Monday, June 24, 2013

I Interupt This Quilt Blog One More Time......

My solo static line jump!!
My landing was horrible but I am standing up letting everyone at the drop zone know I'm Okay. I came up a bit short and was not in the landing zone.......
We had a ways to go back to the landing area and was good to have a chat with my jumpmaster.

I clipped these photos from a video and right before this laugh was this conversation:
Me: "Did I have a look of pure terror in my eyes?" Jumpmaster: "There was pure fear there". Then we both laughed.... To see how you static line from a small plane feel free to check out this youtube video. (fast forward to 55 seconds and this is not me, just random video) I freaked out a little when I first saw it. I need to work on my technique for sure!!
On the ground, safe and sound.

Exciting. Fun. Scary.
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25 comments:

  1. RuthJune 24, 2013 at 5:59 AM

    Glad you are A-OK. I'm hoping to see you at the quilt show!

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  2. KarenJune 24, 2013 at 6:49 AM

    I watched the video. OMG! I think the scary part would be just getting out the door of the plane and hanging onto the bar. When do you go again?

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  3. WoolenSailsJune 24, 2013 at 7:15 AM

    Congratulations! No way, no how, would you get me to do that, lol.

    Debbie

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  4. Janet O.June 24, 2013 at 7:56 AM

    You did it and you are alive to tell about it! Both big accomplishments.
    So the purpose of the static line is to cause the chute to open right away?
    I am so impressed, Lori--I would probably still be cowering in a corner of the plane. : )

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  5. Barbara JJune 24, 2013 at 8:06 AM

    Glad you had fun and you're safe! You're a dare-devil ... I think you'll be auditioning for being a stunt woman soon!

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  6. tichJune 24, 2013 at 8:16 AM

    I looked at the video as well. It looks so much fun!! Wish I was a LOT younger and fitter!

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  7. TLCJune 24, 2013 at 8:17 AM

    WOW! That is not on my bucket list! ;-)
    Glad you're safe and okay. Congratulations!!

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  8. audreyJune 24, 2013 at 10:03 AM

    Your new hobby looks like it's a lot more nerve wracking than quilting! lol

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  9. antique quilterJune 24, 2013 at 10:10 AM

    OMG I could never do that after watching that video....your are a brave woman!
    so are you going to do it again??? you did it take it off your bucket list , stay safe, LOL
    this is one technique that you don't have to master :)
    Kathie

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  10. MichelleJune 24, 2013 at 11:02 AM

    You are having a ball....SO....when is the next one? LOL

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  11. Randy D.June 24, 2013 at 11:02 AM

    All I can say is Better You than ME!!! :-)

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  12. Kindred QuiltsJune 24, 2013 at 11:04 AM

    Way to go, Lori! Way to live life to the fullest!

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  13. JoJune 24, 2013 at 11:13 AM

    Love your spirit!

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  14. JanetJune 24, 2013 at 12:39 PM

    I think it's awesome that you are challenging yourself to do it. Looks like you had a lot of fun!

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  15. KaarenJune 24, 2013 at 1:07 PM

    OMG, Lori! Not in a million years, my friend. But kudos to you for even thinking about jumping from an airplane. I can't even imagine. I'm without words as you can see. Yikes!

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  16. CherylJune 24, 2013 at 3:04 PM

    Bravo!

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  17. belarminaJune 24, 2013 at 4:11 PM

    madre mía!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    saludos

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  18. Library Gal QuiltsJune 24, 2013 at 7:30 PM

    Woah Nellie! I don't think I could do it but I am glad to see that big smile! Hope we see each other at Sisters this year so I can shake your hand! xo Pam

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  19. BethJune 25, 2013 at 5:28 AM

    You are an amazing woman. I can barely jump off the high dive.I have no doubt that you will master that pesky landing. ;)

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  20. sandi sJune 25, 2013 at 8:02 AM

    You are so brave! I love seeing your pictures. Hugs

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  21. AnonymousJune 25, 2013 at 2:26 PM

    Lori, you are CRAZY brave!! no way would I have the guts to do a solo jump.. another tandem, for sure.. a solo definitely not lol!!! I can imagine the adrenalin rush, wow you are AMAZING!!!! cheers...Marian

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  22. pandchintzJune 25, 2013 at 3:36 PM

    You are amazing! Crazy, but amazing!

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  23. MerilynJune 25, 2013 at 4:42 PM

    Glad you landed safely!!!! You sure are a devil for punishment LOL!!!
    Good on you!!!!!

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  24. MimiJune 25, 2013 at 7:46 PM

    Okayyyyyy....I don't think so. You are too brave. I am definitely a chicken.

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  25. LorisJune 26, 2013 at 10:39 AM

    Good for you! My mom (who is 91 now) went skydiving when she was 59 and renewed her flying skills when she was 69. Somehow I am still not tempted...I'm 61 and happy to just fly in planes :-)

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