Richard,

Yes, finding someone to go with has been my problem as well.
I had one friend who agreed to go, thought it would be great,
etc., than backed down when it came time to make concrete
plans to actually sign up for the jump. I'd like to do the jump in
California if that's o.k. Best time for me would be this fall (Oct.?)
I would only do a tandem jump, as I have no clue what is really
involved, lessons wise. Found this place to check out times &
jump centers in Ca. http://www.skydiving.com/ I want to visit
my son in Ca. this fall & will be in the San jose area. What'cha
think?

p.s. I figure I need time to make a will & relatives around to pick
up the body if it's not a good experience.