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Topic: RE: living with lapband for life
Yes I have exhausted all the resources I can think of on internet and locally and doctor's thanks though. trish
Topic: RE: Mystery fans?
I grew up reading the Cat who series! 
Such fun romps. I've found quite a bit since, but they were always my tried and true favorites when I couldn't find anything else to read. (Seldom lol)
Such fun romps. I've found quite a bit since, but they were always my tried and true favorites when I couldn't find anything else to read. (Seldom lol) Topic: RE: Readers????
I'm an AVID reader. I'm currently working on Simon R. Green's Nightside series. I read just about anythign that catches my eye - though I'm more partial to fiction then non-fic.
I've got a dozen or more favorite authors - and am always happy to discuss!
corine
on 1/27/06 3:01 am - santa Barbara, CA
on 1/27/06 3:01 am - santa Barbara, CA
Topic: RE: In A Million Pieces...James Frey
Hi Evie,
I enjoyed reading your input. A couple of my friends have been reading the book, and they enjoyed it very much. I think they are a little upset that some of it turned out to be fictional though. They have both have said they would have read it anyway if they had known some of it was fiction, because it is about perception. I think the book would have still been a best seller if the author had been a bit more honest in representing the book, not changing anything, just letting everyone know that things might have been a little exaggerated.....hey sometimes being in jail for a couple of hours can seem like months....I totally understand that exaggeration!
The bottom line for me, is I hope this encourages more people to read!
Bests,
Jackie
Topic: RE: In A Million Pieces...James Frey
Jackie, this is my personal opinion as I am sure you as well, have your opinions on this. (I would ask that people reading this post not flame me as this is MY personal opinion and I am not forcing it on anyone.)
Thanks for the article. I actually watched Oprah last night! Very interesting to say the least.
Boy, once people sink their teeth into something, they just won't let it go. Too juicy i guess! 
Frankly, this author wrote a book. He lied in it! Big Deal! It was HIS book. Ya, he should have made it a fiction novel instead of a memoir but come on.....get over it people! Get over it Oprah! As much as I love and admire Oprah, she is making a big deal out of nothing! It was James' recollection of his past. If he remembers being in jail for 3 months (but really only for a few hours), so be it! If he remembers his girlfriend hanging herself (but actually slit her wrists),so be it....come on. Really! Does it really make a difference? He is not the first person to write a book that had lies in it and won't be the last! Websites like "The Smoking Gun" are pathetic low lives looking to make a quick buck! "Let's see who we can defame today?" PLEASE!!
There are more things in this world we could be fighting for like people going hungry on our streets, the homeless, hurricane victims, the war in Iraq and so many many more issues that we all could give our attention to!
It was a good read! I enjoyed it. I couldn't put it down for days! I can't remember the last time I read a book like that! Thank you James Frey!
Eve
p.s.
I personally do not condone lieing, but there has to be some kind of perspective. Who do you know that will not embellish their past to make it more sensational! More juicy!! Remember, just my opinion!
Frankly, this author wrote a book. He lied in it! Big Deal! It was HIS book. Ya, he should have made it a fiction novel instead of a memoir but come on.....get over it people! Get over it Oprah! As much as I love and admire Oprah, she is making a big deal out of nothing! It was James' recollection of his past. If he remembers being in jail for 3 months (but really only for a few hours), so be it! If he remembers his girlfriend hanging herself (but actually slit her wrists),so be it....come on. Really! Does it really make a difference? He is not the first person to write a book that had lies in it and won't be the last! Websites like "The Smoking Gun" are pathetic low lives looking to make a quick buck! "Let's see who we can defame today?" PLEASE!!
There are more things in this world we could be fighting for like people going hungry on our streets, the homeless, hurricane victims, the war in Iraq and so many many more issues that we all could give our attention to!
It was a good read! I enjoyed it. I couldn't put it down for days! I can't remember the last time I read a book like that! Thank you James Frey!
Eve
p.s.
I personally do not condone lieing, but there has to be some kind of perspective. Who do you know that will not embellish their past to make it more sensational! More juicy!! Remember, just my opinion! Topic: RE: In A Million Pieces...James Frey
Wow!! I usually don't rush out and buy a book because Oprah says to, however, in this case I did. Of course , don't you know, the one time I would , the book would be a fraud!!! Can you believe it? I mean it was a good read, but I thought it was real. I love true stories. I read all kinds
of stories, thiugh. What do you all ead. Pam B.
Topic: RE: living with lapband for life
Hi Trish, I am pre-op and looking to get RNY, but have you tried a local
bookstore? Or online under books, lapband? Good luck on your search!! Pam B.
corine
on 1/26/06 3:33 am - santa Barbara, CA
on 1/26/06 3:33 am - santa Barbara, CA
Topic: RE: In A Million Pieces...James Frey
ran across this article, thought it was interesting....
CHICAGO (Reuters) - Author James Frey confessed to bottom of Form
Oprah Winfrey on Thursday that he made up details about every character in his memoir "A Million Little Pieces" and the talk show host apologized to her viewers, saying she felt "duped."
In 19 years in television "I've never been in this position before," said Winfrey, whose praise for Frey's book in September helped make it the top-selling book on nonfiction lists in the United States last year.
"I really feel duped," Winfrey told Frey on her television show. She said he had betrayed millions of viewers.
Winfrey began by apologizing to viewers for a telephone call she made to CNN's "Larry King Live" show on January 11, while King was interviewing Frey about the controversy. In the call Winfrey said that even though the facts were being questioned, the book "still resonates with me" and called the controversy "much ado about nothing."
"I regret that phone call," she told her viewers on Thursday. "I made a mistake and I left the impression that the truth does not matter and I am deeply sorry about that. That is not what I believe."
Sitting with Frey in side-by-side easy chairs, Winfrey quizzed the author point-by-point about his book that described his drug-and-alcohol addiction and the people hurt by it.
"All the way through the book I altered details about every one of the characters," Frey said "Every one of the characters was altered," including himself.
He spent two hours in jail, not 87 days, and the account of his breaking up with a woman who later committed suicide happened in a much shorter period of time, with their separation occurring while he was taking care of personal business in North Carolina, not while he was in jail, he said.
She committed suicide by slashing her wrists, he said, not by hanging herself.
Asked if
The Smoking Gun Web site which first questioned the book had accurately characterized the discrepancies, Frey said "I think most of what they wrote was pretty accurate," adding they did "a good job."
The Smoking Gun said it could find no evidence of his having spent that much time in jail and that an auto accident he wrote about consisted of running his car up on a curb.
Frey said he had developed an image of himself for the book as "being tougher than I was, badder than I was" as a "coping mechanism."
Winfrey asked if that was to make a better book or to make him a better person.
"Probably both," he answered.
"To everyone who has challenged me on this issue of truth, you are absolutely right," she said, adding that the inspiration the book brought to so many people had clouded her judgment.
Frey's book had been chosen by Winfrey for her reading club -- an honor which often turns books into best sellers. Published by Random House's Doubleday division, the book sold more than 1.77 million copies last year after being chosen by Winfrey.
On January 17 Winfrey chose Holocaust survivor Elie Wiesel's "Night" as her latest selection, sending the book, first published in the United States in 1960, to the top of best-seller lists.
Random House is a unit of German media conglomerate Bertelsman AG.
Topic: Need Roomie for Hawaiian Cruise!
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Hi Everyone!
I am looking for a roommate for the OH Hawaiian Cruise November 5-12.
At the top of the main Obesity Help message board, there's a whole thread about the Hawaiian Cruise. An information packet on the cruise can be found here:
danthetravelman.com/obesity-help-travel/ObesityHelp-Hawaii-Welcome-Packet-2006.pdf
I found the Norwegian Cruise Lines site very helpful, as
since it gives information about the ship, the shore excursions and
tons of other things!
I checked out Norwegian Cruise Lines' website, and
here's a website about "our" ship - the Pride of Aloha:
ncl.com/fleet/pal
That will give you an idea of what the ship is like,
AND at what a GREAT Deal that Dan and the people
at OH are giving us!!!! MUCH lower than the prices
listed on the NCL site!! It also has a sample list of
shore excursions for all the stops the ship makes --
wow, I can't wait, and I am so very glad I booked the
$899 inside cabin, so I can spend the rest of the money
on the shore excursions!!! I was thinking of getting an
oceanview w/balcony room, but heck - I won't be in the
room that much, and I'd rather spend that extra $700-$800
on the shore excursions!!!!
This is going to be a WONDERFUL trip!! I took my Dad to Hawaii
in 2002 -- he was a WWII Veteran, and lost his best friend on
the Arizona. He always wanted to visit the Arizona Memorial,
but my Mother would never fly over the ocean. So, after she
passed in 2001, I booked a trip to take him to Hawaii for 10 days!
We had a WONDERFUL time, and I still treasure those memories
of my time spent there with him. He passed away May 5, 2005,
just a month after my surgery. I sure wish he could see me now,
down 120 pounds. I know he'd be proud.
Dayna
My NOLA Website: geocities.com/nola_rescue
My Weight Loss Journey site: geocities.com/thedawnofanewdayna
============================================
Here's a snippet of information from the thread in on the main OH Message Board, posted by Monica.
Obesity Help Hawaii Cruise 2006
Norwegian Cruise Lines - Pride of Aloha!
Welcome to The New Hawaii!!!
Imagine Hawai'i. What do you see? O'ahu's glittering Diamond Head and dazzling Waikiki Beach? Maui's lush valleys, tropical beaches, waterfalls and rainforests? Kaua'i's spectacular Na Pali Coast and Waimea Canyon? Or the Big Island of Hawai'i's volcanoes, black-sand beaches and 13,000-foot-high mountains? Hawai'i is a kaleidoscope of natural beauty, and each island offers a unique and thrilling experience of its own. So which Hawai'i Island do you choose? We invite you to experience them all - on one unforgettable life-changing vacation.
I would be happy to mail this information to anyone who would be interested in this amazing cruise vacation. Simply call our office and request the packet for the Obesity Help Hawaii Cruise 2006.
Just a $300.00 fully-refundable*, per-person deposit holds your space.
All-Star Cruises & Travel, Inc. is a fully-certified, full-service travel agency. We are ARC-appointed, CLIA-approved, IATAN-approved and members of ASTA. We take very seriously our commitment to excellence.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
Mr. Daniel J. Schmier
President/Dean of Students
PS. We're asking that everyone get deposits in ASAP. We're working to get our group a complementary cabin upgrades through Norwegian Cruise Lines and they won't consider it until all deposits have been received.
Obesity Help Hawai'i Cruise 2006
Sailing Date: Sunday, November 5, 2006
Cruise Company: Norwegian Cruise Lines
Name of Ship: Pride of Aloha
Itinerary: Sunday ~ Depart Honolulu, O'ahu
Monday ~ Nawiliwili, Kaua'i
Tuesday ~ Nawiliwili, Kaua'i (Scenic Cruising)
Wednesday ~ Hilo, Hawai'i (Evening Sail by Mt. Ki'Lauea)
Thursday ~ Koni, Hawai'i
Friday ~ Kahului, Maui (Optional Tour to Lana'i Available)
Saturday ~ Kahului, Maui
Sunday ~ Honolulu, O'ahu
Group space held: Category K (inside) 30 cabins
Category KK (inside) 11 cabins
Category E (oceanview) 30 cabins
Category BC (oceanview w/balcony) 5 cabins
Catogory BB (oceanview w/balcony) 21 cabins
Catogory AA (Owner's Suite) 3 cabins
*Cruise Cost: Category K (inside) - $899 per person (3rd/4th guest $479)
Category KK (inside) - $910 per person (3rd guest $479)
Category E (oceanview) - $1219 per person (3rd/4th guest $529)
Category BC (oceanview w/balcony)
$1569 per person (3rd guest $589)
Catogory BB (oceanview w/balcony)
$1609 per person (3rd guest $589)
Catogory AA (Owner's Suite)
$4189 per person (3rd/4th/5th guests $919)
Included in Cruise Package: Seven night sailing aboard Norwegian Cruise Lines Pride of Aloha, a ****tail party as hosted by Dan Schmier from All-Star Cruises & Travel, Inc., Obesity Help onboad conference fees, port charges and taxes.
*Air & Pre-Packages: We have nogiated special pre & post-packages for this special Hawaiian event. If you need air, hotel, transfers, car or any other travel needs, please call me for a quote...800-818-3739 nationwide toll-free. Air prices become available 11 months in advance and bulk pricing becomes available 9 months in advance. I will keep you posted as pricing becomes available.
Citizenship: A valid US Passport is the preferred method of identification.
If you do not have a passport it is currently NOT required. A government issued birth certificate with the county raised seal along with your picture ID is acceptable.
Travel Insurance: Norwegian Cruise Lines offers insurance starting at $99 per person. Keep in mind this insurance will only cover what Norwegian Cruise Lines actually books. We also have Travel Guard insurance which will cover your entire vacation i.e. Air and hotel pre/post packages. Please call for a cost quote. Travel Guard does cover a great deal more and is usually (within a couple dollars) the same rate.
Payments: A refundable* $300.00 (per person) deposit holds your space, and is due upon booking.
2nd payment of $300.00 (per person), is due on April 1, 2006. *On August 14, 2006, cancellation penalties will apply. Please see your brochure for amounts. Final payment is due on August 14, 2006.
Forms of Payment: Cash, check, money order, and all major credit cards.
I am looking for a roommate for the OH Hawaiian Cruise November 5-12.
At the top of the main Obesity Help message board, there's a whole thread about the Hawaiian Cruise. An information packet on the cruise can be found here:
danthetravelman.com/obesity-help-travel/ObesityHelp-Hawaii-Welcome-Packet-2006.pdf
I found the Norwegian Cruise Lines site very helpful, as
since it gives information about the ship, the shore excursions and
tons of other things!
I checked out Norwegian Cruise Lines' website, and
here's a website about "our" ship - the Pride of Aloha:
ncl.com/fleet/pal
That will give you an idea of what the ship is like,
AND at what a GREAT Deal that Dan and the people
at OH are giving us!!!! MUCH lower than the prices
listed on the NCL site!! It also has a sample list of
shore excursions for all the stops the ship makes --
wow, I can't wait, and I am so very glad I booked the
$899 inside cabin, so I can spend the rest of the money
on the shore excursions!!! I was thinking of getting an
oceanview w/balcony room, but heck - I won't be in the
room that much, and I'd rather spend that extra $700-$800
on the shore excursions!!!!
This is going to be a WONDERFUL trip!! I took my Dad to Hawaii
in 2002 -- he was a WWII Veteran, and lost his best friend on
the Arizona. He always wanted to visit the Arizona Memorial,
but my Mother would never fly over the ocean. So, after she
passed in 2001, I booked a trip to take him to Hawaii for 10 days!
We had a WONDERFUL time, and I still treasure those memories
of my time spent there with him. He passed away May 5, 2005,
just a month after my surgery. I sure wish he could see me now,
down 120 pounds. I know he'd be proud.
Dayna
My NOLA Website: geocities.com/nola_rescue
My Weight Loss Journey site: geocities.com/thedawnofanewdayna
============================================
Here's a snippet of information from the thread in on the main OH Message Board, posted by Monica.
Obesity Help Hawaii Cruise 2006
Norwegian Cruise Lines - Pride of Aloha!
Welcome to The New Hawaii!!!
Imagine Hawai'i. What do you see? O'ahu's glittering Diamond Head and dazzling Waikiki Beach? Maui's lush valleys, tropical beaches, waterfalls and rainforests? Kaua'i's spectacular Na Pali Coast and Waimea Canyon? Or the Big Island of Hawai'i's volcanoes, black-sand beaches and 13,000-foot-high mountains? Hawai'i is a kaleidoscope of natural beauty, and each island offers a unique and thrilling experience of its own. So which Hawai'i Island do you choose? We invite you to experience them all - on one unforgettable life-changing vacation.
I would be happy to mail this information to anyone who would be interested in this amazing cruise vacation. Simply call our office and request the packet for the Obesity Help Hawaii Cruise 2006.
Just a $300.00 fully-refundable*, per-person deposit holds your space.
All-Star Cruises & Travel, Inc. is a fully-certified, full-service travel agency. We are ARC-appointed, CLIA-approved, IATAN-approved and members of ASTA. We take very seriously our commitment to excellence.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
Mr. Daniel J. Schmier
President/Dean of Students
PS. We're asking that everyone get deposits in ASAP. We're working to get our group a complementary cabin upgrades through Norwegian Cruise Lines and they won't consider it until all deposits have been received.
Obesity Help Hawai'i Cruise 2006
Sailing Date: Sunday, November 5, 2006
Cruise Company: Norwegian Cruise Lines
Name of Ship: Pride of Aloha
Itinerary: Sunday ~ Depart Honolulu, O'ahu
Monday ~ Nawiliwili, Kaua'i
Tuesday ~ Nawiliwili, Kaua'i (Scenic Cruising)
Wednesday ~ Hilo, Hawai'i (Evening Sail by Mt. Ki'Lauea)
Thursday ~ Koni, Hawai'i
Friday ~ Kahului, Maui (Optional Tour to Lana'i Available)
Saturday ~ Kahului, Maui
Sunday ~ Honolulu, O'ahu
Group space held: Category K (inside) 30 cabins
Category KK (inside) 11 cabins
Category E (oceanview) 30 cabins
Category BC (oceanview w/balcony) 5 cabins
Catogory BB (oceanview w/balcony) 21 cabins
Catogory AA (Owner's Suite) 3 cabins
*Cruise Cost: Category K (inside) - $899 per person (3rd/4th guest $479)
Category KK (inside) - $910 per person (3rd guest $479)
Category E (oceanview) - $1219 per person (3rd/4th guest $529)
Category BC (oceanview w/balcony)
$1569 per person (3rd guest $589)
Catogory BB (oceanview w/balcony)
$1609 per person (3rd guest $589)
Catogory AA (Owner's Suite)
$4189 per person (3rd/4th/5th guests $919)
Included in Cruise Package: Seven night sailing aboard Norwegian Cruise Lines Pride of Aloha, a ****tail party as hosted by Dan Schmier from All-Star Cruises & Travel, Inc., Obesity Help onboad conference fees, port charges and taxes.
*Air & Pre-Packages: We have nogiated special pre & post-packages for this special Hawaiian event. If you need air, hotel, transfers, car or any other travel needs, please call me for a quote...800-818-3739 nationwide toll-free. Air prices become available 11 months in advance and bulk pricing becomes available 9 months in advance. I will keep you posted as pricing becomes available.
Citizenship: A valid US Passport is the preferred method of identification.
If you do not have a passport it is currently NOT required. A government issued birth certificate with the county raised seal along with your picture ID is acceptable.
Travel Insurance: Norwegian Cruise Lines offers insurance starting at $99 per person. Keep in mind this insurance will only cover what Norwegian Cruise Lines actually books. We also have Travel Guard insurance which will cover your entire vacation i.e. Air and hotel pre/post packages. Please call for a cost quote. Travel Guard does cover a great deal more and is usually (within a couple dollars) the same rate.
Payments: A refundable* $300.00 (per person) deposit holds your space, and is due upon booking.
2nd payment of $300.00 (per person), is due on April 1, 2006. *On August 14, 2006, cancellation penalties will apply. Please see your brochure for amounts. Final payment is due on August 14, 2006.
Forms of Payment: Cash, check, money order, and all major credit cards. Topic: living with lapband for life
Help I am looking for a magazine or books that go beyond just the surgery about lapband info specifically. There is so much on gastric by pass. Help any suggestions I will take. I am almost 1 year out and down 144lbs and need input for life. thanks trish
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