mmytacism 0 #1 November 21, 2005 Hey, all! I just wanted to say that Ed and I completed our first tandem skydives at Cross Keys yesterday, and it was one of the most amazing experiences of our lives. I'm already checking the weather for this weekend to see if it'd be a good time to schedule my next jump! I can't imagine a better place to have jumped, either. The entire staff at Cross Keys was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and especially friendly and welcoming (not to mention downright hilarious!). Thanks for making our first skydiving experiences truly memorable--and thanks to our amazing instructors, Pancake and Mark, and talented videographers, Jack and Paul, for accompanying us on our jumps! Now, every time I hear a plane soar by, I wish I were hanging out the door. But it won't be long until I'm in the sky again. :) Also, without this forum, we may have been completely discouraged by the whole Skyride ordeal. Thanks, guys, for the support and encouragement to have the time of our lives! See you in the sky, Jessica Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Superman32 0 #2 November 21, 2005 Hello Pickle Lady, I'm glad you had fun and got to witness a good pieing. Now you can understand why we keep throwing ourselves out of those "perfectly good airplanes" Inveniam Viam aut Faciam I'm back biatches! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mmytacism 0 #3 November 21, 2005 That was great! And the next time I show up, it *will* be with a bucket full of chocolate-covered pickles. :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Superman32 0 #4 November 21, 2005 That's just weird Inveniam Viam aut Faciam I'm back biatches! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Superman32 0 #5 November 21, 2005 and gross Inveniam Viam aut Faciam I'm back biatches! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KiwiQ 0 #6 November 22, 2005 It was awesome having you guys at Cross Keys! I never thought I'd find someone else who knew about the Pickle Drop! Hope we see ya' again soon!"...I'm going to feed your fingers to the wolverines..." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tantocoed 0 #7 November 22, 2005 Hey everyone! I echo Jessica's comments regarding Cross Keys. We had a fantastic first jump. We owe so many thanks to the incredible staff there that words cannot begin to describe. They made us feel 100% comfortable, safe, and happy with our first skydive ever. They were very patient with us, answering our questions, showing us what we needed to do, etc. Everyone was so understanding, too, about us having been scammed. They knew how upset we were about the situation, so we further thank them for their kindness. We ALREADY have booked another skydive for Saturday at 1! It will be a bit colder, but we'll bundle up. That was quite a pie show! I thought she was just going to get one big pie in the face, but the show that was put on was awesome. Jessica and I are already bracing for what she and I will get at our 100th jump. We plan to do all of our jumps together, so I guess Cross Keys will have their work cut out for them! I didn't expect to talk about pickles, either, but that was cool! I wouldn't want to jump at a location where everything is tense and strict. Sure, everyone at Cross Keys was on the ball with things, but still, everyone's goal was for their jumpers to have FUN. Jessica and I definitely were able to obtain a ton of much needed fun and excitement as a result of Cross Keys. Thanks to all involved who made November 20, 2005 a very memorable day in the lives and best friendship of me and Jessica, and we'll see you again Saturday! -Ed Just one question to those from Cross Keys - we didn't get a chance to check out the store there. We will eventually buy jumpsuits at some point, for not only clothes protection, but also for a bit of help in keeping warm in cold weather. I do have a couple of one piece coveralls that she and I could wear, but they're not actual skydiving suits (a little bit thicker than skydiving suits). Do you sell them or have any available for rent? I know they can be a bit of an investment, so I was trying to get an idea for [near] future reference. Thanks! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CSpenceFLY 1 #8 November 22, 2005 In reguards to protection from the cold....MOVE SOUTH!!! . Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mmytacism 0 #9 November 23, 2005 *All* of our jumps together? That's ambitious, heh. We are going to try to finish our training together. But I'm really open to jumping with anyone. :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kelpdiver 2 #10 November 23, 2005 QuoteJust one question to those from Cross Keys - we didn't get a chance to check out the store there. We will eventually buy jumpsuits at some point, for not only clothes protection, but also for a bit of help in keeping warm in cold weather. I do have a couple of one piece coveralls that she and I could wear, but they're not actual skydiving suits (a little bit thicker than skydiving suits). Do you sell them or have any available for rent? I know they can be a bit of an investment, so I was trying to get an idea for [near] future reference. Thanks! They *should* be provided to students through the completion of AFF. At that point, some DZs continue to allow use, others rent. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tantocoed 0 #11 November 23, 2005 Haha, if I become a millionaire, I'd do that. Heck, I could live next door to a center, or any other form of thrill-seeking recreation. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mmytacism 0 #12 November 23, 2005 QuoteIt was awesome having you guys at Cross Keys! I never thought I'd find someone else who knew about the Pickle Drop! Hope we see ya' again soon! Thanks, Kylie! It was great meeting you! Mr. Pickle fans unite! We'll see you soon! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tantocoed 0 #13 November 23, 2005 I thought years ago, the story of the Philadelphia Eagles drinking pickle juice was a bit out of the ordinary, until I heard about your and Jessica's stories! Thanks again for the laughs and the good time! -Ed Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The_Don 0 #14 November 23, 2005 So you had fun did you?? Now you are hooked ! See ya in Dublin... and kickass in AFF ! GO ! GO GO! I am NOT being loud. I'm being enthusiastic! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tantocoed 0 #15 November 23, 2005 Well, of course, me too -- haha, I've only told a few people so far that I've made my first jump, and some of them have freaked out! But anyway, I'll jump with anyone who's open to fun! Even if I ever had to go alone, it'd still be worth it! If we do hit 100 jumps together, it'll be a race to see who gets hit with the pies first! I'll get you good! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jb092 0 #16 November 23, 2005 Hey Jessica Glad you had a good time on Sunday!!!! See you again! Jack What could possibly go wrong? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Superman32 0 #17 November 23, 2005 QuoteIt was awesome having you guys at Cross Keys! Thank you, I had fun too. I think I'll definitely go back again. Inveniam Viam aut Faciam I'm back biatches! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mmytacism 0 #18 November 23, 2005 Jack! Thanks again for the video/pictures! You rock. I can't wait for the DVD to arrive (does anyone actually own a VCR anymore?) See you soon! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
