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[Littledeer]

Welcome to WS!!!! :clap:

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Out of all the hundreds of cases that are here at WS, what is it about this case that compelled you to make your first post?

[TeeOne]

A friend of mine gave me the WS link. This case hooked me because two young girls were murdered in cold blood, on a country road...in the middle of nowhere.

[thefrostingflake]

I've not posted anything but, I have tried to read everything. It just hit me hard as I have children near this age. It could happen to absolutely anyone, anywhere, anytime and it (quite frankly) ticks me right off. That there are people out there who believe they have the right to snuff out a child's life because they can...makes me lose faith in human race.

That's why I'm here. :crazy:

[sweetheart29]

I am not a new poster or a lurker. What got me interested in this is that I was raise in a small town in Okla. about 1 1/2 hours south of Weleetka I also live in Tulsa for a few years.

[January.]

I'm a long time lurker thanks to SuziQ although she has no idea. I've been reading Huff's Crime Blog for years and saw Websleuths mentioned in the comments more than once so decided to check it out one day. I honestly don't know why I all of a sudden decided to come out of my shell and start posting. There's something about this case and these poor girls. I think about them a lot. The Amy Giordano case did this to me as well.

I think this is a wonderful community filled with diverse and interesting people. I hope to be a part of it for a long time.

[Tom'sGirl]

I'm a long time lurker thanks to SuziQ although she has no idea. I've been reading Huff's Crime Blog for years and saw Websleuths mentioned in the comments more than once so decided to check it out one day. I honestly don't know why I all of a sudden decided to come out of my shell and start posting. There's something about this case and these poor girls. I think about them a lot. The Amy Giordano case did this to me as well.

I think this is a wonderful community filled with diverse and interesting people. I hope to be a part of it for a long time.
Well, welcome January, good references..............SQ is a keeper!

[January.]

Thanks very much for the welcome, Tom'sGirl!

[ConfusedPopsicle]

Hey everyone! I haven't been lurking for too long, maybe a couple of months. I don't know exactly why I decided to start posting with this case, I just know that this has really gotten to me...it seems like if it happened to these innocent girls it could happen to anyone. There is nothing in the world they could have done to deserve what happened to them, and this/these sick SOB need to be brought to justice.

[brighidin]

I actually found WS through a link when I was reading about Nicole Morin, a girl who went missing when I was 9 or so from close to my Dad's house. I was following links and came here about the same time as the Kelsey Smith story was happening so I started reading those threads. I realized I could register in the winter, and did, but I don't have anything helpful to add, so I mostly just read.

I've posted a few times in these threads, because I happened to catch the AMW that mentioned (briefly!) the case. I'd say this story resonates with me because those girls were just starting out and inexplicably had their lives taken away. Its frustrating and scary. I have a 12 year old son who wants me to stop babying him and he wants to hang out with his friends and not me. I also have a 3 year old daughter who is just an angel and I can't even imagine how Skyla and Taylor's families feel. I guess it just hit home somehow.

I hope to have more time to post here in the summer. I'm working on my PhD and I'm in the middle of some crazy exams so don't have much time. I shouldn't even be on the computer right now!!

[Littledeer]

Thanks for sharing!!

Welcome and please, don't stop posting. All theories, thoughts, information, etc. is welcomed!!

:blowkiss:

[asher1979]

I've been a longtime lurker and finally got an address that WS accepted. My first post was about these poor girls. I think what interested me is that they seem to come from such wonderful immediate families who were doing their best to protect them... but their extended families have a diverse criminal element.

I don't know something about this case intrigues me because of the dynamics between all the families. And of course, as the mother of a daughter (mine is still a baby) my heart just breaks for these families. No family should ever have to go through this, EVER. Children are the innocent and deserve our protection at all costs.

[Littledeer]

Welcome to WS asher!!

Children are the innocent and deserve our protection at all costs.

:clap::clap: Definately!!!!!

[busters_mummy]

I'm a long time lurker thanks to SuziQ although she has no idea. I've been reading Huff's Crime Blog for years and saw Websleuths mentioned in the comments more than once so decided to check it out one day. I honestly don't know why I all of a sudden decided to come out of my shell and start posting. There's something about this case and these poor girls. I think about them a lot. The Amy Giordano case did this to me as well.

I think this is a wonderful community filled with diverse and interesting people. I hope to be a part of it for a long time.

It seems SuziQ has quite a following! I too, following Huff's Blog (The legend that is Steve Huff), found my way over here some time ago after reading a comment from SuziQ and have been lurking for a year or two.
My first post was in the Neil Entwistle thread (as I'm in the UK) but this is the other thread I have been following intently for the past few weeks.

Our media carried the story initially but nothing since so I come here for updates.

This story reminds me of one we had here about five years ago-the murder of schoolgirls Holly Wells & Jessica Chapman- and even though that turned out to be someone indirectly linked to them it was the same in respect of two young girls just out minding their business on a sunday afternoon/eve and their lives just snuffed out suddenly.

Anyway, I'd like to thank everyone for their chat and updates and the great work you do at this fantastic forum.

I hope the families of girls get justice soon.

[Littledeer]

Welcome to WS busters_mummy!!

Unique nick........... :)

Yes, SuziQ is quite a person. I also followed her posts for a while before I joined. (Although, like you, she doesn't know this).

I'm glad to hear that LE was able to catch the killer of the two girls in the UK. Like you, I also am praying that the families get justice for these beautiful angels.

Looking forward to reading your thoughts!!!!

[Aleph]

I also found Websleuths through Steve Huff's blog. I've posted here and there on other cases, but mostly just lurked. Posters here have taught me a lot with the way they think and analyze cases. Usually I'm two steps behind and have nothing to add.

I think what grabs me about this particular case is that it doesn't make a lot of sense, but at the same time it doesn't seem to be a senseless, random crime. It's a real mystery, in the deepest sense. Most of the other cases that receive a lot of attention on the board seem to have a much clearer motive, even if the perpetrator can't be found.

But on the other hand, I can only read so much about this. I can't go look at the pictures of the two little girls. It would make me too sad. It's bad enough that things like this happen to adults, but kids......There are just no words.

[Albert18]

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I think what grabs me about this particular case is that it doesn't make a lot of sense, but at the same time it doesn't seem to be a senseless, random crime. It's a real mystery, in the deepest sense. ...

This is probably the best summation I have read of this crime.

It doesn't make sense but it doesn't appear to be senseless.

And you know what, I think that is a clue. But where does it point us?

[barbanneb]

I have been a member for awhile. My first post was made since there is a first time psychic thread. I usually would check to match up information to intuitive info I was getting.

[JP76ER]

Welcome to WS!!!! :clap:

Please sign in and share your feelings on the following:

Out of all the hundreds of cases that are here at WS, what is it about this case that compelled you to make your first post?



I've been a member for awhile but just don't post that much. This story grabbed me because it is so horrific. I will never understand murder but to kill these two harmless girls just bothers me. I can't even get close to why this killer or these killers felt compelled to do this. This is a death sentence case if I have ever seen one. I keep rolling over in my mind if it was one or more killers. It will be more telling if & when the type of ammunition was used. If they both were handguns, it still could be one shooter who wanted to fire both weapons for some sick reason. It's just a horrible tragedy.

[Tom'sGirl]

I've been a member for awhile but just don't post that much. This story grabbed me because it is so horrific. I will never understand murder but to kill these two harmless girls just bothers me. I can't even get close to why this killer or these killers felt compelled to do this. This is a death sentence case if I have ever seen one. I keep rolling over in my mind if it was one or more killers. It will be more telling if & when the type of ammunition was used. If they both were handguns, it still could be one shooter who wanted to fire both weapons for some sick reason. It's just a horrible tragedy.
It certainly could be ONE shooter JP, with two seperate firearms.

[JP76ER]

It certainly could be ONE shooter JP, with two seperate firearms.


I posted in "The Weapons" thread on more of my thinking on one shooter. You can check there & give me your thoughts.

[bluestarzz]

long time lurker...jsut a few posts
not sure, maybe benjam kyle
lurk serveral pet cases though, 2 in sc unidentified, kyle fleshamn, randy marion ...
2 OK angels murdered....several others...
bluestarzz

[jessunlil]

I don't think I can articulate what it is about this case that drew me back to WS after a long absence.
I think it has something to do with being the mother of a 13 year old daughter and trying to make sense of the senselessness of this crime.

[little726]

Hi, everyone.

I had been lurking for awhile, then decided to join. This is a great group, by the way.

Anyways, I have also been following this story since it happened. Trying to find ANYTHING that could be of help.

My personal feeling is that it was some of the kids from the bridge, since they would go there to shoot their guns. But how they've kept it a secret for so long is a mystery to me. Kids love to brag.

I just can not see it being drug or gang related. Unless the two girls saw some of the boys smoking pot or doing something else illegal.

Anyways, that's my two cents for the day.

Glad to be here.

Robin

[Torsade]

I've been a lurker since beautiful, sad little Rowan went missing.
I was unable to post until I had an email account from the right type of provider, so I was forced to remain a lurker.
Now I have an account, but don't post often.
What intrigues me about this case was well expressed in someone else's reply: it appears to be too creepy to be random, yet it's hard to believe anyone could find a reason to shoot these little girls.

[Dr. Pennypacker]

innocence shattered

[Shutterfly]

Actually, this is in fact my first post. I confess, I've been a lurker for about two weeks. When my registration was approved last night after having problems because of my ISP, the top of my head almost came slam off! LOL. I was positively thrilled. Finally...a site with a moderator. :woohoo:
I really can't explain why THIS case is important to me, other than the obvious, but it's what led me here after following the story from the time the news broke. I was just 'digging' into this case before I knew I was..and here I am, still praying to God that justice will come for Taylor and Skyla.:praying:
Obsessed? Perhaps. I just can't get it out of my head and I don't know why. It's like leaving home and having this nagging feeling all day that you forgot something important. I've always LOVED true crime shows and such but I never got 'hooked' on a case until now. I'm just one of those people who love trying to figure things out. "I've always been intrigued by puzzles" as Dale Hinman always says.
Anyway, I'm thrilled to be here. I just hope I can bring something positive to the board.

[tapu]

I think what grabs me about this particular case is that it doesn't make a lot of sense, but at the same time it doesn't seem to be a senseless, random crime. It's a real mystery, in the deepest sense. Most of the other cases that receive a lot of attention on the board seem to have a much clearer motive, even if the perpetrator can't be found.


This is probably the best summation I have read of this crime.

It doesn't make sense but it doesn't appear to be senseless.

And you know what, I think that is a clue. But where does it point us?

Yes, Aleph captures it there. And so do you, Albert. I think that what seems to be a meaningful, analyzable mystery in this led me to post about it myself. I read the other cases here and there but for me, this is like the Elizabeth Smart case--something unusual is going on.

[KeyboardPlayer]

I have been reading this board for some time, but this case has hit me hard emotionally and inspired me to begin posting. This case, to me, is second only to that of Carlie Brucia for making an impact on my life. Thank you everyone for this forum!

[arbor]

I am a sometimes lurker. For weeks after Taylor and Skyla's death, I checked the OK news sites hoping for an arrest and justice. When the news fell off the headlines, I had to look further and found this site.

Not a day goes by that I don't think of the girls. It hit me hard because they reminded me so much of my best friend and myself when we were that age. We walked the back country roads of Louisiana and spent many a happy, carefree summer. My heart breaks that Taylor and Skyla were taken so brutally and so young. This case has tugged at my heartstrings. I want to see justice and I want those little girls to have peace.

I don't have much insight into the possible scenarios, but I appreciate that you let me come and consider yours. I just want, like all of you, to hear the words 'We have the suspect(s) in custody.' I will also be waiting to hear the guilty verdicts. I will follow this case to the end. As long as someone cares, its not cold.

[KeyboardPlayer]

I am a sometimes lurker. For weeks after Taylor and Skyla's death, I checked the OK news sites hoping for an arrest and justice. When the news fell off the headlines, I had to look further and found this site.

Not a day goes by that I don't think of the girls. It hit me hard because they reminded me so much of my best friend and myself when we were that age. We walked the back country roads of Louisiana and spent many a happy, carefree summer. My heart breaks that Taylor and Skyla were taken so brutally and so young. This case has tugged at my heartstrings. I want to see justice and I want those little girls to have peace.

I don't have much insight into the possible scenarios, but I appreciate that you let me come and consider yours. I just want, like all of you, to hear the words 'We have the suspect(s) in custody.' I will also be waiting to hear the guilty verdicts. I will follow this case to the end. As long as someone cares, its not cold.
Hi arbor, very well said. It bothers me daily that Taylor and Skyla are gone, and that the case seems to be slowing down in terms of new leads and information. I can't remember the last time I heard about it on the news here in northeast Ohio, it has been several weeks at least. Very heartbreaking.
Cheers

[GetSmart]

They say there is power in numbers...With all of us feeling the way we do about "Our Girls" I have no doubt this will be solved. I have such a love for these 2 girls..it is so hard to explain. Y'all can see how long I have been a member and I have never been on a case as much as this one.

[KeyboardPlayer]

They say there is power in numbers...With all of us feeling the way we do about "Our Girls" I have no doubt this will be solved. I have such a love for these 2 girls..it is so hard to explain. Y'all can see how long I have been a member and I have never been on a case as much as this one.
You and me both, GS... I often think about the fact that if this hadn't happened, I would probably have never heard of Taylor or Skyla in my lifetime. But personally I would rather have never heard of them than to remember them because of this tragedy. This is NOT how the girls should have made their mark on the world. :(

Cheers!

[Tom'sGirl]

Hello everyone...

Well, I guess this means I'm official now. It's nice to join all of you good people.

Hi AKA "Just Nanny", good to see you here!
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[Ruflossn]

You and me both, GS... I often think about the fact that if this hadn't happened, I would probably have never heard of Taylor or Skyla in my lifetime. But personally I would rather have never heard of them than to remember them because of this tragedy. This is NOT how the girls should have made their mark on the world. :(

Cheers!

Well spoken.

[Tom'sGirl]

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Originally Posted by adielphia http://www.websleuths.com/forums/images/buttons/viewpost.gif (http://www.websleuths.com/forums/showthread.php?p=2572482#post2572482)
Hello all I am new to websleuths. This is just horrible what happened to these beautiful babies, I hope and pray they find the killer/killers!

[adielphia]

It just hits so close to home, I have a child around the same age and I would not know what to do it something happened to him. I also help my parents raise my neice and she is not far from their age.

[Tom'sGirl]

It just hits so close to home, I have a child around the same age and I would not know what to do it something happened to him. I also help my parents raise my neice and she is not far from their age.
Yes, this case has touched the hearts of many.

For me personally having lived in, or near large cities all my life I daily hear of innocent children being gunned down for one reason or another, usually dealing with their family gang affiliations. Other times it's due to some crazy nut unknown to the families.

I know bad things happen anywhere, but somehow the vision of a tiny town with dirt roads where kids walk made this all more sad to me. So many people would love to raise their children in that type of atmosphere, but as we've learned, not everyone in small towns are good people.

[adielphia]

Yes, this case has touched the hearts of many.

For me personally having lived in, or near large cities all my life I daily hear of innocent children being gunned down for one reason or another, usually dealing with their family gang affiliations. Other times it's due to some crazy nut unknown to the families.

I know bad things happen anywhere, but somehow the vision of a tiny town with dirt roads where kids walk made this all more sad to me. So many people would love to raise their children in that type of atmosphere, but as we've learned, not everyone in small towns are good people.

I am learning that there is no safe place to live any more and it is very sad. As being a kid I remember walking everywhere and never worrying, now I will not even let my son ride his bike up and down the road unless I am there to watch.