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Not me. Would have replied sooner, but I didn't want to waste my coffee break on the computer. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

Dave left? Bummer. When did that happen? Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

Could not agree more. Nothing scarier to me than to see two people just off AFF, who opt for a two-way freefly ("We're gonna go out and do a sit-fly jump.") with each other. The best that can happen is they don't learn any bad habits. If I might pontificate, I believe it is a reflection of the times we are in: instant gratification. Every situation most young people see today can be presented, a solution determined, and resolution reached, all within a half an hour, 22 minutes without commercials. If they go out and do a sitfly jump, they feel they have accomplished something, put the check in the box, and tell everyone, "I had an awesome sitfly jump." Been there and done that in a minimum amount of time. If they opt to go the RW route, they may take 50 jumps or (easily) more, to get the hang of transitioning to the second point, doing a back-in, completing a compressed maneuver without spinning the entire formation, dive to a formation... The feeling of accomplishment is delayed and thus contrary to the immediacy to which we have become accustomed. I have nothing but the greatest respect for those just off student status who decide to go the RW route first. It is a long and expensive path. And I am really not surprised that more people are choosing an alternate course. I think that will be the biggest hurdle to implement a plan like yours. It's a great idea, but many will not be willing to put in the time and money to complete it. The money (food for the beast) will walk, and the DZO's will see that. I'm guessing here, but I bet those with a thriving student business will oppose it. And that's a shame. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

He left Hawaii to go to Iraq. And then he failed at a job which has, as its primary job description, "Hang out and remain alive as long as you can". You gotta feel for the guy. Things just aren't breaking for him. Wonder why I don't remember seeing the "Human Shield" booth at career day in high school? Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

Have you checked the wx forecast for Deland: Looks like you can have Coors and corn flakes for breakfast. Course you can always try sacrificing a virgin to the wx gods. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

I thought Siskel and Ebert did him in after viewing Cutaway. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

First jump - T-10 Main First owned - Para-Commander First square owned - StratoCloud Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

If you've ever been in a unit which has lost an aircraft, you can understand the impact. It's not just people with whom you work, it's family. I'm in a small service and every fatality hits home. Condolences to all during a difficult period.

After watching a dirt dive: "So, you do things like synchronized swimmers up there?" I told her we liked to think of ourselves more like ice dancers. More butch. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

Wonder why just one? How about a new beer icon? flyhi

I'm always surprised at the number of people who wear rings when they jump. If you know what the word deglove (not for the squeamish)means, you probably wouldn't do it. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

Let me know when the Ambassador to Hawaii resigns. I think I'll volunteer for that overseas post. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

Common sense is the sense that tells us the earth is flat. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

Just watched Saving Private Ryan on HBO/Cinemax (whatever), and didn't realize it before, but Vin was in that movie. Best movie he will probably ever be in, and no one will remember it. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

Guess the kegs are there already, huh? Good luck to all, wish I could be there. Sounds like fun. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

Not sure if he was serious, but here's half the answer. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

Skybytch in California gets her's before me, and I live less than 100 miles from where it is published. I would say the postal carrier (mail person?) is reading mine, but I'm not sure he can. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

If you're serious, sign the petition and make the holiday official. Personally, I think they should make the day after St Patty's Day a holiday. O'flyhi

Got about a hundred on them. Actually owned my own Para-Commander. And that really was enough. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

Just think how much better you would have felt if you had used the 21-year old stuff. 440:2:1 440 - Miles driven to get in the two. 1 = First jump @ Skydive City (Z-Hills). Planned to buy it and bring it to the DZ, but there is some rule about not selling beer before 7:00 AM at Walmart. Sam W., what are you thinking? Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

Winter or Summer? Airborne (winter) Ranger Aviator Corps of Engineers Alternate Service! Baywatch! Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

Bill, you totally missed it. I see this as nothing more than banter between two groups. It's not even close to insulting shots across the bow. No flames erupted and no irate comments were posted. Next time maybe you shouldn't be so quick to admit how screwed up your countrymen are. Sometimes, just sometimes, we really aren't. BTW, I agree that every mass produced beer in this country is like sex in a canoe, but I would be more than willing to stack Sierra Nevada Celebration Ale against any beer in the world. We are learning from the world (including Canada) and I whole heartedly thank each and every one of you for those lessons. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

If you truly feel that way, then how about keeping all of your 45-mph-(72 kph)left-lane-driving, mud-and-salt-encrusted-car- (Is there no where to wash them between the border and Florida?) owning, back-seat-stuffed-to-the-roof, "cheap"-cigarette-buying, "back-home-it-was-two-degrees-this-morning, eh"-quoting, mullet-wearing-hockey-player-adoring snowbirds out of Florida. Oh yeah, apology accepted. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

I hit a flatflyer and my head came off...I think. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

If I knew they had good beer, I would say Brazil. If not, somewhere good in the Caribbean, like Aruba, St. Maarten, St Bart, or Martinique. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.