skylord 1 #1 March 7, 2004 All, It looks like I'm all clear to jump once again. Did a tandem this past week just to make sure, doc says I'm good to go on my own. Look for more AFF adventures from skylord this week! AFF-6 here I come! Thanks to Lob, Shark, Javier, Darcy, Michelle, Doug, Yo yo, Rosa, Marie, Greg the Jello Shooter man, the rest of the Elsinore gang, and the dz.commers for your support. Lob took me on my test tandem, and let me do a front flip exit, and fly the freefall on my own. 360s left and right. Lock on, wave, pull. A fun jump, very fun, but jumping on your own is better. Made an ass landing since the winds were zero, and once down I told Lob it felt so romantic on the grass there that we should just order up a picnic basket of wine, cheese, and crackers right there. He laughed, and signed my logbook. It was such a release just to get back in the air again. The skills returned second nature thanks to the great initial training. I look forward to updating all of you on my progress, and look out, I'll be on my own very soon!!!! BobBob Marks "-when you leave the airplane its all wrong til it goes right, its a whole different mindset, this is why you have system redundancy." Mattaman Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redramdriver 0 #2 March 7, 2004 Sounds like a wonderful day was had by all involved. Welcome back. Blue onesSo, you bring your beer? Its 5 o'clock somewhere POPS #9344 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shark 0 #3 March 8, 2004 Dude, I'll be in all week. Let me know what day you plan to come out. Welcome back! Shark Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skyyhi 0 #4 March 8, 2004 Glad to hear it was such a success. . .and glad to have you back in the sky. Look forward to more stories as you work through your AFF. . .sorry I never posted the stories about my weekend of jumping for my license. . . Get busy and get done. . .we gotta get some jumps in. . .________________________________________ Take risks not to escape life… but to prevent life from escaping. ~ A bumper sticker at the DZ FGF #6 Darcy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rjf98 0 #5 March 8, 2004 Welcome back man. Rich Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Casurf1978 0 #6 March 8, 2004 Welcome BACK! I was grounded this last weekend, slight ear infection. I'll be out there this weekend either sat or sunday, hope to see you there. Javier Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shark 0 #7 March 8, 2004 QuoteWelcome BACK! I was grounded this last weekend, slight ear infection. I'll be out there this weekend either sat or sunday, hope to see you there. Javier ...and remember we cannot put the A license stamp until you deliver the beer. (As mandated by the S&TA.) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jahk 0 #8 March 9, 2004 Welcome back! I loved your posts about your AFF jumps. I read them as I was contemplating my own impending AFF, and they gave me a preview of what I had to look forward to. AFF 6 was my favorite. I didn't get the hang of front flips even after 2 tries, but back flips were a kick! And, finding myself on my back and recovering without any problems 2 times gave me a big infusion of confidence. My instructor told me he was pleased that I was able to recover easily from any instability I'd gotten myself into. Oh, I missed something in here. If it's not too personal, what sort of medical problems did you have? Was it the vertigo you developed? Judith _______________________________________________Imelda Marcos just wanted some cute shoes that didn't make her feet hurt. Why's that so hard to understand? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skylord 1 #9 March 9, 2004 Shark, I was hoping to come out Thursday or Friday, but I'm stuck in Reno then at the "Women in Aviation" conference. I'm in Seattle right now. I may be able to peel away from that and show up. If not, I may not be able to make it out until Sunday or Monday. Looking forward to it! BobBob Marks "-when you leave the airplane its all wrong til it goes right, its a whole different mindset, this is why you have system redundancy." Mattaman Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skylord 1 #10 March 9, 2004 Darcy, You got it! I loved this last jump. I want to get done as fast as time and pocketbook permit!! Save a jump for me! BobBob Marks "-when you leave the airplane its all wrong til it goes right, its a whole different mindset, this is why you have system redundancy." Mattaman Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skylord 1 #11 March 9, 2004 QuoteWelcome back man. Rich Rich, Great to be back. I miss your smart ass comments BobBob Marks "-when you leave the airplane its all wrong til it goes right, its a whole different mindset, this is why you have system redundancy." Mattaman Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skylord 1 #12 March 9, 2004 QuoteWelcome BACK! I was grounded this last weekend, slight ear infection. I'll be out there this weekend either sat or sunday, hope to see you there. Javier Javier, Probably a less severe type of the same thing I had. I'm all better now! BobBob Marks "-when you leave the airplane its all wrong til it goes right, its a whole different mindset, this is why you have system redundancy." Mattaman Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skylord 1 #13 March 9, 2004 Hi Judith, Thanks for your interest and concern. More stories on the way. Yes, it was all due to the vertigo problems. I had the initial, and EXTREMELY severe reaction in Kauai, and then developed a kick ass head cold with an associated inner ear infection. I had two more very minor bouts over the next three weeks, but they went away with the cold. I am much better now, and I'm glad I took the time to make sure I'm 100%. I think that was a wise decision. Glad to hear of your progress! Keep in touch! BobBob Marks "-when you leave the airplane its all wrong til it goes right, its a whole different mindset, this is why you have system redundancy." Mattaman Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rjf98 0 #14 March 9, 2004 QuoteQuote Yes, it was all due to the vertigo problems. I had the initial, and EXTREMELY severe reaction in Kauai, and then developed a kick ass head cold with an associated inner ear infection. I had two more very minor bouts over the next three weeks, but they went away with the cold. If you're scared say you're scared. Since you missed 'em Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skyyhi 0 #15 March 9, 2004 Quote may not be able to make it out until Sunday or Monday. Looking forward to it! Sunday is my birthday Bob. . .so if you make it out you have to have a cold one for me. . .I don't think I will be out this weekend. . .but if you are in town on the 20th, I will DEFINITELY be in the sky that day. . . QuoteSave a jump for me! Anytime dude. . .________________________________________ Take risks not to escape life… but to prevent life from escaping. ~ A bumper sticker at the DZ FGF #6 Darcy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skylord 1 #16 March 9, 2004 If you're scared say you're scared. Since you missed 'em*** That's it! Ass whooping on the way! I guess some people just have to be "taught" respect... Are they still handing out the unlimited AFF repeat coupons at Elsinore?? BobBob Marks "-when you leave the airplane its all wrong til it goes right, its a whole different mindset, this is why you have system redundancy." Mattaman Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skyyhi 0 #15 March 9, 2004 Quote may not be able to make it out until Sunday or Monday. Looking forward to it! Sunday is my birthday Bob. . .so if you make it out you have to have a cold one for me. . .I don't think I will be out this weekend. . .but if you are in town on the 20th, I will DEFINITELY be in the sky that day. . . QuoteSave a jump for me! Anytime dude. . .________________________________________ Take risks not to escape life… but to prevent life from escaping. ~ A bumper sticker at the DZ FGF #6 Darcy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skylord 1 #16 March 9, 2004 If you're scared say you're scared. Since you missed 'em*** That's it! Ass whooping on the way! I guess some people just have to be "taught" respect... Are they still handing out the unlimited AFF repeat coupons at Elsinore?? BobBob Marks "-when you leave the airplane its all wrong til it goes right, its a whole different mindset, this is why you have system redundancy." Mattaman Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KrisFlyZ 0 #17 March 9, 2004 QuoteAll, The skills returned second nature thanks to the great initial training. Bob Yeah it is much like riding a bicycle. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skylord 1 #18 March 10, 2004 QuoteQuote may not be able to make it out until Sunday or Monday. Looking forward to it! Sunday is my birthday Bob. . .so if you make it out you have to have a cold one for me. . .I don't think I will be out this weekend. . .but if you are in town on the 20th, I will DEFINITELY be in the sky that day. . . QuoteSave a jump for me! Anytime dude. . . First off, happy birthday you A Licensed goddess, you! Sorry you can't be there while I kick Rich's ass for his smart aleck comments!! From the 18th until the 30th, I'm in Hong Kong. I'm jumping before then to get off student status. I have time after that, and here I come! All kidding aside, the support I've gotten is incredible. Thanks to all, go get 'em Darcy! BobBob Marks "-when you leave the airplane its all wrong til it goes right, its a whole different mindset, this is why you have system redundancy." Mattaman Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VanillaSkyGirl 6 #19 March 10, 2004 QuoteSorry you can't be there while I kick Rich's ass for his smart aleck comments!! Ooooo...Bob is gonna kick Rich's ass!?! I wanna see THAT!!! Btw Bob, welcome back to the friendly skies. I can't wait to read more of your stories...lol. Also, when you eventually get your license, you and I are doing an awesome 2-way together!!! ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skylord 1 #20 March 10, 2004 QuoteQuoteSorry you can't be there while I kick Rich's ass for his smart aleck comments!! Ooooo...Bob is gonna kick Rich's ass!?! I wanna see THAT!!! Btw Bob, welcome back to the friendly skies. I can't wait to read more of your stories...lol. Also, when you eventually get your license, you and I are doing an awesome 2-way together!!! ~ Yep, you're on Rosa, and maybe I'll hold off on kicking Rich's ass until our two way. That will give him a little time to run away from Elsinore and the chance for you to see the ass kicking personally if he doesn't. BobBob Marks "-when you leave the airplane its all wrong til it goes right, its a whole different mindset, this is why you have system redundancy." Mattaman Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shark 0 #21 March 10, 2004 QuoteQuoteQuoteSorry you can't be there while I kick Rich's ass for his smart aleck comments!! Ooooo...Bob is gonna kick Rich's ass!?! I wanna see THAT!!! Btw Bob, welcome back to the friendly skies. I can't wait to read more of your stories...lol. Also, when you eventually get your license, you and I are doing an awesome 2-way together!!! ~ Yep, you're on Rosa, and maybe I'll hold off on kicking Rich's ass until our two way. That will give him a little time to run away from Elsinore and the chance for you to see the ass kicking personally if he doesn't. Bob Are you guys trying to dethrown the King of the Hit N Chug?! His record is 20-1. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skyyhi 0 #22 March 10, 2004 QuoteAre you guys trying to dethrown the King of the Hit N Chug?! His record is 20-1. LOL. . .that sounds about right. . .but tell me, does he use his "ring" to open the beers. . .lol. . . ________________________________________ Take risks not to escape life… but to prevent life from escaping. ~ A bumper sticker at the DZ FGF #6 Darcy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shark 0 #23 March 10, 2004 QuoteQuoteAre you guys trying to dethrown the King of the Hit N Chug?! His record is 20-1. LOL. . .that sounds about right. . .but tell me, does he use his "ring" to open the beers. . .lol. . . Only if they're bottles! Aren't you curious whom the only loss was to? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skyyhi 0 #24 March 10, 2004 QuoteOnly if they're bottles! Aren't you curious whom the only loss was to? I am afraid to ask. . .was it you?. . .________________________________________ Take risks not to escape life… but to prevent life from escaping. ~ A bumper sticker at the DZ FGF #6 Darcy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Casurf1978 0 #25 March 10, 2004 QuoteQuoteWelcome BACK! I was grounded this last weekend, slight ear infection. I'll be out there this weekend either sat or sunday, hope to see you there. Javier ...and remember we cannot put the A license stamp until you deliver the beer. (As mandated by the S&TA.) Beer is being Fed Exed Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 Next Page 1 of 2 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0
