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Livy
Mountain climber
Cody, WY
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Hi, Bobby, It's Virginia thinking about our trip into Purvis Meadow up the South Fork with you and Anne and Jim and fam. Good fish treats. It was lovely to be with you then and get to know you better. You even did dishes. I have prayed for you since I heard of your grave injury. I remember when I got the call that my brother was dying and he is alive still. We prayed with every breath and slowly he healed up and came home. I still pray for him, though. Point is, prayer calls the miracle and we are all focused on you, my friend. Wishing you healing. Virginia Livingston
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Lyon Davis
Social climber
Cody, Wy
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I just read Mees's story about Bobby climbing the Silver Dollar on the 4th. I remember it well. I’m sure he was underage, and thus had minor problems getting into the bar, but he was not under motivated. Faith had no problem getting in to the joint, however, even though she was younger, Jake and I would muscle the door man into letting Faith and Booby in, as we were older than him, grew up with him and thus was easily influenced. But Bobby being an unattractive female was left out side by the open bar. Like always’s when Bobby saw a challenge he stepped up to it.-
It was probably a more amazing & technical climb for Bobby then the Trango expedition considering the condition's he was facing. A hostile crowd, Jagermister by the gallon, ancient crumbling mortar between the bricks, dollar beers, 4th of July it’s self (meaning he had been up for at least two day’s solid ( prior celebrating in the particular Wyoming cowboy way),total darkness, rattle snake skin cowboy boots (although looking back this could have been an advantage considering the rotten mortar and the way he was driving them in between the bricks, like ice climbing) Needless to say, he came, he saw, he conquered. It was seriously a mind blower seeing him up on the wall like some kind of spider man. I don’t think anyone ever though of climbing it. I vaguely recall that he was allowed into the bar after that and pouring a pitcher of beer on his head. I do know for a fact that he stayed at the Dollar celebrating until at least 6 that morning (the bars don’t close in Cody during the 4th) and he helped sweep the floor. It’s a little hazy but I think we threw him over the fence into his yard right after that, he was sleeping like a baby. Faith and everyone else passed out at my house all over my parents floor etc. But a good time was had by all. All of your friends are in Cody right now Bobby. We are gathering for you and having a party in your honor on the 3rd. We LOVE you, We Support You, We are Thinking and Praying for you ALL the time. I’ve spoken with a lot of people and in Cody in the past few day’s and YOU are on everyone’s mind. Faith, we have been talking about you incessantly. I just want you to know that we are here in Full Force supporting you and the family. We are all so thankful that Ann, Big Bob and family are there with you We cannot imagine what you have been through with Bobby, but one thing we agree on is that you were named FAITH for a reason, we all LOVE you so much.
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Mr. Southfork
Ice climber
Cody, WY
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Hey Bobby, The posts on this forum are bringing back some great memories. I was not present when you scaled the Silver Dollar but I do recall many of the yearly festivities in Cody over the 4th. We'll miss you tremendously over this holiday week....
I enjoyed the apologies that went with the Peanut Putter Pasta story and I have an apology of my own.... Many years ago I sat and watched you and Pat work your freshly bolted project at The Island. I watched, learned and memorized all the moves as you guys nearly sent it. When you'd had enough you graciously offered me the rope and I got the first ascent. I should have kept my seat and let you have at it the next day.. I'm sorry.
I understand there is a gathering on the 3rd in your honor in Cody. I would very much like to attend. Can any one post the details?
Todd G Cozzens
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babboo
Social climber
missoula,mt
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Faith and Bobby, tons of prayers and love as you begin a long journey almost home. I have to laugh at all the 4th stories and references. Big Bob was involved in a wee bit of my underage celebrations , when i was off duty babysitting you guys. There is no way I am old enough for you guys to be over 30!! Happy days ahead love, sarah (williams)
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ccaldes
climber
Golden, Co
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you all as you make your long journey back to the states. To Faith: you are a powerful and inspiring woman. I can't imagine what you (and the whole family) have been through since the moment this happened. We are so glad you are here and survived the ordeal. To Bobby: we look forward to having you a couple thousand miles closer and can't wait for a full recovery.
We wish you safest of travels. Literally, the thoughts of thousands of people are with you.
With all of our love,
Brice and Chris
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Crimpergirl
Social climber
St. Looney
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I need to report that the mere story of peanut butter pasta is now responsible for chunk blowing in St. Louis Missouri.
ew.
Hahahaha! Thanks for the great story!
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gradyphoto
climber
Washington DC
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Save travels Bobby and Faith!! You remain in my thoughts daily.
Liz
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handsome B
Gym climber
SL,UT
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Looks like Wyoming is welcoming you back. Safe travels Bobby.
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Toma Knapp
climber
Laramie, Wyoming
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Hey Bobby, Our prayers are with you everyday. Toma Knapp & Beau White P.S. We hope you have a safe trip home. Your sister will take good care of you.
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L
climber
A Light Glider on a Rising Thermal
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Ya know Bobby (and Crimpie), I thought Peanut Butter Pasta was sounding fingerlickin' good when I first read that story...
Then I read about how you snail-mailed it to a friend in a ZipLock bag...
Which brought back memories of opening 2-month-old Tupperware containers of pasta at the back of the fridge...
And I instantly started to gag and blow chow with the St. Louis crew! Thanks for the treat!
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John B
Social climber
New York, NY
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Bobby,
The thoughts and prayers of all the Budniks are with you and your family as you return home.
Love,
John
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jet
climber
red lodge mt
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Hey Bobby So glad you are back closer to home. Can't wait till you get back to Cody. A freind a my self are off to the bugaboos on the fifth. When we get back I will show you the pictures. Talk to you later. Your pal Jet.
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brooks emeny
Social climber
bozeman, mt
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Bobby, I hope your trip to the big apple was uneventful and successful. Happy 4th of July. We are praying for you lots and are excited to hear of the great news. Keep strong Bobby. I can't wait to see you later this summer. All our love and support, Brooks, Kenzie and Lexi
PS. A little note that I stole from Bode Miller. "Joining will require that you agree to disagree whenever it feels necessary. It will require that you solemnly vow to be what you believe. It will require that you love to do at least one thing so badly that it hurts not to do it. It will require that you write your own creed and live it intensley, even if no one ever asks to see it. If you find these terms acceptable, LIVE ON!!!!!!" Well Bobby, Keep on livin'!!!!
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BrenDA
climber
Green River, WY
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Faith,
I hope you and Bobby had an uneventful trip to the states and are settled in. If you get a chance can you send me an address where I can send cards to you and Bobby. Bobby, I drove through Yelloestone last week and the snow on Silavan Pass was calling your name. Take Care and Stay safe. Brenda Cronk
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Petra
Social climber
South Africa
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Dear Faith, Bob, Mona, Anne, Jim, Bobby's Mom, Mariella and all Bobby's other family please do know that we are praying for all of you on continuous basis and are thinking of you all. Will think of Bobby many times during each day and may this tragedy end in truimph. You are a stunning bunch of people and I wish you all the best. Do know that their is POWER in PRAYER and we believe with you that he will be doing just fine. I think you are all very strong and what a priviledge to meet such stunning people like you all. Faith and Mariella, keep up the good work with the hugs and reading and talking and kissing. Keep us updated please. Lots of love and continual thoughts, Petra
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elemental
Gym climber
Lander, Wyoming
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JULY 5 UPDATE FROM FAITH:
Dear All,
Bobby and I made it to New York early yesterday morning and arrived at Mt.
Sinai around 6:30am. It was a very difficult trip for Bobby and much too
long. He is struggling with pneumonia again, so please keep your prayers and
healing energies elevated as you all do so powerfully. He does have the best
doctors on his case and is much more comfortable and I know relieved to be
here, as am I and the rest of our family. I will update you all later with
more details, but I did just want to send out a quick email to let you that
we had arrived and are glad to be home. We said teary goodbyes to the
nurses, doctors and those at the inn where were staying and it felt a bit
heart-wrenching to leave those that had become such an incredible support to
us over the past month. But it's also time to be home and time to be closer
to our extraordinary web of family and friends here--it's a relief. I felt
teary smelling the air when I finally stepped off the plane (the US has a
particular smell that is always my first informant that I've returned).
As for the celebrations in Cody over the weekend of the 4th, I can only
imagine...the mere thought unleashes a flood of memories. I'm sure you were
all in rare form and I'll be filling Bobby in, although he'll be
disappointed he wasn't present late night with camera in hand...At any rate,
we were there in spirit and I would imagine the toasts and celebrations
helped carry us through the flight back.
As always, our deepest deepest thanks and love to you all,
Faith
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JoeMax
Mountain climber
Belfry
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Hello Freinds,
Well it sure is good to be back home in small town Belfry Montana.Thank you Kay And Nicki for your support .
On to Bobby , he now rest in the neuro ICR at John Hopkins in New York City. Faith reports "It was a trip from HELL" in the air ambulance . I can only imagine !! I few business class and I'm just now starting to feel somewhat like I'm coming around .
As you can imagine Bobby was stressed also .So temp up, respirations up,infection showing also? Hopefully Bobby will quickly get use to his new accommodation's and get back on the trail to recovery .
I'm much more out of the loop but will try to report any news I receive to you all via SUPERTOPO .Thanks you again SUPERTOPO this have been a great medium for Bobby's friends to work together to get us all through this very difficult time.
This not a race, it is one step at a time,slow,steady,and thoughtful.
I would like to express my heartfelt thanks to all the great people we mrt during our stay in South Africa.We could NOT have done this without you.I thank you ALL.I hope someday to return to your country and see you again I'll never forget what you have done for us!
Pretty sappy Huh? Oh well ! Keep up the good work all! Bobby needs us now more then ever.LOVE TO ALL JOE
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Kira Salak
climber
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To Bobby's Family,
My prayers continue to go out ot you and Bobby. I saw the great Hindu saint, Amma ("the hugging saint") two days ago, during her visit to the Midwest from India. When I was with her, I asked her to please help heal Bobby. She is a powerful personage and her healing abilities are widely documented and profound. She sends healing prayers and the white light of compassion to you and Bobby.
With love,
Kira
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shannon becker
Mountain climber
big sky, montana
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hello models,
I don't know if you remember me, I used to be shannon wyatt. My cousin Nick Czarnecki knows you well and speaks of you often. I just want you to know how much I have been thinking of you since I heard the news. After reading the different posts, I have nothing but confidence that you are all strong and will pull through this. My thoughts and prayers are with you-
sincerely
shannon
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JoeMax
Mountain climber
Belfry
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I'm back rereading my thread I saw I wrote John Hopkins then I read Faiths with Mount Sanai .Sorry if I caused any cofusion.I not quite 100% . Did any body see the HBO special on our soldiers in Irag, surviving head injury? I've heard it was quite good. ? Thank you JOE
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