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Natalie — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 09:45:50 -0000

Way to go! I am so excited for all of your adventures in life. And your attitude is continually inspiring. VEGETARIAN caught my eye.

You see, my husband (Justin) and I leave on September 30th to backpack to various countries around the world for a year or so. We are both vegetarians. That should make eating while in the certain areas of the world more difficult.

As we have been planning for our adventure we have been updating a blog. www.nomadbackpackers.com We would love to have other opinions, ideas, encouragement, advice, helpful tips, and more left as comments.

Thanks,
Natalie

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laurab — Sat, 30 Aug 2008 12:47:32 -0000

Hi Sandra
Love you too and think about you often. I saw that you can't come to the NYC meet-up and I will miss you! Since we live at opposites states of NYC we should make a date to meet in the city one of these days. Hope you are well!!!!!
xoxo
Laura

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Busubwayrider — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 16:22:48 -0000

Love your website and your blog, Kris - ordering a Wellness shower etc. today! Thank you for arranging a special deal with them.
So I'm in LA, and I loved reading that you found us not too lame in the raw food service department. We Rawve LA!
You wrote that no one in LA uses public transportation or walks - that may be true on the surface, certainly on the westside, but the little known fact is that over a million and a half people use public transportation in LA every day (ok, a little less on weekends) - I know I do, as do millions of others who don't own a car. An invisible majority? Quite possibly..

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sheila McThenia — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 07:54:31 -0000

Hey Kris,
Wanted to thank you for your help on my journey to healing. Our local paper did an article on breast cancer profiling me -- and it mentioned my veganism (although left out wheatgrass/juicing) and my running (shake your a-- --although left out my running stadium steps) and me going back to graduate school (although left out taking neurobiology while on chemo and now organic chemistry.) But, the reporter did a good job of capturing my "Go for it" attitude, so I wanted to take a minute and thank you for your books, your site, and your message. My favorite part of the interview is when I say "Now, when I wake up in the middle of the night, I don't worry about cancer,' SHE LAUGHS, "I think, oh my gosh, I have so much to learn."
Thank you for being one of the the wonderful blessings that have given me courage to live -- really live.
http://www.orlandosentinel....
With a grateful heart,
Sheila

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linda ayotte — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 21:55:06 -0000

Type your comment here.
Kris,
When I heard you were coming to California I thoutht I might see you at the raw food expo in Fort Bragg.(hosted by Living Light Culinary Institute) It is a great event you might want to check out next year.
I'm going to suggest they invite you as a speaker.
Thanks for your inspiration!!
Linda

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Judy Walls — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 07:36:26 -0000

Kris, Thanks for the tips on the cookbooks. I've yet to find a raw restaurant in my neck of the woods, but now feel inspired to create my own piece of heaven in my kitchen.

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heather — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 23:31:52 -0000

I just had dinner there tonight. It's fantastic! A few raw dishes, plenty of vegan and loads of vegetarian. Yum, yum, yum. I've been MIA here for so long but just stopped by the ol' front porch to see how you ladies are doing. Glad to see that everyone is well. Big love, *heather*

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sandrajoseph — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 11:53:33 -0000

Laura, I'm so, SO happy for you and your family and the awesome changes everyone has made. I know there are many of us out here who wish so much that we could get our families on board with this diet/lifestyle. Thanks for your beautiful post. I love you, girl!
xoxo-
Sandra

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Callie — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 11:24:05 -0000

Hey folks out in csc land.. I have lost a friend and need to find him.. Has anyone seen or heard from Clint he has dropped off csl and haven't heard him peep up on csc so if anyone has heard from oh Huggy Bear let me know.. thanks Callie

Clint if you busy on a case and figuring out if some murdering nut job is guilty.. he is so peep in and say hello...hhaa Miss you. Callie

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laurab — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 07:20:56 -0000

I keep trying make another post and it won't take.....try again!

I have missed you all as I have been away from the bright lights and keyboard buttons while enjoying the end of the lazy days of summer and vacation time with my family. It has been a wonderful summer me and for my family. My 2 year canServary came and went and was honored with tremendous love from my joyous family. My husband and I also proudly participated in the Pan Mass Challenge, a 2-day/180 mile bike ride for the Dana Farber Cancer Institute. Not only did we have a wonderful time, but it was so humbling to be part of something so much bigger than just a bike ride. I took you all with me, so in true spirit this Crazy Sexy family was part of it too. We helped raised a lot of money that will go directly to cancer research and treatment at the Dana Farber. This year the event is expected to raise $34 million, yup, that is right $34 million directly for cancer research and treatment. It was amazing, inspiring and life changing. It was the first of many for me....anyone interested in riding in the future? Anyone already riding? My husband wrote a beautiful letter posted on my PMC page, check it out. http://www.pmc.org/mypmc/pr...

My family and kids also had a summer of milestones and fun, but I am most proud that my kids have named the green smoothie "Shrek;s Drink" and now drink them. I make the standard Key Lime Smoothie and love drinking them with my kids. Yup, my 3 year old asks for them and giggles as he sips it down with a straw. My 6 year old pretends not to like them, but when he finishes it without an argument he isn't really fooling anyone. My dad detoxed this summer and has converted his lifestyle and now has his blood pressure well under control. My sister and nephew are drinking smoothies, well my sister is and has gone veg-head. My baby nephew's smoothies are his baby food but is on the wagon without even knowing it! I noticed throughout the summer my husband has fully converted. He has always supported me and helped me stay true to my diet and lifestyle, but he really ran home this summer with his food choices. You know you have people hooked when the ENTIRE family comes to visit and we have green smoothies all around for breakfast and for an afternoon snack before a colorful vegetarian dinner, I love it! I love the health and vitality of my family. Thanks for the continued inspiration to maintain the peace, love and green veggies! So glad to be back!

PS: Kris, I am working on childcare for the weekend of Kripalu. My husband will be traveling but I intend to make it to this one! What could be better, Kripalu and CS-bootcamp in one weekend....will keep you posted and once I have it worked out I will register.

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Laura — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 07:00:26 -0000

I just wrote a post before the one above but it didn't get posted.....wow, I have been away from my computer for a while and certainly missed a lot! While I was enjoying be far from the bright lights and keyboard buttons and enjoying the last of the lazy days of summer and vacation time with my family, I have been thinking a lot about this group. This summer was a great one for me! My 2 year canserversary came and went and was honored with lots of love and spirit from my joyous family. My husband and I also took part in the Pan-Mass Challenge, a 2-day/180 mile bike ride for cancer research at the Dana Farber Cancer Institute. I am so proud to be part of something so much bigger than a bike ride. We not only had a fabulous time, but helped raise a lot of money for this magical event. This year alone the event is expected to raise $34 million, yup, that is right $34 million that goes directly to cancer research and treatments at the Dana Farber. Truly amazing, inspiring and life changing to say the least. This was the 1st of many for me.....anyone interested in riding in the future? Anyone already riding? Here is a link to my page, check it out, my husband wrote a beautiful letter. http://www.pmc.org/mypmc/pr...
My kids showed tremendous growth and made some milestones this summer, but I am most proud that they now call green smoothies "Shrek's Drink" AND indulge in them. ( I make the standard Key Lime smoothie. )That's right, my 3 year old actually asks for Shrek's Drink and my 6 year old WILL drink it. He pretends to not like it, but when he finishes it up he can't really be fooling anyone. My sister and dad are drinking them as is my baby nephew, well his is baby food, but he can't resist either. Love it! Love to see to see the health and vitality in my family. Thanks to all for the inspiration to maintain the health, love and green veggies!

I am happy to be back and will find time to catch up on all the happenings!
xoxo

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Laura — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 00:55:28 -0000

What a fabulous adventure and yummy food! Fabulous inspiration!

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granola — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 23:08:38 -0000

Hi!
I haven't left a blog comment in a long time, but I've been reading right along. Sounds like you had an awesome time in LA! I have never been to a raw restaurant & would love to go to one. I bought Everyday Raw just last week! Awesome book & it has wonderful pix of the food. Looks like I need to buy a dehydrator!

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Amy — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 14:43:36 -0000

Dear Kris,

How do I start? I am turning 25 this October. You are an inspiration to me. I don't have cancer, but I live in fear of getting it every single day. I have depression, anxiety, and chronic hives that I wish to use as my gurus for changing my life and truly healing. I saw you on Oprah, and I watch the trailer of your film almost every day. I have had a deep fear of death for almost my entire life that keeps me stuck in fear. When I see your tailer and how vibrant and wonderful you are as well as downright frightened, I find comfort. I hope that the depression, anxiety, fear of death and hives can one day become my guru as you have embraced your own destiny. Keep on keeping on. Have you read Louise Hay's book "You can Heal your Life"? Is very good for positive affirmation-Louise herself had cancer and healed herself completely-she is now in her eighties!! Take care of yourself, as I know you are already doing.

Love, hugs and veggie salads,
Amy

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nealywyo — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 20:40:17 -0000

Kris,
I've been wanting to contact you with so many questions, especially about the hippocrates "no sugar" for cancer patients, meaning no fruit! I read your book after being diagnosed and not too far along i decided to go to Florida. I just returned from the 3 week program at hippocrates with all the tools i need for a mostly raw lifestyle. BUT i see you eating the beautiful desserts im assuming are made with carob and dates and agave or the like. Do you have any suggestions to find recipes for dessert that has only stevia has a sweetener? Im inventing right now, but could use a little direction!

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Callie — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 23:20:34 -0000

Sandra darling.. i will be coming before you know it;... we need some time but we have to get debbie to nyc cause i have to get everyone at once.. i will never get another break.. hahah.. it feels that way.. how is the book love bug... thanks for the room if the storm builds you may get a guest way sooner than you thought.. love you all callie

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tamara ZumMallen — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 21:54:33 -0000

If I were to caption this photo of Brian with the girls, it would be: "Brunettes line up to my right...blondes to the left!"
Peace.
Tamara

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Gina — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:44:10 -0000

I have only been to your blog a couple times but I had a question I was hoping you could help me with. My sister ended her radiation and chemo in feb. her radiation was in her neck and she was unable to swallow for months. She is in physical therapy now to help with that but is still on her feeding tube :( She is a young beautiful mommy of three and really wants to get rid of her tube. She needs to be consuming 1800-2000 calories a day before they will remove it, but still has a hard time swallowing a whole lot, and her weight is wavering around 100lbs Do you have an ideas for protien and calorie dense smoothies?

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sandrajoseph — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 11:02:36 -0000

Dale Susan- Now I'm the one throwing you off...oops! My middle name is Kristine. LAST name is Joseph! (I'm a girl, girl!!) HA! xoxo.

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Debbie — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 22:09:22 -0000

Callie, you are so sweet! I say go see Sandra, go to the New York meet up and get some LOVE!!!!
you give so much girl, you need to get too!
love you deb
and you too sweet Sandra!

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YOUVGOTDALE — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 20:03:58 -0000

SJ:
Didn't mean to throw you off. Funny, right? I need to start signing with my middle name like you do.
DaleSusan

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sandrajoseph — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 17:54:31 -0000

There's also the very yummy very vegetarian Chicago Diner in Boys Town.

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sandrajoseph — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 17:53:03 -0000

Callie, if you ever want to make a trip to NYC for a posse meeting, you just get your cute self on a plane and stay in my guest room, girl!

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Stephanie — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 17:34:11 -0000

Kris,
I just found your blog recently and just have to comment. I am a blogger who has been writing about books for two years now. I'm also a 35 year old Mom of two who is awaiting a biopsy to determine if I have breast cancer. I've been proactive with regards to having yearly mammograms since breast cancer runs in my family. Once my biopsy results are in I plan on writing about my experiences, regardless if it is cancer or not, on my blog, but since I haven't mentioned it yet I didn't want to link publicly on my blog here. Anyway, I just finished reading your first book Crazy Sexy Cancer Tips and am really impressed! I plan on writing a review about your lovely book on my blog, probably posting it around the end of September. Would please e-mail me at wordblog(at)verizon(dot)net so I could ask you a question regarding your book and promoting it on my blog? Thanks.
Stephanie

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Ingrid — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 16:14:34 -0000

Kris and Brian, it was a great pleasure to meet you, hang out and dine at Cru (thanks to and thank you for inviting me). I had a wonderful time getting to know you both and the lovely group of ladies from CSL.

I'm glad you had a chance to explore L.A. and hit up some of the great raw restaurants. I haven't heard of Real Food Daily, now I have to check it out. Yeah, just like the song says (Missing Persons) nobody walks in L.A. This is darn near truth. Does it count that we have to walk to get to our cars?

Glad you are safely back at your nest and I hope we will have a chance to meet again soon.

All the best to you both! Hugs!!!