Fly or not to fly – a difficult decision.

On takeoff yesterday we were three pilots. The wind was changing in strength and direction from ESE to SSW (ESE is the better option for this takeoff). Gusts up to 8 m a second on takeoff from time to time. There were spells of short periods when it was OK (for me) to take off. My head said about 50 % yes and 50 % no. We had a driver who could take the car down. My gut feeling said no, and I decided not to fly today. And was very happy with that decision.