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zip
Trad climber
pacific beach, ca
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Topic Author's Original Post - Apr 7, 2011 - 09:38pm PT
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Suggested by Spencer L, and first posted by Dr. F on the Flanderfest thread.
This project is worthy of it's own thread.
Let's give back to someone who has done a lot for all of us.
At work now.
Details to follow.
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donini
Trad climber
Ouray, Colorado
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Shouldn't you check if this is okay with Todd?
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philo
Trad climber
Somewhere halfway over the rainbow
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Details please.
Do they need any lighting/electrical work?
I would be delighted to come down for a working / climbing trip.
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philo
Trad climber
Somewhere halfway over the rainbow
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Or don't tell them and do it all while they are at work. Like a those home makeover reality tv shows.
Kidding, just kidding. Really.
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Brokedownclimber
Trad climber
Douglas, WY
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Gonna' bump this back up to the top, so we don't dilute the Flanders thread.
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F10
Trad climber
e350 / Bishop
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Added a link on the Flanders thread
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zip
Trad climber
pacific beach, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 7, 2011 - 10:52pm PT
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Hope I haven't jumped the gun here.
Trying to contact Todd right now to see if this is ok.
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TGT
Social climber
So Cal
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The Mrs. would be the one to check with.
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Barbarian
Trad climber
The great white north, eh?
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If the Mrs. okays, I'm in.
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StahlBro
Trad climber
San Diego, CA
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If it's on, I'm in. Labor or $'s, either way.
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dee ee
Mountain climber
citizen of planet Earth
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Count me in.
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zip
Trad climber
pacific beach, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 8, 2011 - 12:44am PT
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OK, i'm off work and at home now.
Just spent a 1/2 hour speaking with Mrs. Gordon regarding this proposed project. Understandably, she was a little surprised to get my call, since she has no idea who i am.
I guess she had a conversation with Spencer and just mentioned in passing, that they need to have some roof work done.
I asked if they might need anything for the kids, and she said no, that they were financially stable, and that the roof was just something that needed to be done some time in the future.
I told her a little bit about the party and thanked her for letting us use her house. I suggested that if we ever had another one, maybe we should think about renting a Porta Potti. I know that all those people using their one bathroom could really put a strain on their septic system. She mentioned that they did have a second bathroom, but the toilet didn't work. She said it has never worked since they lived there, and didn't know what is wrong with it.
I asked her if she had checked out the Flanderfest thread. I told her about my live updates, people jumping on Todd's computer and posting as him, and my incriminating photos posted immediately of the culprits. She thought that was funny, and was gonna make it a point to check it out.
I mentioned i brought my lap top inside to charge it up, and had trouble finding a 3 prong socket. Yep she laughed, another project.
Todd and Andrea are not poor, or asking for anyone's help, but i believe a lot of us have benefited from these people for many years. I say that this would be a nice showing of gratitude for their friendship.
I would like to propose that we organize a group of people to assist with the roofing, plumbing, and electrical issues at The Gordon Ranch.
It would probably be a good idea for one person to start trying to organize this project. If the gentlemen who came up with this idea would like to take charge, i would be happy to assist. If neither want to, or are in the position to see this project through, i would be happy to take this on.
Blair "Zip" White
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socalbolter
Sport climber
Silverado, CA
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Probably best to do it over a weekend, so that there will be a better chance of "skilled" workers showing up without having to take time off work.
Maybe pick a date a little ways out so that this thing has time to build the proper momentum and gain the requisite support, but not so late as for it to be scorching hot in Josuha Tree. Maybe mid-May? How about the 21st and 22nd?
I'm skilled at all of the three things mentioned (roofing, plumbing, electrical), and would be happy to be part of whatever work efforts become the focus. In fact, changing out the wall plugs (receptacles) couldn't be easier (assuming the house wiring includes a ground). Even if the toilet needs to be replaced in whole, that's not that expensive. If the problem is downstream from the actual toilet, a snake would probably fix that one. The roof would be the most expensive undertaking, but the install would be easy with a dozen or so people pitching in. A little coordination will be needed to come up with a list of the projects to be accomplished and then specific assignments can be made and materials gathered.
By all means though, this should be a party and celebration of Joshua Tree, Todd, and all that both have provided in our community's collective life. I imagine this being somewhat like the barn-raisings of days gone by.
The idea of another gear sale would probably be good, as everyone has something of value that they could do without. The proceeds could be awarded to Todd so that he can continue on his quest to install metal in as much of the grainy rubble piles he chooses to frequent as possible. Of course that's just one possible use...
GORDOFEST 2011...who's with me?
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Trad climber
Will know soon
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If Todd and Andrea approve, I too am in. lynne
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TYeary
Social climber
State of decay
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Count me in for whatever needs to be done too.
I'm in!
TY
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zip
Trad climber
pacific beach, ca
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Topic Author's Reply - Apr 8, 2011 - 01:37am PT
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Got Andrea's approval.
Should i ask Todd too?
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socalbolter
Sport climber
Silverado, CA
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With as much time as Todd spends on this site, he probably already knows...
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Trad climber
Will know soon
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If we have "approval" than we need to move forward. Whose in command ?
Craig F and Dave E. what do yo suggest ?
EDIT: Thinking about it ..... this could be a win/win. Looked at it from this vantage we are merely fixin' up the family's place so mo' betta' times can be had by all. :DD
Andrea and Todd,
Most, Most Seriously can't thank you both enough for the joy, love and help you have given others. It will come back to love you both in a very great way.
Oh yeah, we all agree....from us on Super Topo. Right On ???
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