Rev_itibit

Hi Paul I live in your neck of the woods (or is that sage bushes? ) I'm in Albuquerque. I have been flying for Revolution for many years and would love to give you some hands on experience. I have all but the Super Blast for you to try before you buy. Lets set up a time to fly. I'm retired so my time is flexible. Send me your contact info. Elizabeth Revolution Kites

I recently moved to Albuquerque New Mexico and have been keeping an eye out for kite flyers. Does anyone know of some flyers in the area or a club I could join? I find that day time flying is too hot, plus the winds are much better in the evening when the sun is down. I have been indoor flying at a local Parks and Recreation gym. They are happy to have me come indoor fly as often as I like. The kids are really excited to fly with me. Loads of fun! But I'm lonely for my brethren. I am a "Rev Kid". Been one for many years.

Welcome to the family!! Find some of your favorite music to fly with. That is one of my favorite things to do. I wonder why you are not crashing?!! That tells me you need to venture and try and make the kite do some fancy stuff. Like, lead all moves in reverse for for awhile. Stir things up. Crashing is part of learning to master the kite. Push it to it's limits. Practice, practice and then more, practice. Become a mentor. Thumbs amd wrists. Elizabeth Rev Itibit

Hey Tom!! Isn't this festival the best? It is a festival to meet or make new friends in a easy, relaxed, beautiful environment. It is truely a place to enjoy our sport like no other. If "Peace" is what is needed at the end of the season, Pacific Beach is the Pacific Northwests version of a kite flyers "PARADISE." Good to see you there again this year. Keep in touch Elizabeth

Hey Mousie!! Good to hear from you! Your comments were so nice. Since I don't compete and I am not really known, it's nice that you consider me a good flyer. Being "known" has never been important to me, (but it is nice to hear that my ablities as a flyer have been noticed, thanks.) What has been important to me is that people "remember" REVOLUTION. People may not remember my name after a lesson, but they do remember the fun they are having with their new Rev's. That's what it's about for me. I love those new flyers! Reminds me of "the days back when". I feel the pride of a parent when I watch the many awesome Rev fliers these days. We've come a long way, baby! I wore my glow ears a couple of nights ago, and I thought of you. Sorry that I will not be seeing you at Lincoln City. "Wrist and Thumbs" Elizabeth Hugs to Conner and you too.

Thank you Charly Sometimes when its dark, its hard to see the path. And it's great friends that help to light the way. Thanks for your light. I have had a lot of light in my life these past few weeks. My futures so "Bright", I gotta wear shades! See you in Orting? Love ya Elizabeth

The annual "Up Your Wind" Festival put on by Hi-Flyers Kite Shop at Pacific Beach, WA was as usual, FANTASTIC!! Scott and Laurel Hedin did a great job hosting the event. The weather was kind to us, giving us nice winds (but overcast) on Saturday. The ground displays were awesome. The dinner/raffle was a real hoot. Great food and lots of raffle items to be had. And especially, all the fun flyers and friends to share a lot of laughs with. Sunday was sunny and clear, winds were light, for me, the light winds were GREAT! Tom Tinney with his miniature kites (he also did kites for kids) and I (giving Rev lessons) were the featured flyers. We were both kept busy. I didn't have many newbie's. Most Rev flyers there are people I have taught in the past at various festival and were needing more advanced lessons. Or wanting to show me what they have learned since last year. And of course wanted to show off their new Rev additions. It is heartwarming to be greeted by so many people that are excited and enthusiastic about being brought into the "Revolution Family". And thankful too. It was very humbling. This past year has been personally difficult for me. I had a few doubts about my self worth, abilities and contributions. All this year I was not able to be as involved in kiting as I have been for the last 15 years. But attending the "Up Your Wind" festival confirmed my worth as a Revolution flight instructor. The reception I got when I arrived lifted that dark vail that has crippled me these past months. To be greeted by so many people that expressed thanks and gratitude was so healing. It helped me to remember that I am not only a great rev flyer, but I am also a great teacher. And I thank Revolution for giving me the opportunity and encouragment to accomplish this. For this I will be forever grateful. My thanks to Hi-Flyers Kite Shop for asking me back again to give lesson at this event. I am proud to represent Revolution at their event again this year and I will be there next year. Scott and Laurel are the best! Hope to see some new faces there next year. "Keep on Rev-ing" Elizabeth For those Northwest flyers: Check out the beach at Pacific Beach, WA. It is one of the best places to fly without the crowds.

Hey! Hi you two. Too bad we were not able to glow in the dark on Saturday. I kind of liked wearing my ears. And I "do" like to dance. But then, I'm not shy. Whats with the crash? Maybe Conner can show you how to fly! HEE HEE (Grandma hugs to him for me.) Currently listening to Shabooya Boogie. Thanks for the cd Dave. Sure was great to see you. Thanks for the fun. Thumbs Up! Elizabeth