet, and you're set. Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.

See, this is one that I should refrain from posting on, since the subject matter is so incendiary...but I can't help myself. My rules are much more sophisticated now than when I was a punk kid who didn't know what he wanted. Back then, my one rule was "No FUBIS". Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school.