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couldn't have said it better myself, whatever it was you said. Have a good trip.

Whoa, access just opened to that ranch that Access Fund acquired? I heard that the approach was the issue, but some folks had been hiking in the long way and putting some stuff up. Seemed to me like the area in question was maybe 2/3 the size of the City proper? Lots and lots of rock. New route goldrush. The climbing is great at the City, has the flavor of JTree, but as reported, more alpine. That means willows and pines in the draws, prickly pear on top of the ridges with plenty of sagebrush. You'll have a great time, and the timing should be grand.

funny how for some people that title phrase brings Barney to mind, whereas I now can't get the Ramones out of my head (not to imply that's a bad thing with a two hour drive staring me in the face) We're a happy family we're a happy family we're a happy family me mom and daddy Sitting here in Queens eating refried beans we're in all the magazines gulpin' down thorazines we ain't got no friends our troubles never end no Christmas cards to send daddy likes men Daddy's telling lies baby's eating flies mommy's on pills baby's got the chills I'm friends with the president I'm friends with the pope we're all making a fortune selling daddy's dope We're a happy family we're a happy family we're a happy family me mom and daddy

It's in Tenino, dude. Wait a minute, let me check, yep, still there.

Hah, you've been training me well, because that thought occurred to me when I first saw the thread title...

Yeah, I'd have to say that Repeater is my choice for the pinnacle of Fugazi. I went to the most amazing show when that disc was current. (FYI: that British Conservative Catholic site is of course clever satire along the lines of The Onion)

Oh my DFA, that's a find. "injecting marijuana" indeed!

Sad to say my hands aren't the least bit scabby these days, due more to inaction than brilliant crack technique, so I have no idea what you're talking about.

Some people just don't like happy baby whales, strange fetuses, or shitty bundles of twigs or branches tied together .

Yeah, I was going to say "nuke the gay baby whales" but then I realized it was just ice cream.

Damn, I just thought that was two cats in the bushes! That was a great time, good to see ya'll, and if all Republicans grill up as nicely as that cow, I think we'll get along just fine.

A little research revealed that the old bolts have been replaced on Stoners Highway and Freewheelin (middle cathedral) and Shaky Flakes (Royal Arches), all routes that would be on my wishlist, and are not likely to be busy.

Up on the hilltop where the vultures perch That's where I'm gonna build my church. Ain't gonna be no priest, gonna be no boss Just Charles Nelson Reilly, nailed to a cross I can't piss I can't shit I'm getting no relief People shake their heads in disbelief GO.

I expect to make it up there. Anyone from Oly need a ride?

Don't feel too bad Trask, just because you're a cover band doesn't mean you're not worth listening to.

Damn, they ruined a perfectly good tourist attraction. Just think of all the folks who would have flocked to the region to witness the trapped severed arm!

Yeah, a bone saw to go with Norman Clyde's spinal needle.

I dunno Fern, they just sound like stories to me. Most of the routes discussed aren't chestbeater affairs anyway, and there's not much glory to be had in falling.

Hah, I saw the topic and I was sure it was about Charlie.

It occurs to me, if you're going out alone, its not a bad idea to tell someone where you plan to go.

From The Mountaineers Books website: "There are old climbers and there are bold climbers, but there are no old, bold climbers. This familiar saying, coined by legendary climber Paul Petzoldt..." Sounds more Petzoldt than Whittaker to me, but the phrase has certainly become ubiquitous.

Here's one for you Sisu: An 80-year-old man is having his annual checkup. The doctor asks him how he's feeling. "I've never been better! " he replies. "I've got an 18-year-old bride who's pregnant and having my child! What do you think about that"? The doctor considers this for a moment, then says, "Well, let me tell you a story. I know a guy who's an avid hunter. He never misses a season. But one day he's in a bit of a hurry and he accidentally grabs his umbrella instead of his gun. So he's in the woods and suddenly a grizzly bear appears in front of him! He raises up his umbrella, points it at the bear, and squeezes the handle. The bear drops dead in front of him." "That's impossible! Someone else must have shot that bear." "Exactly."

Nope, but Beckey makes reference in the brown guide that makes it sound unappealling, loose, dirty, that kind of stuff. One free/aid route mentioned on it I think. Looks good from the road though, nice size hunk of rock.

Yeah, I know what you mean. I don't flinch to see a guy in the movies take on a room full of zombies with a lawnmower, but a nasty medical scene makes me close my eyes everytime.