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    Hmm, Lighter whites that can and should be consumed cool to cold: Talus Pinot Grigio, some Chenin Blancs, Vendange Chardonnay, some Muscat Canelli's (Arciero used to do one). Jeff
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    Thank you all for the advice. Looks like I will do a little more research on some of the other DZ's in my area. Lodi would be very convenient because I am only nine miles away from the DZ. But, safety and proper training followed by my budget are my concerns. So, I will do some more checkin'. Dang, I am anxious to get started...
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    Ah, thanks....Learning already.
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    Opinions/Advice would be appreciated. Keep in mind, I am skydiving ignorant but looking forward to learning. I am on a budget: Lodi's (I live in Lodi) AFF is $1000 and their S/L is $500 Perris' AFF price (I believe) is $300. The Questions: On average, how long does AFF take? Would it be worth it for me to drive 7 hours to Perris, find someone to stay with (hopefully) and take the AFF course? Or, should I just stay here and go the S/L route? Jeffrey
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    I have only done a couple of tandems (starting S/L next week). Most of the people at my work were surprised when I told them (I am kind of a quiet person) but they think it is cool. Some don't so I just don't talk to them about it, don't feel like hearing them give me crap about it. My boss thinks I am a nut but at the same time, he doesn't hold it against me either. However, if I was going to a job interview I would not say anything until after I was hired.
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    Great Pic Aggie, made me laugh 3 MORE DAYS 'FORE MY TANDEM.... Jeffrey
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    So sad!!

    StearmanR985 replied to pa2themd's topic in The Bonfire

    Coming from someone who has had to say "goodbye" some family in recent years , my heart goes out to you. But remember, though it may be difficult at times, try to carry on with a smile because I am sure that is what your friend would have wanted. I know that is what my brother wanted for me. Jeffrey
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    Took me 11 minutes to get to work this morning instead of the usual 9. Damn truck. OK, I apologize but I just couldn't resist rubbing it in to you guys a bit....Please forgive me for my rudeness. Jeff
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    I am just a hacker. But I do play dollar skins or for BEER, my game doesn't warrant any other betting. Besides, I can't play ya for a rig, I haven't even started my S/L yet. Jeff
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    No, no, no. HH said "SPORT." Ouch baby, very ouch.
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    These are some great stories of inspiration for one (me) who will hopefully be starting S/L shortly. Now I can see that I should just relax and enjoy my time learning. Not like it is a competition on how fast I can get certified right? Jeff
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    Please don't kick me out of DZ but..... I like to play golf. Jeffrey
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    Thank you all for your help! I will be going the static route due to $$$ defficiencies so hopefully the ears will adjust over time. If not, well hell, they're only ears.... Bye for now, Jeffrey
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    I am hoping to start my training soon at the Parachute Center in Lodi [:) But...... My ears are quite sensitive to the rapid altitude changes (i have had ear trouble since I was a child). Don't want to gross anyone out here, but after my last tandem jump I got a bit of fluid behind my ear drums for a few days, ouch . Any advice? I asked my doctor about it, he suggested I pursue a different hobby....Wrong answer! Any help would be greatly appreciated. Jeffrey
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    Sounds excellent! Hope all goes your way. I may try to take up both hobbies at the same time, may have to sell my first born to pay for it though... Actually, I have decided to take up the skydiving first. I am hoping to start as soon as work slows down, about a week or two. Jeffrey
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    Hello, I have done a few tandem jumps at the Parachute Center in Lodi. I am considering taking up skydiving as a hobby. Problem is I want to fly as well, if only my budget would allow for both..... Anyhow, great site!! I am out, Jeffrey