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Harry's Day In Surgery Is Today! I'm finished - back home & playing SPEED RACER Wii! Now with Pics!
SPOILER ALERT !!
Hey folks, Harry here - back from surgery. The procedure got delayed a couple of hours - but it went without a hitch. My doctor was very happy with me - apparently the pre-op diet I followed perfectly - and there was zero fat on my liver - making the surgery very easy and with minimal stomach bruising.... which is why - an hour and a half after sugery - I find myself back home playing Speed Racer Wii with my nephew - sipping Chicken Broth and ice water.... whilst feeling a bit like Daniel Larusso after those Cobra Kai bastards got a hold of his gut. Can't really eat anything for a week - just broth - protein drinks and basically water. But this is awesome - feel great - and I'm updating the site.... so excuse me - I'm gonna put in RAMBO in BluRay and tough it like a real man should!
Below is Inside Harry Knowles... what you're looking at is my collared stomach. This image was taken from inside via a small film crew that was shrunk down, placed in skintight suits... including on really hot gal that was the spitting image of Raquel Welch, but it wasn't... some chick named Cora. But damn she was hot. This was a very penetrating view of my stomach. The untamed beast has officially been domesticated.
Hey folks, Harry here... As many of you know - for quite some time I've been working towards getting a LapBand Operation. This is one of the modern tools one can use in the fight against obesity. It's completely reversible and adaptable to one's life needs - and it is... by no means a miracle one-stop cure all for obesity. Instead, what it does is it helps guide someone with my problems into a lifestyle of multiple meals, very small, throughout the day. It guides you into that process by forming a small pouch at the top of the stomach that allows you to consume about a hand size portion of food at any time - and since this process will be at the top of the stomach - it gives me the sensation of being FULL - thus ending craving and hunger issues.
What the Lapband doesn't do is it doesn't make you eat the right things, that's up to me. It doesn't make me exercise, that's me. Since being diagnosed with Diabetes 6 weeks ago, I've lost right at 52 pounds based solely on Diet change and regular 1 hour workouts at 24 Hour Fitness. For the past two weeks I've been on Atkins in prep for the surgery - (Atkins helps reduce fat around the liver, which makes the surgery easier for the operating surgeon.)
This isn't something that I've been working towards for a couple of years. The Diabetes diagnosis added resolve, much needed resolve to solving the issues that have plagued me. At the start of all of this - I was 417 lbs. Wore 7xl shirts and size 62 pants. I was a very fat fatass. Technically - I still am. And I've been a happy fatman - but when Diabetes came into the equation - which has a possibility of blindness (which would really fuck up my favorite passion in life, film) I have taken the steps necessary to defeat Type 2 Diabetes. In the last 6 weeks - I've brought my blood sugar levels to near normal levels through diet and exercise. And this surgery is necessary to getting myself down to approximately 220lbs and walking, running and dancing. Oh - and Diabetes free - allowing me years to serve all of y'all by covering films and film events.
The surgery will take place Tuesday - May 20th at 10am (C.S.T.) at the AUSTIN SURGICAL HOSPITAL, 3003 BEE CAVES Rd, Austin, Tx 78746. (512) 314-3800. The surgical process takes 45 minutes - but they say I'll be under for approximately 3 hours. Once I come to, I'll update back here for a status on how everything went. Unless it all goes horrible... they poke my belly - it opens up, my belly jaws biting the surgeons arms off - they flame throw me, but I'll try to have my head crawl off and type a final message for all of you. But they tell me that hardly ever happens outside of the Arctic.
I'd like to thank all of you good folks that have written in with support and well wishes. But don't worry - people in a lot worse shape than I am in have done this and they've never lost anyone through the process. This is just my way of getting my physical body in the sort of shape that my life is already in. Which is to say - pretty fucking perfect.
I'll be writing in - in about 12-14 hours. Till then - lots of love!
Harry
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Good luck on surgery.
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Been following this site since the start. May The Simpsons have to redesign Comic Book Guy to reflect your upcoming svelte physique.
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Harry my aunt went through the same surgery and lost hundreds of lbs. This is going to really change your life, but you gotta stay away from the cheetos and keep hittin the 24 hour fitness.
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You should watch it in the hospital.
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Get better... get great. Thanks for all!
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best wishes.
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Good luck, Harry, and congratulations on the steps you've already taken. May this one aid you even more.
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just don't set the goal so high that you'll forever be disappointed. 200 pounds lost via LAP-BAND would be incredible, way beyond the norm. either way, if you work at it, you're life is about to take a very positive turn.
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gluck harry and congratulations on the progress you've made so far. Wish you the best, I'm sure everyone here will be hoping for the best.
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Sounds like you're making some good choices.
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Its good to see that you are trying to take your physical well being in a more positive direction. In a way, perhaps being diagnosed with diabetes will be the best thing that ever happened to you. Because hopefully you will now be able to lead a longer life to enjoy that little thing called film. Had it not been for this diagnoses, you may had continued in your current physical track record and could have quite possibly died at a much earlier age from heart problems or other obesity issues.
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I know its nowhere near the same thing, but I know how shitty the white room is. Still, you'll get through this just fine. Maybe AICN can come up with some cool thing people can contribute to and give you in the hospital. Oh, and don't watch funny movies. Laughing really hurts the incisions.
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Good luck Harry! You will be in our thoughts and prayers!
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You've been an inspiration to this (former) journalist for a long time, and I wish you well.
I know it sounds weird coming from someone you've never met, but I'm very proud and happy for you that you've gotten so much of this under control by yourself. I've had my own issues in life, never as serious as this, but I can't say that I've always been able to make the necessary changes to better myself all the time. I'm glad you can.
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I hope the surgery goes well and you get in shape. I'll never fully understand how anyone can let themselves get to the point that they can't go up a flight of stairs without wheezing, but I respect the fact that impending blindness and death were enough to motivate you to lose weight. GL sir, and hopefully if and when the weight comes off it doesn't take impending death to keep it off.
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SKINNYASFUCKI never though I'd live to see the day where I weighed more than my dad.. but I do. I'm 165.. he used to be 350. Now he's 150. You can do it Harry! I KNOW you can!
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Dude, congrads on taking a big step towards making your life better, you deserve it man, you live the dream, live it out, all the way
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Life is short... good to know you're ready and willing to make it last as long as possible. Takes a lot of courage to do that.
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See you on the flip side dude.
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Rethink this dude! Your Fatness is your golden egg. The reason why your site is so sucessful is cause nerds are spiteful and hate success. They see you and your tonnage and think to themselves "Harry has everything, he's got money, he writes sort of good, his parents own a comic book store, I hate his ass, oh wait, he's a horribly obese fattie? I guess that negates his other qualities and makes me relate to him more". You are shooting yourself in the foot if you are getting rid of all that glorious fat. I mean all the AICN interstitial animations are based upon the grotesque fat flesh that you possess. This is like Kerri Russell cutting off her curly hair in Felicity. Look what Happened! This will be bad.
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Hope it goes well.
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they could make if they just lipo'ed your ass instead! har har. good luck harry. hope to see your new studly man body soon!
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I've had operations -- big fun! Good luck, and be at least as good as is likely :D
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I just hope they don't find a Manitou while they're poking around in there. Best of luck dropping the weight. We've all got to wrestle our personal Shutes.
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Dont get surgery! It's your hypothalamus gland that is out of whack and makes you crave food. There is the ROOT of your problem. Fix that the rest will flow.
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Best wishes Harry, transforming from the stereotype geek one step at a time, first getting married and then to thinland! best wishes. Gonna miss those glorious fat harry flash animations jokes!
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No fancy fat jokes here... Good luck, Harry. Oh, and Lapband on hairy = Nipples on Batman.
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Will always be Fat Harry. I leave that to him. That and Cartuna loves animating the fat me. I can't take his love for fat men away... it just wouldn't be right.
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I meant, "Harry", although, I'm pretty sure you're hairy anyways.
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sending a prayer on the mind waves for ya.
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...52lbs in six weeks already!!!
That, my friend, deserves major kudos all on it's own! I'm just trying to lose 40 to help my back and that's tough enough.
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to a new life! Best to you, mate!
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"It gives me the sensation of being FULL - thus ending craving and hunger issues."
There are walnuts you can eat cost you less than surgery less stressful.
STUPID FAT FUCK! DONT GET THE SURGERY FIX YOUR HYPOTHALAMUS GLAND AND EAT WALNUTS! -
get well soon. take it one day at a time.
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I like your reviews, and our movie taste are pretty much identical, so I need you to keep writing reviews for me to point at with my finger and say SEE? SEE? when friends think a movie I like sucks. So good luck.
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You are in our prayers!
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although it would be better than 99% of them out there...Herc would still like Veronica Mars better...good luck big guy, everyone here feels like we know you, and we're all here because of you. and that means the world. get healthy and stay that way, and when this site's 50th anniversary rolls around, don't forget us original talkbackers! good luck and happy healing.
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you're gonna need it...I got your promise, not a scratch.
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...on the surgery and lifestyle change. No one ever regrets a healthy diet and exercise. You'll be amazed at the difference in the quality of your life. Thanks for the site and all you do!
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Great job on the weight loss already. Have a nice sleep and a great surgery.
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think about all the things you'll be doing after surgery buddy, don't let anything negative come to your mind. MAY THE FORCE BE WITH YOU.
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Only, I guess, less so.
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harry get your butt up and do some yoga, not only will you burn fat but spiritually you will be golden, especially bikram yoga which can help defeat diabetes, look it up brother, god bless!
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harry get your butt up and do some yoga, not only will you burn fat but spiritually you will be golden, especially bikram yoga which can help defeat diabetes, look it up brother, god bless!
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I love you, man! Hey, I've been knocking a few back, makes it OK. This has been my favorite site forever, and you're one of the most awesome geeks that ever lived. Good luck, my friend I've never met.
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Simple enough operation so the good luck is more for the weight loss in general. If Peter Jackson can do it so can you.
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is that even a healthy level of weight loss?
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and congrats on losing those first 50 pounds!
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I hope the surgery goes well.
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...oh, lapBAND. Ohhhhhhh. Oh!
Best of luck, man. Let's just hope that while Moriarty is in charge he doesn't fuck up the Galactica the way Saul Tigh did when Bill Adama was under. :) (BAD CYLON MORIARTY, BAD!) -
Then he can share his love of comics and stuff with a son.
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Just keep on dieting, and exercising.
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Good luck man - see you on the other side of the op.
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I'm rootin' for you, man. Good luck. Be healthy. We need you around to write reviews for our children, and our children's children.
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...Like "Mom" from Futurama...
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Harry, I have a friend who has had a simular op, years past....
If you need advise from someone who had to do a diet change due to surgery... contact me and I will get you in contact with him..
He was a head chef at rice diet house in Durham....search grinch and "rice diet" on the web.... be careful on what meds they give you and do not loose the weight too fast,,, it may affect your kidneys the way it did my friend. -
And remember to enjoy the painkillers while you have a legit excuse to take 'em!
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You're in my thoughts, be well, stay strong.
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Hey Harry,
Be strong, my man. The trick with surgery like this is patience. It's going to hurt like fuck for a while but six months from now you'll feel awesome. And your kids will thank you someday for having had the courage to go through with this. -
Now get skinny!
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This is one of those life-changing things that all geeks can sincerely get behind you on. It's great to hear that you're taking charge of your health in far better ways, and I'm sure some amazing results will follow. So best to you on the operation and here's hoping it improves your life in all the ways you dream of!
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I'll come visit you in the afternoon... I really want to sprinkle Tobasco on your surgical wound while you're bedridden and can't stop me. Tomorrow's gonna be a good day...
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Get a goods nights rest.
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Kudos to you for being proactive with your life! We will be thinking good thoughts for you!
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My Dad was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, but unlike you, he has not taken steps to control the illness. That said, my sister and I are very aware of what diabetes can do and we are both active people who enjoy a nutritious meals. and unlike our father, we are fit and not pear shaped, with a BMI within a normal range. A good diet does not have to taste as dull as crap and exercise just becomes part of your daily routine. Good luck man, I'm guessing that you will be pleasantly surprised with the results of a little effort on your part.
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good luck soon to be skinny dude
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keep on keepin big fella!
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May 20, 2008 12:42:14 AM CDT
Good luck man. eat right when you get out - my mom had 2 amputa
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It's not a fun way to live you life...
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I've been lurking on these boards for 10 years (under a couple different names) and you've supplied me with years of gossip, reviews and time-killing pleasure. Get healthy, stick around a while and keep doing what you do best...Loving cinema.
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So I'm nervous myself. My sister had Gastric Bypass Surgery or Stomach Stapling back in 2003. She was over 300 pounds. She became as skinny as a stick. Then gained a little back in the last few years. Then she had her breast done and a tummy tuck. Now she's having her breast fixed again and more extra fat removed. She's 37, married with 3 kids. She doesn't seem worried at all. In fact she's super happy about it. While me and the rest of her family can't sleep from worrying so much. So I can relate to what your wife and family are going through Harry. Good luck! Even though I talk smack here sometimes. I love ya Harry and all you guys.
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Sending good vibes, luck and much love your way!!!
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Great good luck to you through the surgery from me placeboeffect, and the impending Unit Z (although, she can't wish you luck herself I'm sure she would if she could). I am incredibly happy that you've had your shakubuku coinciding with your desire for the surgery. I can't see anything but good results in the future.
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Best of luck man!
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May the Force and the doctor's steady hand be with you.
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You Do Whatever It Takes, Big Guy. I'm not the biggest fan of your orgasm spewing reviews, but damn it I still appreciate your point of view and thoughts on things.
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My very best wishes for a successful operation and a positive change of mindset when you get out. You're a strong man, Harry, a highly-focussed individual who is more than capable of channelling this focus into re-inventing yourself.Keep an old pic of yourself. Get angry when you look at it. Never mind all that Hippy claptrap about'love', what you need is 'anger' - focussed anger can inspire us to truly epic achievements.Get angry, Harry. Get fit and truly LIVE. The candle's lit, the prayers are said, and there's a phenomenal amount of people on your side, here.Best of British, my man!
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Get better soon.
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Food sucks. Unless it's Yoplait Whips Chocolate Mousse Style and Flintstone's Vitamins...I love the purple Bettys. And Pedialyte, the ultimate hangover cure.
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I hope it all goes smoothly and I look forward to updates on your post-op life and what the changes are like for you.
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All the best.
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...that's pretty impressive. Is it too late to enter Harry into the Olympics?
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Good god man! Yeah, I'd say a lapband is in order. Good luck.
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Good luck, man...
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Give 'em hell, Harry!
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This had to be posted by an insider...
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Best of luck Harry
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..raped my childhood.
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...you need to have drastic measures taken to get yourselves healthy. Eat right, exercise, and LIVE!
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It requires alot of work and disciplin... GOOD LUCK
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For all the gripes and issues over the years with the site and your reviews, the truth is you created a space for geeks to be geeks. You introduced many of us to many films we probably wouldn't have come across on our own. Living out in the sticks, I know at many times I wouldn't have stayed critically engaged in films if I didn't duke it out on this site with others. I've been reading Ain't It Cool News for about nine or so years now, from a young teen arguing that Alien Vs Predator was a bad idea for a movie, to a college student pursuing a career teaching film. So for all the bitching and moaning and genuine issues with the site, I still can't say thanks enough for simply creating the site and keeping it up. Wish you the best man! Peace.
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All the best and dedication to make this work
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That's fantastic news that you are making such a positive lifestyle change. I wish you nothing but the best. I am also on Atkins and I lost 50ibs. I am currently at 200 and shooting for 175. I know you can do it!! My fear was what is your reality as that runs in my family on both sides so yeah it's now or never. Once you on the diet for a while it will be come 2nd nature and you will rarely miss the carbs. Can't wait to hear the update.
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Good luck Harry, I know all will be fine.
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...my brother is going under tomorrow (5/20) for gastric sleeve (sort of like gastric bypass, except they leave part of your stomach, and more of your large intestine) at around 2pm your time. I'm worried sick about him as he's currently so heavy they can't even weigh him on a conventional hospital scale (that's 550 plus, folks). Kind of opportunistic to ask you all to throw a little good will his way as this is really about Harry (his site and all), but if you could see your way clear to just spreading the hope out to two fat men tomorrow, I'd be much obliged.
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how has no one said youre going to be the 'sexiest tomboy beanpole' yet?good luck harry!
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...Than listening to everyone gushing over how fantastic this is...
...It seriously wouldn't have been a problem if he had the constitution to look after himself in the first place...
Sure, the LapBand will reduce the hunger, but so would eating a balanced diet... Hell, you could even resort to medication which suppresses the appetite...
Launching into the LapBand, well I hope you don't suffer the heart-burn, stomach pains and continuous vomiting a lot of patients go through while their body adapts to the fact that it's stomach is now unable to hold food the way it wants to...
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This kind of surgery, in fact, any kind of surgery is very dangerous and should not be taken for granted by any of us. You have my prayers Harry. But, as you already know...you are blessed in many ways because you have a family, and means of supporting them...and that is a gift directly from God!!! The Greatest Gift!!!
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May 20, 2008 1:21:37 AM CDT
R U expecting phone calls, "get well" cards and flowers?
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Thanks for the surgery center's address and phone number. They're gonna get pranked unmercifully now.
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Hopefully this will help you out in living a more full and complete lifestyle. Cheers and best of luck.
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My sister was overweight her entire life then in her 30s started Atkins...now she competes in marathons...you can do it.
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seriously man I hope everything goes perfect
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I don't talkback much, but I'll add on to the support. I've had fun occasionally contributing over the last several years, so come back and keep the site going!
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Uncapie
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Thoughts, prayers and generally good vibes. Zzzzt! There! That was one just now.
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good luck!
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May 20, 2008 1:29:52 AM CDT
What's a SPOILER! warning in regards to real-world surgery?
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Is there a metaphor or secret meaning to "spoiling" the details? This is real life, not a biopic.
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I wish you the absolute best of luck.
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Eat well. While you are recovering. Howard stern went through a weight issue. He documented it in Miss America. Check it out Harry. You've got plenty of great years left, yet you can't do it in Heaven.
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Thank you for sharing your love of film -- as well as your life, good and bad, with us. Everything will go just fine -- you have many decades of joy yet to discover!
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It's awesome that you're going so far to get something you want--that's real balls on display. Kick some ass, and we'll be waiting for you right here afterwards!
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...How is Harry going in for surgery showing real balls? What a fucking cop out...
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Even the haters are impressed with your resolve. Make this chance stick, man.
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...and there's probably only 3 or 4 people that might agree with me - But seriously, if Harry really had the guts (no pun intended) to "go so far to get something he wants" or if he had "resolve" then he wouldn't have allowed things to get as bad as they did before he sat up and took notice...
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And don't worry about "spoiling" it for all us geeks. May visions of Indy's dance in your heads. And if you wake up in a tub full of ice with one of your kidney's missing, then the mission has failed. :) Seriously, good luck dude!
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First I backed out of GB and then LB. I too am fat and happy but fear one day my motivation will come much in the same terrifying form as yours, or worse.
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I'm stoked over the changes you are making in your life. I made some changes that are similar to yours lately... minus the lap band... and minus the 7xl shirts... and the 62 waist pants... I hope your changes exceed the lap band and you do more for yourself. Hit the weights and be the type of geek that jocks fear!
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I've been reading this site for years (this is where I came when Singer's first X-Men movie came out) and have been addicted ever since. Me and my roommate check it everyday and both of us hope for nothing but the best from your surgery. I think I did a talkback years ago and this is my first since. I felt like I should write something because this website has been a staple pretty much everyday since those first X-Men updates. Be well and get hardcore healthy, son!
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Everything will be fine.
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Been lurking here for about 8 years now. Good luck, Harry. A positive move and one, I hope, that will improve your life no end. All the best dude.
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So weird. I was fine knowing that I could walk over to your house and kick your ass. I don't feel as comfortable now that I know that you can return the favor. See you sometime in the next 48 brotherman.
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Only not as much, and like eight times a day.
Good luck big man, it should go smooth. My friend got it about two years ago, and he lost 80 something pounds... of course, he was no where as big as you, so that's a lot for him.
But, man, now all we got is that you're a ginger, and that's nowhere near as fun as calling someone fat. GET WELL SOON! -
You'll be in my prayers.
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well, i guess he did kind of ruin it by telling us its gna turn out alright.
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You will find that sex is even more fun when you can see you dick! ;)
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Hey man, we are all super amped that you are having this procedure and taking care of yourself. Without you around for decades to come, the internet and film world wouldn't be the same. Speedy recovery!
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thinknig of you and hope all goes well for you and your loved ones.
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Seriously, this is the best thing you could do for your yourself. I'm proud of you for doing something about your weight. Diabetes is no joke. Plus, as a bonus to us, we'll never have to read another review where you describe lifting your gut to get at some hot, little actress and let's face it, that's an image we could all do without! Good luck, man!
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Get well soon.
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On your surgery...
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And DAMN YOU, George Lucas!DAMN YOU TO HELL!!!
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hope everything goes well! and good luck in your fight against diabetes, I'm sure you'll kick it's ass.
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RECOVER QUICKLY AND WATCH A LOT OF COOL STOP MOTION GOODNESS WHILST RECUPERATING!!!!!
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You big gushing tub of hyperbole. For real though, good luck.
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Look forward to your next post.
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You'll look like a tomboy beanpole before you know it.
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My thoughts are with you today.
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I hope the surgery goes smoothly and your plans for a healthier life go well. If you need something to help fight the food cravings, run a google image search on Bea Arthur. Someone more twisted than the rest of us has made nude paintings of her. If you can eat after looking at those, your stomach is stronger than mine.
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That really doesn't sound like something nice to say to someone going into surgery.....Good Luck Harry!
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^ a taste of the future. good luck dude
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Despite disagreements with the community on your film tastes, you are very commendable for setting up a place like this where film geeks can hang out. Hope to hear from you soon.
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you be back up and posting in no time
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a speedy recovery!
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Good luck with it and I hope that the results work well for you.
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Good luck.
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Hey, when you are all slim and trim and ripped and stuff though don’t be trying to steal my girl, you already have a hottie. Good luck man!
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You are making the right choice.
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Dude, it can go into remission if you're lucky and keep up the healthy lifestyle. But you'd never be diabetes free.
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See you on the other side of the op!I think surgery is a last resort but when it helps this much then it's all good and with your turn around in lifestyle too it will all work itself into a routine! I watched a program the other night about an american dad having to get cut out his own home and winched onto a truck to get lots of weight removed surgically and it broke my heart to see the daughter at the end talking about how great it will be to get her dad back while feeding her newborn baby a BigMac!!! There needs to be a big push with nutritional education as well as the personal efforts made by the individual like yourself and something done bigtime about all the cheap fast food that makes it easier and more affordable than REAL food!? then we can all get back to normal and enjoying a healthy lifestyle again!Good Luck H!
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And when you wake up with a little Vaseline around your asshole, you'll know what went on in the other 2 hours you were out.
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Hope everything goes according to plan Harry, and i congratulate you on taking positive action and tkaing control of you life. Good luck and a hope a speedy recovery and ultimate success in you goals.
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And 52lbs in 6 weeks is stellar. Stand fast, because it's a life long battle.
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Can they keep some of that fat for AICN soap?
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get strong like wolf.
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so can you big man, Good luck. my thoughts are with you.
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Seriously, it'll aid your recovery and your balance and it's a good introduction to exercise. Then do Wing Chun, then aikido, then deathfist Level Beta secret skills which can only be learned from Master Hudan in the foothills of Tibet. Then kick the shit out of anyone who mocked your pre-band fatness. Best of luck.
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Someone had to say it. Best of luck man.
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and he says "Get well soon!"
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I'm not a prayer, but I just mumbled one to whomever might be listening, be it God, Buddha, the Universal Mind, or just my dog Enid laying on the floor. I really, truly and sincerely wish you well. I'm sure you'll be fine. You have way too many film folk to suck up to or piss off (depending on who you ask). I'm glad you are tackling your diabetes problem head on. It's kind of weird, but know that there are people out there, who don't even know you, that are worrying about you and wish the best for you. Get well and take it easy after the surgery. When I was a kid my mom thought Ebert was the end all, be all, when it came to movies. If Ebert said it sucked, then my family didn't go. Well know that you're my Ebert. I'll be thinking of you today. Get better. ((Fuck... that was one of the sappiest things I've ever written you fat bastard!! I mean it though.))
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Should go by in a flash! Good luck!
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http://www.hacres.com/home/home.asp
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Take care mate!
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I hope it goes well!
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Much love to my fellow Texan; I'll be keeping you in my prayers. Stay strong, stay focused and win this fight. =)
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Don't you realise mister Tiger costume donning, moving scathing, size of mount everest fat ass! as the LAST person anyone EVER thought to lose weight, YOUR TAKING AWAY THE ONLY ALIBY FOR THE REST OF US!!!Now the people who love us/ incessently wine and bitch about our weight, NOW HAVE A NEW WEPON TO WITCH TO USE IN OUR SUBJUGATION!!!!!! WHY HAVE YOU TURNED YOUR BACK ON YOUR OWN PEOPLE!!!(ahem)eventhose of us who (Caugh) arn't as rotund. But seriously hop your out of the Hospital and back home soon.
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I've been coming to this site every day for the past 11 years, Harry. We've never met, and yet in some weird way it seems like I know you. What a strange and wonderful thing this internet is. I wish you the best, Big Red. Speedy recovery and all that. From one film geek to another. Thanks for all the years, and here's looking forward to all the years to come.
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This site helped me stay sane through some tough times, so all the best, I hope it does the same for you.
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Good luck!
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You're going to be just fine. Once you see the changes, you won't want to stop, but just don't stop before that happens. It's the start that's the tough part. Once you've been doing it a while, exercise is almost fun. Almost.
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you will be in my prayers...
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Thinking of you and stay of the junk food fella. You deserve to get mobile again.
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May you have the luck of the Irish on your side.. Seriously man, you must be part Paddy with the carrot top hair. Joking aside.. your a legend and I wish you every success with your surgery and recovery!
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I hope the surgery goes well, and that you get yourself where you want to be healthwise. :)
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all the best
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Wishing you a speedy recovery
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Best wishes Harry. You'll be a lean - mean fireball mang. Proud of ya! Cheers ... Mike
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Losing that weight before getting this surgery; get well soon, stay cool always.
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I'm sure your back will thank you too Harry for the breast reduction. :-D
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All the best with the surgery and recovery.
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Hey there Geek-lord :)
Wish you all the best for the surgery and the times to come! You'll manage this challenge, I'm sure!
Greetz from Vienna, Austria!
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Ain't It Cool News won't be the same without a fat geek of Jabba-like proportions at the helm...but then again, it wouldn't be anything without Harry at the helm, so we need ya healthy and happy! We're all thinking of you. Also, remember for every 20 pounds you lose you will regain roughly a half inch of johnson. This will make a very happy Yoko.
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You haven't a fucking clue what you're talking about, and you don't care that you don't have a clue--you'll go right on giving your opinion anyway like the douchebag you are. This isn't about your opinion of what makes people fat, dipshit. It's not about your self-righteous finger-wagging wisdom, dipshit. It's about Harry and Harry's surgery, dipshit.
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Best of luck with operation and recovery Harry. You and your cohort of fellow geeks (Moriarty, Quint, Vern, assorted Talkbackers et al) have given me great entertainment and information over the years. Long may it continue!
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I'm sure the surgery will go well without any complications, but I'll keep a positive thought for you. And lets hope you don't get bug eyes like Star Jones afterwards. Kidding.
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Good luck Harry...
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Sincerely, best of luck HeadGeek. Just don't go the other way now and get bulimia or some shit, coz' then you'd be able to read minds. And that would make one dangerous geek. All the best man.
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...and congrats and dropping the weight you already have via diet & exercise. That's a tough thing to do just on its own.
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You deserve it.
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you've given me some inspiration to get off my fat arse and do something about it. cos if you can go through that, then losing some exccess baggage for me shouldnt be a lingering issue. may the force be with you!
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Good luck with the surgery which is 100% safe. Have Yoko filming and put it up on youtube horror category!
Going blind should never have been your ultimate persuasion. Dying from being fat would have really really fucked up your passion for film. I hope you will be happy to be the role model for other happy and content fat people sending a message to them that they will die young and thus fuck up their passions in life.
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Here's hoping this will be a great opportunity for you to continue to work hard at improving your physical health. Don't forget to take time to think about things from an eternal perspective as well, though, dude. Even if you get a second chance with a new and improved body -- what's the current state of your soul? That having been said, I wish you all the best, Harry! Thanks for being so open and sharing your struggles with a community that can be so mean-spirited at times (i.e. we talk-backers). You are showing a lot of courage and fortitude, sir. I salute you!
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Good luck and hope it's gone well. May your recovery be swift and your weightloss controlled and balanced. Oh and another plus point, you get to say to Mr. Fallus again without looking in a mirror. Unless your related to Dirk Diggler!!
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Best of luck, big guy! Hope your old King Kong-size heart is copacetic with your new, teeny super-model belly. Be brave, like MacReady.
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Nuff Said.
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But good luck!
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good luck harry.
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the subject says it all :)
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Hope it all goes well.
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Have fun when you're under.
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Guy at work went from 550+ to around 250 right now - and still losing. Good luck big guy, I want you still around to corrupt my children with your tasteless comments and cool reviews when they're old enough to see them!
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In March. And she is already off all of the medication she used to take, her blood pressure is normal, and all signs of Type 2 Diabetes have vanished. Best of luck to you Harry!
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We're all counting on you.
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We're all counting on you.
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I just want to tell you good luck. We're all counting on you.
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From Italy
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Dud when you're done you're going to kick yourself for not doing it sooner. It's a new lease on life and you'll feel like a kid again.
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Just make sure you don't backslide! You can do it! Be a superhero! Go Harry Go!
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May 20, 2008 5:58:30 AM CDT
Clicked the Lapband link and it sent me to Amazon's page. WTF?
by stalkeye
I kid, I kiddd. XD
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Harry, I've have friends who've had lap and GB proceedures. By far, lap is the best option when it comes to both recovery and longterm success. I'll say a prayer for ya man, good luck sir!
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May 20, 2008 6:05:19 AM CDT
As if Harry Knowles Couldn't be a Sadder, Sacrier, Fat Fucker...
by bill brasky
So all of this bullshit about Lapband surgery and 'working towards fighting obesity...whatever. Dude...EAT LESS + RUN MORE. That's how my Dad did it, that's how America does it...and it's worked out fine so far. Quit your fucking whining, stop filling your face and GET ON A FUCKING TREDMILL. Oh, and the 'hand' sized portions that fit into that artificial sack in your stomach? Yeah, not Andre the Giant's hand, The Refrigerator Perry's Hand or even Arnold Schwarzenegger's Hand. Those portions should be the size of an average person's hand. So...the joke's on you.
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Harry, you da man.
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And I hope it doesn't work...
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I remember when i ballooned up to 195 pounds, i really felt like a fat ass, but with a nice diet and good exercise i was able to lose 25 pounds and be at 170(im 5'11) in just 1 month.
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I will say prayers to countermind all of the fake 'prayers' that the agnostic progressives that frequent this site are trying to tell you that they are saying. I pray that you stay fat. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit...
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Can't wait to see the new you!
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We're all wishing you the best of luck, both with the procedure and the dedication to this weight loss.
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. . .my thoughts and prayers are with you today.
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Hey man, best of luck.
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First of all, good luck with the surgery.
Second, you probably already know that lapband surgery can put diabetes into total remission. The results are staggering. 60 minutes did a piece on it and you can see it here http://www.cbsnews.com/sections/60minutes/main3415_overflow_new.shtml
its the piece from April 20th.
Lastly, shaving your face would knock about 40 lbs off your BMI instantly.
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AWSOME! And I'm not some Harry's surgery apologist. I know some of his earlier work wasn't that great, but I see a comeback happening.
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Just dont get all high and mighty when you start getting buff :-)
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You number guys and gals is that a good karma series of numbers? Now who is gonna play the lottery with that set of numbers today? Good Luck Harry on your own personal gamble. That DIABETES is a real mo'fo'. I weigh 222 so come on down dude. Surgery can't help you get my 6'3" height though.
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It would be a terrible shame if you died due to obesity, it would be a horrible loss since you are one of the pioneers in the new age of film fans. So its good to see you're gonna expand your life expectancy. Even the haters would die a little inside if you left this Earth.
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You may get down to 150 lbs, but you'll always be our fat ass! Take that as a compliment, I think...
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it is an amazing thing that we can feel a tremondous bond with someone we have never met. i hope all goes well today for you harry and you come back "bigger"(in that you will be lighter and faster, much like the alien in alien 3) and better than ever. good health to you...
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Struggling with my own weight issues, albeit not on your level, I lost 20 lbs. in the last year but need to lose more. Your resolve strengthens my resolve. I mentioned in another talkback of my Dad losing aprox. 90 when learning of type 2 diabetes. He's thin and doing great. May thinness be with all of us. Good luck and take care.
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Hope all goes well with the surgery
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This will not turn you into a SKINNY TEENAGE BEANPOLE GIRL will it? Harriette is that really you?
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I'm envisioning the scene in Spider-Man 2 where they try and cut off Doc Ock's tentacles. Heh.Best of luck, big-but-soon-to-be-small guy.
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and Honor. What we do in life echoes in eternity.
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Just stick with that! It's a man's diet of meat, water, salad. 20 grams of carbs a day. People each way too much these days.
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And hope its all gone well.
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recovery can be a bitch so just take it easy.
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And when your middle gets liddle, we'll still think you're the best (a last bit of cheese so you let the docs keep their arms)!
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Good luck harry, I had tha same surgery last week and I lost 20 pounds during the week, good for you harry, everything iang to be fine
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I hope everything works out for you big guy. And hopefully, you wont be that big anymore after the surgery... xD Take care Harry. Don't die yet, the whole geekiverse needs you...
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I'm in the same boat. Sitting at 420-ish, but I'm only in size 48 pants. My legs are freakishly huge and muscular. My belly is just freakishly huge, I kind of look like Dan Akroyd naked in Coneheads. (Keep that image in your mind all day... I dare you)
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seeing your smiling face soon! Lots o love right back at ya.
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Don't eat the nurse!
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...and a speedy recovery, Harry.
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Good luck! Congrats on the weight loss! Good for you!!
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I have a friend who did this exact surgery, and he's thinner than me, now. In fact, he's a real skinny guy now. And does'n regret a thing.
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I hope everything goes well
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Good to see you are taking steps towards that. My wife and I will keep you in our prayers.
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Buena suerte, hombre, and a prompt recovery!:-)
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...hope everything goes well with your surgery and you make a speedy recovery, and are able to live a long, happy, healthy life.
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Glad you are getting healthy.
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all the best for the surgery, and good on ya for taking these steps. Hope to have you back here soon.
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Nice "The Thing" ref. by the way.
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of supporters like this one? You can see at a glance what a difference you have made, Harry, and not many can say that. So God bless you as you start your new life. Maybe you could run this off and tape it to the wall as you keep on exercising, as a reminder of how we all feel about you. Keep going, Harry - you can do it.
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Let me tell you good luck. Having lost 135 pounds myself, I will tell you the road to good health is not an easy one. You will have many obstacles in your path.
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I'll just add my wishes to the impressive pile here. May better things lie ahead on your journey.
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I have balanced between 200lbs thin and fit and 300+ out of shape and overweight. Just seems that my metabolism sucks, and that depresses me even more. I feel for ya, and wish you the best of luck.
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from a UK regular. Good luck!
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Or hopefully, soon to be not so big big man.
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One big hug from your Brazilian friends. Good luck!
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Looking at you, Capone.
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Good Luck with your surgery and recovery Harry-
Glad to see you're taking your health seriously-
Take care of yourself, sir.
We need ya!
DJB -
One time I sucked six in a row...
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Post a pick of you after you loose all your weight so we can see your "neck vagina" like we did in austin powers.
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After recovery, you will go to the Dagobah system.
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here's to a new you
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I too hope, that you'll get (a) hot nurse(s).
Err, wasn't there also a Game based about that with the Torso-Jaws and crawling-off head?
AS far as I remember, that Game had more crawling heads than humans were in the Arctic.
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...as long as it's a Healthy Harry. I'm sure I speak for millions of lurkers when I say best of luck.
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Godspeed & KeeP On FiGhTinG the GooD FighT!!
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Good luck Harry! lose the poundage and go from Frakenstien to Frakenfine! (apologies to Mr Stiller for stealing that)
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Good luck, Harry. I wish you all the success. My wife had roux-en-y gastric bypass surgery in 2001, and has dropped nearly half her body weight. She's doing great, and I hope you do too.
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It takes courage and strength, and the love of family and friends to acomplish what you are setting out to do - change your entire lifestyle.
I have no doubt that you possess all that is required - and then some, to do just that!
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And I think you meant Antarctic, not Arctic.
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I first laid eyes on your ginormousness at a Dobie theatre screening of Big Night many moons ago, then at Butt-numb-athon and more recently at the Bridal Extravaganza with your fiance. It was sad to see you become obese and hear of your deteriorating health as you become wheelchair bound. I am also happy to hear that you are taking responsibility and action towards becoming healthy and fit. Your a big man with a big heart and big dreams. The world is a better place with you in it. Now get down and give me 50 push-ups you big orange lug!
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They fix everything.
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Whatever you do, don't take any flu medicine and then ride on the bus
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Nice Robocop reference!!
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British Geekdom is with you, buddy. :)
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Trust me, I've had weight loss myself and you'll feel a hell of a lot better--the main point is FEELING better.
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...best wishes Harry. Not having you on this site would throw the order of things into major chaos. Hope all goes smoothly.
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May the Force be with you!
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All the best to you and a speedy recovery.
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...Before! After! Before! After! Before! After!"
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I got a little teared up when I read the bit about blindness and your passion for film. Seriously. Made me think about how tragic and horrible it would be for a film fanatic (or filmmaker) to lose his or her sight.
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to send get-well-cards and shit? Seriously, does AiCN even have a mailing address? I don't even know. I only know that if I were Harry, it would be fun reading cards from talkbackers if I were laid up for a while. Mori, tell us
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We are all thinking of you and sending prayers!
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You come back to us. Come back safer, healthier and very, very alive. Ok big guy? My thoughts are with you. This is the beginning of a new start for you and I wish you the very best of luck.
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are with you, Harry. I've only met you once when I flew in from St. Louis for BNAT last year, but you were wonderfully kind and a lot of fun. Great job on the weight you've already lost. If any good can come from diabetes, than maybe it was the shock you needed to become healthier.
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It's great to see you using this diagnosis for something positive. My Mom was diagnosed last year and she has really struggled with issues of shame and self-pity. It's nice to see you making the best of it. Stay strong big man!
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You'll be fine, Harry. I have a friend who got the surgery January 1 and has lost 45 pounds. God bless and do NOT go into the light. The light is bad, Harry.
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You tubby lovable bitch!
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..on the planet, ending Keira Knightley's cold and tyrannical reign.
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Seriously, I just watched 'The Thing' for the first time LAST NIGHT. Good luck!
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You will be the next sexy tomboy beanpole who has a beer and cheats on his wife yet.
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...and may legions of hot nubile young nurses sing thee to thy rest.
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Good luck Harry, just don't keep showing people your fat pants after you start losing the weight.
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My prayers are with you. My aunt had the same surgery a few years ago and hasn't looked back. I'm sure you'll find similar success. Here's to a great future and many many many more healthy years on this earth. God bless you Harry.
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Your friends in Canada wish you all the best, Harry!
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Godspeed my friend; praying for you and already imagining your new svelte self
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Hope everything goes well.
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God, Allah, Budda, shiva, et al. Bless you! I mean 412lbs you need all the blessings you can get ;-p
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which out of the two surgeries is the better for diabetics as my diabetes has been cured in 5 days. The lapband takes longer to lose the weight, and you have to go through the joy of filling the damn thing up with a big needle until it's just right. But for some people it works better. The GB was right for me because of the diabetes and the acid reflux I had.
I'm with you Harry on the diabetes and blindness. Would have really fucked up my love for film and TV. It's been almost two weeks since my surgery and I feel like a new woman and I'm already 20 pounds lighter. By next month I plan on being another 40 pounds less if I can pull it off.
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Anyone know what comes out today on DVD?
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Prayers and well-wished from a newbie poster.
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from your readers in the UK.
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Can I have your wife?
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Thoughts, prayers, and best wishes are with you.
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I hope it works out for you.
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I am really glad to hear you are getting this done. We want you around as long as possible. For whatever it's worth (to anyone else trying to lose weight), I have found that if you fast for about 3 days, you kind of get the "cravings" out of your system and you can really lose a lot of weight. I don't know if your stomach actually shrinks or what but I swear that works.
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Harry...I think over the next few months you should be posting pics of your progress for all to see! You'll be the next Jarred from Subway
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I struggled with my weight for many years before getting my shit together and getting healthy. Best decision I ever made. Best of luck buddy, I know you can do it.
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I've been reading this site since its inception, and it's one of the best out there. Good luck Harry. I wish you all the best on your road to better health for you and your family.
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to say Good Luck Harry!!!!!
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and a quick recovery!
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We're all counting on you. Fuck now I am really gonna have to lose weight, I told myself I'd be down 220 by now, and I am still at around 232. Granted I am not fat, just this desk job makes it hard to keep the weight off. Oh yeah Harry, my uncle who became one of the few medical Navy Dr.'s who could perform keyhole surgery, now lives in Plano making his millions off of surgerys and procedures like this. I bet I could've got you a good deal.
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You seem like a good guy with a really big heart...let's hope it keeps ticking for another 50-60 years brother.
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That sounds obvious but it's true. Several years ago, I weighed over 300 pounds. I just got sick of it, and DRASTICALLY changed my lifestyle. Walked every day, and ate under 2,000 calories. I lost 28 pounds in a month, and 100 pounds in about 10 months. So it doesn't surprise me in the least that even taking a passive interest in your diet and exercise habits would make a 400 pound man lose a significant amount of weight. But be wary- when I did that, I got SEVERE back pains, which turned out to be gallstones. Gallstones are a result of losing weight too fast. Harry is probably aware of this, but maybe not. I wasn't.
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on DVD. Apart from that, who cares what else comes out
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Not hinder any plans for Sly to do a lil Q and A for the DVD release of the best movie known to man next week.
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glad to hear you are doing this, because i want you to be around for a long, long time.
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In All seriousness; My father in law got this same surgery two years ago (he was also over 400lbs) and he has done very very well on it. He lost aprox. 160 lbs in a years time and it absolutely CURED his diabetes. He went through many programs for almost two years leading up to the surgery. These programs were required by the Medical Insurer. He admitted that it was his FAULT for being lazy and eating poorly. I'm glad to say that he has managed to keep the weight off, BUT he has slipped right back into bad eating habits and does not continue regular exercise. The only thing keeping him from gaining ALL of his weight back is this band. So Harry, you have to change your lifestyle and it's obvious you know that, but people in your situation need to be continuously reminded. Good Luck Dude.
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I'm really glad to see you working so hard to get healthy Harry. Diabetes is no joke my friend. As much as I enjoy picking on you on the talkbacks, I'd be bummed if anything bad ever happened to you. I'm glad you go to see Indy before the surgery. Good luck dude!
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Demand that your nurses wear dresses to.
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As a bigger guy myself, I applaud you and feel for you. Thankfully I have dodged diabetes despite a family history, but I've read good things lapband can do in eliminating diabetes. I've been fortunate to drop over 50 pounds the last 4 months and get below 300 pounds... something I never thought I would get to even if I was asked just 6 months ago. Good luck, take care of yourself and I'm sure the Quint and the crew here will take care of the site until you can return
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equals two and one-half of me.
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Good Luck Harry!
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Or is it "The Incredible Shrinking Harry?" Either way, whoever plays you in the movie about your life is going to hate this chapter. Have a speedy recovery, big man.
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So good luck to you.
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Harry thanks for taking care of yourself. I am glad that you have found the inner resolve to finally deal with this head on. Let us know if we can support you in any other way!
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From all of us. Even the little bitches who complain all the time.
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Good luck with the operation Harry. Make sure you start hitting the gym and eating right. Nothing is more important than your health, and having years to spend with those you love.
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The UK massive wishing you maximum respect. Don't worry rasta, Jah will see tings all work oot, get da big man back on the roll in supa' time, one love!
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Hey Harry, you think this'll score you a spot on Kimmel??? That would be awesome.
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Just wanted to wish you good luck.
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I haven't seen you in five months and already you've lost 52 lbs? It'll be cool seeing you in July up here in Minneapolis and in December down in Austin and seeing the difference! Good luck to Patricia, because with the weight loss comes an increase in the sex drive!
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Thanks for an enjoyable website, too.
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Bring a portable media player with you - hospital TVs are a $ripoff!! Holla back when you're done!
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Or a baby fly-maggot, or a Humanoid From the Deep, or that freaky baby from "It's Alive," or anything else you have roaming around in there. But, you might want to have them remove the unsightly Manitou from your back..
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and smaller meals!
All the best to you and your goal for a healthier lifestyle.
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Although I have to say that if you've managed to lose 57 pounds in a few weeks it sounds like you have what it takes to do this without surgery. But only you know what is best for you, so more power to you! Here's to a healthy Harry!
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Good luck with the procedure. Then crank the 'Rocky' theme and get back to the gym. It takes a lot of guts (in the good way) to change your life the way you are. Don't let anyone discourage you.
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**cries**Good luck sir! Hope everything goes well and see you back here real soon!
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Here's hoping that when I see you next I barely recognize you...and hopefully you'll like all the changes the other editors and I have in store for the site. We've been waiting for this day for years to finally take over.
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May 20, 2008 9:03:33 AM CDT
SOMEONE CALL LAPBAND CUZ HARRY WOULD MAKE A GREAT SPOKESMAN
by bringingsexyback
Harry I could be your agent - we'll make some mad cash together. Someone take some pre-ops pics nneeeeooowwww!!!!!!!
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hope you have a speedy recovery.
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May 20, 2008 9:04:37 AM CDT
HARRY CAN I BORROW YOUR BLACK BOX WHILE YOU'RE AWAY?
by bringingsexyback
Mori said it's okay.
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Good luck Harry. And that was very nicely written. Thanks.
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May 20, 2008 9:05:41 AM CDT
PERFECT TIME TO DO THIS NOW - FOOD PRICES GONE UP 5% SINCE YESTE
by bringingsexyback
We'll ALL be eating less now.
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Long time reader, and finally deciding to start posting. I wish you all the best, and good luck. :D
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Here's to more healthy days ahead.
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May 20, 2008 9:08:01 AM CDT
MORBIDOBESITY WILL HAVE TO CHANGE HIS SCREEN NAME NOW
by bringingsexyback
Sucka
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Good luck Harry. Your site has brought me hours of happiness, and I want that to continue for a long time.
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This is way too far down for him to ever read, but I thought I'd throw my 2 cents in.
Over the last year, I've dropped 110 lbs. thanks to certain weight loss plan that focuses on portion control and eating the right kids of proteins, carbs, fats and water.. Lots and lots of water...
For Harry to drop 52 lbs. in six weeks is incredible. Did I really read that right?
If it's that easy for him to lose it that fast, I think the lapband prodcedure isn't even needed. With proper control on the amounts and kinds of food, the weight will come off in no time..
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Hang in there afterwards and keep the weight out.
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Sounds all kinds of gross to be honest so kudos to you for going through with it. And I completely empathise with the fear of blindness - I don't have it as a direct threat but, as a film fan, it's one of my biggest worries.
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Hope you have a speedy recovery & you can reach your goals!!
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Hopefully they don't let the same hack of a biodriod that worked on Mr. Skywalker work on you? Did you see what they did to his hand ;)
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This is my first time posting, but I read your site daily. I want to say thanks for doing up the site and I want to wish you good luck with your surgery.
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I hope everything goes exactly as you want it to.
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Good luck, Harry. I'm happy for you that you have chosen to take control of your problem, and I wish you nothing but the best. This is kind of a generic posting, but Christ, there are like six million posts above. What the hell new is there to say?
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Best of luck to you man. I hope everything goes well and your life does a turn around. :)
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Best of luck, brother!
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good luck harry. i'm 5'8" and used to be 330lbs and had full bypass a year ago. i'm now 170 and in the prime of my life. i was pre-diabetic and that disappeared after my proceedure.
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My sources say that during the surgery, a curious nurse checks and determines that the carpet does indeed match the drapes. Ironically, SHE's the one that ultimately goes blind! Good luck & God Bless you!
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hope it all goes smoothly and you have a comfortable recovery.
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I wish you the best of health. However, the lap band is not going to teach you discipline. So I wish that you lose a ton of weight. Yet exercise and proper diet is the key. There's no easy way out.... There's no shortcut home....
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I'd like to see an insane Harry operation gone crazy piece.
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and are guided by the vital and learned medical advice in this TB before they start turning you into the Bodacious Gangsta of Luurve.
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Harry, my mother just had this done about 2 months ago for a very similar reason. She has said that this is one of the best decisions of her life, and she has had ZERO complications from her lap-band surgery. It took her a little while to get used to the small portions, but after that she has had more 'life' inside her than I can remember. Don't worry, you have a lot of good people praying for you, but good luck anyway!
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What I'm trying to say here is that fat hairy people sweat a lot and smell. Like sweaty musky gross flesh, not like hot nubile babe flesh.
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My Mom had this done roughly 4 years ago and she dropped a shiiiit load of weight in under a year. She went from lying around the house being miserable, and not a very fun person to be around, to an active older woman who goes out all the time, went back to school then work and is not afraid of being photograped anymore, she's never been happier. The lbs came off so fast you could literally watch her getting skinny right before your eyes. You're in for a change man, get ready for a fun ride.
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Hope all goes well. This fellow chubberino is crossing his fingers for you.
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Your resolve is inspiring.
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They should store all the fat lost and make another AICN reviewer...
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We are thinking of you!
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Don't rush anything. Take your time, and rest up. You need to live the rest of your life with Yoko. Glad your taking steps to do just that. HUZZAH!
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First post eva'!
Been reading your sight off and on since 1997! Maybe '96?
I can relate to what you're going thru.
Your passion for film (and this website you made) have upped the ante in Hollywood; I believe it.
You have a gift for sharing joy-and the joy of movies.
“A man’s gift makes room for him, and brings him before great men.”
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Good luck with the surgery, and the life changes that come after. Get healthy, stay healthy!
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...on your way to becoming little :) All the best Harry.
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Afterwards, make sure to buy yourself something pretty.
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Hope it goes all well. Geeks in Brazil cheering for you to STOP EATING YER ASS OFF and get it straight.
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skinny ass Massawyrm or skinny ass Harry?
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May the Lord bless you as you go through the surgery, recovery & lifestyle changes. Peace and blessings to you, your wifey, your dad and your family. You're doing a good thing here, HeadGeek.
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its not easy walking into a gym overweight. congrats on the weight loss so far, and good luck with the surgery.you out yet?
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3 words Harry....Topless Sponge Bath
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May you live for a long, healthy time and enjoy all the good things in life.
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It's been 12 hours.
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May 20, 2008 10:09:50 AM CDT
Sock Aside Some Money for the Extra Skin Removal Surgery...
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...good on ya Harry - and best of luck on the surgery. Once you lose the LBS, get the skin tightened up. You don't want to look like that dude who takes a vat full of toxic waste in the mug at the end of "Robocop."
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Echale pinche harry,todo va a salir bien.
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Hope everything goes well & that you have kickass dreams while under the anesthesia. And when you wake up that you continue on the path to a happier and healthier life for you and your family.
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I want my baby back baby back baby back...
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Oh yeah! I sincerely hope everything goes well. Harry is ripped upon way too much on here, and yet he is still the soul of the whole business, and long may he reign.
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Even us right-wingers think you are all right. This will save your life bud. Good luck!
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Be waiting for the update.
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like i said much much luck
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When you start shedding the pounds your pal is gonna have to come up with new ideas for the cartoons in the upper left corner of your site!
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You'll take a look down, and SURPRISE! Who's been hiding down there all this time?
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As someone who's a pro in undergoing surgery, it's a piece of cake. Have a nice nap, and when you wake up you'll feel like a whole new man. See you on the other side geek brother.
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Stacy to the workout and diet and you'll be successful!
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Won't that scare the shit outta all of us! Good luck man! Glad to see your taking the right steps!
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...but still wanted to wish you good luck, and a speedy recovery.
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You can beat this!
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All the best!
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Yay!
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Look forward to hearing from you in a few hours.
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You are the funnest critic on the net. Here's hoping you become not just fit, but super fit!!
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You have a great attitude about it all. Keep it up! We'd all love a photo series to track your progress.
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you're in my prayers today, Harry. Maybe someday, when modern medicine finds a way, we can put a lapband around your incessant need to make pointless references to chocolate sauce and bodily fluids when reviewing a preview clip, but until then, I'd suggest carob sauce.
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Hopefully soon Yoko will be able to enjoy it on her back!
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Best of luck to you Harry! My wife underwent Gastric Bypass last year, and lemme just say your life change will be awesome and intense. Before you know it roller coasters and plane seats will be your friends! But seriously, do what the doctor's evil henchwomen tell you and they'll make you better..stronger...faster...etc. Good luck!
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Your fat dumb ass is showing.
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As someone who has had a couple of different surgeries, in my life, I have just one piece of advice.
When you wake up, the first thing you want to do is, make sure they did not accidentally tranpose your face cheeks and your ass cheeks. If they did, then every time you burp it'll taste like shit. Nobody wants that.
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and tell the surgeon: DON'T CROSS THE STREAMS! cause that can really fuck up a fat guy ;-)
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Can't wait to hear from you afterwards! Good luck my friend!
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on the floor
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Hope you'll come out half the size and twice as geeky. Much love from London.
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Good for you, Harry!
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Be careful with that Atkins diet. It will f*** up your kidney's real good. You've got to get on some serious organic green juices and start pounding wheatgrass (in addition to meat, i'm no vegetarian). Wheatgrass will clean you right up. And stay away from anything that has ingredients (processed crap)!
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Be Strong and Have a quick recovery!!
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You can do it man! The Force is with You.
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With the surgery and the weight loss.
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See ya soon back!
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maybe script girl really will bang you now!
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on getting the surgery and getting your physical health into the forefront of your life. Without health, none of us would be here. I wish you the best.
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you were perfect the way you were.
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Just promise you won't turn all elfin and weird looking like Ricki Lake or somebody. Get healthy but try to keep a little bit of a jolly fat man vibe if possible. thanks Harry.
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the next animation should be Harry holding up a giant pair of pants like Jared from Subway.
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Don't get all preachy to those chest-bumping fat kids! It's funnier if THEY stay fat! Good luck man, I know how hard it can be to deal with weight. Don't let anyone tell you that food is not an addictive substance.
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that would be sweet, huh vern! like Star Jones...
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Glad you are making sucha push for change in your life. You have so much to live for and I am happy to see you doing it. Wish more people would take their health so seriously. I dropped my cholesterol 70 points in 3 months based on diet and exercise. I feel for ya bud keep it up!!!!
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our country has blessed its compatriots with such blissful drugs...FAT AND SUGAR....might as well smoke crack.
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Wii Fitness
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The doctor stapled the stomach to make it smaller, yes, but also tied it straight into the large intestine, bypassing the small one. That's where most food absorption takes place, so basically what you eat goes right through you. It worked wonders for Gil. Did you see ACTION HERO MAKEOVER with him??? It's on youtube. Good luck Harry. Hope you get healthy ... but please no more brutal reviews like Star Wars Ep. 1.
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May it take a little less time for your butt to become numb!
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take care mate i hope that after this you can keep on the road to success and good health love jonny and the out of towners
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Knowles spreads out over hospital room.
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I'll be thinking about you. Glad you're taking care of yourself. It is important. I wish you well.
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We're all counting on you. :)
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Will the animated gifs have skinny Harry now?
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SUMMER 2009
Harry Knowles in...
A Fistful of Mayonaise -
I know you know this, but trust me: the whole world is different when you have health. You really do feel so much better, your posture improves, people treat you better. I wish you success.
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...for 10 years or so now, so this seems like a good time to say thank you, Harry. And good luck, tho you won't need it.As somebody who has lost 80 lbs or so, I'm here to tell you that life is better thinner. You just feel good a lot more of the time.
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May 20, 2008 11:30:36 AM CDT
Give em hell Harry. I'd say lapband is cheating
by grammaton cleric binks
but considering your accident I can understand why you need the extra help instead of just exercise, and nutrition. I won't say diet, because you don't. You change your eating habits for life.
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The Nutty Professor, The Poseidon Adventure (original), Fatso, Spawn, Super Size Me,and The Blob.
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I hope you become half the man you are now, but with all the geektastic fanboy enthusiasm still intact. Here's to seeing you stand up and dance the Truffle Shuffle 200lbs lighter on your next birthday!
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Been reading this site for years, i figure my first post should be for a good cause.
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Seriously, this tb is chock full of love. The hating is practically nonexistent. Talkbackers have souls! Rejoice. Oh, and good luck!
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Good luck, buddy. I'll be praying for your safe recovery.
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Bonne chance la trouche cinéphile!
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your site is the best, just wanted to drop a line and say im a big guy too, and i wish you luck with your surgery and after, peace!!!!!!!!!
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Yes, I know you're recently married, but still. It's JUST a hummer! Anyway, good luck and I hope it helps alleviate your other issues. I lost over 70 pounds in under a year through just diet and exercise, but I also was well under 300 when I started. Although I'd like to lose another 35 pounds or so, the change has been fantastic! My Dad's wife had the gastric bypass a few years back and 200 pounds lighter she and my Dad have recently retired to a life of RV living. That would have been impossible prior to her surgery. So, I know from experience how much dramatic weight loss improves your life. All the best!
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Vern is right that there needs to be an animated skinny Harry holding up his fat pants, but NOT the next animation. Harry still wants the Fat Harry to be in the upper corner, and I agree. But, one year from today, the skinny Harry holding up the fat pants should be what's in the upper corner animation. Again, best wishes Harry!
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You're a good man, Harry Knowles. Get slim, get fit, stick around awhile. The world's a better place with you in it. (TalkBackers? Not so much...)
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with the surgery, Harry. I'm pullin' for ya from a secret location in northeastern USA. I've actually got top men working on it for me. They'll be beaming you motivation and good thoughts or I'll take their families hostage.
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Harry - I hope you get through this with yourself in tact so you can keep moving towards all you want.
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Been at your site for ten years now. Stay safe. And my advice: Move from Texas. It's not all your fault...it's the type of food you have there. Even the chinese noodles have tons of carbs. Move to San Francisco...you'll be able to stay healthy in no time. Tofu all the way, man!
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My best wishes are with you. I hope it all goes really well for you.
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I hope it goes well for you Harry.
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Glad you're being proactive and taking the steps to get yourself healthy. Good luck today, and we'll look forward to the update.
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... cause we're all pretty sick to death of that skinny Jared clown. Good luck, Harry, and best wishes for a fast and painless recovery.
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Good luck to you!!!
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Take care and good luck.
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I just registered for the first time (long overdue as I read this site like 4 times a day). The main reason is to say thanks for all you do, good luck and God bless.
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You'll be in those Speedos in no time.
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Good on you man. God Speed.
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You're in my thoughts you "fatass"
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You can do it!
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Just think, less time for food... more time for movies. ;)
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and try to stay away from the really bad movies while you're recouping.
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Good luck Harry!
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It's a tough road, Harry. Be strong and you'll get through it. Congrats on taking this big step. Well wishes and all that mushy shit. Thanks for all you do here and letting us play in your online backyard. People might make jabs at you, but hey, most of us are just jealous. The rest are jerks.
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I commend you on taking charge of your life. I've seen a guy about your size undergo the same procedure about a year ago, and it's been amazing to see his life change.
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Hey Harry. Just like to add to the love and best wishes for your procedure and hopeful lifestyle improvements. Surgery is never to be taken lightly so I hope it all goes well and you're back on the site soon with your stream-of-consciousness reviewing. And much smaller pants.
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Here's to Harry giving us international reviews in the future ! Hope it all goes well, mate.
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I think that means we are out of fat movie critics. More power to you Harry, hope everything goes well.
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Someone buy Harry a Wii and Wii Fit...that'll keep those pounds off.
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Was it really a "spoiler" to know that he was having surgery today???
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Any chance we get to see you kick Jared's ass in a "celebrity" boxing match for charity once you've dropped the poundage?
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i've been reading you for years, and look forward to reading your stuff for many thinner years to come. :o)
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I've been on AICN a long time and visit here every day. You, this site, your excellent contributors and the terrific STUFF quite literally make my day. I've long wondered if you wouldn't face some medical crisis. Sounds like you got somewhat lucky. Type 2 AOD is no picnic, but is entirely manageable. If you have some spare reading time, get Ray Kurzweil's book, "How To Live Forever". He co-writes it with a doctor HE found to help combat HIS Type 2 diabetes. When the preface was written, Ray Kurzweil was OFF insulin and meds and controlling his diabetes with ONLY diet and exercise. And he's older than you by a good bit. I don't know if he's still in good shape, but I would imagine so. You might also check out the Zone Living diet. Dr. Sears has compelling data that eating 4-5 smaller meals a day, with the right balance of protein, fat, and carbs, will KEEP YOUR INSULIN levels consistent and help with many health issues. Check with your doctors, of course, but I'd bet they'll have no issues with Zone. Lastly, I'd be happy to have you and Yoko as guests at my home near OKC. I'd love to take you both to see a show at the new Warren Theatre here in the Grand Auditorium or the Balcony. Get well and let me know if you feel up to a road trip sometime in the next few weeks or months.
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Hope that you'll be up and about ASAP! Keep shakin' off that fat and get to your goal weight as healthily and happily as you can!
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Take care of yourself, Harry. I have friend who had the operation done but is not following it up with a diet and excersise program. He has lost some weight but he's not helping matters by not eating right. Don't fall into the same trap as him and you'll do fine. We all hope to hear from you very soon.
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Ive been reading this site for a long time but i dont often get to post. I just wanted to say thanks and good luck.
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Hope all goes well for you.
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May Death be with you, (feel sorry for you fat a** and pathetic fans-(ish)), and give you a quite a few more years.
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Wish you all the best man!
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Hope all goes well and that you live a healhier life afterwards.
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C'mon everybody chant with me so Harry gets better: Nam Myōhō Renge Kyō Nam Myōhō Renge Kyō Nam Myōhō Renge Kyō Nam Myōhō Renge Kyō Nam Myōhō Renge Kyō
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From one fatman to another, get well!
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Have a safe operation Harry.
People forget sometime, that you are the reason this site exists.
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Havnt logged in in ages but had to give my well wishes to you big guy. I struggled with my weight for years as well and while i was never heavy enough to warrant surgery (heaviest was 290) i know several people who have gone under the same or similar surgeries with great results. Prepare for a new life harry... finally choosing to be healthy is a fantastic thing and i wish you the best.
And to those who actually have the nerve to give harry shit about doing this the "easy" way, seriously.. fuck you. the substantial amount of weight loss harry has already done through hard work and exercise is a fucking miracle considering harry's lifestyle. Rapid weight loss is common for people like harry (and myself when i started dieting...13 pounds my first week, no drugs) its simply the body being shocked after a long period of inactivity and can seem like a miracle at first, but after 4-6 weeks people generally plateau and for someone with a history of obesity, this can be like a slap in the face and often leads to relapse.
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May the awesomest sex be your true reward!
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with gamma radiation. Just for fun. See what happens.
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Sounds like an expensive elaborate tape worm, but if it works, then it works. Good luck Harry.
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It's not cheating if you're 'still under'. I always use that excuse.
On the real Harry, much love and best wishes.
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Hope it went well and you have a swift recovery.
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You'll be more like a buffed-out Joe's Appartment Jerry O'Connell or whatever. I know he didn't play Lard Ass but...anyway, all the best!!
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Hope it all works out, and you conquer your goals.
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Had to be said.
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Fingers crossed - we're thinking of you dude.
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Good luck and get better.
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Our thoughts are with you man.
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While Harry got thru the stomach surgery ok, he was later seriously hurt in a bizarre accident. Apparently, he was inexplicably swing ing thru a warehouse holding on to a bullwhip when he was hit by an army truck. The truck is not expected to survive.
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May 20, 2008 1:39:19 PM CDT
Anyone called Austin Surgical Hospital to check on Harry?
by thebearovingian
"Good afternoon. I'd like to check on the status of one Harold Knowles. He was scheduled for a LapBand surgery this morning at 10am... What's that? Confidentiality?... You don't understand. I frequent the AICN talkbacks. I AM authorized to receive that information... LOOK, JUST TELL ME IF THE FAT MAN MADE IT OUT OKAY!" Official transcript of thebearovingian and Austin Surgical Hospital receptionist -"Kandy"- conversation from 5/20/2008 1:27pm CST.
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I just want to tell you both good luck. We're all counting on you.
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...best of luck...
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come back happy, healthy, and soon. please.
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My wife had that surgery a few years ago and now she is a real hotty, both our lives changed because of that (specially the sex part!)
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just big boned...
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LOL at the spoiler box!
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is all I'm going to say. Good luck and best wishes for a quick recovery!
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My guess is either Carrot Top pre-steroids, or maybe, Julianne Moore.
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How come it took 500 plus postings for that piece of genius trivia to come out?
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I asked God to help Harry with his weight, even if it meant giving Senator Ted Kennedy a malignant brain tumor!
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May 20, 2008 2:05:08 PM CDT
Where are the jokes since Arnold is in the clan
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Hey Ted, it's not a toomah.
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I know I even speak for the pricks who visit this site to whine. This site has always been a gift to movie lovers and your relevance is significant in the movie community. Glad you are taking life by the horns. Best to you!
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when you can get a major medical procedure done on BEE CAVES ROAD. Sounds like Harry went with the budget hospital. Good luck man, we love you.
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I want you in prime shape so you can face Tony Jaa in his next picture as the super martial artist, "The Bearded Bloody Clam".
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Tell us.
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dont be a hero tho!
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Hope you reach your goal. Now about that beard....
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Happy for ya Harry. This is a big step into living longer. We want you leading geek nation for as long as possible.
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hope all goes well and get well soon this place is gonna be quiet without ya!
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Er, good luck.
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I wish you all the best and I'm sure it will go great.
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When she weighed 500lbs, now she weighs nearly 600...what's that tell you?
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be as sweet as chocolate coated pussyjuice drenched over a swollen, ready-to-burst clitoris.
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Take care, man. Thanks for all the work and look forward to the new stuff!
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Discoverd you through the column in the old Sci Fi Universe magazine. All my hopes.-----later-----m
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I bet when you're 170lbs 2 years from now, you'll look like a bearded Eric Stolz.
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ya never know....
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And, you'll have to get your Tigger costume taken in pretty soon.
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Good luck with the surgery, harry- your politics are annoying but what would the world do without it's resident internet movie critic? grats on losing 52 pounds in 6 weeks too
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I hope you land a superhero-enabling defect out of the operation.
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Good luck with the operation and rest!
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It's good to see you're taking charge of your life.
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You know you want it!
Following from some dumb Yahoo blogger who has way too much time on his hands instead of working...uh like me!
The Unhealthiest Drink in America
Baskin Robbin’s Large Heath Bar Shake (32 oz)
2,310 calories
266 g sugar
108 g fat (64 g saturated)
Let's look at America's Worst Drink in numbers:
73: The number of ingredients that go into this milkshake.
66: The number of teaspoons of sugar this drink contains.
11: The number of Heath Bars you would have to eat to equal the number of calories found in one Baskin Robbins Large Heath Bar Shake.
8-12: The average number of minutes it takes to consume this drink.
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best of luck harry! though the upper corner animation won't be as much fun with a skinny harry. :) it's cool to see all united in this talkback for harry.
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Best of luck Harry!
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Hey, Harry. I enjoy posting to your site here, even when I just have some smartass thing to say on a topic that doesn't concern me.I first got called fatso in 2nd grade and I'm 55 now. I once dieted and exercised down from 333 to 262 before hitting a discouraging plateau stage and getting awesome backaches. The worst part was that I'd dropped 70 pounds and converted a lot of fat to muscle but I was still, to anyone who never met me before, a big fat guy. The best thing was that I was stronger, had more stamina (and cleaner pores from the sweating) than ever... and had the best sex of my life. Forget the antiperspirants, sweating is your pal.And it looks like you have a lot of pals here, so let me one more voice in the crowd. From one Comic Book Guy to another, "Live Long and Prosper" dude.
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only low-cal chocolate covered pussy juice from now on eh buddy
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Get healthy and stick with it. It's hard as hell to do but it is better than dying. Good luck and a speedy recovery!!!
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Also, being able to reach your penis with both hands and wipe your own ass are good.On the downside, Poor harry - even if he turns himself into 180 pounds of solid muscle, he's still gonna be Carrottop.
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I know I would . Can't wait to see the results of this process a years from now.Maybe you can fight Uwe Boll if your up to it. If not let me know, I'll throw him a beating.
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for his brain. Separate the good story telling from the over the top BS. Good luck Red Goliath
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You watched your waist expand and had to buy new pants. You know what you put in your mouth. This lap band is a cop out. Continue with your exercise regimen and eating well. ever watched "the biggest loser"? They don't use surgery to get results. They have had diabetes scares. Sack up and work out. Push away from the table.
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Fuck this! I'm closing my account on this site.
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stay away from the soda pop. Your weight will drop like crazy.
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Be sure to get all your excess skin cut off after you are done losing weight.
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for the life style change. It takes the fear of losing something to really initiate change. Stick with it and it will be the best thing you've ever done for yourself. Having a friend who's had a similar surgery and life style change, I can say it's made a huge difference in his quality of life and over all self confidence (as if you needed any more of that). Good luck and looking forward to your next post.
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I first met Harry at the San Diego Comic-Con in the 90's and he was just a 'big guy' then without the need of a wheelchair walking around the con. After this, he will be able to join back into our ranks of having sore feet from standing all freakin day long!
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Good luck pecito rojo.
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Best of luck Harry! We all look forward to seeing a lot less of you.
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give me a call if the doctors fuck you up. HAHA!
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I just had a disturbing thought... there are those who when they do loose weight and become healthy, don't stop. In fact they become just as addicted to getting physically fit as they once did to food. It's rare, but it does happen. That's when I had the vision of Harry pointing his finger angrily at the haters and proceeding to violently dance in the street.
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I registered today just to wish Harry good luck with his surgery. His web site has been a god send for geeks all over the world.
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May 20, 2008 4:02:37 PM CDT
I do not envy you the headache you will have when you awake.
by darth kosher
But for now, rest well and dream of large women.
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Congratulations on your blood sugar and losing all that weight in the past six weeks! YOU CAN DO IT! That's so awesome, man! Check you out, you're doing it! You're taking care of yourself and making it so that you can hopefully spend more time with the people you love and doing the stuff you love, too! Keep up the work, you should be proud of yourself! You're an inspiration to everyone. : )
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And start starring in movi- wait, I'm too late... AAAAARRRRRRGGGGGGHHHHHH!!!!!!!!
THERE'S NO STOPPING HIM NOW!
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just kidding.
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Don't ever forget that, Harry! And by that, I mean that I hope you have a speedy recovery and also beat your diabetes. It can be done! Besides, nothing bad can happen to you any more since you discovered you're a cartoon (Comic Book Guy). All the best to you, man!
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The Atkins diet? You mean the suicide diet? The diet that wears a hole in your colon? The diet that gives you a heart attack?
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Thats great that it went so well Harry! All the best! Your gonna be grabbing leading roles in no time!
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no nausea, no problems - walked back into my house - and really... it feels like I was rolled for my wallet - kicked in the stomach by boots... but like they say in FIGHT CLUB - once you know you can take a hit and not break - well - you're a man.
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Hi Harry
Been visiting your site since (it seems) the internet was invented.
Only now have I felt compelled to register, so I can wish you 'aw ra best' as we say in Scotland.
Get well soon, big guy !
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We don't want you pulling a John Hurt on us.
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I know two women have gotten this surgery so I just have few bits of advice. This procedure is a great way to start on losing weight but it isn't a miracle cure. After the surgery you will lose a quick 40 to 60 pounds, after that anymore weight loss is on you. Diet and exercise are your long term solution to keeping off the weight. Keep it simple, cut soft drinks(pure sugar) and bread(and other carbs) from your diet. Don't try to starve yourself, eat a normal amount of meals, just keep the portions small and healthy. Start out slow on the exercising, jumping into a complex and intense exercise program will just burn you out and discourage you.
Just remember that after a fast start your weight loss will slow and you will have to work hard to keep losing weight.
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I am really glad to hear the surgery was a success. Hopefully its just an early success in a line of many.
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Hope it all goes well, and you lose a ton (literally?) of weight. BTW, that Indy-Harry cartoon is trippen.
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Being that I'm also a Doctor, I recommend chain smoking cigars to curb your appetite in the future!
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before you know it, you'll be shedding those unwanted pounds faster than you can say TOTAL FUCKING DESTRUCTION.
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Hmmm...sounds like a song from the 1940s. Anyway, glad you're back big guy. Just don't play Wii Fit for a few days, k?
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Glad to hear all went well, keep taking care of yourself!
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You know what would be great. I photo journal of your weight loss to help inspire some of us fattys. I for one would love to see the before and after pictures once you start lossing the weight.
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That you die, you big fat ginger freak.
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Congrats, and a continued speedy recovery to you!
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I have never understood the unstoppable craving to keep eating even though you know you shouldn't.
Personally I just wonder why people can't just fight these cravings and get by on normal meals - just assign yourself a normal portion each day and stick to it. Y'know just think "I'm still hungry, but had my food so know I'm not going to starve". Shouldn't you know not to get more snacks? Though, like I said, having never been overweight I'll assume I just don't understand and it's harder than I think to loose it.
Anyway, despite any ignorance, I hope it works out however you solve it - This place has to be one of my fave online haunts being almost obsessed with movies. Though how is Wii Speed Racer? It best be as neon and cool looking as the movie. -
Sounds worse than surgery! Good luck surviving THAT, Harry! ;)
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i'm glad that you're home safe and sound, and that there was no stomach bursting.
mostly, i'm glad there was no stomach bursting.
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Its not that easy for some people who are overweight just to assign a normal portion. At times food is an addiction just as liqour is to others.
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As I countdown the days till Indy 4, it occurred to me that I've been coming to this site for over 10 years to get my daily dose of Indy rumours, Batman rumours and so many others. Thanks for playing your part in creating the online film community, and I'm sure that all of film geekdom is wishing you well today!
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err, you wrote "stomach bruising" but i read "stomach bursting"... damn, i can't believe i need to wear my glasses at the computer now...
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Although I must wonder where one buys size 62 pants.
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Better now than too late.
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Maybe a Nintendo Wii - Richard Simmons project is in order...
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It's all in the hips!
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Lots of get well soons from Blighty. Avoid those massive belly laughs for a while eh? NO SPACED. ;)
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HOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Whenever they start making Wrestlemania movies. Should be soon with all the remakes going on.
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Get well and get healthy soon.
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Great news Harry! We wish you a speedy recovery, and when the government activates the chip they implanted in your brain during the lap-band surgery, we know that you will do the right thing!
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I am very happy for you, sir! Glad everything went well and here's to a speedy recovery!
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and I'm glad that, unlike many, you're viewing this as a tool to get where you want to be and not a one stop fix all. Hope your recovery is swift and that you use the tools to enjoy your life for as long as possible.
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Because Rambo is the cure to all of life's ills. :-)
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I am so goddamn glad to hear you are ok and safe and back to normal routines again. It is like a weight off my mind. Be healthy and good. I hope your progress goes well.
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Glad it all went smoothly Harry, and now i fancy some chicken broth aswell .
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May 20, 2008 5:27:36 PM CDT
Have you tried a new revolutionary technique to fight obesity?
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Maybe put down the wii remote and jog a mile. Are you sure its not the Republicans fault you're fat? You blamed them for everything else. I love how Harry hates conservatives but owns every DVD ever made where a girl gets raped. I just summed up the problem we all have with the liberal mindset for you people.
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The world ain't all sunshine and rainbows. It's a very mean and nasty place and I don't care how tough you are it will beat you to your knees and keep you there permanently if you let it. You, me, or nobody is gonna hit as hard as life. But it ain't about how hard ya hit. It's about how hard you can get it and keep moving forward. How much you can take and keep moving forward."
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Now start writing your second autobiography on film producing, marriage, and dieting. You got quite a story to tell methinks...
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I loved the movie but movie can sometimes be the suck. Impressions?
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I just try to work out enough that I can still eat what I want within reason. I have maintained about 220 (I am 6'4) for over 10 years now. Good to hear everything went well, Harry. Although the real task is only just beginning. My suggestion is you set a goal of walking on a treadmill for at least half of every movie you watch (put the treadmill in front of your screen) and eat reasonably and you will be 195 in no time. Unfortunately for you and many of us who sit at a desk, our profession isn't that ameiable to exercise. You have the added detractor of being able to eat while you "work". I am sure your Dr has a plan but it is never that easy. Maybe if you only ate away from the movies and limited eating out or restaurant prepped food once a month? Oh well, best of luck to you. Last piece of advice is to drink at least 8 oz of water BEFORE every meal to lessen the hunger.
WHEN IS A REVIEW OF THE INCREDIBLE HULK COMING UP? Somebody has to have seen it. I think I am the only one who think it looks great (and I liked the Ang Lee version except for the last fight). -
Simple: They're desperately trying to generate feelings of superiority for themselves, because that's what narcissists do. "It's all about personal responsibility, and all you have to do is be master of your domain just like me, blah, blah, blah." The degree to which these bastards lack empathy is pathetic and scary. (And no, this isn't about you, theyreflockingthisway--you readily admit that you don't quite understand.)
Anyone who's faced a struggle to control behavior against the "will" of their own brain gets this. And even people who don't should be able to grasp it, because who the FUCK goes to the expense and trouble and pain and risk of surgery simply because they're lazy?
You can argue till the cows come home that fat people ought to "just" do this or do that. It's all bullshit. The weakness doesn't lie in their inability to "just eat less" or "just exercise more"--the weakness lies in your OWN inability to have some fucking empathy for a fellow human being, or to even wish them well when they're willing to go to drastic lengths to change.
As a man who has suffered from major clinical depression, I know what it's like to feel emasculated by my inability to control my own emotions. I was so embarrassed by it that I didn't seek help for years and consequently ended up on the brink of suicide. Anyone who'd tell someone in that condition to "just stop being a goddamn pussy" is certifiably cruel and inhuman. And yet some folks here seem perfectly willing to spout similar shit with regard to Harry's surgery.
Do some people lose weight solely by way of diet and exercise? Sure. Some people also experience spontaneous remissions of depression. But lots more don't. Lots of people struggle against constant powerful urges to eat that others simply can't comprehend or understand. Some people become physically unable to exercise well before they are able to come to grips with what is happening and try to stop it. Whatever the reason is, if you're not dealing with the problem, then you really have no place passing judgment on those who are.
In ANY case, Harry does not deserve to be judged by assholes here on his own site when all he's done is announce his surgery. He's recognized that he needs to make a change, and has chosen a path in consultation with a physician. If you can't with the man well, then how about just staying the fuck away for a while? -
Glad your doing well so soon after surgery Harry. Take it easy, you'll be running marathons in no time.
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You can tell the difference between adults posting on the site and immature children. Mayhap now we can look forward to the summer.
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You look so much better in this picture than in all the other pics I've seen of you. Dude, seriously, GOOD FOR YOU. I lost 40 pounds recently, and it is such a liberating feeling. So happy for you dude. DON'T GIVE UP!!! Hell, when you're ready, I'll play you one on one in B-Ball. I'm shirts. lol
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...on the mother of all lifestyle changes, Harry. Staying healthy's where it's at! :)
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having a go at Harry are the people with, arguably, the biggest problems of anyone posting here. To shit on the guy who created this site, who has just had surgery, who made mistakes and is trying to sort them out is borderline sociopathic. I cannot begin to imagine the bitter, self-hatred coursing through their veins, and I don't want to.
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Not your inner workings! Hahaha! Nah, but seriously, congrats on a successful operation. Glad to hear all went well. Hang in there Captain Lapband! You'll be svelte in a fortnight!
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...that there's a whole tonne of fat bastards on here clapping their hands and cheering for Harry getting surgery? So Harry - If this DOES work, and you don't get slippage from the band... and it doesn't erode into your stomach wall - What the HELL are you going to do about all the excess skin folds your body has developed after years and years of being morbidly obese? No... wait... let me guess... MORE surgery? Of course...
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mmmmmm, brick oven pepperoni pizza.
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As a human being I can wish him well can't I? Some of you people are really terrible. I mean theres a time and a place for busting on people, (lord knows I have) but, c'mon. Day of the surgery? Not cool.
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...So it was okay to bust on him when he was a lazy fat-ass, constantly getting called named by all the people who are now offering him prayers? You two faced fucks...
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Congratulations on getting healthier. You look happy, and 50 pounds lighter, you look good. Here's to you feeling *great*.
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But seriously, Speed Racer for the Wii? Mario Kart is where it's at, man!
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Hallelujer! Thoughtful advice and critique--yes. Trolling pieces of shit--no.
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That means "Thank God" (or Gods, don't want to differentiate ^_^) that Harry is all right! I actually had surgery a few weeks ago, so I know what you're going though. Glad to see you're doing well and will continue to rock the internet, Mr. Knowles. ^_^
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Or am I the only one who can't see the pics?
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Here's to you getting to the point where you can walk, run around, and continue to watch as many movies as possible. You got heart kid. We need people like you around.
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Although I will be having nightmare's for the next month thanks to that picture of your stomach.
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Happy recovery and moving forward, Mr. Knowles. You make a lot of people happy with this site (even though for many people, that manifests itself as being grotesque boors to one another; guess it's still happiness, though). Be well.
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Although I gotta say, the pictures inside of you were an image that I don't think I'm ever going to get out of my head. Having watched "Temple of Doom" today, the picture of your insides reminds me of the dinner scene with the baby snakes crawling out of the sliced belly of the mama python.
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Get well soon.
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Congrats on your new life from a sister lapbander. I've lost 135 lbs. and lose more every day.
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been a fan of this site for years now. Hats off to you. Never give up. Never surrender. All the best to you and your wife.
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good thing harry got this done now, and not at 50....harry may think he is comic book guy...but it was always rory...and now, god has taken him...and the world sux, just a bit more
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on your recovery. Your movie reviews suck for the most part but I wish you the best.
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The X never, ever marks the spot ... remember? :D
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May 20, 2008 6:28:58 PM CDT
Wow, Harry, the Wii controllers disappear inside those meat hook
by googamooga
Still can't quite figure out where you're hiding the wires though...
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Ah - the loose skin question.
well - there's where the body building and skin oils come into play. By remaining on an Atkins-esque diet - watching my carbs - and going for protein - then spending at least an hour a day in the gym doing serious weight training and body building - you transform. The largest concentration of fat on my body is literally the belly/torso area. My ass is actually rather small. My arms have already begun transforming into guns. very little fat there or in the shoulder, neck and upper back area. -- Once these wounds heal up - I'll be hitting the ab machines with little abandon. Attacking that belly from a caloric and a muscle devouring fat annihilation. As it is - my doctor was extremely surprised by how great my interior was - in shape. And the photos he showed me confirmed it. Hopefully I'll have the video soon to share. That'll be wicked awesome!
I don't relish SURGERY as an answer - at this point - it will be about transforming myself and doing the right things - very similar to what Pregnant women do when they fight to get their figures back. It really is about 90% resolve. -
So cool! Take it easy and enjoy that cool, refreshing icey water (it doesn't leak out of those holes, does it? I want a picture if it does!) Take it easy, cause some of the discomfort might be delayed and you don't want to make things worse by Wii-ing yourself out! So happy for you!
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grats on a successful surgery, harry. how about lipo now?
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May 20, 2008 6:36:27 PM CDT
Congrats for surviving Dr. Giggles. Now, what's next...
by badwaldo s revenge
...will Jim Cameron send you a best wishes tape with exclusive access to Avatar VFX in the works with non-disclosure contract signed? How about a BATTLE ANGEL ALITA script? LOL. Losing weight is what you've been waiting for all your life. Life's short so take it easy. I wish ye a near-immortal Highlander status. The way to near-immortality is to eat well (acid-concentrated fruits), exercise regularly, think clearly & positively and live less stressful. And drink lots and LOTS of mineral water.
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...reminds me of that guy who follows Burt Lancaster around yelling insults in Local Hero.
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Don't put up the video online man! Save it for BNAT! It would be awesome.
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Will we be seing the all new, trim and sexy Harry by Cartuna soon?
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You hate the site and the folks here, and yet here you are crying. Also, you're a really boring troll. And you spelled Tolkien incorrectly.
You may now join Fleet in the "FUCK OFF" corner until I say otherwise.
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Too much information! I could have gone through my entire life without knowing what your actual insides look like...
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and soulf#*cker, what's wrong with being a corporate whore? at least it pays well. good benefits from what i hear
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You can't spot reduce, man. Attacking the ab machines may get you stronger abs, but they won't do anything for the fat on top of it. So don't overdo the abs workout, you'll just end up with a sore back and that'll kill any momentum. Diet and aerobic exercise will be enough to take out the stomach fat.
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after you are in great shape, you can work on grammar and punctuation!I keed,I keed! looking forward to your transformation, and congrats on completing Act I...
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did they start making HARRY KNOWLES BRAND Hulk Hands? And why wasn't I given a pair?
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Very good,the red X boxes of doom have somewhat tarnished the vibe but one day Harry we will have to do the Predator Dutch/Dillon Handshake.Big up........
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...Dude, have you been brainwashed? The abs machine won't do shit in regards to burning the fat, and you'd have far more gain working core strength (because your back and torso are seriously going to require it if this weight loss actually works) - PS - A womans body is made to spring back... and 9 months of slow growth is a lot different to reversing the years of sloth your body has endured... I seriously question your doctor, mate, if that the advice he's been giving you... Sounds like some quack working out the back shed of a small mexican hovel...
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from the female contingent on the site: hang tough and congrats on taking steps!
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Harry,
As a note of warning, make sure you get into a support group and get some counseling. Lots and lots of people get the physical part taken care of, yet ultimately ignore their emotional/psychological need for food. They don't work on their mental state and eat themselves right back into problems again. That's a huge component, don't ignore it! -
Harry...
It's not your fault.
Look at me, Harry...
It's not your fault.
No, no, no... It's not your fault.
It's not your fault.
It's not your fault.
It's not your fault.
IT'S NOT YOUR FAULT!!!!
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I look forward to reading updates on your post-surgery weight loss, Harry. I've been toying with the idea of surgery for a long time myself. I applaud you, sir!
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i'm talking about the first one of course............nah just kiddig, i meant the 2nd, thats just gross lol...im glad i wasnt eating, but yeah, hope you heal well and all goes as planned. but man...you had surgery TODAY and you're already home? i thought they keep you for a few days or something, is healthcare really that bad today?
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Hope it works.
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One battle down. Now, on to win the war.
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In for a quick tune-up and right back out on the road again. That's the way to do it.
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not cool, harry, not cool...
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"LOVE YOUR ARCH NEMISIS G@BRIEL GRAY."'Arch nemesis' lol - I'm not sure which is funnier, the fact that he thinks Harry gives two figs about him let alone considers him his 'arch-nemesis', or the fact that he seems to think being the 'arch-nemesis' of a movie geek website owner is something to be proud of or impressed by. :^D
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I just finished a sandwich. Didn't want to see the child birth pic. :X
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i want to see, sounds delightfully gruesome
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Real inspiring what you are doing here. BTW, if you don't already have a "Vita-Mix," I highly recommend that you procure one. This is the Grizzly Bear of all blenders. At 8000 RPMs you will be able to reduce purt near any substance you desire into liquid or powder. Peace.
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It's safer to be at home. All it takes is one nurse to go from treating some dude with insyphylorrhea tubercutitis to sticking her finger in your new bloody second belly button, and it's all over with.
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Now when you recover you are going to join a healthclub!! We want you to do it right bro and stay healthy. With your frame over time you could get pretty jacked and it's an awesome stress outlet
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After watching "Feels So Good", I can look at ANYTHING and not be squeamish :-P The truly evil thing about that experience was that Harry and crew decided to run it DURING BREAKFAST!! Seriously though, glad to see you back and smiling Harry :-)
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I wasnt expecting to see your insides man..I Just puked dinner.
Good luck man.
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am i the only one?
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May 20, 2008 7:37:38 PM CDT
"Skinniness is the right of all sentient beings!"
by autobot optimus prime
Good luck on your "transformation" my friend!
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May 20, 2008 7:37:59 PM CDT
It was nice of them to tie that chestburster down while they wer
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i switched to firefox..and everything was fine. i should know better.
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I can't see Harry's guts either.
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And no pressure.
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I mean, if it was crawling with cockroach larvae or slit open and worn as a hat by some Inuit, that would be nasty. But just a stomach with a Lap Band on it? Big deal.
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I casually scrolled down the page looking for screenshots of SpeedRacer on Wii! Oh well, get well bud.
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Yep Firefox worked, nice guts man. BTW your surgery brought me out of lurker status, get well soon Harry. Now back to my cave.
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Verne Troyer once got drunk at a children's birthday party he was hired to entertain at and told my second cousin that all he really ever wanted was to be an NBA star. I still cry myself to sleep thinking about that.
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I'm stoked that you got this done for yourself. As much as I love your site, your reviews, and the cheerful geek that comes across in everything you write, I have to admit that I was pretty grossed out by the care you took of yourself. It's good to see that you've finally sacked up and done what needed to be done. I work in healthcare, and I'm constantly amazed at the way obesity destroys lives. Congrats on making a huge step to getting healthy. Not only for yourself, but for your wife, family and friends. Way to go.
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He never even come by to wish you luck man! Are you guys getting a divorce or something?
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...should have been more "spoiler" warnings before those pics;)
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Hang that on your fridge...that should help keep you out.
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Is far more intense than just abs. I'm working on every muscle group with the exact same intensity. Currently benching 210. Curling 110. High rowing 160. Regular rowing 125. Inclined press - 150. Overhead press 150. There's another 5 machines that I'm forgetting at the moment - but I do 3 sets of reps of 10 - and on the last set I go till I can't push, pull, curl another time. If I can do another 10, the next time I go in - I increase the overall weight by 10lbs and that becomes my new work out weight. I'm also working the legs and abs very intensely - as they were the most abused areas of my body. The wheelchair having really taken their toll. As soon as coordination and strength allows - I'll be doing the bike workouts and then, God Willing the Ellyptical, Stair climbing machine and the treadmill... which I would attempt to devote another hour worth of workout to.
And yes - swimming is something my wife and I do at Barton Springs - on the days we feel a bit sore - and it relaxes and allows all the muscles to work together.
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C'mon, at least one of you sick fucks must've saved them.
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Please re-host the pictures for us men that can handle it... shutup you puke in your mouth pussies...
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Sometimes there is a fine line between reality and imagination....that line is now tied around Harry's tummy.
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with your new direction in life. I've come to love your site and want you well for a long time!
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I lost over 60 lbs in 3 months, basically just eating chicken, carne asada, 85-90% fat free hamburger and steak that wasn't rib eye or filet mignon. Rounded that out with a lot of vegetables (used a lot of country crock) and drank something other than soda, like water or apple juice and I saw dramatic results in two weeks. Seriously, once you're over the hump by not eating sweets and shit, your body gets used to it and eating right, or what i did here, becomes easy. And I was eating at least 2-3 pounds of meat a day and still lost a shitload of weight. It's called the Core diet or something.
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Dont generally post a lot, but I do check the site several times a day. Glad to hear the surgery went well for you. My wife was recently diagnosed with Diabetes as well and its been a real wake up call for both of us healthwise as well. Sincere best wishes for a good recovery and here's hoping that you continue with the drive to take control of your health and get to where you want to be. God Bless and thanks for always managing to bring a little dose of humor and occasionally some neat behind the scenes stuff into an otherwise stuffy work day.
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thats awesome harry good luck with surgery !!
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Good luck!
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You're one seriously happy lookin guy today, im glad of it. as for the other one, awesome! i'd be doing the same thing, its always intresting to see inside your own body.
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We can't quite tell yet. Are you on the fence about it? Please, share with us your thoughts on, say, weed, or any other weed related products or services you enjoy. Perhaps a snappy catch phrase or catch number? 'Cause that would be, like, sooo funny.
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How fast they want to toss people out the door of the hopitals nowdays!!!!!!! Is it a sign of advanced medical techniques, or cheap ass hospitals!!!!?????? Well if aliens can probe and do surgury techniques and dump people back in a corn field within a few hours, why can't our doctors?
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so you can get sympathy blow jobs and extra vicodin... Do it. Glad you got through it alright although I'm a little nervous about skinny Harry... That red hair is weird enough on a fat guy, once you get skinny, I'm gonna start calling you Malachai.....
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kinda like a ginger Brian May?
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May 20, 2008 8:53:45 PM CDT
I'm happy Harry is doing good, but where is the Magnolia talkbac
by betaraybill07
You knew it was coming. Keep pushing Harry.
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Daddy's ready for your little vagina monster of a mouth to say some dumb shit...Please insult me. what do I have to do you lite healed, pan flute playing ass spelunker; to get the sort of reaction a surgery causes. Does your mommy hate you?
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but congrats anyways
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huge step...can AICN survive with a more diminutive Harry as anchor? me thinks so. god's speed to your recovery. -longtime non-poster/avid reader
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I mean really, shave that damn beard dude. It's nasty! Cut your hippy hair and maybe grow a nice trimmed go-tee and take a bath every once in awhile. I bet your man-boobs stink like the inside of Roseannes elbow fat.
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i'm at about 217 to 220 myself and i'm 50, (6 ft) and for my height i should be around what? 190 or so. i take b/p, chloseterol and a beta and still have twinges. i myself try to get to the gym 4 or 5 times a week and huffing n puffing somewhat on the treadmill and lift the girly man 25 pd weights. at least i'm doing something. (can't quite get myself to go everyday though.) at the same time, i think i eat better but again, i'll still hit the buffet place sometimes, the difference now is restricting myself to one plate but with only seafood veggies and fruit on it. and at home because i don't cook, i alternate between cans of veggies and different types of beans (i need more fiber because the doctor who did my colonoscopy said i have a shitty colon--literally). granted i don't have diabetes but concern that your heart will give out any second ain't exactly living in the fun zone (to quote bob kelso from scrubs). but like alot of setbacks in life, only you have the power to help you. (sorry for the hallmark moment.) i'll be thinking of you as i huff and puff n sweat at the gym!)
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Everyone knows it's okay to pay out the big fat guy, call him names and make fun of him... UNTIL he goes into surgery for being a big fat guy... then you have to stop... because then it's not okay... For some reason, then it's WRONG to pay him out about being the big fat lazy guy... Nope, then you have to SUPPORT him... Make sense... Yeah, makes PERFECT sense, dont it...
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This place wouldn't be the same without ya.
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This place wouldn't be the same without ya.
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This place wouldn't be the same without ya.
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Absolutely insane.
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...All my comments are in jest too... perfectly good natured... Can't YOU tell the difference? Guess not... I still stand by my word when I say none of this would be a problem is Harry didn't let himself go in the first place... Cry me a fucking river...
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That would make you weigh ten pounds less than me, and I can't bear that!
Imagine the impact of someone saying "You're fatter than Harry!"
Seriously, though, good luck man!
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Congrats on the successful surgery Harry . . . hope everything else goes well for ya!
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...Defending someone in "real world danger" and then wishing death upon someone else in the same sentence is a real cracker, too... Or don't you realise that either?
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Well, lapband surgery should definitely help take care of the problem. It is kind of weird to see the bearded fat guys like Guillermo Del Toro, Peter Jackson and now you losing their trademark girth, but good for you. Just don't choose a losing lapband format (if such a thing exists) or anything and you will be fine!
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Glad your surgery went well...here's to your speedy recovery (we may not agree on Kingdom of the Crystal Skull but you know I love you ya crazy bastard). Do a sit up for me! (When you've healed enough to do sit ups, that is).
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I am happy it all went well. Thanks for the update. Keep up the good fight, sir.
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It's her taste in glasses. Well done on the surgery, if the possibility of going blind didn't prompt you into action I guess nothing would. All the best from the bottom of the world.
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I hope there isn't a league of asswipe internet nerds talking shit. No human deserves your incompetent insults. If you are going to dis harry while he's..recovering from surgery...at least bring some "A" material. Also I was wondering if you went under the knife, would anyone even notice?
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what are you gonna do about the ugly?
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try a different browser, they worked for me in firefox.
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Keep it up!
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I know it's hard, but try to avoid being the prime example of the Greater Internet Dickwad Theory.
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...It just gets better and better.
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Reading... fighting... hating and loving for YEARS? Dude... thats the funniest thing I've read all day... You know him? Really? Oh, then I take it all back... I thought you just grew to love him from reading his fucking reviews and visiting his website... Coz hell, THAT'D be even funnier...
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Isn't that the name of the phospho-soda used to purge shit from your bowels before a colonoscopy? Judging by the quality of hos posts, that shit is purging from his mouth (on the upside, it's covering up the taste of his dad's righteous sausage).
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You will be astounded at how much weight you will lose just from the week of fasting alone. Your doctor may allow you to have baby food, Animal Crackers (cookies), and apple sauce...trust me, you'll get use to it until you can have solids--so ask him if it's okay. And there are frozen fruit pops...and fruit juices..but you should do half a cup fruit juice to a half a cup water so you don't get a big rush of sugar all at once...just make sure it is 100% fruit juice, no added sugar or corn syrup. Whole Foods has a nice supply of such juices...and Welch's has at least one or two grape juices like that. read the label to make sure!!!Well, congratulations on your surgery Harry...or should I say, soon to be skinny guy???!!!
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...How will I ever cope now?
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With all the amazing fat/fast food in Austin, whatever will you do? Whataburger, breakfast tacos and burritos, nachos, etc. Aaarrrrgh!!!!
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I didn't need to see that.
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Wish you the best, and glad to hear you are back at home. Thanks for making a home for a geek like me. We need you. Changing ones lifestyle is never easy, but you can do it. -
...I'll go shoot myself... Yup... After I've finished fucking barnyard animals... Wow... It's all so much clearer to me - I understand the error in my ways - Thank you so much for shedding light on where I was going wrong... Good golly gosh, I should have learned earlier that you have all the fucking answers and are the shining light when it comes to summing up a defence...
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i wrote a long, well thought out, post explaining your hypocrisy. then i realized it wouldnt do any good and be lost on you, so i deleted it all.. anyway i'll just join the others and tell you to save your piss and vinegar for the next 'hobbit' talk back, or whatever you care about. this talk back is for well wishers. and being the shit talker doesnt mean you're 'keeping it real' or whatever your motivations are, it just makes you hated among the geeks, and it doesnt get much lower than that.
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I've been reading the site every day since '97, and I hope to continue reading YOUR STUFF for another 11 years. Take care of yourself, and be well.
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Hated among the geeks? Christ, how awful for me...
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Hated among the geeks? Wow... how terrible for me... Guess it's going to be a cold and ruthless day when the geeks take over the world with their lightsabers and one-ring replicas...
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it was four cocks and a dyke with a strap on. Check your facts big guy.
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I'm also super coolI bang hot chicksI work with rock stars in a concert setting I look greatI've conferred with the cool people in Williamsburg, S.F.,Paris, Tokyo and Iceland...that's right I said Iceland. All the cool people think you're a piece of shit.
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Damn that was a quickie op! Congrats on your success so far, and we know you'll achieve your goals. Your determination is definitely shining through - keep it up!
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Seriously.
You've started the process and seen what diet and exercise can do.
If the lapband is what's going to get you "over the top" then so be it.
But remember a tied-off stomach means nothing if you aren't active and eating right.
All the best Harry and I hope to see less of you more and more.
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I can't decide what's worst thing i saw tonight...that pic or the monkey scene in Crystal Skull...
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Thanks for spreading your sunshine here. Your work is done - time to spread it elsewhere now.
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gone are the days when the 'geeks' are revered as losers that have never seen a naked girl. most people that post here have made decent lives for themselves, and have gone on to pretty good levels of success. so yeah, you're probably proud of yourself for 'nailing that hot chick' last night..guess what, i did too. but thats not the point, the point is that you're posting messages in geek central..we all love this place, and even if we disagree with harry often, he still created a place for us. so, fuck you and your spite. save it for the clone wars talkback (ill be happy to join you in the hate-fest, i like bitching as much as any of us.) for now just be fucking happy that harry is taking whatever steps (whether you agree with them or not) to prolong his happy cinema-loving life and stay with us.
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May 20, 2008 10:18:54 PM CDT
Glad you are okay... but still pretty sure it was the antarctic.
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Just sayin.
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Gabriel. Dude. What happened, man? I thought you and I had a good discussion awhile back. Now, I see you've come back just as angry and vengeful as before. What gives?
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i dont give a fuck about morals. rape a little girl's puppy for all i care. but i appreciate the forum that harry has provided for us here, even if i rarely agree with him. I'm not even saying you shouldn't call harry a fat, hypocrite, fuck when he deserves it.. all im saying is that this post and thread is about his health, and even though i dont agree with him at times, doesnt mean i dont appreciate the place he's given us to vent our love for cinema. if we didnt care, we wouldnt come here and post. so best wishes to one of the original people to understand how i feel about the pop-culture i care about.
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soulfucker and fleet... i totally win. game oversorry.
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TRASH
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Glad to have you back.
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Don't get me wrong, congratulations on the surgery and all, but, in all seriousness, the site needs some TLC. It's been better the last couple of weeks, but for a while there, I had to check out any other movie site but this one to get some decent news. And I'd really rather come here. You just can't beat Aintitcool's talkbacks, in all their magnificent savagery.
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May you die a painful death, you rat fuck.
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Deep-fried Eli Roth cock with a side of Robert Rodriguez's asscheek... Oh, and 500 fuckin hamburgers balled into a giant meteorite-sized hunk.
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May you join Fleet in hell, you rat bastard.
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Seriously, your pics obviously broke the server.
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saying "HARRY I GOING TO FUCK YOUR SOUL APART!" is pretty funny. no one is disputing that.
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That's my new desktop background, Harry.
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BOBs (breakfast on a bun) from Whataburger are the BOMB! I think the last time I had one was like 10 years ago when I was going to school at ASU. Oh, I miss.
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This is his site. Without him, there would be no AICN. Yeah, he had to resort to surgery to counter his lack of discipline with regards to eating and exercise... but so what? It's his body and life, not any of your bodies or lives... he has every right to do whatever the hell he wants with his own body. Leave the man the fuck alone unless you want to complain about his reviews or postings or something else along those lines.
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..hope you survive the experience!
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Life's short, and if technology gives you a harmless shortcut from obese to healthy, you take it. Who gives a shit what brought Harry to this place to begin with as long as he makes amends now?
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You win... I'll leave you and the other Chubby-Chasers to your circle-jerk of mutual support and admiration coz guess what? I really don't actually care that much... well, I don't care as much as you guys all seem to care - But hey, what should I have expected? This is like geek central, it's only natural you'd all band together waving the flag of fat support...
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you get it. im not trying to say you're wrong, all im saying is that this particular talk back is not the place for your vitroil. i love the people who post here..we NEED people like you, and it would be just as shortsighted of me to not realize that.
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That's stock footage for an effed up horror movie right there. Pay off your medical bills with the proceeds.
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We're all pulling for you to succeed at this and looking forward to the new svelte Harry you're becoming.
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I was worried. Surgery freaks me out. Take it easy for now. But I think there is a 'Dancing with the Stars' video game you could try when you're ready. I'm only suggesting that because you said you wanted to dance with the missus. So that way you could get in shape and learn the dances at the same time. :) Good luck again.
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While you get a 10 out of 10 troll rating, you need to do more than just insult: otherwise you conjure up the image of the South Park WoW "badass." But, then again, that which has no live cannot be killed.
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God's speed and a great recovery. Get healthy you fat fuck!
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...love to see some pics of your home theater set up. I'd like to see where the big man watches his movies.Perhaps you could be wearing a shirt in them though.Best of luck, Harry. For all the knocks and easy laughs, none of us would be at this site with out you, man. So, thanks for giving me and my film geek friends stuff to bitch or rejoice about. Get better, brother!
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crap, I meant "life"
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who the hell is deleting Suit & Tie/Soul's posts so quickly? Regardless, I've already called dibs if DarthMacchio's TB death-matches ever come to pass.
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HEY HARRY, how is the Speed Racer Wii? I've heard good thing, but I haven't seen much in the way of reviews any where. Funny how Iron Man the movie, lover by the critics, Iron Man game (promised to be ground breaking) hated by the critics. Sly on Leno, god damn Rambo was the best movie ever made.
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I know you might not agree with my point of view (that Harry really doesn't doesn't deserve kudos for being a morbidly obese guy who's taken the easy way out) but ease up, turbo - I'm not sure where you're getting all this "Fleet does this, fleet does that" crap - But hell, you're embarassing yourself more than I ever did...
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Welcome to the new Harry!Count me in as a member of your cheering section as you reach each and every one of your goals.Congrats!
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Are you high on Bone Jangles' herb?
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Mohammed hasn't come anywhere near close to embarassing himself as much as you.
Harry was diagnosed with diabetes, so he undertook a regimen of diet and exercise and shed 52 pounds in what, 6 weeks? And now he got a lapband to control his appetite so doesn't falter, all with the support of his loving wife.
What part of that was "the easy way out"?
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Easy way out? Hmmm lets see... Good points you bring up... What a shame his mature age onset diabetes was brought on by his extremely unhealthy lifestyle to begin with? The fact that SUDDENLY that spurned him into a regime of diet and exercise, when being a fat fuck in the first place didn't motivate him to do anything before hand... How if he had kept a control on things, it would never had come to that... Yeah, I'd say (like millions of others do, might I add, not just referring to the supporters of this website, I'm talking GLOBALLY, fuckwit) that resorting to surgery is the "easy way out"...
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Maybe Spielberg can cast your old stomach as the main villain for Indy 5. It sure as hell would have more personality than Kate Blanchett, that's for sure.
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Enjoy being able to buy real clothes when you get thin.
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Sure he ate half your food and made you do all the work but having him removed was a little extreme... poor fellow : ( Well what is done is done so good luck and I hope you stay infection free during your recovery.
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Or any kind of addiction. You'll find a treasure trove of addicts to lambast across the globe.
You can bash nicotine, gambling, heroin, sex addicts ... take your pick. All these addictions are potentially life-destroying. If a quick outpatient procedure is all it takes to "cure" all these addictions, then count humanity lucky to have such a technology. "Easy way out" or not. -
Why are you showing us your fresh surgery scars?!Then again, this whole 'site is pretty much Harry's inner exhibitionist at work, so I guess I shouldn't be that shocked... but STILL! YUCK!! >:OThat said, I hope you get better soon and do the necessary work to make the surgery effective! Take care...
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Beats swallowing a bag 'o rocks. Good luck and rock on.
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Enjoyed you for many years...
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...and things like this Harry story that bring out the most insecure and offensive of posters, like Spidermanfreak20 and Fleet? Some people seem so threatened by any anything of a personal or emotional nature that they pathetically lash out with callous "tough guy" talk as soon as they can. Fleet's simply an anonymous TB asshole and Spidermanfreak20 is the sad, smelly bastard who wrote those endless and anally retentive tracts on why Pixar's Cars "wouldn't work" and even posted clips on himself on YouTube holding lectures (to himself) on the subject.
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Just as entitled to my opinion as you are, bucko - I don't think he deserves kudos - Simple as that... I don't think it's a "good thing" that he's gone and done this, nor do i think it's a "good thing" that people think it's an okay and acceptable solution to his problem... if that makes me an anonymous TB asshole, then so be it - Hell, I don't care how you paint it...
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...And tell me, how on earth does that make me insecure?
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I'd rather be inside the 60's Raquel Welch than have her inside me!
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Good to hear all went well.
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KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!
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Glad to hear it went well man, we all love your site so much no matter how much some people complain. Now write a damn book or get a biography or something.
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Mostly every reader on this site is a cunt, it's nice to see everyone has the dignity to wish you a safe treatment.
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Me and the opossums, we were praying to the great can-o-lemur lube in the sky that you would be well. It makes us most happy to see you are so. Looking forward to griping at gushing geek-gasmic (or gastric) soaked reviews of over hyped movies while taking notes of films I need to see from your DVD column. The world is a much more interesting place with you in it man. Take it easy. Peace.
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Damn! You have been working out! I guess I haven't seen a picture of you in a while, but I can totally see the weight loss. Great job man and keep up the good work.
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Wishing you the best kind of speedy recovery. Take good care of yourself.
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How it makes you insecure?
Well, perhaps the fact that I see several talkbackers here who actually share your views on the responsibility of obese people vis-á-vis their health yet feel enough confidence in themselves that they can set those views aside long enough to wish Harry well.
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Lack of class, scruples, and humanity is a choice in this case, and getting your ass shunned from a community you obviously care about is weak punishment for being such a dick. Remember kids: No sane person has ever accused the Allies of hypocrisy for trying to smear Hitler's innards across the floor with a copy of Mein Kampf. -
from Switzerland! You look thinner already. Hope its because of this thing inside you and not some bloody gypsy curse...
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Seriously, you need more complete, deep core training. Balance boards and work with medicine balls are really good for that (both together even better, if bloody tough). Dorsal raises and leg raises are worth a shout too.
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How can any one of you assholes talk shit about Harry for going under the knife to take charge of a problem that has been going on for years? When people get as fat as Harry (no offense intended, big guy) it's almost always because they really do have a genetic predisposition to obesity. Sure they probably don't eat very well, but neither do I (or most of you), I'm just lucky enough to have an insane metabolism. What Harry did was take advantage of advances in medicine to turn his life around. If Harry had a congenital heart defect, would any of you assholes gripe on him for getting it repaired? Of course not. Why can't you just be happy that we have the capability to help people turn their lives around for the better. Honestly, if you had a relative/friend who's health was deteriorating right in front of you due to their obesity, wouldn't you encourage them to take advantage of every potential treatment available in order to get their health back on track. Fuckin' take a step back, think about it, and just be happy for the guy. I'm out, bitches (you know who you are)...
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Seriously, it's a ballsy thing when a man recognizes his faults and does something about it. I hope you keep us posted on your looks, its gonna be like Peter Jacksons King Kong video diaries.
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Glad to hear the operation went well since we all are really pulling for you. And for working in the line about Raquel Welch in her swimsuit, you show that even in pain and while recovering from surgery a Geek's still gotta be a Geek! Get well soon, Big Guy soon to be a Smaller Guy!
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May 21, 2008 3:07:30 AM CDT
Hey, speaking of Harry playing SPEED RACER on the Wii...
by big dumb ape
Has anyone played the SPEED RACER Wii game? On the one hand I don't know if its worth the bucks, yet the kid in me that grew up on Speed Racer would certainly like to try it...
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Congratulations on facing this so well and allowing others to see. To be truthful I've worried a bit about your health for a while and this gesture says a lot about you as a person. I hope it helps a lot of people deal with the complications concerning their health and well-being. Good job, Harry, and good luck with balancing your health with your life.
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I would suggest that Harry get himself a maid to clean up his house! Oh, and a new carpet. Does this guy have money or not?
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May 21, 2008 3:50:42 AM CDT
Glad to see the operation went great, Harry!
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On a side note: gotta love the distubing post-surgery pics. Post those of the fridge while you're at it? =p
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So where did you get your medical degree and when did you see Harry about his case?
Maybe you know/love someone who has undergone this procedure and has had less than stellar results? Understandable that you might want to warn others, but consider the context of your advice. After someone has consulted their own health care professionals and formed a plan of action, it's kinda moot, innit?
But if you're just berating someone for their lifestyle choices, well, I suppose you're perfect in every way and are gifting them with your unbiased, heartfelt advice to improve their lives, eh?
Seriously, do you really feel that bad about the size of "that certain part of the male body" that you have to jump on someone else about their choices?
Grow up.
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Good luck with it all Harry...
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I just joined in order to say congratulations Harry. I've been waiting about three years for gastric bypass myself and have a date for it in late June. Don't let the moronic haters get to you, it's been proven scientifically that obesity is a disease. I don't know if you've ever checked out www.obesityhelp.com but I've been a member for about a year and it's a great source of support and information for the rough patches. Best of luck and happy healing!
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not because being fat is bad, but being healthy is good. Although... the iconic Harry-as-we-know-him is in incredible danger of getting extinct. Doh!
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...but i want to wish you a quick and healthy recovery. This is one of my favorite places on the internet! I hope you get well, so this site can go on with its true balls intact. Forever and ever. Amen.
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Num, num...
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not so impressed, Harry. 1st you eat yourself to shapeless blob then go under knife. nice. i was over sized once too, not so much as you, but yeah. what did i do, started eating right (before diabetes, I`m not so stupid to eat myself sick !) to up Krav Maga and Defendo. and so on. now I`m fit and happy. you ate until it was too late and went to surgery and someone gave you kudos ... yeah right ! and alcoholism is disease you moron !
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keep us posted
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as a result of his being so excited seeing the little devil for the first time in years
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Nice one mate. Hope you're going to be fighting fit soon as poss. Although the thought of you dancing.... *Shudder*
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Have a buddy that had this done and it changed his whole life for the better. Good luck to ya!
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For health and wellness, check out Dr. Mercola's website: www.Mercola.com - you'll be the better for it!
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that fucktards seem to think they've been asked to weigh in on Harry's health care decisions?Or is it just because they're fucktards?
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Bienvenido.
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Are those wounds on your stomach, or jelly from a donut? Seriously though, you look in pretty good spirits. The second photo, I dunno...blechh!
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Odd choice, wearing a food motif when you're showing off your still-bloody battle scars! Bleecccchhhh
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Hope to give you a very hetero man-hug at a convention someday.
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Its so easy for people to dis him because he's not into censoring these talkbacks much, but the fact is that a lot of us admire Harry for what he's done. A self-made man, built an empire out of something he loves, movies. He has been generous with it too. He helped me when I needed some credibility while fighting FOX. I'm slowly moving closer to realizing some dreams of my own, in hollywood. I'll always keep Harry in mind first.
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Damn you to hell!Way to go, Harry!
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Just like I haven't been able to see the different contributors' sigs. =(
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Start the reactor.....
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That's how I roll.
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STOP FUCKING EATING SO MUCH.
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the beard and the hippie hair is cool when you have a full head of it, but seriously brother, you're about 2 years away from being Ben Franklin. Nows the time to go with something new/different. I submit Bruce Willis into evidence. Soon as he started getting to the 'hairpiece or shave it' stage, he moved to the 'jean-luc Picard' fuzz, and then gradually shaved it tighter and tighter to cueball.
I dont advocate the cueball - Telly Savalas owned that both here and in the hereafter, but you gotta shed the locks for real.
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is that a porno shot directed by Eli Roth? Yeeeez...BTW Harry, hope you keep up the commitment to eat well and exercise. Once it becomes a part of your daily life you'll never feel better. Best of health!!
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Just kidding. Glad it went well, you soon-to-be-much-thinner motherfucker! Best wishes for a speedy recovery and a new lease on life.
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C'mon it's an entertainment site. Congrats on the 110lb. curls though. Jeez!
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Good for you HARRY! I'm glad to see you being proactive in your health. So many people aren't. Good for you bubs for taking that big step.
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all the best in the recovery chap, hope it goes well ...
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Glad to hear everything went well Harry! Take it easy - you should totally bust out some of your favorite movies to watch while you're recovering. That always makes me feel a bit better when im not 100% (who am i kidding, i'm sure by now you're already headlong into your collection)
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a cock mounted camera ;-) Good to know all was well dear fat boy.
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...with changing your life and all. shew. makes me think of how much i need to change...the weed makes me eat too much!!!
but seriously, you've done geeks everywhere a great service by your work with AICN. thanks man!
oh...and your skin must be thick as shit to withstand some of the comments you get from some of these cretins! i mean, i like to think i have a very healthy self-esteem. but jesus fucking christ, i don't know how i'd deal with some of the shit that gets hurled at you on a regular... -
The XBox 360 Iron Man was repetitive and extremely lame. Graphics were good but it was the same thing over and over (fly aroung blowing shit up on the ground. Speed Racer on the Wii is very addicting and fun. Excellent control, cool tracks and voice work from the film cast. Almost makes me want to buy a Wii.
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aint it? good luck and thanks for the kick ass site over a decade.
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Hot stuff!
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that is all
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Repost them plz
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May 21, 2008 11:26:33 AM CDT
What? Did LucasFilm send a Cease and Desist letter for Harry's
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a skinny bomb!
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..not that i care cause i don't own a wii as there are not enough games (i like) to justify the purchase.However the Ironman game is very repetitive those programmers at sega should be flipping burgers instead of fucking up a potentualy decent game.Anyway glad you pulled it through Har.
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I bet you'll love being healthy, mate!
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Oh, and god speed on your recovery there, big guy.
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Harry has a beer and cheats on his stomach!
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The CGI is totally obvious. It's like Michael Bay "awesome surgery," what with the little >>>ZOOM thing that was so blatantly photoshopped in. In fact, I'm sure right after that, the stomach exploded awesomely
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not to mention stomach-churning...
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Glad to hear things are going well! Heal up quick and take care! Yup yup!
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May 21, 2008 12:41:08 PM CDT
I don't know if anyone has mentioned this yet...
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May 21, 2008 12:54:19 PM CDT
You know who else should shve their beard because a dozen dorks
by i am the most horrible
Col. Sanders, Santa, Abe Lincoln, the ZZ Top dudes, Dumbledore, and Uncle Sam.
My point being: lay the fuck off the beard. It's a trademark and it's cool. Ain't it? Rhetorical. I know it's cool.
And in general how about we ease up on the preaching? Or post your pic and stats along with your preaching so we can see if you practice it too.
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Good luck with your new lifestyle. I know it will be difficult-but keep the faith and know you have a lot of people pulling for you.
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Good to hear back from you so soon Harry, here's to a speedy recovery (drinking a Slim-Fast shake, in a cheers-like-fashion to you).
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You wouldn't be the first person to lie about that kind of thing on the internet. Lets see a photo of those "Guns"
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don't give up and fucking make it happen!
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When Harry tells everyone what he is doing on a "film review site", I think that makes it fair game. I DO hope he does well, I DON'T agree with his decision. I think it is a lazy and dangerous decision. When you go from a 36" to a 40" waistband that is a wake up call. Too often, people are rewarded or applauded for "well he is making an effort now". BFD. This isn't the special Olympics, not everyone should get a ribbon.
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just the little red x'scan everyone else see them?
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Use Firefox if it doesn't work in IE
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Firefox is the solution. Thanks for the heads-up.
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brother rabbitte!
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Not sure if that is a picture of gastric surgery or scrotal bondage. Good luck anyway, Mr K.
How's about the same getting a bare-to-the-waist picture taken every day for the next few months?
You could then use that as the animated Harry. Up to you if you run it fat to thin or thin to fat.
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the chocolate coated pussyjuice diet. Just drench some swollen clitoriseses with it, and dive in
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http://youtube.com/watch?v=ZFwxH3PPWiU
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I could imagine the fear of losing your eyesight with film being so close to your heart! Hang in there and keep us posted.
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I am a new resident of Austin, TX, a transplant from the Bay Area. I was at an Austin Target around 8PM that same night (the 19th) and saw harry tooling around in the Target "jazzy". I didn't want to bother him so I didn't say anything to him. I guess he really DID feel good after the surgery! Good luck with everything Harry!
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I mean, with that surgery scar on your gut you might be too self conscious to wear your thong at the beach anymore...
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Since you seemed to like Hostel so much I think you will enjoy Frontieres even more. Hostel is a pussy movie compared to Frontieres.
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Congratulation on the succesful op and well fucking done on losing as much weight as you have since I saw you in Austin around butt-numb-athon a couple of years back.
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First thing we do, let's kill all the TalkBackers. Alimentary, dear flotsam. ::sigh:: Keep up the great work, Harry. Really fucking proud of you, brother. =)
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harry owes me one of those now. ugh.
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While I wish Harry good luck with the surgery I'm sure I speak for most surfers out here when I say that nobody needs to see your gross stomach cause it made me puke. Seeing a fat stomach really crosses the line and Harry has poor taste in posting that.
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That kid from THE MASK (with Cher) and Jabba the Hutt. Looks as if he had Moriarity's kid Katana Obiwannawackoff McWeeny.
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If you need to see something to really put you off eating shit all day, find a torrent of the British Jamie Oliver TV show called ' Eat to save Your Life ' where they do an Autopsy of a dead 25 stone guy...they can barely find his heart under all the fat. Not for the weak stomached.
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...You guys are pathetic... I come back the next day and you fools are still whinging, defending and pulling "Fleet Jokes" - Ongelooflijk... you guys need to get out more...
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Like a house cat returning to the litter box to sniff around and make sure his shit still smells like it did yesterday.
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They keep showing up as little red X's on my screen!
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I've been coming to this site every day for quite some time. I want to wish you the best of luck. And hopefully some of the trolls will take a break and wish you the best as well.
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Awesome place, dude! I go there myself when in Austin!
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That would be because Internet Explorer sucks. Try using a decent browser that actually conforms to Internet standards like Firefox or Safari.
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...And true to your reaction - It's still going strong... Have you even LEFT your computer since yesterday?
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Your self-esteem repository doesn't HAVE to be a giant sucking black hole, you know, Fleet. You can find a reason to be positive about the folks around you as well as the folks you meet on the Internet.
As for me? Since yesterday morning:
Two hours of volunteer work with disabled children at the rodeo arena.
Organized department response to the death of a faculty member's mother. Lasagna made, live plant chosen as a memorial gift, donations being collected for flowers.
Two pages written on my dissertation.
Car inspected and a load of laundry washed and folded.
Began review of a possible replacement text for a course I'm teaching in the fall.
All that, and I still have the will and the time to be a sympathetic, positive human being instead of an overtly hateful piece of shit. So what's your excuse for making that choice? -
Wow mate... Volunteer work with disabled children?! Live plants as memorial gifts?! Two pages on your dissertation?!... Wow... You're a saint! So reverent! So pious!.... BUT - I still don't know how me having a different opinion to you (which I won't reiterate... you can trawl back through the thread and find it again if you must...) a hateful piece of shit... Sounds to me, like you have issues of your own to deal with... But hey, enjoy the disabled kids... cry a tear over the dead mother... keep working hard at that dissertation of yours... Sounds like you're one busy little beaver...
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TORN would like to send a care package via UPS..we need a non PO addy for you...do you have one? Otherwise I'll keep the Russian bride myself..
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Your opinion on Harry's surgery is utterly beside the point, as has been pointed out to you at least a dozen timesNo, it's not your opinion that makes you a true jerk. It's your cynical, vitriolic, gutless insistence on airing it when you've already been given tons of great reasons to behave civilly and respectfully. It's your attempted treatment of people who respond to the bullshit you spew, and your complete lack of concern for anyone or anything other than you and your own opinion. You haven't done a thing for the good of anyone else here, and certainly not out of concern for Harry; all you've done is make a complete ass of yourself, and then lash out at folks who throw it back at you.Sorry, bub, but everything you've done here demonstrates that my label was entirely appropriate. So there's no need to be sarcastic about my activities; you could make similar choices if you cared enough about yourself and others to do so.
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im on your side in the whole TB battle, but your day activities makes me feel like a piece of shit. i woke up, played some video games, ate some chicken, and checked out the internet. i need to start doing more..heh.
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...I care about others... I just don't care for Harry - He's a complete stranger, and whilst I frequent the site, I certainly don't say I "know him" or indeed "love him" like 3/4's of the people in this thread... I think it's egotistical enough that it's gone this far to have an entire story and thread on his surgery... It's a fucking movie gossip tabloid... You don't agree with me, that's fine - I don't care if you don't agree with me... I still stand by me belief that if he wasn't a lazy-ass fuck to begin with, he wouldn't have ever needed the surgery - And yes, the surgery is a cop-out... the easy option... And yes, I think it's ridiculous that he let it go so far as it did before he actually had to have a doctor tell him to go and do it... Keep going though - Keep calling me names, keep waving your hands and shaking your head - I find it incredible that my "opinion on Harrys surgery is utterly beside the point" since this is actually a fucking thread discussing that exact topic... Im not making it something else - You are - And you're making it something else because you don't agree with my opinion... THAT'S what's so hypocritical in what you're saying... Going as far to explain your day, waxing lyrical about helping the less fortunate with your spare time during the day - Dude, I don't give a fuck... This whole thing is about Harry and his lapband surgery... I disagreed... and now it's come to this... Keep going though...
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I'm not a hero for going this route - but given my lower back injury - which at one point left me paralyzed below the waist. It was during that paralysis in my life where I gained so much weight. Then I fought my way back to walking - and I dieted and got about 125 lbs off - but around the time I shot my pilot - I re-injured my back - which limited my mobility - then when I broke my leg - it put me in the wheelchair - where I've been ever since... adding to the weight. In all this time, I just frankly never cared about my health - I was more interested in the site, films and day to day life. That is sad - and for years - many of you in Talkback have been harping on me to lose weight - and I laughed cuz it was always a joke to me. But when I found Yoko - and we started making plans for kids - I realized I didn't want to be the way I was for them. Guillermo Del Toro had been insisting that I go the Lapband route - he loves it. And it isn't easy - no dieting is. What this does is gives me a tool to not just lose the weight, but maintain when I get where I want to get. Fact is - I should have never given up the gym when I came to college. I loved it in High School, but just felt I'd never make the time. I was a fool. That said - when you're trying to lose 200 lbs from a wheelchair... you really do need every advantage. Losing 50lbs via hard work and self control was very empowering - and my plan was to just continue that - because it didn't look like Aetna was going to approve the process, but they did. But there's nothing easy about it. I deserve a lot of the ridicule and jabs people make at me - because for the longest time I was oblivious to my own situation. That's why I don't ban or delete you "mean bastards" - everybody should have a "mean bastard" to kick their ass - but I really do imagine the mean bastards as the principal from BACK TO THE FUTURE. I really do.
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The older you get, the more you see that making a change - particularly a lifestyle one - is a bitch. Good on you for doing it anyway.
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You seem to think that this is about winning. There's nothing to be won. You're behaving like an ass, and we all can see it. Lashing out at others isn't going to change the perception because your behavior in doing so continues to perpetuate the selfsame perception.It's interesting that you criticize as hypocritical an answer that you yourself asked for; I told you exactly what I'd done away from my computer since yesterday, and you were so incredibly intimidated by a list of mundane events that you called it "waxing lyrical". Can you even picture how this looks from the outside? You are truly pitiful, man, and if I could give you some self esteem to make it better, I would. Honest. Because you DO give very much of a fuck even if you don't admit it, and you're just making yourself more reviled with each ranting post.You know, you could just throw the stupid pride monkey off your back and admit that you have been out of line, and that all that was ever called for in this situation was a simple well-wishing or even NOTHING at all to the man who created this site. One last time: Nothing that anyone is telling you here is about your opinion of Harry's surgery. Your opinions on Harry's health care decisions don't matter, precisely because your opinions on Harry's health care decisions were never asked for, wanted, or appropriate to air here. Not that you are remotely qualified to have such opinions anyway. But even if you WERE qualified to have such opinions, you, not being Harry's doctor, have not been asked to give your opinions.You aired your opinions because you wanted to attack someone, and because you're a dick, not because you wanted to help Harry or because it was a productive thing to say. Point blank: You're getting what you deserved, whether you lie and say you don't care about it or not. You can stay in the corner and keep licking your wounds until you figure out how to act like a human being again, as far as I'm concerned. I've said everything that I need to say to you, and your attempts to draw this out have become redundant and thus pointless to respond to. You and everyone else here knows that you're pointlessly being a dick, and you can choose to stop it anytime you like. Until then, I have a house full of orphaned children to tuck in and kiss goodnight, and and a truckload of blankets to distribute to the homeless. Because, you know, only we weak and foolish folks actually bother to do that nice selfless shit you see in movies, or even to say a kind word to someone who needs it.Finis.
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My sister is home from her operation today, resting in bed. She says feels like a truck hit her, but other than that. Feeling ok.
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Good that you realize what go you to the position you're in; I know I've never gained an ounce of wisdom without feeling a lot of pain. Now that you've learned some lessons and had your eyes opened, I'm excited for you to keep plunging forward along the path.
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I'm glad you;re getting healthy. I want to agree and disagree with you for many, many years to come. I recently kind of got my ass kicked back in gear, and it's not easy. Sometimes you have to accept that things are bad and start doing something about it. Shortcuts are good sometimes. Some people have a problem with asking for direction and finding an easier path. I do not. I feel it's a bit foolish not to.
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Here's a new quote to include in an upcoming review: "I couldn't even have stomached this crap with a WHOLE stomach!" Or something to that extent, I don't know -- it needs work. Seriously, though...I'm proud of you, and I wish you nothing but the best. Good luck
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May 21, 2008 9:42:21 PM CDT
lol... Boromir... Did you play the "You hang up... No YOU hang u
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...Coz that's how it feels now... Who wants the last word? Finis? I think not... For a guy who think's I have become "redundant and thus pointless to respond to" you're doing a great job at continuing to respond... After reading Harry's comment above there, it's nice to hear that even he can see what I'm trying to say here - Not that I ever even wanted him to feel he had to respond or point that out - Yes, I feel good for the guy... I feel happy for the guy... Do I agree with what he's done? Nope, I still don't... Still don't think it's right... But you mate, even just reading your comment to him then: You're a kiss ass... A torch burning, this little light of mine kiss ass...
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...Thats "You hang up... No YOU hang up" game... for those playing at home...
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That is no minor feat, my friend...that is my goal and it is a slow and hard road. And I still say the jerks are more like the pestering hate motivator for Burt Lancaster in Local Hero, but to each his/her own special beloved movie jerk. I'm glad you have such an open mind, Harry, and whether people try to get you going by rudeness, or out of love, YOU are the only one who can make that decision. When the time is right, all the right things go "click" and stuff falls into the right place and all the hard work...well suddenly you just know you can do it. I am glad this process kicked in for you before we lost you. Sounds like the best possible start on the road to parenthood. You'll be a great dad.
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You are one deepthroating cocksucker. You hate Harry so much, then get the fuck off his talkbacks. Shit, you got no manners whatsoever. No manners.
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I just signed up to say that I am glad you are doing something about your weight. I am a fatass also and hearing about you and my favorite film dudes Del Toro and Jackson (I've been told I look like their test tube love child) loosing weight has helped me try and save myself from lard ass hell. I will never be able to have surgery because it is a huge phobia of mine (I have had one ankle surgery to remove a bone that I was awake for and that will never happen again!)but I am trying the old fashion way of just exercise and diet.
God Bless and get well soon big guy! -
You have given hope to the hopeless by landing such a kick-ass babe!
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...Where did I say I hated Harry? Back the fuck off, wanker - You've got no idea what you're talking about... You'd be lucky to get deepthroated by me, by the way...
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Don't make him angry. You wouldn't like him when he's angry. *grin*
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...You don't like me now, why would me angry be any different...
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http://tinyurl.com/4u5q9e
G'night to everyone. Take care, Harry! -
best of luck to you man, loosing weight is hard!
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I fail too see the purpose of your words, sir.
You judge Harry's decision, and speak of 'making the change' when he was overweight.
Obesity is a DISEASE. Will you talk to the alcoholic who's been sober for 25 years? "You should have put the bottle down years ago, you lush." Harry is making the step to a healthier life.
I'm sure Harry's self esteem faltered some nights when he was alone and was overweight. But, like the alcolic who is finally blessed with clarity, he's DOING something about it.
He has the love and support of his wife, and now the courage to grab his life by the neck and say "I'm in the driver's seat."
Not many of us have the stones to do that; myself included.
So I'm asking you to read your previous comments and ask yourself if they are productive or even positive.
Remember, it's easier to slam someone than too support them.
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Obesity is a disease... Yup... Just like my negative point of view apparently.
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May 22, 2008 1:54:11 AM CDT
Harry, I just want to tell you good luck with your surgery.
by neosamurai85
We're all counting on you.
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Get yourself well soon, Harry!
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Care to open that closet in your glass house and let everyone here tale a look inside? Didn't think so. No need anyway--the worst possible fault a human could have is already on clear display in your very own post.Seriously, no joking. You're one sorry sack of shit.
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I'm not fat like you but I have always always been a dwarf so I know some of your pain. I'm confident you can loose weight and I will even summon some of my mighty thetan empire to help you. Good luck big fella.
Unfortunately I don't seem to be able to grow any taller or make any more good movies. Furtunately though no problem is too big that it can't be overcome by my wacky screwball religion invented by a third rate sci-fi writer.
I'm thinking maybe me and Taratino can rescue each others careers with a remake of the classic Gigli? or a big budget revisit of Heavens Gate? what do you think? -
whether you've met him in person or not. If it weren't for him, AICN wouldn't exist.
Some people may not "care" about him, but it's certainly no weakness to have genuine respect and good feelings for Harry. For those of us who frequent this site and appreciate what's written and presented (and the work that goes into it), Harry *is* a good friend. He's friendly, geeky and pretty fucking cool.Hell, I felt that way *before* I actually met him in person. Talking to him one-on-one just confirmed all the good things I thought about him before.Regardless of the circumstances, making healthy life decisions isn't about dwelling on the past; it's about looking forward to the future. And, for that, I applaud Harry and wish him all the best. I mean, c'mon... doesn't everyone deserve a chance to make their life better? So what if it takes surgery to get the ball rolling? I don't think it was an easy decision for Harry -- nor would it be for anyone -- and I think it's a positive thing. I hope it works out for the very best! -
May I ask?
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You had one of those stomach stapling things. well good luck with your recovery. dude.
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Why, I believe it's Fleet's ass. What's it doing on the plate in front of him? Oh, I see. Boromir's serving it to him.
Bon appetit, fucktard. -
Seriously wish you all the best.
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What would we do without ya?!
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Courtesy of John Titor:
http://tinyurl.com/5z4ba8
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52lns in 6 weeks is awesome! keep up the good work!
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First, best of luck to you Harry. The most important thing in this is that you realize you have a health problem, and you are doing something about it. It is Harry's site, so I'm not sure why anyone has a problem with him creating a thread for his surgery. I don't care what anyone says, everyone here is a guest on this site. We are allowed to post some really vile shit, so you should be thankful that we have that freedom to bash each other, movies, actors, contributors, etc, on this site.Fleet, what the fuck is wrong with you? I look at it this way, if you're not going to say something nice in an obit or this type of thread, why bother posting at all?
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and am sick of people telling me to lose weight. I'll lose it when I'm good and ready. I see people ordering fruit salads and veggie burgers at restaurants where I just order what I crave. Bring on the meat, as Audrey II said. I just can't stand the blatant prejudice in the media regarding corpulent individuals such as myself. I hear all kinds of cliched fat jokes and no one cares. But it's not okay to poke fun at minorities and homosexuals, is it? As a U.S. citizen, I demand equal treatment.
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I could make some lame Jarrod from Subway joke, but will instead offer some solid advice. Weight Watchers. My wife has been doing that for over a year. It is basically a lifestyle change. The points system still allows you to eat all sorts of delicious things, but in moderation. Check it out.
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but equally as important as your health will be your legacy. Picture yourself having to explain 'chocolate covered pussy juice' to your 13 year old daughter who is being teased with it in school. Just as important as being healthy for your kids, is leaving a legacy for them that they can take full pride in.
I dont preach this because Im by any means an expert at it. Im just sharing a lesson that ive had to learn the hard way. -
It's none of anyone's business what somebody does with their own body. Period. Even if you're riding that pious holier-(skinnier)-than thou high horse, you've got no call to preach to somebody about how fat they are ...or aren't.
Harry says all you haters and trolls spewing your bile, disguised as health advice, are right and it's the kick in the ass he needs. (I think he's crazy there... maybe it's the meds talking, maybe he's high on the motivation that provides, I dunno...you ask me it opens the door to a whole lotta crap talking to Harry, and worse,other fat folks who would kindly decline that brand of motivational speaking)But the bottom line is if you spewed similar bile in my presence I'd be the one doing the ass kicking.
The hatred and disgust some of you have for fat people is disgusting to me. The fact that you'd fill a well-wishing TB about Harry's surgery with that crap is just lame. Some people make choices that lead them to be fat...most don't. (The fact that so many people are getting SURGERY, altering their innards, should tell you how hard it can be and how much some folks want to change but can't)I would no sooner rip on somebody for being fat than I would for being gay or homeless.
I hesitate to lump those three together as they are all very different things...but their common denominator is that they are tough gigs, and if you think it's always easy or even possible to just stop being one or the other...you're a dumbass.
Some more color on that: I believe there are people that most others would call fat that are just as they were meant to be, and they just don't fit in with what society says is the norm at the time. I believe everybody born gay IS gay and it's as much a part of nature as red hair and freckles. Nobody should be homeless, it's a bitch but it happens. Homeless people need a home, not your judgement or hate.
Anyways...
Another thing that's nobody else's business: Harry's marriage. Jesus! And while it's none of mine either I'm assuming that Yoko married Harry because she loves him. I've never read that she was armless blind and deaf so I imagine she knows Harry inside and out...and accepts him the way he is. Give it a try.
Part of living is growing, changing and learning. Being as healthy as you can be is a great idea. But don't make the mistake of thinking everybody needs or wants your unsolicited advice (either diplomatic and derogatory)about what to do with their body. It's out of line. -
Lay off alcohol in the future. A cousin of mine had lapband, lost 140 pounds in a year and then put 80 pounds back on when he realized that if he drank booze, it would negate the sensation of fullness from the lapband and allow him to eat more. Apparently, this is a common thing lapband people make mistakes with (some do on purpose because they miss food) and if you don't drink booze, don't start now. If you do like to have a drink, give it up. Don't even tempt. This isn't about moderation. It's about alcohol defeating the purpose and effectiveness of what you just had done to yourself. I've seen first hand what it can do to someone in your situation.
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...nah, too easy.
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a lot of walking maybe?
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I just never saw the point about criticizing someone about the obvious. I'm sure Harry knows what his problems are and what got him there, without the need for some prick on a talkback thread grandstanding and rubbing it in, yet again. I mean, even if said people are right, there are better ways to treat people. But hey, that's just me.
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Thanks Harry, for doing your part to help with the food shortages around the world.
Now if only the other fat pricks out there would do the same.
Well, I guess Ted Kennedy is doing his part too, dying of brain tumors....
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I used to weigh about 270 and am down to about 190. It's not easy but I applaud you for the steps you are taking...
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I hope you do well with this. I had gastric bypass just under two years ago and have lost 180lb myself. I have been able to go places and do things that would have been unthinkable just a few years ago. It is like being unlocked from the jail that your body has become. The first month after the surgery was pretty rough, but once you see the pounds start to fall off it is pretty amazing. The good new is, you sound like you are doing your part and balancing the new lifestyle with lots of exercise which is the real key to making this work. Work the program, walk the path and reap the rewards, 'cause your best days are officially ahead of you.
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All I see are little red Xs. Where are the pics??
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Use a browser other than Internet Explorer. The pics are there.
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The pictures aren't coming up for some reason. Good work, not so big man (and soon to be even smaller). And there's nothing like a mouthy fucker like Fleet to inspire you to prove them wrong.
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Things found in Harry's stomach during surgery
1. Godfather III (the good version)
2. M Night Shaymlans Talent & artistic credibility
3. The Spec Script for Michael bay's 100 million dollar "Mama's Family" movie
4. A Good Uwe Boll film
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It has now been confirmed that the good Uwe Boll film found in Harry's stomach was in fact only footage of Harry's surgery lost during his stitching. Though the material is hardly passible as cinematic entertainment, it is indisputably of a vastly superior quality to any of the films that actually were directed by Mr. Boll.
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There is NO SUCH THING as "defeating" diabetes Harry. I am a T2 (and SKINNY!) but was over weight when DX'd 4 years ago. I was 225lbs and now 130lbs (5'11") and my blood glucose will still go too high if I eat too many carbs (bread,pasta,colas,etc) but it is a lot better. I was right at the mark when DX'd My HBA1C was at 7%. What was yours? Normal is supposed to be around 4.5% My last one was 5.5% which is fine. Anyways, if you are a diabetic you will always be a diabetic. Just have to watch your diet VERY closely for life!
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Theve's recently discoved that when you get a gastric bypass, diabetes seems to go away. They're starting to try this out on non-obese diabetics. You might want to look in to this data.
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Hello Doc
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Harry,
Hope you get well soon. Now this may seem a bit strange and it's not for you for quite a while but there is actually a workout system out there which laughs at most gym equipment and literally turns you into a real superhero. Check out this link for an example:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zfGNJL3pwOc&feature=related
It's all about functional fitness and often takes no more than 20 minutes a day. It's all free and at:
crossfit.com
It's an open source very cool fitness system used by special forces and the like all run through a website. You can start real slow and work up bit by bit - all the workouts are explained in videos on the site.
Just thought it might rock your boat when the gym gets dull - they always do. Best of luck big man. -
How about an edit button to celebrate your success!
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The YT link doesn't seem to be working. But the CrossFit address comes up just fine, and it's AWESOME. Obviously I'm not Harry, but I want to say thanks for posting that--because yeah, the gym does get dull and CrossFit is set up as the kind of generalist program that I prefer. Cool!!Thanks again!
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Harry,
Although I am slightly older than you, we share a common enjoyment and geek-gasm for certain classic movies. I have always felt that some critics justify their trade by going to a movie to find, and amplify flaws that no standard moviegoer would care about.
In your case, at least 9/10 time, you see the good in films that the audience would see. I don't care if those "Chicago" critics love or hate a film, they don't represent the majority of moviegoers like you do.
You have this wide-eyed enthusiasm for all things cool, not an icy disdain for popular film like the late Pauline Kael, who could find a turd in a pile of diamonds.
I am glad that you have gone forth and chosen a path to greater health. Your life will only improve, despite enjoying it already. I wish you a speedy recovery, and hope you meet your weight goals. Diabetes will be a thing of the past.
I can't wait until the Simpsons catches up and the comic book guy gets a story arc involving laproscopic surgery to unleash his inner stud.
Get well soon Harry, and rock on!
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this is a good thing. Cheers mate.
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Good for you, Harry! I wish you well on your road to recovery. Will you be posting your progress in the coming weeks? I'd be interested to hear how you're doing. My doc is pushing me so hard to get this done, I swear she's getting kickbacks from the company for every patient she sends them. Anyway, glad to hear you're doing well.
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Congrats Harry - this is fantastic! Best of luck going forward!
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at least for now.
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Your split-open abdomen and gnarly stomach give me hope...for you.
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how is it going?
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there's hope for us fatties!
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Or wasn`t it the miracle fat cure you expected? You realised that a `handsized` portion of burger and fries will still keep the weight on... Three years is enough time for anyone with determination and resolve to get into shape... looking forward to the update.
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