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amyjo
Trad climber
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Topic Author's Original Post - Aug 20, 2016 - 09:40pm PT
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Dear Friends at Supertopo,
This family of climbers,
some of whom I don't know; but many of whom I do,
Steve & I have known each other since the 70's. Bouldering, Soloing, Sharing a house. As little as one month ago, we enjoyed hours of animated conversation at the Cheeseboard.
Thursday night, 2 days after his birthday,
Steve suffered a major stroke.
This super charming, amazingly talented, sunny, determined man can't talk, or write.
YET !
Many weeks and months of rehabilitation to come.
Having a place to rent in the Bay Area (near Berkeley)- when he gets out - is highest on the list. I know he had planned to start looking – in Scuffy time.
So,
your assistance with ideas and suggestions is earnestly sought.
and your good thoughts
and your prayers.
Background
The circumstances surrounding it are somewhat cloudy.
He was found alone, wandering around the Santa Cruz Wrecking Co. who called an ambulance that took him to Santa Clara Valley Hospital in San Jose.
Where he is now
and will be staying
for an indeterminate, but not minor, amount of time.
No one knew.
(I got a call from a social worker who somehow found my number.)
When I went into the calm so quiet room, his face lit up like a candle.
So I went and helped connect him with his family - but you are his family too.
All your responses on ST, not just the threads of birthday wishes - speak to how charmed we all are.
A true companion on this astounding agonizing beautiful trip called being a climber.
Next week should be good for visitors.
I'll post more when I know more.
He can't dredge up so many words yet
but is Fully Cognisant of all that is said
and throws in a few words and nods yes or no vigorously.
And mentally jousting with you all will be all to the good.
Thank you.
Amy Jo Fillin
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Daphne
Trad climber
Northern California
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Aug 20, 2016 - 09:44pm PT
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Oh this is terrible to hear. Thank you Amy Jo for letting us know. I want to come visit when he can have visitors. Please keep us updated. Will be keeping an ear open for Berkeley housing. Id offer my house but there are a ton of stairs.
Is he down in SantaCruz now?
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couchmaster
climber
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Aug 20, 2016 - 09:48pm PT
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My thoughts and prayers are with you ScuffyB! May your recovery be full and fast!
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ß Î Ø T Ç H
Boulder climber
ne'er–do–well
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Aug 20, 2016 - 09:53pm PT
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Godspeed.
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10b4me
Mountain climber
Retired
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Aug 20, 2016 - 09:53pm PT
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Sorry to hear this. Best wishes for a full recovery.
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, CA
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Aug 20, 2016 - 09:58pm PT
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WTF!!! Let me consume this first, but I may be able to help. I'll do what I can.
Keep us posted on updates!!!! Good thread to keep going.
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Aug 20, 2016 - 10:11pm PT
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Oh man, Mr Smooth, that's terrible!
Keep heel toeing, secret handshaking up the pitch! Breathe!
I may be making a trip out there this fall . I'll include you in my plans.
There are a lot of people around to help don't hesitate to ask!
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marty(r)
climber
beneath the valley of ultravegans
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Aug 20, 2016 - 10:18pm PT
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DAMN!
There is an apartment in my building, here in the Mission, but current market rate is akin to a toenail rotation.
I'll keep an ear to the ground. Please, Amy, let me/us know if there's anything that would help out.
Marty
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Todd Gordon
Trad climber
Joshua Tree, Cal
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Aug 20, 2016 - 10:23pm PT
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Stay strong..listen to the doctors..rest up.... I
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Ed Hartouni
Trad climber
Livermore, CA
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Aug 20, 2016 - 10:24pm PT
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so so sorry to hear this
best wishes to you Steve
and thank you Amy Jo. As soon as I can I'll be over for a visit.
And also keep a lookout for possible places.
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ablegabel
Trad climber
Livermore, CA
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Aug 20, 2016 - 10:51pm PT
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So sorry to hear about this sad news. Hang in there buddy!
Steve is such a wonderful and sweet human being. I hope his recovery goes well. All my best wishes...and more!
-Eric Gabel
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Mungeclimber
Trad climber
Nothing creative to say
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Aug 20, 2016 - 10:56pm PT
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Oh noooo!
Steve! Pulling the good thoughts your way right now!
Amy thank you!
I'll be watching for updates and how to help.
SPH climbs are waiting Steve, heal fast!
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Stephen McCabe
Trad climber
near Santa Cruz, CA
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Aug 21, 2016 - 01:23am PT
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Scuffy has come back from some tough injuries before. Very sorry to hear about it. I hope Mr. Smooth is back climbing the wide with pride again sooner than we expect.
Stephen
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JEleazarian
Trad climber
Fresno CA
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Aug 21, 2016 - 02:05am PT
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Prayers and best wishes coming your way, Steve.
John
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survival
Big Wall climber
Terrapin Station
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Aug 21, 2016 - 02:11am PT
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Rough news. So very glad scuffy has a good community around him.
Heal well and strong scuffy!
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Gnome Ofthe Diabase
climber
Out Of Bed
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Aug 21, 2016 - 02:37am PT
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Ho no, blessings and may . The light and energy of healing of love find you and scuffy
I watched as the birthday greetings thread filled . A sensitive wonderfully poised
Very well loved member of the tribe.
I've lit a candle, my wife's been woken and our concern for you and
Steve will be in our prayers
a devotion of the next few days wil be to bring the healing energy of love to you.
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Aug 21, 2016 - 03:07am PT
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hey there say, amy jo... oh my... i just stopped here, at a fast, impulse, and FOUND and READ this... :O :(
so very sad to hear this... santa cruz, has been special to me, and to hear this sad event, for scuffy b, stephen, here, IS very sad...
for you, scrufy b:
we are here, whatever we can do, STEPHEN...
in your corner...
can we send cards, or something...
please, keep us updated...
prayers, and best wishes, to get well, for you...
and, amy jo, LET US KNOW what else we can do...
GOING TO PRAY now...
thank god, he was found, before something more worse happened, :O
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eeyonkee
Trad climber
Golden, CO
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Aug 21, 2016 - 05:32am PT
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Oh man! Jaybro and I were just talking him at Vedauwoo -- just saying how incredible he looked for being significantly older than us. We'll be thinking about you, Steve.
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Crimpergirl
Sport climber
Boulder, Colorado!
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Aug 21, 2016 - 06:15am PT
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Best wishes and healing vibes. Thanks for letting us know. While some of us don't get to see him (and others) as much as we'd like, we still think of you and care.
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Gnome Ofthe Diabase
climber
Out Of Bed
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Aug 21, 2016 - 06:20am PT
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At the top for all your prayers
We mostly live our lives apart from the ones, who matter, bring us wisdom by their actions,
By the way they share, as they walk through life.
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SteveW
Trad climber
The state of confusion
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Aug 21, 2016 - 06:21am PT
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Best wishes to you both, Amy Jo and Steve.
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Levy
Big Wall climber
So Cal
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Aug 21, 2016 - 06:36am PT
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I am sorry to hear about this. While I do not live close, I would be happy to pay him a visit. I have enjoyed climbing with Steve on a few occasions and have always thought highly of him and his humble, casual demeanor. Get well soon my friend.
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MH2
Boulder climber
Andy Cairns
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Aug 21, 2016 - 06:39am PT
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Hearing that his face lit up when he saw his friend is good news. Thanks for letting us know and best wishes for the days ahead.
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SC seagoat
Trad climber
Santa Cruz, Moab, A sailboat, or some time zone
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Aug 21, 2016 - 07:12am PT
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I just can't believe this. Michael and I are stunned.
It's really too much to take in.
He will heal. He's as tough as they come.
Susan and Michael
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mtnyoung
Trad climber
Twain Harte, California
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Aug 21, 2016 - 07:18am PT
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Wow, this is hard to believe and hard to wake up to. Scuffy?
It sound's like you've got some work ahead of you. You'll have a lot of support. Amy will you keep us posted (at least until Steve can keep us posted himself)?
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rmuir
Social climber
From the Time Before the Rocks Cooled.
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Aug 21, 2016 - 07:47am PT
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Fate is like a strange, unpopular restaurant, filled with odd waiters who bring you things you never asked for and don't always like.—Daniel Handler, a.k.a., Limony Snicket
Damn. A series of unfortunate events!
Get well, Steve. And best wishes for a speedy and complete recovery…
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Doug Robinson
Trad climber
Santa Cruz
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Aug 21, 2016 - 07:59am PT
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Steve,
You're ambulatory, that's great.
Not at all surprised you were wandering the wrecking yard. You knew those backwater places, appreciated them. You once sent me up old rail lines at the foot of Pacific Avenue where there were hidden thickets of marshy life. Knew all the history, matter-of-factly presented.
Your OW monster in the redwoods, down by the creek was a kinetic sculpture. Didn't move, though it kept growing. But we had to get kinetic to appreciate its subtle fiendishness, and you were always encouraging, offering worthy beta like the master you are, while your invited guests flailed and failed, lowered out proud with road rash.
Heal, Man! I'll come around to check on you.
Cheers anyway,
Doug
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WBraun
climber
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Aug 21, 2016 - 08:20am PT
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He was found alone, wandering around the Santa Cruz Wrecking Co.
Was he looking for car parts and is his car still parked there?
Wow so terrible.
I do hope he recovers well, he's a very nice man ......
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Linda Jarit
climber
ca
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Aug 21, 2016 - 08:24am PT
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So sorry to hear this Scuffy.
Wishing you a full and speedy recovery.
-Linda
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Chaz
Trad climber
greater Boss Angeles area
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Aug 21, 2016 - 08:28am PT
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phylp
Trad climber
Upland, CA
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Aug 21, 2016 - 08:33am PT
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This is upsetting news.
Best wishes for a quick recovery, Scuffy. Everybody knows how tough you are, you'll be back from this soon, I bet.
Phyl
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NutAgain!
Trad climber
South Pasadena, CA
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Aug 21, 2016 - 09:07am PT
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Hi Scuffy, I'm sending you good thoughts and prayers to heal quickly. Lots of people in this world are pulling for you.
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scuffy b
climber
heading slowly NNW
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Aug 21, 2016 - 09:08am PT
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It makes noise
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hooblie
climber
from out where the anecdotes roam
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Aug 21, 2016 - 09:10am PT
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good vibrations!
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Daphne
Trad climber
Northern California
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Aug 21, 2016 - 09:17am PT
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Yay Steve! We love you! Praying for you. And I'm dancing for you today and sending all the energy your way. Xoxo
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skcreidc
Social climber
SD, CA
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Aug 21, 2016 - 09:22am PT
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This news sucks! Hoping and praying for a fast recovery Scruffy.
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SC seagoat
Trad climber
Santa Cruz, Moab, A sailboat, or some time zone
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Aug 21, 2016 - 09:22am PT
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Yes yes yes! What Daphne said....ahhhh but I won't be doing the dancing part.
I'll go kayaking for you. Yes. That's the energy I'll send to you!!!!
Susan
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thebravecowboy
climber
The Good Places
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Aug 21, 2016 - 09:29am PT
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strong healing medicine your way Scuffy. Never met you or even interacted on the Taco, but you is a being writ large in the world of tough-ass rock clamberers. That grit of yours, plus this wide web of well-wishing admirants will see you through this tough spot. We believe in you!
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Levy
Big Wall climber
So Cal
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Aug 21, 2016 - 09:33am PT
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Dude, he's posting here again! Recovery underway! !
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mouse from merced
Trad climber
The finger of fate, my friends, is fickle.
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Aug 21, 2016 - 09:35am PT
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"It makes noise"
Would you speak a bit louder?
(Half of us are hearing-impaired olfarts.)
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Ed Hartouni
Trad climber
Livermore, CA
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Aug 21, 2016 - 09:40am PT
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Peek-a-boo Velcro
Trad climber
Santa Cruz, CA
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Aug 21, 2016 - 09:43am PT
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Let's not drop the ball on this. Thanks Amy and Mike. See you soon Steve!
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Russ Walling
Social climber
from Poofters Froth, Wyoming
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Aug 21, 2016 - 09:43am PT
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Wow! Hang in there Scuff and best wishes for a speedy and complete recovery.
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guido
Trad climber
Santa Cruz/New Zealand/South Pacific
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Aug 21, 2016 - 09:48am PT
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Heal thyself Scuffy, you are a strong lad with lots of internal strength and will weather this. Time to switch from demanding OW to the easier friction of life.
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Gary Carpenter
climber
SF Bay Area
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Aug 21, 2016 - 09:54am PT
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It's great to see you posting up Steve.
See you soon.
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Ed Hartouni
Trad climber
Livermore, CA
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Aug 21, 2016 - 09:55am PT
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I think we were admiring Amy Jo's technique in that 1970's "how to climb" book...
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SC seagoat
Trad climber
Santa Cruz, Moab, A sailboat, or some time zone
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Aug 21, 2016 - 10:04am PT
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^^^^ This one?
Susan
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JOEY.F
Gym climber
It's not rocket surgery
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Aug 21, 2016 - 10:18am PT
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Wishing you well Scruffy!
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Aug 21, 2016 - 10:38am PT
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A cryptic Scuffy recovery message, yay!
Like the one he sent after his Yosemite accident.when I was worried an couldn't get hold of him
" helicopter ride over rated... You face up" read the cryptic text..
He's with us, folks!
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Melissa
Gym climber
berkeley, ca
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Aug 21, 2016 - 10:48am PT
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I'm just now seeing this. What a big, fat bummer that you need to go through this, Scuffy! Whoever is in the know and at the keyboard please let us know when visits are OK.
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c2
Trad climber
the road
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Aug 21, 2016 - 10:49am PT
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Steve, best wishes for a speedy and complete recovery! Sending positive thoughts your way. Carolyn Craig
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Tom Turrentine
Trad climber
Santa Cruz
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Aug 21, 2016 - 11:04am PT
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Oh wow, I want to see Steve. Please post any news for potential visits.
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thebravecowboy
climber
The Good Places
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Aug 21, 2016 - 11:52am PT
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and hell-yeah to you AmyJo for doing the right things here. and stealing my heart in that ol' SC how-to book that still graces my bookshelf, you know, the one I got for triple-double sale price and cherish more than even the second set of Kaukulators I just snagged for $25 on CL
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Bruce Morris
Trad climber
Belmont, California
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Aug 21, 2016 - 01:25pm PT
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Get well fast, Steve! The last time I saw you in the flesh was that day in 1977 that I wasn't feeling good and we backed off Piece de Resistance together. Always gracious, you let me go first off that old Higgins' single rap bolt while you backed it up with your body. Well, it didn't pop and we're both still here in space and time.
Endoplasticity (the recently discovered capacity of the brain to self-heal) will help you come back quickly I hope.
Have heard about your OW exploits vicariously of course, specifically that 25-footer headfirst fall you took out of me and Greg Murphy's Bin (5.10d OW) at Arch Rock. That's the main reason I turned the reins over to Murphy on the FA and glad now I did!
Get to work with that self-healing. With such an upbeat mind and positive attitude, you're bound to be back in the thick of it soon enough.
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steelmnkey
climber
Vision man...ya gotta have vision...
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Aug 21, 2016 - 01:45pm PT
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Sorry to hear this. Best wishes Scuffy for a full and complete recovery!
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Mei
Trad climber
mxi2000.net
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Aug 21, 2016 - 02:02pm PT
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Wow, least expected! Hope you return to your beloved dance floor in no time, Steve!
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Mike Bolte
Trad climber
Planet Earth
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Aug 21, 2016 - 02:14pm PT
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Just back from the hospital checking on Steve. I was delighted that he greeted me with a big smile and full sentence! He can string together five to eight word sentences, then get stuck on a word that comes out a bit crazy. Excellent use of all his body parts and he can write clearly although with the same curious thing that occasionally he substitutes a nonsense word for a real word. I think there was the same confusion in hearing some words too, so it required restating some questions.
Talking to Amy Jo about his condition yesterday he seems to have made significant improvements so that is good. Did not have a chance to talk to the physician attending him.
Steve's attitude was inspiring. Upbeat, smiling and laughing alot.
The story about what happened seems a bit confused. While I was there Ron Peek-a-boo Velcro showed up with a laptop and reviewed all the good wishes here and at Steve's Facebook page.
A poor phone shot.
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divad
Trad climber
wmass
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Aug 21, 2016 - 02:17pm PT
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Sorry to see this. May the recovery by swift and complete. Rock on Scuffy.
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Alexey
climber
San Jose, CA
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Aug 21, 2016 - 02:30pm PT
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Best wishes for you Steve and for good recovery.
What a scary name of this tread. The only good things that you already posting on it.
Scuffy did not fell 25 feet head first from the Bin, at least the time I was belayed him there in 2009 .But his knee was solidly stuck for good 40 minutes and this was probably even more terrifying..
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Bruce Morris
Trad climber
Belmont, California
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Aug 21, 2016 - 02:54pm PT
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Scuffy did not fell 25 feet head first from the Bin, at lest the time I was belayed him there in 2009.
Stories get bigger with each retelling!
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Chip Brejc
climber
South Lkae Tahoe
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Aug 21, 2016 - 04:22pm PT
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Steve, i hope you get well soon. I keep thinking we will run into each other in the valley or in some such place. Jaime Olsen just passed through Tahoe a few days ago. Amy - we knew each other from a few acupuncture sessions in Jackson. I'll look you guys up if i'm in Santa Cruz. Chip
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BLUEBLOCR
Social climber
joshua tree
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Aug 21, 2016 - 04:53pm PT
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oh man! Horible news, then fantastic news!
So glad to hear Scuffy your on the quick rebound:)
that's the power of prayer for ya(yes Ed it's true;)
Scuffy now take this flash of positiveness and run with it! you've been given a "reboot", so da speak.. you KNOW how to climb BAMAMA, now go lead it!(prolly a silly example tho) i really hope you grab Life by the horns and ride her every experience like the gift and prize they are!
You'll be up soon man, drive to be better than ever!!
Cheers
blueblocr
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nita
Social climber
chica de chico, I don't claim to be a daisy.
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Aug 21, 2016 - 05:30pm PT
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Scuffy, So sorry to hear you are in the Hospital with some health problems...This news saddens me.. but ..so really good to see you post-up some words for us....
Thanks.
Wishing you a full recovery...
Rest -up..
Take care..
Saludos,
Nita..
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bluering
Trad climber
Santa Clara, CA
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Aug 21, 2016 - 05:41pm PT
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Hang tough, Scuff!
Take it easy for a bit, and then get back after it. But take it easy for a while.
I hit the 'wall' a few months ago. Sucks. But you will recover. I know this!
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MH2
Boulder climber
Andy Cairns
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Aug 21, 2016 - 06:17pm PT
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Wonderful to see the updates. Very promising.
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WyoRockMan
climber
Grizzlyville, WY
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Aug 21, 2016 - 06:28pm PT
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Wishing you a speedy and full recovery.
I happy the progress is positive.
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Ed Hartouni
Trad climber
Livermore, CA
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Aug 21, 2016 - 06:51pm PT
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Brokedownclimber
Trad climber
Douglas, WY
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Aug 21, 2016 - 07:06pm PT
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I just saw this terrible--then positive--post. Although Scuffy and I haven't ever crossed paths, my heartfelt wishes for a fast and complete recovery.
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clinker
Trad climber
Santa Cruz, California
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Aug 21, 2016 - 07:56pm PT
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Steve, you always have a smile to share and warmth from the heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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stunewberry
Trad climber
Spokane, WA
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Aug 21, 2016 - 08:12pm PT
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Hey Steve
Hang tough. Sounds like prognosis is good. You are in my thoughts.
Eat a fig next.
Tom F.
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Daphne
Trad climber
Northern California
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Aug 21, 2016 - 08:34pm PT
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Im planning a visit-- heard Steve York wants to hitch a ride with me too. Am holding you in my thoughts and prayers often. Sent good juju from the dance floor today.
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drljefe
climber
El Presidio San Augustin del Tucson
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Aug 21, 2016 - 11:40pm PT
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Pullin for ya Scuff.
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amyjo
Trad climber
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 22, 2016 - 12:05am PT
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Dear ST
So many wonderful responses.
Thank you!! (from Scuffy who is delighted, and amused to have so many
people - old & new, checking in.) Thank you!!
UPDATE
Mike Bolte's post gives a pretty accurate idea of what's going on with language.
Clearly a lot of work ahead, but he is so willing and curious, and cheerful.
I do see clear improvement since the last visit. Yay.
ABOUT VISITING: conversation, friendly faces wanted
(See Peek-a Boo Velcro's post. Free parking)
There do not seem to be restrictions on visiting, so just common sense
The people here seem so attentive and helpful
He's in a shared room, so the person on the other side of the curtain
is sometimes trying to sleep.
Santa Clara Valley Memorial Hospital, San Jose
https://www.scvmc.org/contactus/Pages/default.aspx
Main Hospital
4th Floor
Department: TCMU
Room: MO97A
Good night.
Amy Jo
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susu
climber
East Bay, CA
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Aug 22, 2016 - 12:16am PT
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What a complete shock, Steve, so sorry to hear you are going through this. Reading more of the thread, we are feeling a little relief that you seem to be in good hands.
Why just yesterday I was thinking of you, practically invoking you really, for I was stuck in a wide climb. Not the first time I've thought of you when in this predicament. I thought Scuffy would not grovel nor swear, thrash and bellow. Our friend and climbing hero, here conjured, inspired problem solving and stamina, resting into the stuck spaces, appreciating every minute move of progress.
You see, you've got so much true grit it's infectious. We have every hope in your recovery. Anyway, life is precious so I must tell you: you are such a pleasure to hang out with, a gentle soul, receptive and caring. Please always know how well thought of you are, and how well loved. Take it easy and let us know if we may help in any way.
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Daphne
Trad climber
Northern California
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Aug 22, 2016 - 12:42am PT
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Susu you are an inspiration yourself! I will certainly invoke Scuffy's graceful spirit when next I am flummoxed by the wide.
Man, he appeared to me to be a god-like figure as i seconded sacherer cracker with him one long ago september. That last pitch. Oy vey.
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mouse from merced
Trad climber
The finger of fate, my friends, is fickle.
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Aug 22, 2016 - 02:03am PT
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I spoke yesterday to Amy just prior to her leaving to go visit Scuffy in the south bay from her place in Berkeley. She set me straight about my post on the second page of this thread, which I deleted later on.
The explanation is that I posted a nice picture of her and Richard, not Scuffy, but I've only met Richard one time (a very cool guy with a very similar look) and mistook him for Scuffy. She told me the situation with roommates, etc., which became clear to me, eventually. I can be a bit dense sometimes, as can we all.
So, not having met Scuffy, and seeing only the one big pic by Mike Bolte (hi Mike, we met at the Bridge in 2014), I posted based on what I thought I knew. This is posted to clear the air for those who may have noticed the deletion.
I will say, then, to Scuffy, keep making noise, take it one day at a time but keep looking forward to tomorrow. As with so many vigorous olfarts hereabouts, we never know when we will be in a similar situation.
Isn't that right, HIGH TRAVERSE?
Best of luck in finding a place, Scuffy, and stay out of wrecking yards!
Cheers, and a WIDE smile.
MFM
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goatboy smellz
climber
लघिमा
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Aug 22, 2016 - 03:15am PT
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You got this scuffy, best wishes for a rapid and complete recovery!
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healyje
Trad climber
Portland, Oregon
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Aug 22, 2016 - 06:04am PT
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Just got in from a trip to find this.
...would not grovel nor swear, thrash and bellow...
As good a testament as one could have.
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Aug 22, 2016 - 06:41am PT
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hey there say, ... will this address, where folks go to visit, will it
DO FOR CARDS, or not??
let us know, too, so we can send get well cards, :)
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Mike Friedrichs
Sport climber
City of Salt
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Aug 22, 2016 - 07:12am PT
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Scuffy I'm so sorry to hear about this. Sometimes it seems that life is all about getting up one more time than you get knocked down. With nearly 100 posts you can see that the whole tribe is behind you. Heal up, take care of yourself. We'll all meet in Joshua Tree again one of these Thanksgivings.
mike
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rincon
climber
Coarsegold
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Aug 22, 2016 - 07:14am PT
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Hope you get well soon Scuffy.
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Larry
Trad climber
Bisbee
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Aug 22, 2016 - 07:14am PT
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All my best to you, Steve.
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Darwin
Trad climber
Seattle, WA
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Aug 22, 2016 - 07:54am PT
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Thinking of you Scuffy. I have no doubt that you'll continue to be an inspiration to me. Thanks to Amy for keeping us informed and Ed H and the others for the photos.
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The Lisa
Trad climber
Da Bronx, NY
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Aug 22, 2016 - 08:00am PT
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Add my healing vibes to all the good wishes here, Scuffy. Here's to a full recovery.
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Ed Hartouni
Trad climber
Livermore, CA
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Aug 22, 2016 - 08:45am PT
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little Z
Trad climber
un cafetal en Naranjo
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Aug 22, 2016 - 08:53am PT
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Hey Scuffy,
don't think we've ever met, but sure it'd be fun if it happens sometime in the future. Hope you're out climbing again real soon. Do you remember your birds? Here's one that should be easy, it starts with your two most favorite letters, OW_?
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Happiegrrrl2
Trad climber
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Aug 22, 2016 - 09:07am PT
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The path ahead may be arduous and include a lot of bushwacking through unfamiliar terrain, but the view makes it all worthwhile. May your life be filled with many exceptional sights, sounds and experiences as you make your way forward.
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NutAgain!
Trad climber
South Pasadena, CA
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Aug 22, 2016 - 10:45am PT
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I had a short of a visit with Steve this morning, between dropping off kids at school and getting to the airport. His mind is lucid, familiar gleam in his eye :) Speech is partial, will probably take time and work to get it back. He seems to be handling the speech challenges with a zen-like patience; I suppose accepting reality works a lot better than getting all worked up about it.
Steve, I hope you realize how many people care for you! Maybe that will be a silver lining of all this.
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Marlow
Sport climber
OSLO
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Aug 22, 2016 - 10:48am PT
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My best wishes for Scuffy's recovery...
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amyjo
Trad climber
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 22, 2016 - 10:49am PT
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Velcro Peek a boo
Your assistance in Santa Cruz
Would be so valuable!
Can you please give me a call.
Many thanks,
Amy Jo
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amyjo
Trad climber
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 22, 2016 - 11:31am PT
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So many heartening responses
Thank you
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eeyonkee
Trad climber
Golden, CO
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Aug 22, 2016 - 11:33am PT
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Hey as long as you need to relearn to speak anyhow, maybe it would be fun to try to sound like Cary Grant -- or maybe Tony Curtis doing Cary Grant. Get well quickly Scuffy!
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Mungeclimber
Trad climber
Nothing creative to say
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Aug 22, 2016 - 11:38am PT
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Steve,
Repeat after me "I AM MR. SMOOTH. I GOT THIS."
:) smiles for miles :)
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labrat
Trad climber
Erik O. Auburn, CA
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Aug 22, 2016 - 05:05pm PT
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Bump! Healing thoughts going Scruffy's way.
Erik
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AMB
climber
CA
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Aug 22, 2016 - 05:09pm PT
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Hey Steve, Alan Bartlett here. I don't post much, but I lurk sometimes. I never knew who Scuffy B was, so I never paid any attention to that name. If I'd known, I would've looked more. Sorry to hear about your situation, but at least the pictures make it look like you're recovering. Glad to hear that you've continued to crank after all these years. I'll pass the info on to Dave Black. He never posts, but maybe he will. Get well, bro, I need someone who can still lead offwidths. I haven't been able to do it for years.
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Mungeclimber
Trad climber
Nothing creative to say
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Aug 22, 2016 - 10:58pm PT
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Saw Steve tonight after work. He looks good. Like said already, some challenges with words, but the ideas are right behind the brain/mouth connections. We chatted for about an hour or so.
I'm sure he would be stoked to have more visitors. I highly encourage it. Best thing for recovery would be languaged/verbal interaction. thx!
For any friends that want his email, hit me up. He lost a bunch of contacts in his phone a little while back. He also has a password reset issue on FB, so may not reply right away.
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BLUEBLOCR
Social climber
joshua tree
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Aug 22, 2016 - 11:19pm PT
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DMT, Best post ever!
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Gnome Ofthe Diabase
climber
Out Of Bed
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Aug 22, 2016 - 11:33pm PT
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No Blue, the post byBig AB'! That post is as great!
all this is where I suspend my disbelief keep Scuffy in your daily thoughts.
All the energy healing and comfort, sent your way on the visit to my favorite rocks today.
Placing some color( spray )
Big Al we climbed silent scream. No need to remember, it's a fantastic story though,
Katie Wilkerson..... Like the sword! . . . . . .Add the sound of swords clashing
I think more needs to be said .... With Big A I mind And the commander of the British forces during WII we chose those two names So
The name we choose for my son share the initials 'A' 'M'.
Live music all ways, cradle to a save . . . by the devil instead of the grave
A Drop, I mean a drop, of smokey bourbon raised.
Love you too man ! ThnxV ,V ,V , V
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BLUEBLOCR
Social climber
joshua tree
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Aug 22, 2016 - 11:46pm PT
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^Surely. Love ya GOD.
I wish Big Al would ask me to shimmy up the girth. I see him most days wrangling around in his big black chevy w/ the white topper. I knicknamed him CHP.
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rottingjohnny
Sport climber
Shetville , North of Los Angeles
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Aug 23, 2016 - 05:37am PT
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Best regards scuffy...Katie Wilkerson...wow...whatever happen to Katie...?
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Roger Breedlove
climber
Cleveland Heights, Ohio
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Aug 23, 2016 - 06:23am PT
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Hi Steve, I am hoping for your full recovery.
Mike Bolte posted this upthread, I had to laugh at how well it described most of us camping out in ST Land.
...he greeted me with a big smile and full sentence! He can string together five to eight word sentences, then get stuck on a word that comes out a bit crazy. Excellent use of all his body parts and he can write clearly although with the same curious thing that occasionally he substitutes a nonsense word for a real word. I think there was the same confusion in hearing some words too, so it required restating some questions.
So, I would post with abandon.
All the best. God speed.
Roger
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Rick A
climber
Boulder, Colorado
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Aug 23, 2016 - 09:32am PT
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So sorry to hear this.
But it sounds like you are well on the way to recovery, so we'll all look forward to steady progress back to full health.
Hang in!
Rick Accomazzo
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Hardly Visible
Social climber
Llatikcuf WA
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Aug 23, 2016 - 10:20am PT
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One of the nicest guys you could ever meet. Glad to hear you are on the mend Steve, because I look forward to visiting with you again.Just don’t get shot out of a torpedo tube in the meantime.
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Trad climber
Will know soon
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Aug 23, 2016 - 12:52pm PT
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What a great shock. Thanks for letting us know, Amy. Please keep us posted.
My prayers and very best wishes are with Steve!!!
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okie
Trad climber
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Aug 23, 2016 - 02:03pm PT
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Yeah, that thread title had me scared. Get well, Steve!
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FTOR
Sport climber
CA
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Aug 23, 2016 - 02:38pm PT
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its been quite a while since we last crossed paths, but i do remember when you were a fixture at IR along with the rest of the crew. a few of us still kicking... hope you heal up fast and get back to 100%.
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crøtch
climber
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Aug 23, 2016 - 03:05pm PT
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Get well, Scuffy!
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Daphne
Trad climber
Northern California
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Aug 23, 2016 - 03:20pm PT
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Just got off the phone with Steve. He has his cell phone with him and can talk. He said he can walk a bit, so he retains some independence. They will be transferring him somewhere but he doesnt know where or when. He seemed to be in good spirits. He is a peach.
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Aug 23, 2016 - 04:52pm PT
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I thought he was a raspberry....
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eeyonkee
Trad climber
Golden, CO
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Aug 23, 2016 - 05:28pm PT
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He didn't mention me, did he -- particularly not in a negative way?
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phylp
Trad climber
Upland, CA
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Aug 23, 2016 - 07:25pm PT
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👆
Lol!
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LuckyPink
climber
the last bivy
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Aug 23, 2016 - 08:04pm PT
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Nice to hear of steady recovery and I know it doesn't come without effort. Keep reaching for the top, Steve!
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Ghost
climber
A long way from where I started
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Aug 23, 2016 - 08:14pm PT
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More than a few of us here on Supertopo have been, one way or another, where you are now Steve. Ain't no fun waking up in a hospital with no idea how you got there, or whether you'll ever walk out under your own power.
Fight the good fight, man, and know that every one of us who has been there is with you in spirit.
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Mungeclimber
Trad climber
Nothing creative to say
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Aug 23, 2016 - 08:44pm PT
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Grug, there may have been some gnashing of teeth and snarling, but I think that just means you're ok in his book. ;) heh
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clinker
Trad climber
Santa Cruz, California
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Aug 23, 2016 - 09:01pm PT
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I have a friend who's father suffered a sudden stroke like this. He was unable to talk for a while, but amazingly he fully recovered and went back to work being a lawyer.
Way to set the bar low. Get way better than that Steve ;-)
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aspendougy
Trad climber
Los Angeles, CA
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Aug 23, 2016 - 09:51pm PT
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In cases like this, people like Scruffy who are in good shape physically, and have a cheerful disposition tend to do much better than expected. I have two friends who made full recoveries from strokes, just takes a little patience.
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Stephen McCabe
Trad climber
near Santa Cruz, CA
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Aug 24, 2016 - 12:09am PT
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I had a nice visit with Steve at Valley Medical today. He had been visited by Mike Bolte. AmyJo was there for a long time just before me. Alexey came after I had had a good long visit. Steve is enjoying the posts on Supertopo. He may get transferred to another facility in a day or two. There were flowers there from John Godar and Susan Godar.
I read him a few of the posts from this page of this thread through Jaybro's and eeyonkee's posts and he appreciated the humor.
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cuvvy
Sport climber
arkansas
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Aug 24, 2016 - 12:31am PT
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Much more life within you. Wishing you a solid recovery.
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amyjo
Trad climber
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 24, 2016 - 01:59am PT
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Sorry. Sorry. If I gave the wrong impression with the thread title.
I wanted to make sure it got attention - but not that way.
My Sincere Apologies if it caused you to get the wrong idea.
This afternoon SBM was cheerful and communicative and inventive.
Anything he couldn't pull up with words, he wildly pantomimed.
Laughing a lot.
It's amazing: You can feel the good energy beaming into that stark
very white room.
Mike Bolte gets major points for all his time with the the poor car including major bagging duty,
as well as for being on the spot witness/advocate
Stephen McCabe - the flowers are beautiful.
And there were other flowers. I didn't see the card although I know Steve did.
Thank you.
Friends who visit: YAY. MANY thanks. All that good talk is definitely part of the process that will lead to reclaiming normal speech
ONCE I KNOW THE ADDRESS WHERE SCUFF IS BEING BROUGHT TO - oops - I WILL HAPPILY POST IT.
Good night.
Amy Jo
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L
climber
Just Livin' the Dream...in Big Sur, CA
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Aug 24, 2016 - 10:01am PT
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What a shocker this is!
So glad to hear you're getting back to good, Scuffy.
And it looks like you dropped a few pounds since this photo was taken...
Wishing you all the best,
Laura
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survival
Big Wall climber
Terrapin Station
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Aug 24, 2016 - 10:14am PT
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Offwidth sickos can recover from anything.
I've seen guys who could barely walk after doing battle with some evil maw, who just came back for more the next day!! Sick bastards..
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O.D.
Trad climber
LA LA Land
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Aug 24, 2016 - 10:24am PT
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Glad things are looking up for you, Scuffy. You're in my thoughts & meditations.
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Aug 24, 2016 - 10:41am PT
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Jeez Zardoz, you think he'll digress to the point where he has to become a lawyer?
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Scole
Trad climber
Zapopan
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Aug 24, 2016 - 11:48am PT
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I hope Steve recovers fully and quickly. His brilliant insights and scathing wit are important to his friends, and to the climbing world in general. Steve is fun to climb with and funny as hell
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Alexey
climber
San Jose, CA
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Aug 24, 2016 - 12:05pm PT
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Steve is happy to see visitors , have strong spirit and show amazing recovery since placed in the hospital. Also he like to talk about climbing and remember the routes names better than I do
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Mike Bolte
Trad climber
Planet Earth
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Aug 24, 2016 - 09:39pm PT
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Update! Picked up Steve and delivered him to a nursing home/rehab unit in Santa Cruz. They insisted on wheeling him out from Santa Clara Valley in a chair, but he was fully capable of walking on his own. Had a good chat (still takes a while to get most sentences finished with several alternative words tried and it takes a bit of a toll on Steve) on the way down and got him settled in.
http://www.santacruzhealthcare.com/
is the new place. He has really enjoyed visits from friends. Be great for them to continue. He can access ST via his phone and I think it has really been nice for him to get all the good wishes.
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Mungeclimber
Trad climber
Nothing creative to say
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Aug 24, 2016 - 09:43pm PT
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Thx Mike! Looks like he got back into his FB too.
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Aug 24, 2016 - 10:13pm PT
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hey there say, amy jo... yes, please do...
i have a card ready for him, :)
:)
thanks for the update...
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Ed Hartouni
Trad climber
Livermore, CA
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Aug 24, 2016 - 10:41pm PT
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healyje
Trad climber
Portland, Oregon
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Aug 24, 2016 - 11:35pm PT
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Every time I've been in an offwidth I've been at a complete loss for words. Sounds like he's well experienced and equipped to deal with his current challenges.
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Aug 25, 2016 - 07:30am PT
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Consider wintering in a sunnier spot, say Moab. The vibes alone will bring you back to full function.
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GLee
Social climber
Montucky
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Aug 25, 2016 - 08:57am PT
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I guess there is a plus to becoming aware of this a bit late....
It's very good to see you making it to the home stretch, Scuffy!!
Thank you Amyjo & Mike
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HighTraverse
Trad climber
Bay Area
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Aug 25, 2016 - 11:15am PT
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Hey Steve,
I've been "away" for several days. Sorry to hear of your difficulties and very very pleased to see you are out to rehab.
One more offwidth to methodically overcome, which I'm certain you will.
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AP
Trad climber
Calgary
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Aug 25, 2016 - 11:21am PT
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Good luck on the recovery.
A friend of mine suffered a series of strokes about 5 years ago due to blood loss after he had an aortal rupture. The docs fixed his heart but he was left with some physical and mental impairments.
Trevor had to re learn how to read, write, and play the guitar. With lots of effort he made major progress and is now doing quite well though not up to previous levels. His climbing has suffered greatly due to impairments and partial loss of feeling in his foot and leg.
If Scruffy is interested in communicating with Trevor he can e mail me.
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BrassNuts
Trad climber
Save your a_s, reach for the brass...
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Aug 25, 2016 - 11:34am PT
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Best wishes for a full and speedy recovery!!
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Stephen McCabe
Trad climber
near Santa Cruz, CA
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Aug 25, 2016 - 11:41am PT
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Well, he hasn't shaved for a couple of days, but one nickname has always been Scuffy, not Scruffy. ha
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L
climber
Just Livin' the Dream...in Big Sur, CA
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Aug 25, 2016 - 11:50am PT
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JEleazarian
Trad climber
Fresno CA
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Aug 25, 2016 - 11:55am PT
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Every time I've been in an offwidth I've been at a complete loss for words. Sounds like he's well experienced and equipped to deal with his current challenges.
I hadn't thought of it that way, but you make a good point!
Glad to hear you're better, Steve. I'm not sure my body can make it to Santa Cruz soon, but my heart is with you.
John
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jgill
Boulder climber
The high prairie of southern Colorado
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Aug 25, 2016 - 02:56pm PT
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I've not met Mr. Moyles, but I wish him the best in his recovery.
PS: Is this the Stephen Moyles that Google identifies as an inventor?
PPS: An elder statesman of American rock climbing, my old friend Dave Rearick, suffered a stroke a couple of years ago. He now resides in the Meridian Retirement facility in Boulder. I would start a thread but Dave doesn't use the computer.
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JEleazarian
Trad climber
Fresno CA
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Aug 25, 2016 - 02:58pm PT
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Very sorry to hear the news about Dave Rearick. He was one of my heroes when I started climbing, not only for his climbs in Yosemite and the Diamond, but for the rumors I heard of his buildering at Cal Tech.
John
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steelmnkey
climber
Vision man...ya gotta have vision...
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Aug 25, 2016 - 03:41pm PT
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Scuff at the Wide Fest in Josh, Feb 2008
(same weekend as Russ' video above)
Sounds like you're on the right track Mr. Smooth.
Bring it home!
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Fuzzywuzzy
climber
suspendedhappynation
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Aug 25, 2016 - 03:57pm PT
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Go Steve Go!!!
Our Thoughts are with you!!
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Aug 25, 2016 - 06:31pm PT
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I didn't know that about Dave rearing either, yikes!
Go Scuff!
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amyjo
Trad climber
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 25, 2016 - 09:28pm PT
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UPDATE
CHANGE OF VENUE
CALL FOR FRIENDS
So -
less than a week after his accident
Steve has been moved from the hospital in San Jose
to Skilled Nursing Care in Santa Cruz
http://www.santacruzhealthcare.com/
The current predicted length of stay is about one month
but may be longer. ("Whatever it takes"....)
He is strong, Our Scuffy.
Prognosis is good. The road is open.
You can see the clouds moving away
but, as I keep hearing,
This Takes Time.
Now start even greater challenges:
1. The recovery/rehabilitation work !!!
which many of you know about.
2. Preserving his equanimity in perhaps difficult surroundings,
that is, while in an environment of people who are also in
deep trouble or simply "out of it". (I can foresee big mood
swings possible & hope the people there are savvy about such
things.)
CALL FOR FRIENDS
Having live people come by and talk about the things he knows and loves, from the life that has brought him such confirmation,
is majorly important.
Friends...Climbers...Dancers....Step Up.
and, if you post on ST, someone in the room will read it to him. For example, Scuffy was wanting to tell me about "Mungeclimber" !coming by and he scrolled through
the entries till he came to his post. So impressive.
Someone else can chime in about Facebook
which is beyond my ken.
Now I take the liberty to include excerpts from a letter from Mike Bolte to AJF, for more ideas of progress.
OK! got Steve checked in here:
http://www.santacruzhealthcare.com/
It is a combination rehabilitation center nursing home so he is one of
the youngsters there. Staff was very attentive. I'm collecting a few
things for him (some changes of clothes, books etc.)...
Had a nice drive back to Santa Cruz. He is still struggling getting
his words and thoughts out, but was in good spirits to be out of the
hospital.
best, Mike//
So appreciated, Mike!
Santa Cruz is more of a haul for me (Amy) than hopping in the car
and blasting to and fro to San Jose…
I plan go again early in the week.
I know he has many friends down there who want to help.
Do it.
For that, and for the visits so far, Thank you.
And Thank you for the Many Great Posts so far.
Funny, serious, whatever you would be saying if you met and were talking.
And the admirable Mr. Cook is back in town.
I understand he has a window now.
http://www.santacruzhealthcare.com/
Beautiful sunny, cloudy day here in the Bay.
It was. It took a long time to type this.
Respectfully yours,
Amy Jo
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phylp
Trad climber
Upland, CA
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Aug 25, 2016 - 09:38pm PT
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I wish I could visit but I am hundreds of miles away now.
I did put a card in the mail for you Scuffy.
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Mungeclimber
Trad climber
Nothing creative to say
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Aug 25, 2016 - 10:07pm PT
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Thx Amy Jo!
I tried to send a PM through the site to you and Mike, but I'm guessing it didn't go through.
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amyjo
Trad climber
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 26, 2016 - 12:10am PT
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Mungeclimber
Nothing came through
but thank you anyway.
I somehow mixed up avatars -
and substituted another name for MUNGECLIMBER
in the above post. God knows why.
So sorry. Pure delirium.
Please still talk to me when we meet.
All the best,
Amy Jo
It should be fixed now.
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Aug 26, 2016 - 04:22am PT
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hey there say, amyjo... i emailed here... too...
i need an address, etc...
email me, please... will i just send stuff to you, or someone, that
can get it to him...
?
say, scuffy!! hang in there... you will feel so GOOD, after
you reach the FINISH line, in all this...
keep thinking about how the athletes feel, when they CROSS, and
you will have that 'invigorating' push, that you need!
say, i am a dancer--try to start some slow dance movements, it is
VERY good for the brain...
even, just arm movements, to soft music, first, if you
can't get up much, yet... :)
keep on keeping on, :)
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Gary
Social climber
Desolation Basin, Calif.
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Aug 26, 2016 - 05:52am PT
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Scuffy,
Best of luck to you. Always enjoyed your "work" here at the Taco.
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ladyscarlett
Trad climber
SF Bay Area, California
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Aug 26, 2016 - 09:12am PT
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Hey Scuffy!
Looking around, you are on a good road, with all of us with you to be here along the way.
You are amazing and always put a smile in my mind, with your wonderful and distinctive ways rambling in the quiet places hidden amongst the rabble of the modern world.
For me, a child of the concrete and skyscrapers, you open a world of the hidden places alive with life and fun times.
"over there" you say, waving to the indistinct gap choked with undergrowth. "It's that way"
I stumble through, still hearing the bubble of the crowds in the background. "Quiet feet" my partner tells me as I thrash through the gap.
I hear you chuckle as we all move through the hidden gate, which feels like the mystical third and a half floor from some inconsequential story.
"All of it is really about moments and vectors" you say, leading the way. "Vectors and moments. Once you've got that, you have what you need to do what you want."
Vectors and Moments? I feel like a lame water buffalo thrashing through the brush, but I like the thought and roll it around in my head. I love it when you make me think of concepts like this.
We step into a clearing, a perfect grassy ledge, open and waiting to be enjoyed. The babble of people is not so far away, and undeniably removed from us. On this grassy ledge, they are like the susurration of the wind.
We're here, in the hidden place that you are generous enough to show us - and I'm living a life of vectors and moments.
Thanks for sharing your world with me, thanks for being a part of mine, and I can’t wait til we get to share more time.
Cheers!
LS
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Tarbuster
climber
right here, right now
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Aug 26, 2016 - 09:15am PT
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Steve, here's to you bringing it back up to full speed!
Vedauwoo Boogaloo from 2007:
Steve Moyles, definitely a people person:
...And always up for a bit of the scuff:
2008 Vedauwoo Boogaloo 2 artwork by Ray Olson:
Tom Kingsbury's artwork:
Get back out there and scuff it up some more, Mr. Smooth!
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Anguish
Mountain climber
Jackson Hole Wyo.
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Aug 26, 2016 - 11:10am PT
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Steve,
Thinking of you in Jackson.
Angus
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Mike Bolte
Trad climber
Planet Earth
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Aug 26, 2016 - 01:09pm PT
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whoa! the Vedauwoo 2 poster is classic!!
Nice post LS.
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eeyonkee
Trad climber
Golden, CO
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Aug 26, 2016 - 01:29pm PT
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Forgot about that Vedauwoo poster. Got it saved now -- Scuffy, Tarbuster, and I. That blue rope is no longer with us, I'm afraid.
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amyjo
Trad climber
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 26, 2016 - 02:28pm PT
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neebee
Click on SCHC in Mike Bolte's last post or in mine.
The address it shows is. KINDRED. SCHC
1115 Capitola Rd.,Santa Cruz 95062
Sending to me won't help since I am many hours away.Take care. Thank you!
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Tarbuster
climber
right here, right now
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Aug 26, 2016 - 03:02pm PT
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LS wrote:
The babble of people is not so far away, and undeniably removed from us. On this grassy ledge, they are like the susurration of the wind.
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Steve Grossman
Trad climber
Seattle, WA
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Aug 26, 2016 - 04:20pm PT
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Just wished you happy birthday Steve and now I wish you the best possible outcome in recovering from this setback.
Godspeed and healing energy to you brother.
We are all pulling for you!
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Mike Bolte
Trad climber
Planet Earth
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Aug 26, 2016 - 04:55pm PT
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John Gill -
That is the same Steve Moyles. He worked until recently at Driscoll's.
I had to make a run up to Seattle, but my son John visited Steve today. He reported that there were people there when he arrived, people showed up while he was there and people were showing up as he left. He thinks they may have to set up an appointment system...
Steve feels like he in in good hands. Had a full evaluation yesterday that left him a bit worn out and serious rehab activities were to start today. I asked it the people seemed good and interested in his case and he said "yes".
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Aug 26, 2016 - 05:51pm PT
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hey there, say, amyjo... say, thanks... yeah, i kind of thought of that, but was not sure, if--we needed any extra info...
room #'s etc...
but the name is good, then, i think, right, :)
thanks so very very much!
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nita
Social climber
chica de chico, I don't claim to be a daisy.
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Aug 26, 2016 - 06:43pm PT
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*
Scuffy B, Checking in on you today..wonderful to hear you are in good hands.
Stay positive..Do the hard work..
Saludos.
Nita..
Every time i hear your last name.. i think of this video..Hope you enjoy the humor.
[Click to View YouTube Video]
Thank you to all folks visiting Scuffy.....Cheers.
edit for below,...That's a sweet picture of you two...
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Mike Bolte
Trad climber
Planet Earth
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Aug 27, 2016 - 12:10pm PT
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Stephen McCabe
Trad climber
near Santa Cruz, CA
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Aug 27, 2016 - 11:48pm PT
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His inventions were helping develop new berry varieties. It is very cool he is on the patents.
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Tom Turrentine
Trad climber
Santa Cruz
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Aug 28, 2016 - 06:51am PT
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Hey Steve,
In Eastern Sierra till 2nd- see you then.
Tom
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omclimber
Mountain climber
Soquel
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Aug 28, 2016 - 10:25am PT
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Hi gang -
So this is what it takes to get me to find my password here after all these years?? ;-)
I'm in Santa Cruz and keen to help any which way. Feel free to email me.
I will be heading for my first visit today with a stack o' mags, a muffin and open heart/ears.
Lisa
((amazing community!))
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Daphne
Trad climber
Northern California
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Aug 28, 2016 - 10:42am PT
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Hey Steve! Im sending a big hug. Sounds like the tribe is rallying around you-- you are loved!
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Peter Haan
Trad climber
Santa Cruz, CA
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Aug 28, 2016 - 12:34pm PT
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Wonderful photo, Mike and thanks.
Stevie is a remarkable higher level climber with nearly fifty years of experience. I have known him since his beginner year at Indian Rock.
He has been a lab technician down in Watsonville for decades, working often with fellow climber, Fred Cook who is at Driscoll's, all down there in the berry capital. Both of them involved in that huge industry there and elsewhere.
Amy is a dear and devoted flamenco dancer, formerly married to Mike Loughman, an early sixties climber from southern California and then Berkeley. No one knows where he might be today.
When I was living in El Cerrito next to Berkeley back some years ago, Steve and I would get together sometimes over the great and revered Cheeseboard delicacies he would snag on his way over from his Oakland appointments. He spent a great deal of time getting really good at wide cracks, and even constructed a plywood one in his backyard, as mentioned upthread. He and Amy lived in Jackson Hole for awhile too and are fondly remembered by many climbers remaining there.
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scuffy b
climber
heading slowly NNW
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Aug 28, 2016 - 01:44pm PT
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Warm and fuzzy but confused. Thanks.
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MH2
Boulder climber
Andy Cairns
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Aug 28, 2016 - 03:21pm PT
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Warm and fuzzy but confused.
Ditto
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jgill
Boulder climber
The high prairie of southern Colorado
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Aug 28, 2016 - 03:27pm PT
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Thanks for the background info. Get well, Stephen!
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omclimber
Mountain climber
Soquel
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Aug 29, 2016 - 08:48am PT
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A few observations/musings from our visit yesterday...
Steve looks nothing like the photo above - thank goodness. He's up and about with no tubes or ass-revealing gowns. Whew!
We sat in the sunny patio near a cage with gobs of sweet love birds - it's a nice respite for such a facility.
On my way home I realized that the generous nature of a human being such as Steve is to typically shine the spotlight on the person he's engaging with. That's one of his special and striking qualities - he makes you feel like you're the only one that matters in the moment. And I believe that's true for him. Generous and kind.
So now that we've all got him in the high-beams, it's a bit foreign in an already foreign environ.
Deal widdit, Steve! You're worthy of the love and attention coming your way. And then some. ;)
See you Wednesday. xoxo
Lisa
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NutAgain!
Trad climber
South Pasadena, CA
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Aug 29, 2016 - 09:44am PT
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Thinking of you this morning, just checkin' in to say Hi.
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ladyscarlett
Trad climber
SF Bay Area, California
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Aug 30, 2016 - 09:15am PT
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Great to see you posting here Scuffy!
Big hug for your path ahead!
Cheers
LS
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Captain...or Skully
climber
Boise, ID
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Aug 30, 2016 - 10:41am PT
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Pullin' for ya, Scuffy! Hang in there,
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JEleazarian
Trad climber
Fresno CA
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Aug 30, 2016 - 11:14am PT
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Even though that picture was in hospital garb, it brightened my day (as you can see, I've been away from ST for a bit). I, too, knew Steve (and Fred) from their early days at Indian Rock. Much to my amazement, Steve recognized me 40 years later at Face Lift, even though I was hiding under a grey beard, about 40 extra pounds and (of all things) a golfing hat.
I keep you in my prayers and thoughts, my friend.
John
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redsolarearth
climber
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Aug 30, 2016 - 02:43pm PT
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Steve! I dont know you well, but your advice on OW climbing at pacific edge was great! Thanks, I hope you can wedge yourself in some fat cracks again soon
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BooDawg
Social climber
Butterfly Town
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Aug 30, 2016 - 02:54pm PT
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Scuffy: I am SO SADDENED to hear about this. I send you my best wishes and hopes for a speedy and full recovery.
Ken
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Mungeclimber
Trad climber
Nothing creative to say
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Aug 30, 2016 - 03:02pm PT
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BooDawg, don't be sad. Scuff is Mr. Smooth. :)
He'll float this, like a lot of his other projects.
Some real nice visits from folks! Dig that!
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BooDawg
Social climber
Butterfly Town
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Aug 30, 2016 - 03:12pm PT
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Thanks, Munge, for the reminder. Yes, I KNOW Scuffy will recover fully; it was just such a surprise that such a dynamic and POSITIVE person, Scuffy, should encounter this setback. But he is already on the mend thanks to everyone here and his other care-givers.
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amyjo
Trad climber
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Topic Author's Reply - Aug 30, 2016 - 07:31pm PT
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Greetings to Ladyscarlett
super post last week. wow.
Would you be so kind as to tell me
whether the note I believe I sent you a few days ago
when I clicked the box on ST Post a Reply,
"send an email to Ladyscarlett"
ever arrived.
Several pieces of correspondence, both to and fro,
seem to have disappeared into the ozone.
Thanks.
Amy Jo
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ladyscarlett
Trad climber
SF Bay Area, California
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Aug 30, 2016 - 09:48pm PT
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Hi Amy Jo
I just checked my email and my spam and no dice on the note. Must have gone into the ozone somehow. I'll double check my Taco settings to make sure all is well.
Thanks, it's been a while since I've been inspired to post and it felt good to be able to share an indelible moment that had been hiding in my brain alone.
And Scuffy...thanks for the inspiration!
:D
!!!1111
Cheers
LS
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Mighty Hiker
climber
Outside the Asylum
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Aug 30, 2016 - 10:35pm PT
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Very sorry to hear that Steve has encountered this bump in the road of life, but glad that he's in good hands, and hope that he'll be better soon. Time and effort are what's needed - but all awful widthers know about that already! Please pass on my good wishes to him.
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Aug 30, 2016 - 10:54pm PT
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hey there say, scuffy b! sent my get well card, hope it gets there okay...
:)
did not have a room number, but had your name, etc...
sending dreamcatcher, soon, too, :)
for you to remember all ' good hopes and dreams' each
day and eve, as to getting well!
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eeyonkee
Trad climber
Golden, CO
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Scuffy, I want to know whether you have done the Crack of Doom yet. If not (or otherwise, really), I want to do it with you when you can. We can do paper-rock-scissors for leads.
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phylp
Trad climber
Upland, CA
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May I suggest the Following routes as a possible rehab program before you attempt Crack of Doom?
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Stroke stoke
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amyjo
Trad climber
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Topic Author's Reply - Sep 3, 2016 - 12:11pm PT
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Please help.
Dear Friends at Supertopo,
I am writing to thank you for all the encouraging posts.
I originally posted the news of Steve Moyles
Because no one knew
and he needed to know there were people around him.
So many people have posted and visited.
It’s so helpful.
The stroke seems not to have affected his physical abilities
But it has so far left him with great difficulty talking.
Although he understands, he struggles to speak.
But he is still so recognizably Scuffy.
After spending several days at the hospital in San Jose.
He was discharged to a Skilled Nursing Facility.
Now we are informed that the facility is discharging him 9/07,
this coming Wednesday.
(There may be some transitional housing available
but it is also short-term.)
He is in URGENT need of a place to live, rental.
Preferably in Santa Cruz.
It would be great if he were to find a place with friends
or people of similar interests.
He needs and is eligible for much therapy,
Either where he lives or at the hospital,
so the place needs to be near public transportation .
Could you please think hard about this situation
Is anyone looking for a roommate
or have a room to rent or a house to share
near public transportation.
Thank you.
Amy Jo
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Mungeclimber
Trad climber
Nothing creative to say
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bump for santa cruz
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Stephen McCabe
Trad climber
near Santa Cruz, CA
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Scuffy bump for Amy Jo's message about Steve needing a room to rent.
When I saw him Thursday, he said his dance friends had him doing some steps.
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Mungeclimber
Trad climber
Nothing creative to say
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bump for a local room rental for scuffy
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Daphne
Trad climber
Northern California
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Steve, i just left you a phone message. Xoxo
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phylp
Trad climber
Upland, CA
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Someone (a climbing partner I am with right now) who lives in Santa Cruz who knows him might know of two possibilities. She had not heard about what happened. AmyJo, Chris thinks she knows you. Are you an acupuncturist?
Can I reach you or him through Facebook? ST messaging does not work but Zi don't want to communicate thru this thread.
I will send a facebook message to his account.
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ladyscarlett
Trad climber
SF Bay Area, California
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I also have some leads on a possible rental in Emeryville, but don't want to go into details here.
Edited for paranoia's sake. Thanks!
Cheers!
LS
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Guck
Trad climber
Santa Barbara, CA
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Hi Steve,
I am thinking of you every time I go by Gibraltar rock. Way back then, we did not have much to fear and life was always at 100mph. You were tough then, and are tough now so I am sure you will come out OK. I hope that someday soon we will connect again.
Cheers!!
Phillip.
PS I hope jaybro eventually got one of the carabiner from those days to you. I still use them.
amyjo, thanks for the posting. You are indeed a true friend of Steve.
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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hey there say, ... do we still use the same address?
:)
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amyjo
Trad climber
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Topic Author's Reply - Sep 7, 2016 - 08:56am PT
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computer problems. sorry.
Phylp
I am on Facebook as Amy Jo Fillin
Steve is on as Steve Moyles
I rarely use it but it seems you could send me the info there!
Please do.
as the move away from Kindred is imminent.
(Phylp.Yes I am an acupuncturist. I do remember Chris. Hi.
and Z.: fortunate meeting.)
(LS. Thanks for your cheerful presence. I asked to be friended.
Did that work? The search for housing has shifted to Santa Cruz)
Neebee The new address will change today,
Still to be determined.
Any/all new leads about housing earnestly sought.
Thank you.
Will keep you posted.
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amyjo
Trad climber
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Topic Author's Reply - Sep 7, 2016 - 04:58pm PT
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bump
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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hey there say... okay, will hold off with dream catcher...
and wait... :)
hang in there and keep getting well, scuffy, :)
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phylp
Trad climber
Upland, CA
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Amyjo, We got Steve's number and Chris spoke with him this morning. She is following up on her Santa Cruz connections and will follow up when she hears back from people.
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ladyscarlett
Trad climber
SF Bay Area, California
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Amyjo
It worked! I'll try to stay better updated.
Best wishes for All the Things!
Cheers
LS
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Mike Bolte
Trad climber
Planet Earth
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Hello everyone!
I've spent quite a bit of time with Steve lately. His speech is definitely improving steadily with still a ways to go.
Today he was released from the recuperation facility in Santa Cruz and various amazing friends have participated in getting him to a doctor to get referrals for speech and occupational therapy, checking out a next level of recuperative care facility and giving him a place to land tonight and for the next little while.
There are some extraordinarily generous people in Steve's circle who are stepping forward with options for the next few months. Steve must have a lot of good karma on his scoresheet. (Santa Cruz Zelcro, SC Seagoat, and a few others locally who are not ST participants, get some very high marks here along with Amy Jo).
Steve has enjoyed very much reading the comments here and on his Facebook page and expressed some regrets tonight that he has a hard time getting proper replies typed out. It is just a matter of time. He is on a great trajectory.
Mike
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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hey there say... good to hear the great update...
hoping for a new address, :)
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HighTraverse
Trad climber
Bay Area
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Mike,
Great news. I'm so glad the SCruz team is there for Steve. Being up on Skyline there's not a lot I can do except give him my best wishes.
Is Steve seeing visitors again?
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eeyonkee
Trad climber
Golden, CO
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Thanks for the update, Mike!
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Stephen McCabe
Trad climber
near Santa Cruz, CA
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Yes, he is seeing visitors and getting out. He has visited Pacific Edge to talk to friends at least twice already.
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Stephen McCabe
Trad climber
near Santa Cruz, CA
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A great post from the Sacherer Cracker thread. NutAgain wrote: "Before I climbed it I had heard so much about the wide part up top that I didn't think about anything else. The thin hands in the first half almost killed me- definitely a proud onsight for me the day I did it, fully at my limit.
I still remember going through the crux with Scuffy's voice in my head from prior training sessions- it was like he was Obi Wan and I was Luke and he was telling me "use the outside foot Luke." That part went relatively easy for me."
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Gnome Ofthe Diabase
climber
Out Of Bed
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Here we find a warm glow. It warms the heart.
The Love for Suffy is on the supertopo sleeve.
It also gave the answer to the question where did everybody go?
The answer sure seems to be answered by my favorite Collider Scientist,
Relatively Odd looking if the fur ball look is odd to you .
He now sports his own blog! I guess most of you do?
I'm to Oldschool this sitting around on the computer has led to my getting fat.
That and my needing to either sign up all around the web,at everyone's blog site. Or start my own? No that seems silly from Small Rock Hell.com?
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NutAgain!
Trad climber
South Pasadena, CA
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Thanks Ed, seeing that video again brought a big smile to my face! Doesn't seem that long ago but it must have been a while because I have short hair and no beard, and there's a Brutus sighting.
I remember Scuffy working on that calf lock thing and I can't come close to doing it. My leg just doesn't want to rotate in that way!
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Mungeclimber
Trad climber
Nothing creative to say
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There is rotation in a calf lock?
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Daphne
Trad climber
Northern California
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I followed Scuffy up Sacherer Cracker. He flew up it and belayed me patiently and i moved up by micromillimeters.
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omclimber
Mountain climber
Soquel
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Sep 10, 2016 - 11:09am PT
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Hello Dear Friends of Scuffy -
As we are trying to find the best ways to support Steve, we are also trying to find the best way to keep in touch.
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN BEING IN THE SUPPORT LOOP - kindly drop me a line at my yahoo address: lisaleeinpg
We will maintain a group list and regular updates with current status, next steps and needs.
And successes! :)
Thanks a bunch -
Gotta go climb now...
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Sep 16, 2016 - 03:30pm PT
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hey there say, is there an address,
again, for us to send card... ?
someone was going to post a new one, :)
keep on getting well with each to step, scuffy, with a smile and knowing
that you got lots of friends, rooting for you...
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kev
climber
A pile of dirt.
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Sep 16, 2016 - 04:25pm PT
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So sorry to hear this - just found out as I've been traveling for a while without internet.
Scuffy get better - the sand lot misses you and so do we!
kev
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amyjo
Trad climber
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Topic Author's Reply - Sep 16, 2016 - 09:23pm PT
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Hi NeeBee
Here is the address for Steve
It is temporary.
1602 King Street
Santa Cruz,95060
Thank you for asking.
Best regards.
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Sep 16, 2016 - 10:58pm PT
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hey there say, amyjo... thanks... i will get something out,
right away...
let us know when there is a change then, so we won't use it
then, :)
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HighTraverse
Trad climber
Bay Area
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Sep 17, 2016 - 02:00pm PT
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Steve is the personification of "smooth" both when climbing and socializing. He is the definition of centered.
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Mike Bolte
Trad climber
Planet Earth
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Sep 21, 2016 - 08:22pm PT
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Steve was in today for assessment. The Occupational Therapist said she probably would not be seeing much of him because of his "high functioning level", the Speech Therapist does have plans for him however. Getting steadily better but still has to search for words sometimes.
A good story that captures his status. Yesterday he thought he had a dentist appointment down near Watsonville (15 miles south of Santa Cruz). He insisted on getting himself there by bus (a couple of transfers, some walking in between). Pulled it off perfectly, but he had the day wrong by a week!
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Sep 21, 2016 - 09:17pm PT
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hey there say, mike... wow, thanks for sharing...
let's all at least, so what we can, of course:
keep boosting him, with our prayers...
as he keeps up this good work and progress...
glad he made it back, safe, :)
that was most important...
oh my, as we can even know:
getting wrong dates, can even happen,
with non injured, and non-recovery folks, oh my...
:)
edit:
okay, am sending this other card, here, a bit late, hope
the address still gets it, thank you...
sorry so late, had no stamps, :)
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jgill
Boulder climber
The high prairie of southern Colorado
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Sep 21, 2016 - 09:25pm PT
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Wow, he's looking good! Never met Steve but he has my best wishes for recovery.
It's sad that my old friend and pioneer American rock climber Dave Rearick has not been able to recover physically, although mentally he remains very sharp. But he is over twenty years older than Steve.
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Gary Carpenter
climber
SF Bay Area
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Oct 25, 2016 - 06:15pm PT
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Ed, Zander and I enjoyed a Sunday climbing session with Steve at Pacific Edge.
Mr. Smooth schooled us on the OW crack and Chimney.
We struggled while he cruised!
Good to get the BAWC geezers together again!
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NutAgain!
Trad climber
South Pasadena, CA
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Oct 25, 2016 - 08:05pm PT
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Nice to see all three of you!
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Daphne
Trad climber
Northern California
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Oct 25, 2016 - 08:13pm PT
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YAY Steve! (And the wide crew) :-)
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Russ Walling
Social climber
from Poofters Froth, Wyoming
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Oct 25, 2016 - 08:42pm PT
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Good job Scuff!!!
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Oct 25, 2016 - 08:48pm PT
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hey there say, gary, thanks for the share...
wow... way to go, steve!
say, nice to see you ZANDER... :)
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Gnome Ofthe Diabase
climber
Out Of Bed
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Oct 26, 2016 - 02:58am PT
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Proud reboot, transformative and as the mild snack said
It makes ones hart sing!
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ladyscarlett
Trad climber
SF Bay Area, California
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Oct 26, 2016 - 07:36am PT
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Woot Woot!
Way to show us all how it's done Scuffy!
Thanks for sharing!
Cheers
LS
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Reilly
Mountain climber
The Other Monrovia- CA
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Oct 26, 2016 - 08:03am PT
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Impressive recovery! No wonder he likes the wide.
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Oct 26, 2016 - 08:05am PT
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Go Scuff!
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steelmnkey
climber
Vision man...ya gotta have vision...
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Oct 26, 2016 - 08:14am PT
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Scuffy for the comeback of the year!!
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Trad climber
Will know soon
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Oct 26, 2016 - 08:48am PT
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Great Recovery! Prayers and Best Wishes!
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guido
Trad climber
Santa Cruz/New Zealand/South Pacific
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Oct 26, 2016 - 05:02pm PT
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Super Scuffy!
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Mungeclimber
Trad climber
Nothing creative to say
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Oct 26, 2016 - 05:06pm PT
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Scuff crushing it!
Dig it!
and a Zander sighting to boot!?!?!
BAM!
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BooDawg
Social climber
Butterfly Town
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Oct 26, 2016 - 05:26pm PT
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I continue to be inspired, Scuffy, by your recovery and progress! I KNOW you'll keep at it and will keep us all in awe of who you are!
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divad
Trad climber
wmass
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Oct 26, 2016 - 05:52pm PT
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Climb on, Scuffy!
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SC seagoat
Trad climber
Santa Cruz, Moab, A sailboat, or some time zone
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Oct 26, 2016 - 06:35pm PT
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Go go Scuff!!!!!
Susan
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LilaBiene
Trad climber
Technically...the spawning grounds of Yosemite
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Oct 26, 2016 - 06:45pm PT
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What DMT said. I need a tissue - so happy to see those pictures!!!
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Tom Turrentine
Trad climber
Santa Cruz
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Oct 31, 2016 - 08:26am PT
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just found this
fabulous !!!
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survival
Big Wall climber
Terrapin Station
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Oct 31, 2016 - 09:51am PT
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Awesome progress! So good to see.
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HighTraverse
Trad climber
Bay Area
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Great to see you scuffing the wyde again.
Well DONE.
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Dec 10, 2016 - 12:23am PT
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hey there say... i saw that scuffy was on his facebook page,
but had not seen any update, since sept...
how is he?
is there another NEWER address for him, now...
i got a card for him...
how are you doing, steve...
heard that you love to dance, hope that is going good, for you...
:)
keep getting well, there, :)
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Dec 10, 2016 - 01:28pm PT
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hey there say... just a bump...
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Trad climber
Will know soon
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Dec 10, 2016 - 03:34pm PT
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I too was wondering this week how our friend is doing. Any updates?
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Lollie
Social climber
I'm Lolli.
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Dec 11, 2016 - 02:24am PT
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My warmest congratulations on the good recovery! May it continue in the same way!
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eeyonkee
Trad climber
Golden, CO
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Dec 11, 2016 - 06:54am PT
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Yeah, hey from me too, Scuffy. Hope the progress has continued since the last report.
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scuffy b
climber
heading slowly NNW
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Dec 13, 2016 - 06:07pm PT
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Thanks Folks
The myriad messages posted to me were sustaining, it seemed impossible to keep my spirits down, especially when my initial trials when daunting.
First, I must remind you, I was very lucky. After the few days, I was walking and balancing. I able to eat and swallow. I seemed able to understand everybody talking. I may have exaggerated my comprehension, I will never know, but I think it was pretty good.
Lack of stamina and strength are my biggest physical shortcomings, during my recovery. Again, I am very lucky. The injury in my brain is almost totally localized in speech centers. Hearing and reading rebounded (e.g. read books) quickly, at least not too slowly.
Writing is very difficult. The order of words, conjunctions, adverbs, have been problematic. Friends have been confused whether I meant before or after, yes or no, left or right, below or above. Simple texts are massive processes of editing.
I am still unable to transcribe phone numbers. Sometimes I need a friend to need write a number in a voicemail. Arithmetic, which was always easy, has been a bit of a jumble.
Speech is problem number one, though. I talk with spurts of coherence and fluency and few seconds. At though times, I haven't get the words out of my mouth. Pronouncing the words can be laborious, but the process comes out with the right sound finally.
Assessment: that I have improved amazingly well during the last four months.
Assessment: need to improve much more before my best gains slow down.
I can climb.
I can dance.
I am fortunate to have a wonderful set of friends. I have been buoyed by you. I could not have made it without you.
Thanks,
steve
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thebravecowboy
climber
The Good Places
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Dec 13, 2016 - 06:10pm PT
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I can climb.
I can dance.
f*#k yeah scuffy!
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Gary Carpenter
climber
SF Bay Area
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Dec 13, 2016 - 06:35pm PT
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It's great to see you posting up!!
Sounds like we'll be seeing you in Sunol on Saturday.
Let me know if you need transportation.
Gary and Peggy
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splitter
Trad climber
HighwayToHell
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Dec 13, 2016 - 07:06pm PT
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That makes my heart sing. YES, INDEED!
And, I'm pretty sure your Occupational Therapists feels likewise, since getting booted out of OT secondary to achieving a "high functioning level" is a good thang, like graduating with an A+! Congrats!! JFM (OTR/L)
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MH2
Boulder climber
Andy Cairns
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Dec 13, 2016 - 07:21pm PT
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Thanks for letting us hear from you, Scuffy.
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Splater
climber
Grey Matter
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Dec 13, 2016 - 07:26pm PT
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So Inspiring!
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Lynne Leichtfuss
Trad climber
Will know soon
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Dec 13, 2016 - 08:12pm PT
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Prayers for patience. You will overcome. Hugs, your friend, lynne.
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SC seagoat
Trad climber
Santa Cruz, Moab, A sailboat, or some time zone
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Dec 13, 2016 - 08:54pm PT
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This is so wonderful.
Thank you for all your help holding the "fort" down.
Susan
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guido
Trad climber
Santa Cruz/New Zealand/South Pacific
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Dec 13, 2016 - 09:37pm PT
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Thanks for the update Scuffy, heartwarming and informative for all of us.
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NutAgain!
Trad climber
South Pasadena, CA
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Dec 13, 2016 - 10:04pm PT
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It's nice to hear from you Steve. Keep on keepin' on.
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Jaybro
Social climber
Wolf City, Wyoming
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Dec 14, 2016 - 03:57am PT
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Are you coming to Gary's party?
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eeyonkee
Trad climber
Golden, CO
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Dec 14, 2016 - 04:13am PT
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Really nice to hear from you Scuffy!
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neebee
Social climber
calif/texas
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Dec 14, 2016 - 07:39am PT
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hey there say, WOW, scuffy... this is wonderful to hear this...
a step at a time and hopes keep the 'fire fueled' ...
say, please, too, we NEED a new address to send you
cards and stuff...
so hope you can get someone,
jumping in here, to get us one...
i think the one i have is TOO old now????
KEEP SPARKLING, AND SHINING... the rest, speech, etc, will fall into
place, as the new seeds grown and get sorted out... :)
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k-man
Gym climber
SCruz
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Dec 14, 2016 - 07:53am PT
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Friends have been confused whether I meant before or after, yes or no, left or right, below or above.
Scuffy, So very glad to hear about your fine and amazing progress. But back on the wide? Uh-oh, could be proof that it was more serious than previously thought.
As for the speech thing, hopefully that proves to flex and you begin to re-wire that part of your brain. Confusing left with right, that can be cause for some amusement. I know..., when we used to climb, Tom always knew to look left when I said "to the right."
Hope to see ya soon,,,
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Mungeclimber
Trad climber
Nothing creative to say
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Dec 14, 2016 - 09:05am PT
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good to hear from you Scuff!
let's go climbing!
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scuffy b
climber
heading slowly NNW
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Dec 14, 2016 - 03:52pm PT
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Yes, Jaybro, I am going to Gary's with Stephen.
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Stephen McCabe
Trad climber
near Santa Cruz, CA
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Dec 14, 2016 - 03:55pm PT
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See you folks there. As he says, I'll facilitate the Scuffy sighting.
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