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Put it this way. He's done much worse and gotten away with it. He got on the wrong side of a particular greenie (shocking, I know) who decided it was his time. He's gonna be a bit busy starting in 24 hours, so I doubt he'll even notice it.

please stop talking this way I'm finding it hard to keep anything down.

Ok, I'm just fine with Mile Hi doing something to support the community. However, I do feel compelled to point out to those of you who've said, "If you don't like it, go elsewhere" that there IS no place else to go around here. So we either accept what goes on at Mile Hi or we don't jump. Not in Colorado. Those of you who have more than one dz to choose from, appreciate that freedom.

woot! and for most of the responses it's been renamed. My work is done.

Oh gee, don't know if I can make time for that. Think I'll be in Florida hooking up with Cocheese.

Dare I say you just haven't had the finger in that area at the right time?

How you doin'?

Well, he's got the blonde thing going. Don't they make strap on boobies?

Fuck you! I knew you cared!!

You sure? I thought I was sensing some sexual tension between you two.....

Well, maybe you're misinterpreting, Squeak. He could be asking to give you sexual favors. Make that favours.

Well, yeah, if they're cute. Duh.

Well, I could go fuck myself if I choose to, or lots of people have offered to help. I assume that's what they mean when they tell me, "Fuck you!"

Don't worry Ralf, you're in good company.

I'm deadfucking serious. Really.

I for one would appreciate it if you'd stop using the "f" word. If you're not smart enough to come up with some more appropriate words for punctuating your sentences, perhaps you should spend more time reading literature and less time posting online.

Wait! I forgot to add that I did get banned from the bonfire for a few days for calling some people assholes. And not putting the requisite so that I could say what I want and get away with it.

No worries, I paid extra and got video.

I concur.

Discussing it with my daughter was the catalyst for this thread. As I said initially, I've always subscribed to the theory that it's up to those left behind as to what they want to do. As some have mentioned, I'm not going to be around, and funerals and memorial services are for those left behind. Whatever makes them feel better. However, in the event that they'd like specific instructions, I've let it be known what I think would be cool. I've also let it be known that what's the most important is what my daughter feels in her heart she needs/wants to do. I don't know what exactly happens to us when we go*, but I'm pretty damn sure I won't care what happens to the remains of my body afterwards. My family (such as it is) knows me well enough to know that I'd go with the flow, and have no desire to control things once I'm gone from this earth.

Well, I think it would be a bit silly to pretend that people don't die. You'll have to trust me that the conversation was in no way maudlin or upsetting to her. If I were on death's doorstep, it might be a bit more difficult to discuss. And I thought I'd made it clear that though I DON'T care what is done, I've seen cases where it's just been easier for the family not to have to make those decisions for themselves. Not sure how that makes me egotistical, but you are entitled to your opinion.

You know what? I think that might be a really good idea. A new forum: In Case of My Death.....or maybe someone could come up with a less maudlin title. Like, " For those who have loved me...."

Oh absolutely, I'm an organ donor. And I guess, if my whole cadaver would be of use, that'd be fine as well. Perhaps Kylie could burn my skydiving gear and have that tossed out at 12k.

Every day above ground is a good one. That came from a mortician.

Well, it's a reality for all of us. Life IS fatal. So, I told my daughter this tonight. And I just wanted it out there on a public forum. I've always felt like when I die, I really don't care what is done afterwards. I'm gone, it matters nothing to me, so it's more about whatever makes those left behind feel better. But based upon a few recent losses, I think I've come to the conclusion that it might make those that love me (yes, there are actually one or two people that love me) feel better to know what to do when I've left this particular reality. So....I told her, I want an ash dive. I explained to her what it is. And, because I am a cold weather wuss, I told her I'd like it someplace warm. Here in beautiful Colorado would be fine, as long as it's warm at the time. SHE suggested a sunset load, and that seems really beautiful to me. So....when I die, whatever the cause, I'd like my ashes to be scattered into the beautiful blue horizon. Warm, sunny, sunset. Drink afterwards, have some fantastic sex, remember all the crazy shit I did, don't paint me out to be a saint, and do whatever else makes you feel good. My family can provide plenty of compromising photos, and if it's ok with my daughter, it's great with me! Have you let those you love know what you'd want? We're not guaranteed another minute on this earth, skydiving or no, so maybe we need to give it some thought. And get some life insurance.