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  1. I was fortunate enough to meet DL a little over 2 years ago while doing swoop training out in Colorado with Marianne Kramer. He didn't know me from "Adam" yet was super supportive. Then I started seeing that bright smiling face all over the place and it was always a good time. It was nice to find someone with such a happy go lucky attitude in this tough world we live in. When he made Sebastian his "some" and then I heard he was getting married, I was overjoyed because good people like DL deserve every happiness. Val, you are in my thoughts and prayers....as is everyone who's lives were touched by DL, you are all in my thoughts. DL my friend, I will see you again one day, and we WILL play in the clouds, together. Until then..... Dreams become reality, one choice at a time...
  2. Why on earth have I waited so long to stop and visit here? Now there is this massive boogie, with tons of people I haven't seen in far too long and I am not there. Anyone want to run and pick me up and zip me over for the weekend? I'll be your best friend. Have fun, get a little crazy, be safe! Dreams become reality, one choice at a time...
  3. Gosh darn I miss the "family reunions" this year. But I look forward to seeing the gang on my home turf in April.....(although home turf I have not played on in some time). Time will tell - if I am watching or playing in the breeze with you guys. Be safe until then my friends. hugs, D Dreams become reality, one choice at a time...
  4. All this FLCPA talk. I am so confused I was able to make my first real 2 jumps this past weekend and they went pretty good. We'll see how the next few weekends go, as to if I will be ready for competition yet. Be safe until then.... Dreams become reality, one choice at a time...
  5. Great to see everyone in Lake Wales and look forward to seeing everyone at all the meets. You will quickly see how this becomes one big extended family - watch! So since I was only a baby skydiver in the early days of the original FLCPA, and hadn't even thought about swooping....how does "opening up" the FLCPA coincide with being part of the SE CPC and attending the Colorado CPC Championships? Are you going to be a pal and show the cash breakdown like the infamous Mr. Hayes did last year for those of us who are NOT accountants? I knew I should have asked more questions when you opened the day Saturday morning wit "Welcome to the First meet of the FLCPA"...I knew it Dreams become reality, one choice at a time...
  6. I am coming out Friday afternoon but sorry kids - I fear I won't be competing just yet (lucky for you all ). Only made 2 jumps since the accident and they were not good. Taking a lot longer than I hoped to get all the muscle strength back. But I'll be there to A) attempt a jump or two B) check out the competition for this year and C) taunt you all from the sidelines - I mean cheer you on. See ya soon.......xo, D Can't wait to meet you Pia! Dreams become reality, one choice at a time...
  7. Well Chris, I had a feeling this would be coming. Five years is a long time so let me first thank you for opening the door as you have. Had it not been for the Southeast CPC, I don't know if I would have fallen in love with swooping and then decided to invest in that side of skydiving. Having it so close to home and having such amazing people to work with made it all worth while. The SE region has grown into my extended family thanks to all your efforts.....but I've got to give the "guys" props too because due to there drive and passion and there appreciation for what you put together, the SE continued to grown and I like to think of us as one big happy family! You ran the show like no other but change is good - It keeps things fresh and I think Al will do a really good job....we'll definitely make him earn his way though because you know how demanding we've become with wanting courses set up for extra practice days, etc. 2007 was a big year for me with my progression but it wrapped up with quite an eye opener yet I think I will always love flying my wing and therefore will always look to promote things in the SE for my own selfish benefit. Thanks again for everything Chris and I look forward to flying with you again some time soon. All the best to you and Michelle on your new adventure. Can I come visit in Canada? Seriously! Merry Christmas, Happy New Year and great big hugs! Dreams become reality, one choice at a time...
  8. Glad to hear the pond is open again but bummed I didn't have more notice to plan a visit. Hope weather is good for everyone because Keith rocks under canopy.......Looking forward to the upcoming season! Dreams become reality, one choice at a time...
  9. Anyone know how I can reach Adam from Eloy who won the other "Spectacular Crash" award? Thanks guys.....I'm still healing but just wait until NEXT YEAR
  10. Believe me, I have beaten myself up more than you know over this. It was a series of bad judgement (or mistakes) on my part. But I will heal and I WILL be back. Mistake #1 - Was going to swoop the side of the pond instead of the middle cause didn't want to get wet. STUPID IDEA. Mistake #2 - Took my turn up 100' but did not allow that adjustment to follow me through to the plane out. I KNOW things dive longer out there..... Mistake #3 - Not trusting myself enough to know I can fly and remembering that the pond is there for safety. I feel very fortunate yet now sit in judgement on myself but it is a learning experience......a hard one but I will learn and I will be back. Thanks to everyone for the thoughts. Dreams become reality, one choice at a time...
  11. It seems my scare tactics have worked....I just visited random dropzones and flew my ass off and look - a few less competitors to deal with The rest of the CPC should thank me too cause the Southeast Region was ROCKIN big time this year (again) so now everyone has a better chance of snagging those Top 10 slots. Well............maybe..... 24 hours and counting................ Dreams become reality, one choice at a time...
  12. Is this CPC/PST Talk or a bitch session straight from the Oprah archives? I am cracking up over here....... Good attempt at "the list" Ian - but we are talking skydivers here...I'm surprised anyone has even started thinking about Colorado yet SE CPC Representation that I know of so far: Loud Dan Sunnydee (me) Craig Bryan Chris Watkins Frost (Russian Mike) Aaron Stockum ...and Jairo, I like Mike's idea of selling that trouble making little car so you can come play with us. I can not believe you are going to miss it...play the lottery or something DAMN IT! Dreams become reality, one choice at a time...
  13. Question - are people responding other places about this? I know it is normally a good thing or is it still too far in advance for the skydiving non planner types? I have wanted to come visit since Boogie #1 (hurricanes hit instead and messed up that plan) and this might be the year I can actually make it so I am starting the planning......was going to fly into Salt Lake (best deal on flights from FL) and drive down (I'm sure the sights will leave nothing to look at right?
  14. I'm going to see how things play out in Colorado and then for the first time in a long time, I will make a LAST MINUTE decision on the trip ....... See you soon. Dreams become reality, one choice at a time...
  15. I ordered Tru-lock also and asked specifically for Louis Loops. Can not WAIT! Dreams become reality, one choice at a time...
  16. I'm with ya Stu...I let it download for almost an hour and it STILL doesn't play clean......ugh! Dreams become reality, one choice at a time...
  17. So it seems I've found myself making the 2.5 hour drive to Zhills the last few weekends to play with the pond and every time I leave there, I look forward to the next time I return. I've now been in the sport for almost 5 years and Zhills has been a place I frequent a few times a year, but after being there the last few weekends in a row....I just had to give a "shout out" to everyone there and say thanks for the smiles. From the manifest girls (who trade in my high tickets for low ones - one after the other ) without smacking me, to the folks on the packing mats (both of them) who don't scold me for NOT knowing the rules of the road and help me make that 15 minute call despite my "rule bending", to the locals on the DZ who are always good for a hug and hello, to the friends I've made over the years. Making the drive isn't such a big deal anymore and I feel like it is becoming my home away from home so you all will see me more......especially as I continue to get closer and closer to touching that water. I'm sure as with anything, there will be a time or two things aren't all hunkey dorey but until then, I'm loving my travels to Zhills. See everyone again soon. xo, D Dreams become reality, one choice at a time...
  18. Ian is a great teacher and I'm with Travis, everyone could benefit, if even as a refresher to some of the basics, from a canopy course. Ian may wear gay red tight shirts but he looks HOT in them so who cares - you are just jealous G Man. I'm looking forward to spending time with Ian in Virginia in a few weeks. Fly smart everyone! Dreams become reality, one choice at a time...
  19. Oh you got that right! Watch your back Craig - we all love you THAT MUCH to not let you miss out on the "tradition". There is going to be a strong SOUTHEAST representation at Colorado. You'll know how we are See everyone soon........ Dreams become reality, one choice at a time...
  20. Well I had a BLAST in Tecumseh and will DEFINITELY be back there again! The weather even cooperated for the most part and when the clouds rolled in - HEY - that is what the Cessna is for Big thanks to Chrissy and Sporto for being the "hostesses with the mostestess"....thanks to Marshal for scooping my butt up from the airport and Brandon for getting me back there. Just thanks to everyone for a good weekend! Think the Summer Jam might have an annual slot on my calendar Can't wait to see some of the pictures and or video that I hope will eventually surface. Until then......xo Dreams become reality, one choice at a time...
  21. Dale and I became very close this season in the CPC. He and I have shared the same struggles, were learning the tricks of the trade together and sharing anything we learned with each other to help the other one out each event. He along with all the other guys of the CPC have once again grown into my extended family and it was a BLAST each time we got together. I looked forward to it! This weekend in particular was good fun despite sitting on the ground Saturday watching the wind blow - we had an awesome crab boil Saturday and he along with the other Gold Coast boys schooled everyone on the techniques behind eating crawfish and crabs properly. It was awesome! There were jokes about his infamous "butt pad" (a usual thing since its incorporation into his wardrobe) while listening to him rap 50 cent in that deep southern accent. You couldn't help but be drawn to his voice - it brought a smile no matter what he was saying. The memories I'm now fortunate enough to have of him will certainly bring more smiles down the road..... There's been a little private joke this season that a GIRL was actually beating him but it was all in fun and it didn't hinder us from sharing our plans before each run at every comp - yet I did want to beat him and he knew it. It was great motivation for each of us to do the best we could each run. He was my competition, my extra bit of motivation this year and my friend. I wanted to beat him fair and square so the year had a bittersweet ending. We were BOTH awarded "2007 CPC Most Improved" metals yesterday. I was incredibly proud - just wish he could have been standing next to me for the pictures. I won't soon forget his final exit from the Skyvan on that perfect windless Sunday morning "See Ya'll" and out he went, butt pad and all........He was a good friend and a good competitor who will be greatly missed! Eternal blue skies swoop buddy.... Dreams become reality, one choice at a time...
  22. Oh man - I would love to come compete with you guys as a guest, plus a few of my regional guys talked about attending a couple Texas meets but I'm guessing I might be lacking in energy Sunday after the Saturday wedding. We'll see. ANyone going to be near San Antonio heading to the comp and wanna pick me up - drop me a PM. When you say Todd, I'm assuming Todd Spillers, tell him Denise says Hi - he should remember me from WAY BACK WHEN and also the CPC Championships last year. OK gang......I've got directions, names and places so who knows who might see me when. Be safe until then. hugs until our paths do cross! Dreams become reality, one choice at a time...
  23. Already spoke with a handful of the gang who will be arriving Thursday night, ready to jump and practice bright and early Friday. See everyone soon! Dreams become reality, one choice at a time...
  24. Thanks for the info/suggestions gang..... He Jef.....that's not fair to tempt me with a comp, especially the day after a wedding. Something to think about, the comp and bringing the gear. We'll see how I feel when I pack the suitcase the night before, and after I've talked to the bride and groom to see what the plans are before and after the wedding. i heard something about tubing down some river but skydiving is always good with me too. xo, D Dreams become reality, one choice at a time...
  25. I am heading to a friends wedding in San Antonio and I am trying to decide if I should bring my gear and find a place to jump for a day, seeing as how I've only been to Texas once and it was when I had just about 100 jumps. DAMN - that seems like FOREVER ago. So where it the closest place to jump near San Antonio and can ya do hop and pops? Dreams become reality, one choice at a time...