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That has nothing to do with condoms. What about bites and scratches from beaks, claws, hooves, etc.? You could catch all sorts of things before even getting your pants off.... A disgusting thought, no matter what the subject of their attention has been...

Come one, Dave! Do you honestly expect me to believe there is any intelligent life between the Mississippi River and the San Andreas Fault?

That requires way more shots from a doctor afterwards than I am willing to get.

You teaching "Advanced Topics in Animal Husbandry" again?

Partly, it depends on your personal definition of "special quality". People that skydive have taken a big step out of the mainstream by participating in the activity. But I don't know that just that difference is enough to make such a diverse group of people into a family. Sadly, there are still egomaniacs, jerks, cliques, backstabbing and cruelty within the skydiving world. Like the whuffo world, you just need to find the place that is comfortable for you.

Go back and read more carefully.

BOOBIES!

You have some superfluous components in your equation. It should be: Alcohol + Shotgun = Bad Idea Since alcohol will always be around, perhaps this is yet another example of why gun control could save lives. Flame away, but first, tell it to the dead guy...

Either that, or take away their beloved firearms. Sad that someone died of something so stupid.

True. Especially if you are looking for clothes because you aren't wearing any. That would work every time. Of course, there might be some delay in finding clothing...

I lived for almost 4 years with no television. I liked not having a tv in my apartment. Then I got married and there is no way my wife was going without it. I rarely watch tv now, and mostly it is while I am giving my daughter a bottle or trying to rock her to sleep. I don't watch any of the major networks, and don't particularly enjoy the news or sitcoms. When I do get sucked in, it is usually one of the following channels: The History Channel The Food Network The Discovery Channel What are your favorite TV channels?

I think Chuck summed it up pretty well. Hell, if I ever get hauled out of a bad situation by any vounteer or bystander, I'd be happy they tried, even if the end result was that I died in the end.

I could do without McD's, except I'm a sucker for fries.

True, but I've just been pondering diet and exercise a lot since I've gradually increased my wingloading on the same canopy and unintentionally turned my jumpsuit into a tight fastfaller suit.

That advice has nothing to do with having a heart attack. We should all do it.

Never. But it takes good logic and reasoning skills to twist them and distort them to fit your goals. I work at a law firm, as the IT guru. I think I have a better deal going than the lawyers. Like they have time to postwhore on DZ.com...

Glad you pulled through! I don't have any specific advice, but your attitude and willpower have to be big players in your recovery. Seems like you are good in that department. Other than that, be patient with things and make sure you get good medical advice. Blue Skies!

I can admit it. I did get a little tired after the third time.

She must be a masochist. Or does she have a mental disorder?

Clay, so the Cliff Notes version of your date was, "I struck out."

I'm talking about satisfying me. After all, it's all about me, right? Besides, your wife had nothing but rave reviews of my performance anyway. Two can play at this, moose boy.

Nope, I'd want to see them someplace more private, where I could strip down and join in without being disturbed. So there!

Having read the whole thread, I'll go back and answer the original question... Sure, I'd skydive with a gay jumper. It doesn't make a difference. I'd skydive with Clay, and he is into sheep. I'd skydive with Remster and he likes the occasional moose. We aren't even sure what Skreamer likes anymore. All joking aside, it is really moot. The reasons I wouldn't jump with someone include them being unsafe and generally being an jerk. If I don't like someone, I won't jump with them, but there are plenty of straight people that fit that bill also. Sexual orientation is moot, as is race, among other things. I agree with what people have said about normal behavior as well. I mean "normal" in the sense of being generally polite, respectful and tactful, rather than as any reference to orientation. I don't want to see any couple (or group) in a sexual squirming pile in the middle of the packing area when lots of people are wandering by. However, I have no problem with them going someplace more private. Great for them, whatever they are going to do.

Right...... That is how it always starts.

Ouch. That was brutal!