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weber
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Post by weber »

It was great to see three of the Tacketts' friendly competitor guide services -- True North, Appalachian Climbing School, and Torrent Falls --quickly arrive on the scene with assistance, food, and offers to loan gear and guides to help them get back on their feet. That shows how much everyone loves Matt and Ames.

Rick & Liz
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weber
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Post by weber »

the lurkist wrote:Hey Matt and Amy,
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As a word of encouragement (after seeing Wes's photos of the complete loss of your place)- please rebuild. You all are center of the climbing community.
Someone had already mentioned a "rebuild" effort. I am sure there will be NO shortage of strong backs with hammer, nail apron, and skil saw to get you back under roof.
Hammering in the Hills!
A Barnraising? This climbing community will put the Amish to shame!
We cannot change the cards we are dealt, just how we play the hand. - Randy Pausch
None are so old as those who have outlived enthusiasm. - Henry David Thoreau
pawilkes
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Post by pawilkes »

hey if you did build a barn and then had kids when people yell at them and say " were you born in a barn?" they'd almost be able to say yes!
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merrick
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Post by merrick »

Good god. Those photos are intense...
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Canadiangirl
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Post by Canadiangirl »

Don't forget Miguel's who can always be counted on to provide support and something to fill our stomachs.
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rockman
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Post by rockman »

weber wrote:
A Barnraising? This climbing community will put the Amish to shame!
True: we have powertools.
"My Shit is Fucked Up." --Warren Zevon and Terry Kindred.
crimpergirl
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Post by crimpergirl »

My sadness for your loss could be no more intense. I fear my words are terribly inadequate. Hopefully these will offer some comfort. These words are taken from http://rainbowbridge.com/


Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food and water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable. All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.

The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing: they miss someone very special to them; who had to be left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. The bright eyes are intent; the eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to break away from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster. YOU have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

THEN YOU CROSS RAINBOW BRIDGE TOGETHER...
ToddandRachel
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Post by ToddandRachel »

Matt and Amy,
We were so sad when we heard. And sader when we heard about River. Heidi sends her condolences too(woof).

We hope you guys will rebuild and be able to move on. You're in our prayers.
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krampus
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Post by krampus »

I have never seen a rebuild effort that has not trumped the original. I am excited to see what we can do, count me in.
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ReachHigh
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Post by ReachHigh »

rockman wrote:
weber wrote:
A Barnraising? This climbing community will put the Amish to shame!
True: we have powertools.
the only problem they are all drills.
"there's a line between self improvement and self involvement"
"Dogs are nature's pooper scoopers ."
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