then they come to the base of the two hundred and seventy-seven foot high parachute jump . after two hours of half sleeping and half reading , i roll out of bed and shower . she could see the mask slipping into place , see the wall slamming down and closing her out . well , whatever they call it now . 'i have n't been here in some time . ' i tried not to wait more than an instant before i awkwardly laughed and said , skydiving ? why is he making my life so complicated ? 