Friday, May 1, 2009

Once Upon A Time...

Alicia at More Than Words started Friday Photo Flashback to digitally capture those old photos from the days of film by scanning them. I love this idea and was excited to pull out my photo albums and take a trip down memory lane.

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These photos were taken on Thanksgiving Day, 1998. The joke was that if we made it down alive, we'd really have something to be thankful for at Thanksgiving dinner that night!

First up is my brother, Matt, at about 15,000 feet. I'm not sure I ever saw a bigger smile on his face. Of course, part of it might have been caused by the severe 120 MPH wind of freefall. But still, it was amazing to see him so happy. (Skydiving was my birthday present to him when he turned 18.)


(Unfortunately, this is a scan of a photocopy. I've misplaced the original.)

Next up was me. The photos of me leave a lot to be desired. I was wearing a very unattractive, rather tight hot pink jumpsuit. So, I'll leave you with this shot of the my butt and a very beautiful landscape.
Sadly, Matt died a few months later in an accident. I would have loved to have done more of these types of activities with him and to know the man he would become. I miss him terribly.

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23 comments:

  1. More Than WordsMay 1, 2009 at 11:11 PM

    You are so my hero!!! I can't even imagine doing something like that!!!! Wow!!!!!!

    What a blessing you were able to do that w/ your brother before he passed. I'm sure you miss him terribly! If you don't mind me asking, what kind of accident was he in?

    HUGS,
    Alicia

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  2. Veronica LeeMay 2, 2009 at 3:14 AM

    Wow, that's something I definitely would not do!

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  3. KristinMay 2, 2009 at 4:52 AM

    Oh my gosh, are you insane?? Just seeing the pictures scares the daylights out of me. You are very brave. :-)

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  4. CarrieMay 2, 2009 at 5:54 AM

    What an awesome sister you are!!! That must be an amazing memory to have of your brother. What a great way to remember him ;) Who took the pictures? They are great! Thanks for sharing! :)

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  5. Martha@A Sense of Humor is EssentialMay 2, 2009 at 8:28 AM

    Thank you for sharing. I lost my brother, Jim when he was 24 y/o. The heart never forgets.

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  6. DeniseMay 2, 2009 at 10:13 AM

    Those are amazing pictures. I've always wanted to try that, but doubt I ever will. How special that you were able to share it with your brother before he passed

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  7. AnonymousMay 2, 2009 at 11:46 AM

    WOW! That looks awesome! Wish I would able to have the guts to do that!

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  8. LSHMay 2, 2009 at 12:18 PM

    That really is the coolest picture of Matt. So glad you did that together.

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  9. carrhopMay 2, 2009 at 2:04 PM

    I skydived several years ago and just loved it. I'm so glad you have these kind of memories and pictures of your experiences with your brother--

    Blessings!

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  10. Always a Southern GirlMay 2, 2009 at 4:38 PM

    Oh my goodness!! I can't even imagine sky diving. I have tried to think about how it would feel, but I still can't wrap my brain around the idea. What a great memory that you have with your brother!! I'm so sorry for your loss.

    Have a great day my friend!!

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  11. giannaMay 2, 2009 at 7:24 PM

    that is so sad. i'm glad you are taking life by the horns and just doing it!

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  12. ErinMay 2, 2009 at 7:38 PM

    Okay, giving to your brother: way cool! Doing it yourself? Amazingly brave. Wow...

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  13. He & Me + 3May 2, 2009 at 8:35 PM

    Girl, you are so brave and so fun! What a great memory with your brother. Great pics too! FUN!

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  14. Elaine at LipstickdailyMay 3, 2009 at 5:27 AM

    Great pics! Stop on over to liptickdaily. We have an award for you!

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  15. The Johnson 5May 3, 2009 at 2:28 PM

    Oh girl, I was right there with you jumping out of that plane and then BAM, your brother. I'm so sorry for your families loss. I have 3 younger brothers and I couldn't imagine life with out them.

    You are an awesome sister!!

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  16. AiringMyLaundryMay 3, 2009 at 3:02 PM

    Oh wow.

    I'm too scared to do something like that. My husband really wants to do it though.

    Oh, thank you for posting my button on your blog :)

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  17. Ryan Ashley ScottMay 3, 2009 at 4:59 PM

    The picture of him just radiates happiness and excitement.

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  18. Denise Grover SwankMay 3, 2009 at 7:03 PM

    If there's any skydiving on The Amazing Race you have to do it!

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  19. Eyeglasses & EndzonesMay 3, 2009 at 8:58 PM

    Holey amazingness....Im too chicken to try that ! Looks soo fun tho!

    I stopped by from More than Words and He & Me so....Just thought I would say hi!!!

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  20. KeriMay 3, 2009 at 9:56 PM

    Super fabulous photos! What a wonderful memory to cherish! Glad you have this of you and your brother. Awesome.

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  21. foxyMay 4, 2009 at 9:07 AM

    I'm glad you got to share such an incredible, exhilarating moment with him. Remembering things like that is so great for the soul!!

    Hugs to you today :)

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  22. KEEMay 4, 2009 at 3:13 PM

    Those were great photos and memories that I know you will always cherish. I'm so sorry you lost your brother. I lost my sister when she was 18 also. It's been a long time but somedays it seems just like yesterday. I also wonder what she would be doing now and if she would have kids. You never get over those things you just get through it with the help of God.

    Ok, now I'm rambling.
    Thanks for sharing.

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  23. AnonymousMay 16, 2009 at 4:09 PM

    Carrie I hope all is well I just read this post and saw what you arote about Matt... I only knew him for a short time but I knew he was somthing special. He was with you then and he still is now. Say hi to Joe and Diane for me

    Love Ya

    Jay

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