Lively Case Discussion #592 3/22 - 3/26/2007

[IBE]

CNN  60 mil cans, pouches... Dr. Murph ( Vet) says... as older animals,  cann ed food can help because of its water content.. other opt of can food out there?? she was asked... don't stick just to dry....if have bought recalled food go to your Vet

symptoms... damage without knowing (my word) would have increased drinking of water, vomiting, unexplained weight loss, anerxia (sp?)

Heck... via IBE.. I am looking into making my own pet food.. I think I saw a thread on it in the lounge

[thecuz]

so this wordofwisdom is a regular poster on ru? he is american?
our resident travel agent....BOC....wish he could have been there to counter travel agents pushing aruba

[klaasend]

Posted by ******* at BFN (I'm sure he'll post this on the front page of SM as well)

Well Heres my experience today:

First off I am soo proud to be in Boston Today!!Dave and Beth..You two are a huge inspiration for me!! Please keep up the fight!! We are here for you and we will never give up hope.

I think just being there we had a big effect. I could tell by the looks on peoples faces as they approached me. Kind of like seeing a old friend...Not all of course but enough  Alot were there for the freebees. Some wanted to know what they could do to help and be involved..Some just said they will never go to Aruba they know the story.. Other's had questions some had horror stories. Even had some food service guy at one time telling Natlees story to some canadian. Some lady in this mercedez stopped in traffic was jabbin her husband,goin nuts,pointing and obviously stunned. She was blocking traffic so I spent about 5 seconds with her giving her the handouts. I could see the tears in her eyes as she said justice for natalee and drove off. It seemed like the women were most Interested but a few men said Im here for ya my brother 100%.

I wish we had a thousand bumberstickers and more news coverage as I didnt want to leave at all. I know we made a diffrence but the potential is completely untapped..If we can get some news coverage from local boston stations that would be enormous!!! I cant tell you guys what a huge market the Northeast is for Aruba. The ATA went all out for this one!!

Alot of people of course asked if I was related to the family. I had to explain that I was just a volunteer. Wasnt like me to be standing out in the cold in Boston protesting. But I am outraged and if you saw what this family went through you would be too. I told them to look into Natalee's story and they will be shocked at the injustice.

We were all real gentle today in how we talked and why we were protesting today. Most everyone knows Natalee but not everyone knows the true injustice. Alot were stunned that they havent found Natalee. I think everyone realizes that it was paulus and his connections, the Govt and not the good people of aruba. Even some of the ATA told us that. All in all a good day.

BTW: I did go to the aruba booth. I didnt talk to them in great detail about Natalee as two of the bloggers had a chat yesterday. But what they said pretty much was a bit surprising. I will let the other blogger tell ya as I dont want to get words mixed up. All in all they were nice people. Although only one person argued with me today and made a outrageous comment comparing what happened with Natalee is comparison to Our president.  She happened to be some blonde working for ATA. Funny too cause I had a aruba brochure and Ia guy came up to me and complained about her..lol

[Angiex911dsptchr]

so this wordofwisdom is a regular poster on ru? he is american?
our resident travel agent....BOC....wish he could have been there to counter travel agents pushing aruba

    BOC needs to do a fly by!  

[NM]

Angie,
I was working my butt off and just able to lurk, then just when I was about done my work I got the flu, the FLU! haven’t had that since I was little. Couldn't even lurk then, b/c work, sleep. Getting better. Hope things are great your way.

San
thanks for the Line up tip.

IBE
that woman on cnn just confused me about really wet food and other canned food. They all just say ask your vet.  I think I'm going to make Max's food. All my pets growing up ate table food and lived long healthy lives.

Kat
No wonder you can't drink anymore.  Mezcale! Whew!

[Angiex911dsptchr]

Angie,
I was working my butt off and just able to lurk, then just when I was about done my work I got the flu, the FLU! haven’t had that since I was little. Couldn't even lurk then, b/c work, sleep. Getting better. Hope things are great your way.

San
thanks for the Line up tip.

IBE
that woman on cnn just confused me about really wet food and other canned food. They all just say ask your vet.  I think I'm going to make Max's food. All my pets growing up ate table food and lived long healthy lives.

Kat
No wonder you can't drink anymore.  Mezcale! Whew!

   

  sorry you were sick and hope you are feeling better!!

[mishy]

I have FOX news on downstairs and I keep hearing Natalee's name mentioned...dunno what they're talking about. Can someone fill me in? TIA!

[klaasend]

LINEUP NOW

[Kat_Gram]

Kat
No wonder you can't drink anymore.  Mezcale! Whew!
Those were the days when my system just shook stuff off.
Brought a whole bottle back ( didn't get confiscated ) and my Dad drank it . Not all at once 'cause he lived till he was 81.
Anyway, it sounds as if Boston was a good thing and the Monkeys and I knew they would were respectful and polite and informative to all they came in contact with. Sure the ATA will be telling a story ot two when they go back. Hope there is news coverage in that area.

[klaasend]

It was a rehash of everything that has happened to this point.  Glad Kimberly showed it, keeps Natalee's name in the news.

[igsigs]

Good NH segment on FOX.

But GVC? Guido a better fit to the story, IMO.

[San]

They are basically giving a recap of what happened in Aruba.  They keep showing Joran and the Kalpoes in handcuffs.

They are also showing the number to the Tipline (877) 628-2533 saying if you have any information please call.  There is a million dollar reward for the whereabouts of Natalee Holloway and there is a $250,000 reward to solve this case.

This is good because it keeps it in the news.

[klaasend]

Good NH segment on FOX.

But GVC? Guido a better fit to the story, IMO.

Interresting Guido was left out huh?

[IndyDan]

Poster Wordsofwisdom appears to have gone to the Boston Travel show.  This is what he said about the protesters as posted at RU:


Here's the real deal.

There are 5 of them.
1 with a HUGE sign.
2 with little itty bitty signs.
1 with a Natalee T-Shirt.

They are quiet, but answered questions.
Until the channel 7 camera showed up.
They yelled in unison something about "Justice for Natalee". Then went quiet again.

When they were inside the premises, (cost 10 bucks each) they were quiet and respectful, and did NOT harrass anyone. They knew better.

Aruba was the first booth as you walked in.
They had a 360 degree booth so that it was accessible as you entered and exited the main doors. There were 5 "manned" counters- each with 2 people. At each "corner" of their booth area (and no where else other than the front door) were stationed security dudes. They were plain clothed (suits) but it was obvious why they were standing there with their hands folded in front of them.

The people at the booths were both Aruba residents (reps from hotels) , and American travel agents. I spoke with the Aruban reps and came away just dying to go to Aruba. I already love those people, they were so helpful and kind. (and happy!)

(snipped)

WordsofWisdom translated:
5 who took it upon themselves to represent the thousands of potential tourists who have decided never again to vistit Aruba until there is some kind of justice for Natalee.  They had one large sign, 2 little signs and one Tshirt, but I took notice so no doubt all the other attendees did too. Damn that one large sign!
"they were quiet but answered questions- blah blah"  They were very respectful and stated the facts about how Aruba covered up the rape and murder of Natalee Holloway, no matter how hard we tried we couldn't get them into a smackdown.
Aruba was the first booth as you walked in  So the 5 justice seekers message was fresh on everyone's mind as they walked past the Aruban beggars booth.
security dudes Not to be confused with the same type of security dudes at the casinos or bars protecting tourists from the young Dutch boys who prey on them.
I love these people they were so helpful and kind I'm a cheap ass who could care less that a bright young American tourist girl was kidnapped, raped and murdered, I'm just looking for a bargain vacation.

[IndyDan]

Good NH segment on FOX.

But GVC? Guido a better fit to the story, IMO.

Interresting Guido was left out huh?

Guido is protected.

[NM]

IBE thanks for the translation form cnn on the pet food.  I did some reseach on making your own food I'll have to find it and will post any info.

That was a good piece of Natalee, and yes, funny that guido was left out. hummmm

I hope the people from the Boston show were eaing dinner in a local bar and saw that piece.

Angie, yes getting better.

See you guys tomorrow. G'nite wonderful Monkeys!!!!!

[San]

Good NH segment on FOX.

But GVC? Guido a better fit to the story, IMO.

Interresting Guido was left out huh?

Guido is protected.

Seems that Guido has more protection than Joran.

[IndyDan]

Good NH segment on FOX.

But GVC? Guido a better fit to the story, IMO.

Interresting Guido was left out huh?

Guido is protected.

Seems that Guido has more protection than Joran.

Apparently Arlene is better connected than the SweatMeister.  Or at least her family/their  ties are deeper rooted in the seedy underworld of the criminal element.

[Kat_Gram]

Spring Break is next week ( well,here ) and I hope that there isn't alot of traffic from Boston to Aruba.
I am gone too. PPL over for breakfast. Why does my mouth open and say stupid things like Come here for breakfast ? Early. WTF is wrong with me ? I'm a night hawk.

[San]

Good NH segment on FOX.

But GVC? Guido a better fit to the story, IMO.

Interresting Guido was left out huh?

Guido is protected.

Seems that Guido has more protection than Joran.

Apparently Arlene is better connected than the SweatMeister.  Or at least her family/their  ties are deeper rooted in the seedy underworld of the criminal element.

Yes she is one of the biggest sneaks of all.  To think she had her ugly mug on TV every night making like she was so concerned and trying to explain the laws because we don't understand their law .  And all the time helping her murdering cousin Guido.