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Interestingly enough, there was no blistering or bruising. Behold the power of my resilient ass! I know it was all in good clean(?) fun. Love ya, momma.

Cora and I are seriously considering going, my friend. Keep us in the loop on this. 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.

You mean to tell me you don't remember Lucky doing a freakin' Pulp Fiction on my backside? Edited to add: Marianne did ncfitzge. Does that help? 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 reminds me, I'd better wear my video helmet to his class. 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.

And that was only the tip of the iceberg for our bonfire shenanigans. If you want to know how it sort of ground to a halt on Friday night, ask Gia. 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.

Darla, your dog loves me. 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.

Witness it? I encouraged it. And now I DO remember meeting you! As more of the fog recedes, I'm finding that I met more cool, friendly people than I ever have in my life. 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'll tell you something, Will, your smiling face and friendly attitude brings out the best in all of us. Thanks for putting up with our weird accents. 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.

Hey there, chica. Am I mistaken, or did we wind up not getting to meet each other at Dublin? Dubya Tee Eff, over? And I merely meant that Chris needed to increase the quantity of HIS love. 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.

What Chris said. Times two. 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.

Here's my take, or at least the initial mental meanderings, of that wonderful event. Obbie, I'll be adding your name to the SB list, and I'll save you a jump the next time we meet up. Thanks for the shirt, even if you had to carry it around for a couple dozen hours while you looked for my wayward self. 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 noticed that too, but I was hoping he'd catch them all himself. He tends to get a bit caustic if I spend too much time correcting him. 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.

You're right, that balloon picture ROCKS! 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 tell you what, Will, if I were there, I'd have more than a few beers with you, my friend. It was wonderful getting to meet you and spend some time hanging out. I have video of one of your helicopter exits, so I'll have to pull that down and send it to you. You're one of a kind, Will, and I'm glad I got to meet you. Cora sends her very best, and we both hope to see you again in the very near future. 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.

You're exactly right! Thank you Don for everything you did to keep everything running so that we could all enjoy such an awesome 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.

Wait, I thought you and I met under the registration tent Saturday 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.

Oh my...you know he'll be unable to focus on anything but those beautiful eyes if you're in attendance. 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'll bet you're right...he's mighty silent in messenger right 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.

You know, I was thinking the same thing. I'll pay, I just don't want to worry about grades. 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 Chris dude isn't much, but that guy from Lansing/Sheboygan is one cool cat. 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.

Count me in. And I promise not to heckle, even if you use colloquialisms that only locals can comprehend. 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.

Speaking of Billo, I hope his ass is ok. I think I spanked him kind of hard. I was enjoying it. Not as much as the person who broke the paddle. 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, I'm feeling slighted here. You met ME. And I've been known to say hello to Chris and Andrea a time or two. My goodness, where to start... Spence my friend, I don't envy the position you're in. Having to organize and maintain an event of that magnitude is a task worthy of skydiver sainthood, and you pulled it off with more than a modicum of grace and civility. One of the many things I'm humbled by with regards to this event is your efforts in keeping everything flowing as smoothly as possible, and nobody in attendance can deny that you did exactly that. Julie and the rest of the hard working registration folks, those smiling faces and nearly impenetrable polite and friendly demeanor constantly exhibited by all of you was the key in the door of this event. Without your constant attention to the task at hand this boogie could have been a completely different, and distinctly less appealing, animal. Thanks for the constant smiles in the face of so many personalities and attitudes. (Now know why most people give general thank you comments that cover everyone) Chuck, thanks for the help and advice with the flying of my Challenger. I wish we had been able to have that high-speed dock with the hangar on video, but I'm sure there will be many more WHAM's in my future with that plane. I think your most memorable advice was "don't fly over the million-dollar aircraft". Katie, I'm sorry your voice gave out on you, but to see your smiling face at Dublin was a treat. You really do spoil me. And yes, as soon as you want to jump that Nitro, it will be at your disposal. Love ya, kiddo. Nate, the tent was a huge success, and I think that everyone involved appreciates how much effort you put into making that happen. Thanks again for taking the time to get everything organized. Lisamarie, it was great meeting you and finally putting a face to the posts. Hopefully you had a great time jumping and being silly with the rest of us. Psychobob. If there's a more amiable and accepting skydiver out there, we'd be hard pressed to find them. Thanks for sharing your stories and your punch. Beezy my friend, expect to see a check in the next few days. I absolultely LOVE that Nitro. I'm looking forward to dialing it in completely, but the performance I'm getting out of it now honestly exceeded my expectations. Thanks for letting me demo it, as well as being there to answer all my questions. Send me that banner and I'll post it on sonicbeef.com. Fitz, we'll be seeing you at Raeford soon, and hopefully at the Summer Solstice Boogie in Alaska. It was great hanging out with you this weekend. Cora and I met so many wonderful people on this trip that it will be difficult to remember them all, let alone do them justice in this post. Lee, glad to finally meet you. You have an infectious energy and laugh that makes people all around you smile. No matter what the rest of the jealous fat bastards say, that's priceless. Obbie (RastaRican), it's good to finally be a member of the family, but I had to pay extra for overnight shipping on my new ass. Oh, and your wife is an adorable sweetheart. You two make a great couple. Lucky, I love you but the ghost of my-ass-past is reserving judgement. Kristi, I'm sorry we didn't get to make a jump together. Hopefully we'll meet up again soon and remedy that. Regardless, it was wonderful to meet you. You're an absolute sweetheart. Jello-J, Beth, Hans, Carl, Bob, Clint, Lisa (Mouth), Icon (Karma's such a sweetie), Team Licious, Peanut, Brandon (I'm envious of the 7-day party, my friend), the guys from EG Skysuits, Lurker Joe (where's that thread, huh?), Sean (The Condo), Pops, Shannon, Jennifer (teamjenn1), Yardhippie, Jake and Casie, Danielle, Guido (even though I see you almost every weekend), Billo, Team Mandarin and everyone else I'll remember as the fog recedes from my head, you all made this trip one that I personally will never forget. The amount of good vibes at that airport were enough to keep a grin plastered on my face all the way home. Some things are best left unsaid publicly, but not this: Chris, my partner in Dublin bonfire shenanigans, as well as the best freefly coach I've had the pleasure of working with, and Andrea, my own personal load organizer and boogie-confidant, both of you hold special places in my heart. Thank you for...well, for being you. The rest is there, in our memories of a wonderful time together. Thanks to everyone present. This was the best time I've ever had. 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.

Yes, I believe that was after that landing we have an understanding about. But it's understandable how you might have been a bit distracted, what with jumping with Chris and I. And you are absolutely correct: Chris really IS the bomb. Most especially because he'll deny all of this perceived greatness emphatically. 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 was great meeting you Nate. Thank you for all your work in getting out tent paid for and organized. Hope you had a good birthday. 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.