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unimog
climber
windy corner in the west
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Oct 24, 2007 - 09:42am PT
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Hi Amy And Kids
There is not a month that goes by that the thought of Todd does not creep in to my mined he tuched all of us in one way or another.
ill think of him on the 28th.
Sasha
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inhisfootsteps
Sport climber
the heart of WY.
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Oct 24, 2007 - 01:56pm PT
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Hey Aunt Amy, Hannah, Jake, and Sarah,
I have been thinking about you all a lot during this past year and all this past week. You guys are all strong, I know that. I miss the times in Lander that we shared and I hope you guys will come down to see us soon, we missed you a couple weeks ago. Hopefully I will get to see your bright faces soon, I love you and miss you all to pieces. I know your dad is always with you all. There is no doubt about it. Keep staying strong!
Besos,
Becca
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John Gans
climber
Lander, Wyoming
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Oct 24, 2007 - 04:33pm PT
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Dear Amy, Hannah, Jake and Sarah,
You're all in my thoughts these days as we have passed the one year mark of losing Tod. I spent more time on airplanes and in airports with Tod that I spent with him at the crags. It seemed we were always on the early flight out of Riverton together or on the late flight back home. If not there it was in the ballroom of the Waldorf Astoria.
The late flight back to Riverton seemed like it was always long, cold and dark. I loved it when Tod was on the flight, he brought life to the small airplane and made the journey go quick. Of course he also wanted it to go quick, because whenever he was headed home he was always so anxious to see all of you!! He could hardly contain himself with the excitement of getting back to his family.
My thoughts are with you all this week!!
Regards.
john
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Bldrjac
Ice climber
Boulder
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Oct 24, 2007 - 10:39pm PT
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Amy,
Pam Roberts here. Just to let you know that Todd will be part of my "Dia de los muertos" celebration in my classes this year...he was a phenomenal man, and I admire your fortitude in living large this past year. It's inspirational, and I'll try to impart both of you guys' strength and zest for life on to my h.s. kids.
My best to you and the kids...
abrazos,
Pam
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IkeH20
climber
NY
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Oct 28, 2007 - 04:20pm PT
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Here are some photos of the Skinner kids from August 07, along with a few that include Todd from 2006. Happy Birthday!
Hannah 2007
Sarah 2007
Jake 2007
Jake and Todd at Inspiration Point 2006
Hannah at Hidden Falls 2006
Todd with the Skinner and Ike kids looking for fish on Jenny Lake
Kara
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amy skinner
Social climber
lander, wyoming
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Last Sunday, October 28, on what would have been Todd's 49th birthday, we had a great celebration in his memory at Red Canyon. Friends from New York to California sent rocks to add to our Daddy wall. The weather was perfect and family and friends joined us to begin stacking rocks and rememberances, including stones from the summit of Ulamertorsuaq, crystals from the Black Hills, limestone from the Cayman Islands, and various momentos that Todd had smuggled back to Wyoming from his journeys through the years. Thank you to all our friends who sent or brought stories, worked to set the stone, and brought food and hugs to the party. Our hope is that we can continue to add stories, stones, and memories to our wall for many years. Our best wishes and Thanks to all of you.
Amy, Hannah, Sarah and Jake
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WBraun
climber
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Thanks Amy.
All the best to you and the kids.
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pyro
Big Wall climber
Ventura
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Amy!
thank-you for letting us see the pictures from the memorial. this year sucked because micheal reardon and todd Skinner have become part of this universe instead of being powerful mentors.
hope you understand
with love from topanga cyn
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elemental
Gym climber
Lander, Wyoming
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Nov 13, 2007 - 06:34pm PT
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IkeH20
Social climber
NY
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Nov 15, 2007 - 03:36pm PT
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Hi Amy! The photos of the Daddy wall are wonderful! A fitting tribute to a life well lived. The other day in the teacher's room one of my co-workers posed the question, "How do you teach resilience?" And from you, I know the answer...through optimism and positive attitude. You frequently say how fortunate you and the kids have been to have had each of us through this past year, but in fact, we are the lucky ones. We have learned resilience through you. Cheers to the Skinners!
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Nov 16, 2007 - 04:07am PT
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hey there dear amy... thank you for sharing your rock-dedication, for your daddy-wall... there is nothing like a daddy... honor lives on....
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Conner
Social climber
on the road
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Dec 10, 2007 - 04:25pm PT
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Dear Amy,
Thinking of you and the kids as the holidays approach. I know that Todd lives on in all of our hearts and minds. It is lovely to see him in your kids... that smile, those sparkling eyes. The Daddy Wall is a beautiful tribute and such a lovely way to keep him close. You are an inspiration to us all, Amy. I am happy to hear that you have all come through the first year so very well. Not without pain and sadness, I know... but still loving and open to life. Be guided always by your heart.
Here's wishing you a very Merry Christmas and may the New Year bring many more Blessings for each of you.
Namaste,
Connie Self
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IkeH20
Social climber
NY
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Oct 22, 2008 - 04:18pm PT
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Flowers for a friend...hard to believe it's been two years.
Peace.
Columbine Snowy Range, WY 2008
Indian Paintbrush Snowy Range, WY 2008
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426
climber
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Oct 23, 2011 - 09:07am PT
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5 years gone, they go so quick jmo. RIP.
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Conrad
climber
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Oct 23, 2011 - 09:52am PT
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Thanks for the inspiration Todd.
Our thoughts are with Amy, the three kids and Todd's extended family.
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Crimpergirl
Sport climber
Boulder, Colorado!
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Oct 23, 2011 - 09:53am PT
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Five years. Wow.
RIP Todd.
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Amy Skinner Underwood
climber
Mancos, CO
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Oct 23, 2011 - 11:13am PT
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5 years later and life is good. We miss Todd every day and continue to tell his stories and laugh at great memories. Thank you for remembering him and for thinking our way.
the Skinner Family
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Tony Bird
climber
Northridge, CA
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Oct 23, 2011 - 11:23am PT
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sweet--
i interviewed todd by telephone once for an article i did on the organ mountains in new mexico, a place he was drawn to, but had trouble getting belayers back up there. his climbing in africa was inspirational--thanks for bumping this thread.
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