In Memoriam - TalusMonkey, you will be missed
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- Bresch
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Tribute
I would like to see after the tribute page is set up by Bill and USAKeller that each of us go up to any summit, (14er or not) and it shouldn't matter if it has already been done by someone else, with a sign or piece of paper that says "For David" take a picture and then post it on here in the Forum.
- tshesky
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It's amazing how one life can touch so many. I am shocked and sad, and never even met David. And it's amazing how one passion (hiking/climbing) can bond so many.
I sat down at work today and heard our assignment editor at KKTV rattle of "TalusMonkey" and "USA Keller". She was browsing this forum, perhaps for the first time. It's times like that when it really hits home... How precious one life is.
I sat down at work today and heard our assignment editor at KKTV rattle of "TalusMonkey" and "USA Keller". She was browsing this forum, perhaps for the first time. It's times like that when it really hits home... How precious one life is.
For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life. (John 3:16)
- RenoBob
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Caroline:USAKeller wrote:Actually, he and I were both headed to Nevada to meet RenoBob and his wife to climb that highpoint. I won't be going this weekend, but I know he and his wife will be going and carrying David in the highest spirit. I hope you have a safe climb!timm19 wrote:Like so many others, I never met David. I saw where he and RenoBob were going to climb Nevada's highest peak-Boundary-this Saturday and I had PM'd both of them on Monnday morning to see if they were still going, hoping I could tag along as I now live in Vegas.
Tim
Yes, Les, Tim and I are going up on Saturday. It will be our memorial climb, I know you'll be with us too. Les and I hope we can all finally meet in happier circumstances. Hope to see you at Culebra.
Everything has already been said many times over.
Bob
Some mistakes are too much fun to make only once.
- shotgung
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- RenoBob
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On a lighter note, how about "Honk if you know the TalusMonkey"?shotgung wrote:My brother makes stickers in Parker, CO. I was thinking about having some stickers made up. Any ideas? I was kicking around "Hiking for TM" or "RIP TM". PM for ideas or suggestions
Some mistakes are too much fun to make only once.
- Buckeye
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- fleetmack
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i have a new quote on my profile ... it was from a thread about 1 1/2 years ago that cracked me up. a child wanted to be talusmonkey for halloween and a discussion started about the pimp suit, he replied wiht my quote ...
"Cynicism and ill-humored opinion have built a stronghold called the message board. Sweet mother of God, see a f***ing shrink, people."
--Corey Taylor
--Corey Taylor
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- rlynn
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- Matt
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Here's the best thing I've got to capture some of the quirks of the Monkey...
Secret hot springs in the Jemez? Rockin! That's the kinda stuff I like to see and know about!
I'd definitely be down for some backpacking in NM. One of my books lists a few, but most are day hikes.
Like you, I hope to get to do some fun backpacks with other members this year. Last year was fun and I met a lot of people. But now that I am finished with the "list," I just wanna do more small group trips with all the fun, bonding, and knavery! Plus, I revamped my gear again this winter and think that I've got the optimal lightweight setup now.
This is a big loss for us all. God Bless you, Mr. Worthington. You cracked me up and inspired me to be a better hiker. Thanks for it all.
Secret hot springs in the Jemez? Rockin! That's the kinda stuff I like to see and know about!
I'd definitely be down for some backpacking in NM. One of my books lists a few, but most are day hikes.
Like you, I hope to get to do some fun backpacks with other members this year. Last year was fun and I met a lot of people. But now that I am finished with the "list," I just wanna do more small group trips with all the fun, bonding, and knavery! Plus, I revamped my gear again this winter and think that I've got the optimal lightweight setup now.
This is a big loss for us all. God Bless you, Mr. Worthington. You cracked me up and inspired me to be a better hiker. Thanks for it all.
We are all greater artists than we realize -FWN
A man is rich in proportion to the number of things he can afford to let alone. -HDT
Peak List
A man is rich in proportion to the number of things he can afford to let alone. -HDT
Peak List
- FlyGirl
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I like what TalusMonkey had on one of his t-shirtsshotgung wrote:My brother makes stickers in Parker, CO. I was thinking about having some stickers made up. Any ideas? I was kicking around "Hiking for TM" or "RIP TM". PM for ideas or suggestions
14er Jihad!
Move like a heron, not like a water buffalo