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poop_tube
Big Wall climber
33° 45' N 117° 52' W
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Topic Author's Original Post - Jun 2, 2008 - 06:44pm PT
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Micah took a bad spill. One of the greatest people I have ever met and amazing climber. FA in Peru... He broke his neck in 3 places. He told me he is being positive.
I don't know what else to say
Kia
EDIT:
updates at http://www.micah-retz.com/
please spread the word
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rincon
Trad climber
SoCal
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Good luck to Micha! Makes my neck hurt just thinking about it. I know I've come close to doing the same thing to myself. All those headplants into hard snow...and pitoning headfirst into the sand at the Wedge or Zuma beach.
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Anastasia
climber
Not here
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Micah!
I love that guy... No! This news is horrible!
I too wish him a quick and complete recovery. If he needs visitors, (I make it a habit to visit hospitals with chocolate) drop me an email.
Beyond that, let him know "we" in the climbing community are there for him.
Dang it! I am not happy...
AF
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poop_tube
Big Wall climber
33° 45' N 117° 52' W
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Topic Author's Reply - Jun 2, 2008 - 08:08pm PT
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We need to think positive thoughts for him. I'm going to visit him tomorrow.
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HighDesertDJ
Trad climber
Arid-zona
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I'm glad he is doing as well as he is!!! Much love!!
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happiegrrrl
Trad climber
New York, NY
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Keep that positive attitude, Micah, and you'll have an amazing recovery no matter what. Best wishes for you during this time.
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Fluoride
Trad climber
Hollywood, CA
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Crap! I love that guy! Glad he's going to be okay.
He and I started out climbing right around the same time. He went from newbie to rockstar at a speed I've never seen. He's one of those climbers with so damn much natural talent that he makes everything look so easy. And such an all-around nice guy on top of that.
Cheers to a speedy recovery and getting back on the rock again soon.
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Anastasia
climber
Not here
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John Bachar first went to two separate hospitals: Both didn't do anything productive to help him with his broken neck. In fact the one in Utah actually endangered him when they released him with nothing but a collar to protect/secure his various neck fractures. Now that I think about it... We were on a plane, drove in LA traffic and just one slip, one fall, one mild accident and he would never have walked again...
The hospital that finally did put him back together and in a sense provided a miracle recovery was Cedars Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles.
I highly recommend Micah to go there...
Sending my best regards,
Anastasia Frangos
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Crimpergirl
Social climber
Boulder, Colorado!
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I don't know Micah, but that matters not a bit. I hope he is doing well and recovers quickly. Best to him -
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healyje
Trad climber
Portland, Oregon
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That's a complete bummer. Folks that know him might want to let him know about Anastasia's advice given they when through that wringer already...
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SteveW
Trad climber
The state of confusion
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Hey Micah
Hang in there. You'll be okay.
Poopy--keep us informed about him, please!
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Mike Ierien
Trad climber
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Terrible news. Thoughts and prayers are with him. Just met "James" of North Overhang solo fall fame and he is doing excellent and cranking hard again. Great attitude gets you everywhere. So, complete recovery is possible. Stay strong Micah.
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Dirka
Trad climber
SF
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My prayers go out to him.
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paganmonkeyboy
climber
mars...it's near nevada...
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i don't know you micah, but i'm sending you the love anyway - heal up fast, get back out there soon !!
-tom
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snowey
Trad climber
San Diego
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Hey man. Get better soon. All the folks over at pullharder are pulling for ya.
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poop_tube
Big Wall climber
33° 45' N 117° 52' W
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Topic Author's Reply - Jun 3, 2008 - 06:11pm PT
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I'm at the hospital now. His spirits are high
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Anastasia
climber
Not here
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Fantastic! Nice to hear! Let us know how he progresses. By the way, how mobil is he in bed? How have they secured his neck?
AF
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poop_tube
Big Wall climber
33° 45' N 117° 52' W
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Topic Author's Reply - Jun 3, 2008 - 07:12pm PT
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he can't move anything. He can talk that's pretty much it
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poop_tube
Big Wall climber
33° 45' N 117° 52' W
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Topic Author's Reply - Jun 3, 2008 - 07:38pm PT
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Micah:
"all I ask for is happy thoughts no matter the outcome because every outcome is a happy one
Everyone has got my love"
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darshahlu
Trad climber
Irvine, CA
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Kia (poop_toob) and I visited Micah all day yesterday (Tuesday, June 2). He broke his neck and destroyed his spinal cord at C5. What this means is that he is quadriplegic. He can flex his bicep and shoulders a little bit, but he can not extend his arms nor use his hands.
He is scheduled for surgery Thursday and Friday, which will remove the broken bones, replace them with spacers and stabilize the area around the injury.
Mentally he is all there and staying very positive. We are all hopeful that he will show some sort of recovery down the road. Nonetheless it is incredibly sad to see this happen to such a wonderful and loving person, especially when they are so athletically talented.
Darshan
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L
climber
A place with rocks...lots and lots of rocks...
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Sending you good thoughts and admiration for your high spirits, Micah. A guy like you will overcome the odds, I'm sure of it.
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rhyang
Ice climber
SJC
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Oh god... I just saw this. I was simply lucky, and rehab is far from over.
My only advice (such as it is) would be to transfer to a good spinal cord injury rehab program. I don't know what's close to him, but one of the nurses in this New SCI forum would know.
Best wishes Micah, from one quad (albeit walking) to another.
I hope the new administration (whomever it turns out to be) does not hinder stem cell research.
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avk
climber
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Which hospital?
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darshahlu
Trad climber
Irvine, CA
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rhyang, thanks for the forum. That looks like a great resource for consolation and more.
Darshan
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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hey there ...dear micah... i dont you know, but i will be praying... a friend of mine since years back has had to make that hard trek as a quad, and he didn't let it keep him down...
after he was up and about, he drove across counrty in his own van, and keeps up with the hockey that he used to love...
he said he always felt better trying to cheer other folks up... being that knew how low a fellow could feel...
may you soar to height that are unseen now, and may you have rich treasure that superceed any that you have seen yet...
get well in all the ways available to you, soon... and god bless
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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hey there ... say.. micah.. i did not know you had a family and children---but this is what i read...
says, later, when you can, some of the best healings come to pass by getting the kids involved and working together... it has offered some of the best inspiration as to on going therapy.. and helps them learn not to be afraid....
of course, this must come a bit later... but god bless you so much with this rich family that you have by your side...
kids are sometimes a very miraculous medicine, for both body and soul....
i will be praying... god bless, once again... i am very sorry that you are hurt....
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sunshinedaydream
Big Wall climber
yosemite area
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Don't give up hope... the entire climbing community is here for you!
Don't know what else to say right now...
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nita
climber
chica from chico, I don't claim to be a daisy
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Poop_tube, please tell Micah..He is in our thoughts and prayers.
If Michah does not mind, please post his hospital address, i would like to send him a card.
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travelin_light
Trad climber
california
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Godspeed, my friend. May you overcome every hurdle that gets in your way.
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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hey there all... say, i was busy online with my bookstuff.. and i took one more look before i go to pray... say, i found this:
it is a post from where the news article link, led to:
i will copy it here for you all...
PLEASE check first, to see if this is true:
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Meggin sister
[-] wrote on Jun 3, 2008 9:38 PM:
Thank you very much to all the people who are praying for Micah and supporting his recovery. We are trying to gather all the healers and prayers we can, we're looking for a miracle. Benefit for him at The Comedy Store, La Jolla, July 10th, come, celebrate, support. =)
also, in one of the post there mention of surgury in the morning
so if anyone is up, you have time for praying, etc....
this is very sad news... lets see if we can help him fight somehow, standing the gap so to speak for the surgury time...
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rhyang
Ice climber
SJC
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My understanding is that during the first few weeks, the true extent of the injury cannot really be known, due to what is called spinal shock. According to this article, some amount of recovery is the rule rather than the exception.
Micah sounds like the kind of guy who will keep fighting. Positive thoughts for the surgery.
I would also like to send a card.
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J. Werlin
climber
Cedaredge
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Wishing Micah strength and health and positive vibration.
-Jeremy
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katty caillaux
climber
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I knew micah whe he came to Peru last year he is a great guy!! and such a good dad! i know everything will work out great, i wish i could reach him some how! we always wrote emails to each other. someone nows wich hopistal is he in? or who is in touch directly to him, well coul u tell him that katty from Peru is thinking about him ,trying to reach him and sending him positive vibes from sudamerica.
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esoteric1
Trad climber
san dieco, ca
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we have sensation in the belly button and tricep movement! this man never ceases to amaize me....truly one of those people that give you hope.
katty, I passed your message along.
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rhyang
Ice climber
SJC
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Great news !
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poop_tube
Big Wall climber
33° 45' N 117° 52' W
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Topic Author's Reply - Jun 6, 2008 - 02:36pm PT
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if ANYONE is strong enough to recover mentally, physically, and spiritually it's Micah.
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katty caillaux
climber
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greats news! im so happy! i knew that micah will fight and get better!
thank u so much for sending my message!!!
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bachar
Gym climber
Mammoth Lakes, CA
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Best of luck to Micah. I feel for him - I came pretty close myself.
Good to hear he's getting some feeling back - an excellent sign.
Here's the guys who fixed me (I sent it to poop tube as well).
If you see him tell him I sent you....
http://www.csmc.edu/8237.html
http://www.csmc.edu/8184.html
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Largo
Sport climber
Venice, Ca
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Hoping for the best!
John
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Double D
climber
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Micah My thoughts and prayers go out for a speedy recovery.
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Anastasia
climber
Not here
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That is fantastic! In a year and a half he will be out-climbing all of us "again."
(I am putting my faith on that.)
As for some more useful knowledge...
It is possible for nerve regeneration in Spinal Cord Injuries.
Here is a link for that...
http://www.emaxhealth.com/45/5087.html
Smiles,
Anastasia
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Texas Ed
Social climber
conroe, Texas
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There will be a benefit for him Thursday July 10th at the Comedy Club in La Jolla.
If you want to come or know people who do, please send them our way!
We're also looking for door prizes for the raffle. If you have any connections with stores, restaurants and such, please ask for some small donation to help us raise funds
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Meggin (sister)
climber
san diego, ca
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Again thank you to everyone! I'm amazed at the quality and dedication of his friends! Micah is being sedated for the next few days because his second surgery was so intense. He'll mostly be sleeping. I know we do need a few good friends to help cover shifts of sitting by him, mostly at night (one at a time) . This isn't the time to just "visit" as he needs quiet and sleep, but our family is having difficulty balancing everything and keeping someone by Micah's side at all times. Please call Simeon if you can sit for a while, only good friends please.
By the way, we're organizing several benefits, La Jolla Comedy Store on July 10th. Should be a blast and I think we might be able to wheel him in! We're going to have coctails, prizes, and great company! Something positive to look foreward to.
My mom opened a trust account to help pay for expenses and take care of Micah's 3 kids, here's the info:
Washington Mutual, account # 494077098, Micah Retz.
Anything will help.
Again, thank you for your love, prayers, and support!
Meggin (Micah's little sister=)
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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hey there ... say, glad you all mentioned the benefit, as i saw the post when it was an "idea" and i copied it for here---stating that i wasn't sure---wheww... i was a mite worried if it was true...
say, please post the address for me to send "prizes" as i have no money to donate... i have craft-stuff on hand ...and i make beautiful dream catchers.. .and earrings... and necklaces... so i will send them to you... but i need the address...
(for the sister, please post it... ).. thanks so very much.. still praying.. even my grandkids, did... :) ... (they love daddies and want all daddies well... )
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tad
Social climber
puerto natales chile
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micah .fuerza amigo ,, fuerte .te apoyamos desde la patagonia chile...tadeo ..miky
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Ksolem
Trad climber
Monrovia, Ca
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Good luck Micah. If it helps as an inspiration I will mention that I saw Bachar climbing up on the East Side a few days ago. He looked really fit and was sending the big steep .11s with ease and poise. Anyone who did not know would never have a clue what he’s been through.
Everyone's pulling for you. You can do it too!
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erin warfield
Social climber
alpine ca
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Hello to Micah. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I want to visit with you soon. You will do great. You are made of miracles!!
Love always:
Erin and Bluejay
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darshahlu
Trad climber
Irvine, CA
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Hi Guys. I visited Micah and his family on Sunday. As his sister Meggin posted above, right now he is recovering from surgery, under heavy medication, and mostly sleeping. He will remain sedated until they are able to remove the apparatus from his throat that is helping him breathe. Theres not much else to say until then.
I would like to put together a climbing slide show for the benefit on July 10th. If anyone has photos or videos of him climbing, please send them my way: darshahlu@gmail.com.
Also, does anyone know how to get a cellphone photo off my cellphone and onto the computer?
Thanks,
Darshan
Oh yeah, on Sunday he wiggled his arms/wrists, perhaps to show us that he could.
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Meggin (sister)
climber
san diego, ca
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Jun 10, 2008 - 01:42pm PT
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If you want to send items to donate for our raffle and silent auction (which would be awesome!!!) please send them to me at:
8366 Lake Adlon Drive
San Diego, CA
92119
The show is in 4 weeks and we don't have much yet.
We'd appreciate anything and everything!
Much Love,
Meggin =)
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trapeze artemis
climber
Surf City
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Jun 10, 2008 - 02:01pm PT
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Meggin
Can we deposit into Micah's account at any Washington Mutual or do we need to go to a specific branch. Please excuse my ignorance of how the banking world works.
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10b4me
climber
sous le toit
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Jun 10, 2008 - 03:14pm PT
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Also, does anyone know how to get a cellphone photo off my cellphone and onto the computer?
email the picture from your phone to your email addy.
when you go to your email download the pic to your computer
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Meggin (sister)
climber
san diego, ca
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Jun 10, 2008 - 03:30pm PT
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101kgb.com (a local San Diego radio show) is having a $1,000 give away every day for the next few weeks. I already submitted an application for Micah. It's really easy and if a lot of us try for it, maybe we can get some of these medical expenses paid. We also want to raise money for an expensive rehab center.
Thanks Again! It only takes a few minutes.
Meggin =)
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Meggin (sister)
climber
san diego, ca
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Jun 10, 2008 - 03:37pm PT
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Update: june 11
http://www.Micah-Retz.com[/b]
We have created a website to keep you updated as to Micah's status, and which we will also post photos, stories, etc. There is also a link to paypal from this site to increase the convenience of donation. (paypal is an easy way to use a credit card to pay)
Thanks for all your support!
You can go into any Washington Mutual and tell them the money is for Micah Retz and they should know what to do.
I also made some flyers for the benefit, if you send me your email (write to megginralphs@hotmail.com) I'll send you the file.
I also have a file of pictures of him, to use for publicity, send me an email (same address) and I'll send it out.
THANKS!!!!
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Jun 10, 2008 - 04:58pm PT
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hey there meggin.. say, i got the address!.. i will make as much as i can... i am suddenly out of work.. so i got time... all night, for weeks, now.. my, oh, my...
i got lots of stuff on hand since from before i was married, just kept lugging it around... wish i had more expensive stuff to add on to what i got, but it will be nice and it will be special...
here is my dreamcatcher sight, so you will know what to expect:
http://neebeeshaabookway.com
there is one on the front page, a much fancier one ( i wont let you down)
will send jewelry too... sadly, i just dont have money to send :(
these were just some from around the house, but they are even more wonderful and pretty, when i do them for others...
ps--for crimpergirl
(ooops, except crimpies, for her parrots.. that was a fast simple rush job, crimpies, as i had nothing to use that day, as wanted to cheer you up about your birds)
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Anastasia
climber
Not here
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Jun 10, 2008 - 05:58pm PT
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I am sending my best along with a few prayers.
Please let us know how he is doing...
AF
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erin warfield
Social climber
alpine ca
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Jun 11, 2008 - 02:17pm PT
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Thinking positive will make all the difference for him. If we all visualize him walking and healed that will manifest. If we don't perhaps he wont. The power of positive thoughts are attractive to the healing process. Positivity makes all the difference. He can get through this no matter what.
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Meggin (sister)
climber
san diego, ca
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Jun 11, 2008 - 03:37pm PT
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BENEFIT FINAL INFORMATION-
THE COMEDY STORE, LA JOLLA, CA
DOORS 7, SHOW 8
2 DRINK MINIMUM
$8 (PROCEEDS TO MICAH)
21 AND UP
PLEASE RSVP (858) 454-9176 (SO WE KNOW HOW MANY TO STAFF)
BRING MONEY FOR RAFFLE AND SILENT AUCTION
I'M STILL LOOKING FOR DOOR PRIZES, WE'D LOVE ANYTHING!
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BENEFIT IN THE WORKS:
We're planning another at The Dreamcatcher Lounge at Veijas Casino in Alpine. Tentative date and time- July 16, 6-11 (might change, not finalized). Poker turnament! I'll keep you updated!
Meggin +)
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snowey
Trad climber
San Diego
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Jun 11, 2008 - 05:05pm PT
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Ill try to make it out there. You might want to contact the people over at ACSD to see if they can help gather some stuff for the raffle or at least help publicize the event.
http://alliedclimbers.org/
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Jun 11, 2008 - 07:44pm PT
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hey there MEGGIN !!!! ... SAY, i have a surprise that i hope will help....
i just got some shirts that were donated to the cat pound (along with cat food)---from danny windsor---he is not in the credits, but he played one of the FLYING MONKEYS in the WIZARD OF OZ....
i just called him, as he is a friend, being that the shirts just gave me an idea:
he said for me to come over tomorrow and he will give autographed pictures of him, as the monkey, and a few other things, plus a signed note, so folks will know that the clothes are his....
some hawaian shirts, and two custum made ones from the 70's...
you can auction them off---he is letting me do this for you, as it is a benefit, as he does not like doing this for self...
here is the local news, of the show that he recently did with betsy palmer, his long-time friend....
now, perhaps if you can put out some flyers advertising these things from the "actor from the monkey" in the oz movie, there are many strong fans out there that would like these things...
if you need to call me, use my email, and i will give you the phone...
neebeeshaabookway@yahoo.com...
aslo, i will email you...
this was very kind of him... i really think if you put out some flyers, this will help in some way...
i am printing him out the info, as well, but he is my friend, so he trust me....
i will mail it all tomorrow night....
and my dream catchres and jewlery, on sat. night...
love and god bless, neebee
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rhyang
Ice climber
SJC
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Jun 12, 2008 - 12:45am PT
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Just peeked at the new website .. it sounds like things are looking up : He can feel as far down as the top of his legs. That is fantastic !
btw Technically, a 'quadriplegic' is anyone who has suffered damage to the cervical region of their spinal cord. There are however differing degrees of 'completeness'.
It sounds to me like Micah's injury is incomplete, which is a really good thing. Rehab is going to be tough, but he sounds tougher.
The way it was explained to me - as the swelling near the injury site declines, function will return. It will take time.
Thinking positive thoughts.
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Jun 12, 2008 - 01:31pm PT
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hey there... july 10
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trapeze artemis
climber
Surf City
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Jun 12, 2008 - 09:12pm PT
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I hope nobody minds, I've posted the link to your Event on both Mountainproject.com and Rockclimbing.com
Micah's a good guy and a strong climber, he probably won't remember me but tell him Art said Hey and I'm pulling for him.
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Jun 16, 2008 - 05:56pm PT
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hey there all... say, i had free time on my hands today, and thought i'd give this a bump....being that i noticed that micah's sister (? or a relative) had put an
UPDATE on how he is doing...
if any of you know him, this is for you to look into:
http://www.micah-retz.com
(if i put the wrong link and messed it up, his sister has the correct link, up about in these post...)
some folks may not know that they are looking for things to auction, for the benefit...at the comedy store, july 10, in la jolla....
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rhyang
Ice climber
SJC
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Jun 17, 2008 - 08:08pm PT
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Checked the website:
In order to use the suction tool, Micah is having to lift his fore-arm in a lateral direction; evidence he has control of muscles we were not previously aware he could use.
More good news !
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darshahlu
Trad climber
Irvine, CA
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Jun 17, 2008 - 09:17pm PT
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Hi all.
I have been e-mailing various contacts in the climbing community and other business owners that are in positions to offer donations for the Auction on July 10th.
Even if you cannot donate something yourself, I kindly request that Micah's friends and other supporters please e-mail people that may be able to offer donations.
For example, Greg Epperson has already offered a signed, framed, and matted photograph. (Thanks Greg!)
Please request the donations to be sent to:
Meggin Ralphs
8366 Lake Adlon Drive
San Diego, CA
92119
Thank you all.
Darshan
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darshahlu
Trad climber
Irvine, CA
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Jun 19, 2008 - 04:37pm PT
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Wow, I am overwhelmed by the support that the climbing community is offering Micah.
So far the following people / companies are contributing to the benefit:
Greg Epperson
Marty Lewis
Rockreation, Costa Mesa
Metolious
Mountain Tools
Supertopo
Thank you all!
Darshan
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Jun 19, 2008 - 09:26pm PT
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hey there all... say, i just took note that micah's brother is still hoping for some more pictures and or stories, to add to the web site for micah....
if any of you know who has some, this is just a bump to pass the word around...
also, there is an update again... they are hoping he will be able to talk in a few days...
update also said he was "tapping/drumming" to some music....
sure hope you all can get some more pics for them...
wow, everyone has been really wonderful for them ....
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nutjob
Stoked OW climber
San Jose, CA
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Jun 21, 2008 - 07:44pm PT
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Micah, sounds like you've got a good attitude for the next adventure! I'm sending healing thoughts your way.
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darshahlu
Trad climber
Irvine, CA
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Jun 25, 2008 - 02:30pm PT
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The benefit is on JULY 10th (not 11th like the newsletter states).
BENEFIT FINAL INFORMATION-
July 10th
THE COMEDY STORE, LA JOLLA, CA
DOORS 7, SHOW 8
2 DRINK MINIMUM
$8 (PROCEEDS TO MICAH)
21 AND UP
PLEASE RSVP (858) 454-9176 (SO WE KNOW HOW MANY TO STAFF)
BRING MONEY FOR RAFFLE AND SILENT AUCTION
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Meggin (sister)
climber
san diego, ca
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Jun 25, 2008 - 10:34pm PT
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SOMEONE MENTIONED A SPINAL INJURY REHAB CENTER IN NORTH COUNTY. WHICH ONE IS IT? IT'S TIME TO SEND HIM TO A REHAB AND WE NEED TO FIND SOMEWHERE GOOD.
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Jun 25, 2008 - 11:56pm PT
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hey there... bump, so you can find some places for micah...
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dougs510
Social climber
down south
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Jun 26, 2008 - 12:29am PT
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Bump.
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rhyang
Ice climber
SJC
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Jun 26, 2008 - 12:21pm PT
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I did my 5 weeks of spinal cord injury rehab at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center (scvmed.org) in San Jose. They and Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center (rancho.org) in Downey are supposed to be the best SCI rehab programs in the state.
Later on after Micah gets out of inpatient rehab care (and it's going to be a while) you might look into Project Walk (projectwalk.org) in Carlsbad. I believe they have a trial week.
Best wishes !
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darshahlu
Trad climber
Irvine, CA
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Jun 26, 2008 - 08:23pm PT
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Larry and Jane from Mountain Tools gave a generous donation for the charity: about 650 dollars worth of stuff.
Way to go Mountain Tools!!!
http://www.mountaintools.com/
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Meggin (sister)
climber
san diego, ca
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Wow! The Comedy Store show is almost here and we have SO MUCH NICE STUFF!!! Thank you so much to everyone who contributed to this! I am in awe at the packages showing up at my door! We have some nice affordable items and some higher end items as well. Bring cash and rock out with us!
THanks! Meggin =)
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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Bump for the Micah Retz Fund Raiser coming up this week at the Comedy Store....hope many can attend! Never met the young man, but we all need to support him. Lynne
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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hey there meggin... wow, great to hear!!!...
bump for micah... will be praying for great and mighty things!... :)
*say, to you all that know micah... there is an update at their website, on how is doing and where he is ...
http://www.micah-retz.com
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darshahlu
Trad climber
Irvine, CA
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I'm curious who's going to the event and what relation ppl have to Micah. Who is going?
I am. Climbing partner/friend.
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salad
climber
Escondido
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Right now I am 50/50. Don't know Micah, but I live in Escondido...
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GDavis
Trad climber
SoCal
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*good vibes*
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darshahlu
Trad climber
Irvine, CA
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Salad, you should totally go. There will be a LOT of gear, which will likely go for much less than what it normally retails for. Not to mention its for a good cause. :)
Mountain Tools alone donated 650$ worth of stuff, including some high-end clothing (jacket/pants, can't recall).
Cheers,
Darshan
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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I'm hoping to go .... need to support people in times of trouble.lrl
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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hey there, say.. i would come, and just volunteer.. but i have no money and can't go anywhere... i am just a sister of a climber.. and i have my own boys... and now grandkids... so i am very in tune to praying and watching over guys that need a helping hand---as the good lord has been helpping my brotherse and my sons all these years... and my grandkids too....
i wish i could do more... sorry can't be there... best wishes to all... and am praying the very best for micah, as he faces this new begining of such a hard challenge...
press-on for victory, micah... you will see it, in the long run...
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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neebee, if I had to pick one or the other, money or prayers, I'd choose your prayers. lrl
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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hey there lynne.. say, i came back to touch base, to see who was going to get to show up there for the benefit..
say, i jsut saw your note about the pryaers.. and i am joining you on that feeling...you are so very right, you know... i say this, as i remember some very very scary times when my kids were sick, and such... and whatever bits of money we had, we not of much use at times liek that...
but the pryaers got us by... and it touched my heart so deep that i never ever forget that... hence, i will always keep offereing... one just never knows the limits, with such... stilll, though... even the money can show up, when least expected, by a few good prayes, too... :)....
and even once, i really did get to hlep some friedns, when i never thought i could...
say, you just encouraged, me, lynnne... more prayers for micah and this great benefit!!!...
i will look forward to seeing what wonders will take place from you all and all that has been donated...
* didn't they say micah has three young kids? i hope they are doing well, as they must miss their father so very much...
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Social climber
valley center, ca
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neebee, somewhere I saw a picture of 3 darling young daughters.
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Fluoride
Trad climber
Hollywood, CA
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Neebee yes, Micah's a father of three. Simply adores his kids and is a great dad.
I have some good pics of him on Wangerbanger and O'Kelley's Crack. I just gotta find the disc.
Keeping my fingers crossed for a speedy recovery. If anyone can come back from this, it's Micah.
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salad
climber
Escondido
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darsh -
nothing to do with gear or whether i want to.. just not sure yet. work is nuts and two young-ungs make commiting to mid week stuff tough... if i can, i'll be there.
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esoteric1
Trad climber
san dieco, ca
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2 daughters and one young son, hey....say, i think i was there for the wangerbangers deal too...who are you?
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darshahlu
Trad climber
Irvine, CA
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Hi, if you guys have pictures please send them to me at darshahlu_nospam@gmail.com (remove the _nospam).
Kia and I will be putting together a slide show.
Thanks,
Darshan
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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hey there ... say, thanks for the info on the kids... it always hurts when kids dont get to have their daddy home... extra prayers for all.... thanks for the share...
also, too, kids can inspire one to press-on in ways that even adults can't always do.... :)
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Fluoride
Trad climber
Hollywood, CA
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Hey Mark, yes you and I were there that day with Micah.
It was you, me, Micah and Bob so that pretty much tells ya :)
I'll drop you an e-mail and we'll catch up.
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poop_tube
Big Wall climber
33° 45' N 117° 52' W
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Topic Author's Reply - Jul 9, 2008 - 02:14am PT
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bump!
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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hey there ...bump... there is a benefit is july 10th... if anyone new, needs to know...
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darshahlu
Trad climber
Irvine, CA
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i'm looking forward to this event! just a day away...
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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hey there darshalu.... let us know how it goes... just a last minute bump, i reckon.. perhaps latter tomorrow afternoon, it will get one or two more bumps....
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darshahlu
Trad climber
Irvine, CA
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Jul 10, 2008 - 02:10pm PT
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sure, i'll be taking pictures so i'll post em up after!
peace
d
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snowey
Trad climber
San Diego
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Jul 10, 2008 - 04:47pm PT
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Happy Birthday to me!!!
Today is my 26th birthday and some friends and I are going to Micah's fundraiser thing at the comedy store. Beat on the street is, its going to be a good time.
Get better Micah!
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Jul 10, 2008 - 05:12pm PT
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hey there snowey... say, happy birthday to you.... :)
bump, of course for micah..., say, you just reminded me that today is my ex-son-law's wife's birthday...
good day for a benefit, meggin, micah, and all ... :)
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salad
climber
Escondido
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Jul 10, 2008 - 06:12pm PT
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looks like im gonna make it. apologies for not being able to rsvp prior.
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salad
climber
Escondido
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Jul 11, 2008 - 12:18pm PT
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yeah! this was a good time! i showed up a little late so didnt get to mingle much, but did get to chat with kia for a bit. got outbid on that awesome pic of cerro torre, but the wife was happy with the turquoise pendent.
laughed so hard i was cryin a coupla times...good stuff.
hope proceeds were as expected...
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snowey
Trad climber
San Diego
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Jul 11, 2008 - 02:17pm PT
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Indeed it was a fun time. I haven't laughed that hard in a while.
I too hope that the fundraising was as successful as the punchlines.
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esoteric1
Trad climber
san dieco, ca
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Jul 11, 2008 - 04:08pm PT
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im not sure there were expectations, we were all pleasently suprised, what a great night!
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rhyang
Ice climber
SJC
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Jul 11, 2008 - 04:10pm PT
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Happy to hear things went well ! Thinking positive thoughts for Micah .. hopefully he can start intensive rehab soon.
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salad
climber
Escondido
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Jul 11, 2008 - 04:13pm PT
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eso - thanks for sharin the rollie!
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Jul 11, 2008 - 04:14pm PT
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hey there rhyang... say, they have an update at micah's website.... they moved him again, it said...
say, they hope he will be speaking better soon, though ... sure do hope, as you do, that some rehab can happen....
http://www.micah-retz.com (the status link, to hit, for info, is with other links, on the left side)
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darshahlu
Trad climber
Irvine, CA
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Jul 11, 2008 - 04:16pm PT
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Hey guys! Indeed it was great! Micah's family raised a lot of money; fun times; and lots of cool people. Thanks every one that came!
Salad, sorry for working you up to bid on that print then fighting ya for it..but I couldn't see it go for that little! Good to meet you too.
I'll post the photos later.
Cheers guys
D
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salad
climber
Escondido
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Jul 11, 2008 - 04:18pm PT
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darsh - thats what we were there for, im glad you got it! good to meet you too. lot of good vibes there last night.
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rhyang
Ice climber
SJC
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Jul 11, 2008 - 04:43pm PT
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neebee - yes, I'd been keeping up with the website. From what I've read his injury is incomplete, but even with complete injuries, a good rehab program is essential.
Here are some pics from when I was in SCVMC this past fall :
http://flickr.com/photos/rhyang/sets/72157602072085777/
I knew I'd been paralyzed from the time I tried to unbuckle my seat belt and couldn't. I thought I'd never get out of the chair, but I did -
Micah deserves a fighting chance.
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darshahlu
Trad climber
Irvine, CA
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Jul 14, 2008 - 12:10am PT
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Here are some photos from the event last Thursday.
-Darshan
The Comedy Store
The Show Room
Micah's sister Meggin running the raffles
One of the comedians
Lots of goodies donated
The t-shirt
Micah's Mom Holly and Sister Meggin
Mark and Katrina wearing the t-shirts
Supertopo's salad and pooptube
Amon and Gabe McNealy, Me and Kia
My friends Natalie, Nick, Jake, Jasmine, and John
The whole lot of us
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Meggin (sister)
climber
san diego, ca
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Jul 14, 2008 - 02:53pm PT
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The Comedy Store was amazing! Thank you so much to EVERYONE who contributed, showed up, and overall supported us! We made $9,000!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! What a great start!
NEXT EVENT-
August 20th, Wednesday night, 6-11pm
The Dream Catcher Lounge at Viejas Casino, Alpine, CA
Bingo and Poker Tournament with prizes for winners (you don't win cash, since it's a benefit)
$20 to enter, includes entry to games, free non-alcoholic drinks, DJ JustOne, MC Dick, and Magic show by Kenny from America's Got Talent!
RAFFLE AND SILENT AUCTION with great prizes!
21 and up
It should be a blast!
We'd love to see you here too!
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tad
Social climber
puerto natales chile
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Jul 23, 2008 - 11:00am PT
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hello i hope micah is ok and he is better now .iam from patagonia .i meet micah in peru we been climbing in huaraz ,, i took lots of photos doing slackline and.bouldering.. that one you stamp in the tshirt too ,is great job you doing guys realy good news .my name is tadeo .please say hello and a big hug to micah .and good luck with the next event sound great event .ok .thanks bye ....
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Jul 24, 2008 - 12:49am PT
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hey there rhyang... say, thanks for the share...
i have been so happy to hear your success story... a friend of mine from san jose (who oddly lived in michigan before i did).... well, he never got well from his broken neck and is a quad in a chair.... but he drove from mich, to san jose to live....
really neat guy, yet, from what i have recently learned, he is going down hill---he broke his neck when he was 17....
i keep rooting any and all guys that have accident, because the good lord has been so good to those we know and love through their adventures, and they have had some "awesome" saves..... THUS is only RIGHT to pass this hope, love and encouragement for successs to those that have been hurt, and face hard things SO THAT THEY will in turn get some kind of A RICH SAVE in the hard areas that they face....
everyone needs folks in there corner.... a good team can reach the finish line, no matter how long it takes...
thaks rhyang...
say at MICAH AND SIS AND FAMILY:
congrats for the great raffle funds.... wow, this is wonderful news... hope the next one will be wonderful, too...
say----bump for micah and his family!!!!!!!!!!!!
keep to trail, micah... you may not see it all now, but there are spectacular views on some of the high points along hard trails--- views that others will never see or appreaciate... god bless to you!
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rhyang
Ice climber
SJC
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Jul 24, 2008 - 11:50am PT
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neebee - thanks for the email. I haven't gotten a chance to reply as yet, but I wanted to mention a few things here.
Spinal cord injury is irreparable damage to the central nervous system. Once CNS tissue dies, it cannot be repaired or healed. Experiments in rats don't translate to the human body as yet. Maybe someday .. but for now SCI means permanent disability.
I've got a list of things about my body that I wish worked properly after my accident, but it's not really important to mention them all here. Suffice it to say I'm getting on with my life despite them.
The rehab program I went to had a good peer support program. Every week paras and quads from the community came and visited with new patients. These are people who have been living with SCI for many years. It was led by a guy in a powerchair who had broken his neck nearly 20 years ago. They had a lot of advice and support for us.
I remember one guy who had broken his neck in a diving accident and was a quad as a result. I was in rehab in September, and he had just been to Burning Man -- he'd ridden his powerchair around the playa. Seemed like he'd had a good time.
There was another guy who came to visit me who had become a para in his teens due to a tumor in his spine. He'd gone on to get an engineering degree, worked for a defense contractor and owned his own home. He had a lot of advice for me about life in a wheelchair. He brought me news clippings about Mark Wellman's ascent of Half Dome and had himself done quite a few trails in his chair.
I'm only 11 months into recovery, but I know it is going to take years and there is still a lot of hard work ahead. Life will never be the same as before. I am told that the process of "rewiring" in the CNS takes years, and a lot of hard physical work to retrain. Recovery from SCI is rarely ever complete - people almost never get everything back they had before. There are no guarantees, except that if you don't try you don't succeed.
Just a couple of weeks after the accident I could not feed myself, dress myself, or use a bedpan on my own. I could not even sit up in bed without help. What would have happened to me if I had been parked in a nursing home ?
On a related note, here's a news article from earlier this year :
http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2008/02/17/INMSV3G2E.DTL
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Meggin (sister)
climber
san diego, ca
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Dream Catcher Lounge
Viejas Casino
Alpine, Ca
Wednesday, August 20th, 2008
6-10 pm
21 and Up
$20 ticket
Entry Price Includes: unlimited non-alcoholic drinks,
Entry to poker tournament and bingo with prizes for winners, DJ JustOne, and Magic Show
Raffle & Silent Auction
All proceeds help support Micah and his children
On June 1st, 2008, Micah, an Alpine local, avid rock climber, and single father to three, injured himself while diving at Cedar Creek Falls, in Ramona, Ca. He was flown to Palomar Medical Center and was declared a quadriplegic upon admission. He broke his neck and is currently undergoing extensive medical treatment. Due to his physical, mental, and spiritual strength, he has already shown movement in the arms and has sensation in his legs. If anyone can walk away from this, it will be Micah. We are trying to raise enough money to cover medical expenses, take care of his children, and send him to a promising rehabilitation center. We, his family and friends, have no doubt that if there is a way, he will find it!
Donations Accepted at any Washington Mutual, Benevolent Account under Micah Retz
http://www.Micah-Retz.com
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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hey there meggin... say, i was wondering how micah was doing.. had not seen any updates at the website...
bump for the aug benefit...
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Aug 16, 2008 - 10:47pm PT
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hey there... bump for micah:
Dream Catcher Lounge
Viejas Casino
Alpine, Ca
Wednesday, August 20th, 2008
6-10 pm
21 and Up
$20 ticket
Entry Price Includes: unlimited non-alcoholic drinks,
Entry to poker tournament and bingo with prizes for winners, DJ JustOne, and Magic Show
Raffle & Silent Auction
say, there, meggin... had not seen any updates... on micah's site... sure hope is doing well... and sure hope the kids and family are too.... there is always a spot along these hard trails where depression or simply just weariness can set in, as to the on-going continual hard work at mastering such trails....
sure do hope all is well... i am sending you good cheer there, meggin... give your brother a good boost, too... god bless and many prayers....
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poop_tube
Big Wall climber
33° 45' N 117° 52' W
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 19, 2008 - 03:33pm PT
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Hey All! Benefit tomorrow night!
I went to visit him on Sunday. He is doing much better. Bicep and tricep movement. He is mobile on his wheelchair.
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rhyang
Ice climber
SJC
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Aug 19, 2008 - 03:37pm PT
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WOO-HOO !! Great news !
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Aug 19, 2008 - 06:37pm PT
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hey there... say, ....bump..... and i will cheer right along with rhyang.... great news... :)
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rhyang
Ice climber
SJC
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Aug 20, 2008 - 11:02am PT
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btw I take it he is now in an SCI rehab program ?
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Aug 21, 2008 - 12:06am PT
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hey there all... say, if you have NOT yet seen the updates at micah's website... head on over there...
it is GREAT news... !!! ...
also, a bump for the benefit, soon to come....
say, rhyang, this website will answer your questions, too, i think:
http://www.micah-retz.com
*hit the CURRENT STATUS on the left side (yellow print)
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addiroid
Big Wall climber
Long Beach, CA
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Aug 21, 2008 - 02:28am PT
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I know I have met the guy, but don't know him. Did you show up one night late like 1am to the start of the Prow/SouthFace/SkullQueen jamming some Zepplin and drinking some brews??
Anyways, from a Physical Therapist who isn't climbing sh#t anymore because he is working too much, here's $50 bucks to your paypal acct. Best of luck in your recovery!!!!
Sorry to hear this happened to such a rad dude!!!
Paul Addison, MPT, CSCS
http://www.mvpsc.com
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rhyang
Ice climber
SJC
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Aug 22, 2008 - 01:12am PT
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Me too (clicked paypal button). Never met Micah, but I have come to realize how few degrees of separation between climbers there really are.
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Gene Pool
Trad climber
A trailer park in Santa Cruz
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Aug 22, 2008 - 03:49pm PT
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I met Micah two Winters ago on dinner ledge on the Column. It was the coldest day of the year when all the citrus froze and he was doing Southern Man I think. We listened to music and enjoyed the great winter views of Half Dome. I was really sad to hear that he got injured. I am however really glad he didn't knock any rocks off from the final couple pitches, otherwise I might be taking donations! There was sand and pebbles raining down all night and we slept in our helmets. He must be a graceful climber.
I enjoyed meeting him and wish him the best recovery. I encourage any others to donate a bit to his fund. Every little bit helps. Many of us (even with insurance) aren't far from being in need of help due to sickness or long-term injury and it is a blessing to be in the position of helper!!!!! Good luck dude!
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poop_tube
Big Wall climber
33° 45' N 117° 52' W
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 26, 2008 - 06:24pm PT
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thanks everyone for your help! Ya, that was me with him on Washington Column. I still have pictures of your brother. I'll send them to you when I get the chance. That was friggin cold up there!
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Oct 16, 2008 - 09:36pm PT
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hey there all... say, seems there had not been an update for awhile for micah, and then, when it came, i missed it...
say, here is link for the latest update for those that know micah...
sounds like more good news... still hard work, of course... but the update says his kids are giving him some new joy, too...
and much money is going into needs for at home, etc...
http://www.micah-retz.com/index.php?page=status
say, here's a bump for micah's friends...
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poop_tube
Big Wall climber
33° 45' N 117° 52' W
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Topic Author's Reply - Oct 17, 2008 - 10:54pm PT
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I went to visit him last Sunday and he is doing very well. He is able to brush his teeth! As a matter of fact i had lunch with him and he fed himself. Then we watched a movie in the theater. He's on his way to recovery but still a long ways, slowly, like a tenuous aid climb. He is inching his way. No mixed climbing for him this season. Maybe next season :-)
He still needs help raising funds. ANYTHING would be appreciated!
Much love,
Kia
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rhyang
climber
SJC
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Nov 17, 2008 - 12:49pm PT
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How quickly time flies, I missed this earlier .. anyway, it's really good news.
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Dec 14, 2008 - 06:39pm PT
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hey there, thanks captain... or skully...
say there, megan... hope micah is doing fine... does he have a computer?
many happy warm wishes for him and his kids... i hope the holidays will turn out special in ways new and wonderful that he may not have expected...
HAPPY HOLIDAYS MICAH!...
hope the house is shaping up so it will be easy for you to get around...
hope all the health issues are progressing into new strenth... god bless your holidays...
and blessing to megan and all, even though i dont know you all--sure hope you dont mind some good cheer from a stranger here at supertopo!....
hope some more folks that know micah will jump in too!
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Anastasia
climber
Not here
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Dec 14, 2008 - 07:01pm PT
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Bump! I am very glad to hear and cheering him on for so much more. Keep the faith for "the mind shall lead where the body will follow." Keep visualizing succeeding the next step and going for it. If cancer has taught me anything, it is that we really can overcome the extreme.
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Dec 14, 2008 - 09:34pm PT
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hey there... hope you all won't mind if i bump this a few times, until christmas/new years passes on by...
:)
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Dec 15, 2008 - 09:26pm PT
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hey there .... bump... then i will wait until next week... okay?
hapy christmas, to you micah...
say, megan... keep being his wonderful sister!
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Dec 16, 2008 - 11:36pm PT
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hey there .... bump....
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jeff constine
Trad climber
Ao Namao
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Oct 20, 2016 - 09:52am PT
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Except Micha Can climb Floride. I mean lead climb. You on the other hand lol
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Levy
Big Wall climber
Calabasas
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Oct 20, 2016 - 11:35am PT
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Yet another example of Medusa (aka-Jeff Constine) being a complete d#@&%ebag.
Dude, can you not denigrate others for even a moment? Your negativity is a strong sign of some major psychological issues you seem to have. Stop casting shade on others. Please?
Come to think of it, Beth isn't even posting on this site anymore. People like you drove her away.
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