masterrig

It happens because the Grammys aren't selected by those who buy the music, they're selected by a board. Edit to add: ...and yes, you're right... the little fat one does need to shut the hell up...

Maybe not many stations have actually taken them off the play list? Maybe radio stations are not that important anymore in spreading new music? _____________________________________ That, very well could be. I do know, a lot of Texas radio stations quit playing their music. Some of the smaller stations have eased-up a bit and started playing their music. Entertainers are just that... entertainers. I know, we have freedom of speech and all but, I just don't care what Brad and Angela, TuPac, Hanoi Jane or any other entainer thinks about politics or which toothpaste to use. Just do their job... entertain! Chuck

_____________________________ Hear, hear! Chuck

You aren't reading between the dots ________________________________ Who's agitating my dots? Are you agitating my dots? Chuck

What amazes me is, the 'Chicks', just won 5-Grammy's!? How does this happen when radio stations are not playing their music? I just wish that entertainers would keep their political opinions and over-blown egoes to themselves. The 'Chicks' have a ton of talent and I like their music but, like I said once before... The little fat one needs to shut-up! Chuck

Looks fine, to me. Chuck

_________________________________ I had a closing pin very similar to that on my first rig (Classiflyer)! Chuck

You know... don't you? Chuck

Hiiiiii-dee-Ho! Chuck

Lotta truth, right there. I have no idea, who I'll vote for. I want to give this thing a little mor time. Just to see who shoves their foot in their mouth the deepest, who can tell the biggest lies and who can be the biggest dumbass. Right now, Obama just looks like a cool breeze in the desert. Chuck

One COULD say exactly the same about a book review. A review of Mein Kampf or Das Kapital can be made to sound quite reasonable. _______________________________ I'll be damned! I guess, a turd can be polished! Chuck And shellacked. __________________________________ Ain't that the truth! Chuck

It is unfortunate that two people (at least) who believe that tickets are for sale also feel that there is only pain to be gained by outing the offenders. Still, I stick strongly to my view that it is ones moral obligation to protect the innocent victims here. I would feel pretty bad if I didn't "out" the DPRE for this and somebody got hurt. At the very least couldn't you talk to the DPRE and let them know you believe there is a serious issue here? If they know they are under the spotlight they might change their ways. _______________________________ In this case, it's a long story, too long to tell here but, to sum it up, he was totally arrogant and a jerk about it. His response to me was; "I'm a God-damned Master Rigger!" I turned to the FAA and their response was basically that of they had never had any complaints on him before. I worked with him for 3-years at a little dirt strip DZ and learned from him all the 'wrong' ways. I was a Senior Rigger at the time. I got the hell away from him and went-out on my own. I reported his 'crappy' work to the FAA as well as manufacturers. An example of some of his work was a leg-strap repair where he over-lapped the leg-strap webbing and sewed it with 'FF' thread and some wavy-gravy stitch pattern (I'd never seen)! When the rig got to my shop, I reported it to the manufacturer as well as the FAA... nothing was done. I think, the guy has finally 'retired'... We can only hope. I thought, I was doing the right thing but, I got a real good shot of reality. Chuck

Good for you! That shows determination and drive. There's nothing wrong with what you are doing. In this day and age, it's rather admirable. All the best to you. chuck

One COULD say exactly the same about a book review. A review of Mein Kampf or Das Kapital can be made to sound quite reasonable. _______________________________ I'll be damned! I guess, a turd can be polished! Chuck

I read and heard the story. How gullible and stupid does he think people are? I guess, as gullible and stupid as he is. The people running their 'con game' found a way to make money. The whole thing is really funny. P.T. Barnum was right! Chuck

But many do. Davinci gets my nomination for the weekly Missing the Point contest. Seconded! ____________________________ All in favor... say 'Aye'! Those opposed... Chuck

Profits for the defense industry? _____________________________ BINGO! Chuck Free Enterprise? ____________________________ With a bit of pressure, thrown-in! Chuck

Allen can be contacted through his web-site: Silver Parachute.com Chuck

That is a very extreme statement. In my world, if I thought I knew such DPREs, I would feel morally obligated to do something about it. Lives are at stake. So, what you gonna do? This isn't a case of gossip about people's private lives, this is a case where you clearly state that there is a serious, life threatening, breach of safety. The FAA wants to know, and so do I. _____________________________________ Been there... tried that! The FAA, is more interested in aircraft related things rather than parachute related things. DPRE's, seem to hold some kind of 'power' in the eyes of the FAA. The FAA, seems to prefer that we riggers handle our problems amongst ourselves. Leastwise, that's been my experience. Chuck

Problem is I can think of atleast 3 DPRE's that would do that. ________________________________ You too? I thought I was the only one who knew one of 'those' ! Chuck

I asked PD about this topic: Their answer: "Hi Marian - thanks for contacting us with your questions and your interest in our products. Most people prefer to go with light colors like white, light blue and yellow (hence what we keep in stock), and they do pack slightly smaller than say a black reserve - but the difference is small." So, even a parachute fabric manufacturer says the opposite I trust PD (guess who has more experience in *packing* parachutes, PD or the fabric factory...) ____________________________________ There ya' Go! Chuck

Me either. I think, she was wanting to do one thing with her life but, other people had other ideas. Billy beat me to it but, I see some similarities with Marylin Monroe. Kinda' sad, when you think about it. Chuck

_________________________________ I've been wondering this same thing since her son died. Hubby Howard sure looks the likely suspect. Let's see how this plays-out. Chuck

___________________________________ Not yet! The U.S. Supreme Court said, she could continue her 'fight' in a California court. Since her late husband's son died, her case may have been easier. Is anyone looking at Howard K. Stern????????? Anna's son died... Howard and Anna get married. Now, Anna is dead. Lots of questions here. Chuck

I think, her chances seem better than a whole bunch of those other contestants. So far, things are looking mediocre to poor. Chuck