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Title: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: formerlurker on June 12, 2011, 06:39:59 AM
First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released

By Boston Herald/Associated Press
Sunday, June 12, 2011

(http://multimedia.heraldinteractive.com/images/20110612/8d8c26_gab.jpg)(http://multimedia.heraldinteractive.com/images/20110612/338443_giff.jpg)

PHOENIX — The first photos of Rep. Gabrielle Giffords since she was shot in the head in a mass shooting in Tucson about five months ago were released early Sunday.

http://bostonherald.com/news/national/southwest/view/20110612first_photos_of_gabrielle_giffords_released/


She looks great.  Wishing her continued success in her recovery!!
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: whiffleball on June 12, 2011, 06:53:56 AM
I'm glad for her and her family and hope for a 100% turnaround. 
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: BlueStateSaint on June 12, 2011, 08:23:50 AM
I'm going to echo both of your sentiments.  She does look great, and I also hope for a 100% recovery.

(Can't wait to see the DUmbshits try to spin this into "hate" directed at her.)
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: longview on June 12, 2011, 09:20:11 AM
Fantastic.  So good to see that she is smiling.  Prayer up for continued recovery.  What an ordeal for her and her family.
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: Doktor Howl on June 12, 2011, 10:38:07 AM
Wow.
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: cottondress on June 12, 2011, 11:01:58 AM
She looks terrific...that is one strong woman...best wishes for continued progress.
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: catsmtrods on June 12, 2011, 11:59:51 AM
I bet her loved ones love to see that smile! God bless her.
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: compaqxp on June 12, 2011, 12:13:11 PM
Good for her! It's great to see she's made such a good recovery.
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: WinOne4TheGipper on June 12, 2011, 12:39:14 PM
She's been through hell, but she looks wonderful.  We can only pray that she gets back to 100%.
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: delilahmused on June 12, 2011, 12:43:17 PM
Just beautiful! What an amazing recovery she's made! Incredible woman! God bless her.

Cindie
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: rubliw on June 12, 2011, 02:19:01 PM
Well guys.... I just got banned for an extended period of time at the other conservative board, for saying this....   but damn it if it doesn't need to be said:

I don't think she will go back to congress either...

But if she does, c'mon fellow republicans, she's a D (and I don't mean bra size!)

Put her in the crosshairs, take aim, and shoot!


I really am sorry for my comments though.... St. Palin doesnt deserve that kind of ridicule.
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: BEG on June 12, 2011, 02:46:53 PM
Well guys.... I just got banned for an extended period of time at the other conservative board, for saying this....   but damn it if it doesn't need to be said:

I don't think she will go back to congress either...

But if she does, c'mon fellow republicans, she's a D (and I don't mean bra size!)

Put her in the crosshairs, take aim, and shoot!


I really am sorry for my comments though.... St. Palin doesnt deserve that kind of ridicule.

What is wrong with you?
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: BEG on June 12, 2011, 02:48:08 PM
She looks great, I hope she continues to recover at the rate she has been.
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: Doc on June 12, 2011, 02:49:30 PM
Well guys.... I just got banned for an extended period of time at the other conservative board, for saying this....   but damn it if it doesn't need to be said:

I don't think she will go back to congress either...

But if she does, c'mon fellow republicans, she's a D (and I don't mean bra size!)

Put her in the crosshairs, take aim, and shoot!


I really am sorry for my comments though.... St. Palin doesnt deserve that kind of ridicule.

Wilbur....I've already banned one idiot this afternoon don't make me do it again.

The bolded portion of your comments could be interpreted as a threat of personal harm if taken literally.  I can certainly see why such action was taken on another forum.  Particularly in light of the congresswoman's personal circumstances.  (R or D, we don't allow threats even in jest here)

Don't do it again......this will be your only warning

doc
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: Ptarmigan on June 12, 2011, 03:10:26 PM
Good to hear that.

As for Jared Loughner, I hope he gets irradiated with nuclear radiation.
 :bird: :bird: :bird: :bird: :bird: :bird:
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: debk on June 12, 2011, 03:52:52 PM
She looks terrific, and what a beautiful smile she has...it just radiates!

Prayers for her continued recovery and hoping she will be able to continue to represent Arizona, as she seems to be a good person who was devoted to her job and her constituents. Those people are hard to find, regardless of their political party.

Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: compaqxp on June 12, 2011, 03:54:32 PM
Well guys.... I just got banned for an extended period of time at the other conservative board, for saying this....   but damn it if it doesn't need to be said:

I don't think she will go back to congress either...

But if she does, c'mon fellow republicans, she's a D (and I don't mean bra size!)

Put her in the crosshairs, take aim, and shoot!


I really am sorry for my comments though.... St. Palin doesnt deserve that kind of ridicule.

I guess you have no filter in your mind. You ought to think before you post something.

She looks terrific, and what a beautiful smile she has...it just radiates!

Prayers for her continued recovery and hoping she will be able to continue to represent Arizona, as she seems to be a good person who was devoted to her job and her constituents. Those people are hard to find, regardless of their political party.



Very true.
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: Eupher on June 12, 2011, 04:27:48 PM
Well guys.... I just got banned for an extended period of time at the other conservative board, for saying this....   but damn it if it doesn't need to be said:

I don't think she will go back to congress either...

But if she does, c'mon fellow republicans, she's a D (and I don't mean bra size!)

Put her in the crosshairs, take aim, and shoot!


I really am sorry for my comments though.... St. Palin doesnt deserve that kind of ridicule.

That's full-blown self-admitted confirmation that you are a lunatic. Insofar as you being a "republican" -- assuming you mean a member of that particular political party -- you're about as far removed from Repubs politically as the rest of us are from the moon.

I'm not a mod on this board, but if I were and you made a statement like that, I'd ban your ass too.

Making statements like that is not only wrong, there could very well be legal implications as well. Communicating a threat of that type -- as harmless as it might seem -- isn't received in the same manner in which it was delivered.

You're a ****ing nut job, wilbur, and you should be ashamed of yourself.
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: Eupher on June 12, 2011, 04:29:49 PM
She looks terrific, and what a beautiful smile she has...it just radiates!

Prayers for her continued recovery and hoping she will be able to continue to represent Arizona, as she seems to be a good person who was devoted to her job and her constituents. Those people are hard to find, regardless of their political party.


Ditto, and a fervent hope for a complete recovery.

Looking at that picture is a thumb in the eye to Loughner.
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: Ptarmigan on June 12, 2011, 04:32:55 PM
Well guys.... I just got banned for an extended period of time at the other conservative board, for saying this....   but damn it if it doesn't need to be said:

I don't think she will go back to congress either...

But if she does, c'mon fellow republicans, she's a D (and I don't mean bra size!)

Put her in the crosshairs, take aim, and shoot!


I really am sorry for my comments though.... St. Palin doesnt deserve that kind of ridicule.

Can you cite any of the things you say? If I was a mod, I would ban you.
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: TVDOC on June 12, 2011, 04:35:19 PM
Can you cite any of the things you say? If I was a mod, I would ban you.

I came close.......very close.

doc
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: Ptarmigan on June 12, 2011, 04:36:40 PM
I came close.......very close.

doc

Yeah. Why would anyone even speculate if Gifford is going to return? That's not even on anyone's mind.
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: rich_t on June 12, 2011, 04:52:08 PM
Yeah. Why would anyone even speculate if Gifford is going to return? That's not even on anyone's mind.

Actually, it has crossed my mind a time or two.

But I am glad she is doing well and I wish her a full recovery.
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: Revolution on June 12, 2011, 04:54:04 PM
Keep progressing, Gabrielle! We're all rooting for you.

I was just wondering though, why is her hair dark now? I remember seeing it in pictures as blonde.
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: NHSparky on June 12, 2011, 05:19:17 PM
Well guys.... I just got banned

Flush his ass worthless troll ass already.

God bless Gabby and her family.
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: rubliw on June 12, 2011, 05:50:13 PM
That's full-blown self-admitted confirmation that you are a lunatic. Insofar as you being a "republican" -- assuming you mean a member of that particular political party -- you're about as far removed from Repubs politically as the rest of us are from the moon.

I'm not a mod on this board, but if I were and you made a statement like that, I'd ban your ass too.

Making statements like that is not only wrong, there could very well be legal implications as well. Communicating a threat of that type -- as harmless as it might seem -- isn't received in the same manner in which it was delivered.

You're a ****ing nut job, wilbur, and you should be ashamed of yourself.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qs75zKxJxVY

Its pretty interesting around the 2:15 mark
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: BEG on June 12, 2011, 06:04:22 PM
Keep progressing, Gabrielle! We're all rooting for you.

I was just wondering though, why is her hair dark now? I remember seeing it in pictures as blonde.

Because they probably had to shave her head and this is her natural color.
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: Chris on June 12, 2011, 06:31:28 PM
Well guys.... I just got banned for an extended period of time at the other conservative board, for saying this....   but damn it if it doesn't need to be said:

I don't think she will go back to congress either...

But if she does, c'mon fellow republicans, she's a D (and I don't mean bra size!)

Put her in the crosshairs, take aim, and shoot!


I really am sorry for my comments though.... St. Palin doesnt deserve that kind of ridicule.

Your participation is no longer welcome here.  Goodbye.
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: namvet on June 12, 2011, 06:41:21 PM
she's one lucky gal. Phelps and terrorist gang were susposed to show up at hubby's launching.
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: Evil_Conservative on June 12, 2011, 07:11:31 PM
She still looks gorgeous.
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: BannedFromDU on June 12, 2011, 07:13:42 PM
Because they probably had to shave her head and this is her natural color.

I knew Gabby rather well in the early 90's and her hair is naturally dark brown.
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: Ptarmigan on June 12, 2011, 07:15:02 PM
she's one lucky gal. Phelps and terrorist gang were susposed to show up at hubby's launching.

Phelps and his gangs belong in Hell with Osama bin Laden.  :-) :fuelfire:
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: Lacarnut on June 12, 2011, 09:18:25 PM
She looks great & I hope she continues to improve.
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: thelaughingman on June 12, 2011, 09:48:05 PM
Well guys.... I just got banned for an extended period of time at the other conservative board, for saying this....   but damn it if it doesn't need to be said:

I don't think she will go back to congress either...

But if she does, c'mon fellow republicans, she's a D (and I don't mean bra size!)

Put her in the crosshairs, take aim, and shoot!


I really am sorry for my comments though.... St. Palin doesnt deserve that kind of ridicule.

Please go f uck a jet engine on full-throttle.
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: dandi on June 12, 2011, 10:34:05 PM
Well guys.... I just got banned for an extended period of time at the other conservative board, for saying this....   but damn it if it doesn't need to be said:

I don't think she will go back to congress either...

But if she does, c'mon fellow republicans, she's a D (and I don't mean bra size!)

Put her in the crosshairs, take aim, and shoot!


I really am sorry for my comments though.... St. Palin doesnt deserve that kind of ridicule.

See ya, dickhead.
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: sybilll on June 12, 2011, 11:41:21 PM
Please go f uck a jet engine on full-throttle.
No F'ing way that was a Conservative.  An anarchist, or supremacist, but, not a Conservative.  Speaking only for myself, I would never, ever consider a seat pick-up over the health of a Congresswoman recovering from being shot in the head.   :bird:
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: BEG on June 12, 2011, 11:43:54 PM
No F'ing way that was a Conservative.  An anarchist, or supremacist, but, not a Conservative.  Speaking only for myself, I would never, ever consider a seat pick-up over the health of a Congresswoman recovering from being shot in the head.   :bird:

He is a DUmmie
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: dandi on June 13, 2011, 09:33:21 AM
No F'ing way that was a Conservative. 

Little Nazi bitch boy wilbur is no Conservative.  He likes to think he's many things (intelligent, relevant, thoughtful, educated, etc.), but in reality he's nothing more than a pseudo-intellectual lib attempting to look down his nose at his betters.
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: Boudicca on June 13, 2011, 10:11:52 AM
As one of Congresswoman Giffords' constituents, I probably have a more vested interest in her health and the issue of whether or not she is fit to return to duty than anyone else here.  While I wholeheartedly wish her all the best for a complete recovery, it is obvious that she is not going to be in a condition anytime soon to resume her congressional duties.  This leaves my district unrepresented in Congress.  Congressmen already only get a short 2-year term, much of which they seem to spend campaigning for their next 2-year term.  She's already been out of commission for 5 months. 

As a fellow human being, I reiterate that I hope she recovers completely and I certainly wish NONE of this had happened.  The fact that her attacker is currently getting away with murder, including that of the little girl, pisses me off no end.  He may NEVER be charged, due to his mental condition, which I personally think is complete and utter bullshit.   :fuelfire:

As someone who lives in her District, I wish I had a voice in Congress.  Maybe it's only a symbolic voice, but unfortunately it's the only voice I have, except for the AZ Senators, who are tasked with representing the entire state, not just my little part.


http://www.azcentral.com/news/articles/2011/06/09/20110609gabrielle-giffords-health-issues-revealed.html
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: Eupher on June 13, 2011, 10:33:31 AM
As one of Congresswoman Giffords' constituents, I probably have a more vested interest in her health and the issue of whether or not she is fit to return to duty than anyone else here.  While I wholeheartedly wish her all the best for a complete recovery, it is obvious that she is not going to be in a condition anytime soon to resume her congressional duties.  This leaves my district unrepresented in Congress.  Congressmen already only get a short 2-year term, much of which they seem to spend campaigning for their next 2-year term.  She's already been out of commission for 5 months.  

As a fellow human being, I reiterate that I hope she recovers completely and I certainly wish NONE of this had happened.  The fact that her attacker is currently getting away with murder, including that of the little girl, pisses me off no end.  He may NEVER be charged, due to his mental condition, which I personally think is complete and utter bullshit.   :fuelfire:

As someone who lives in her District, I wish I had a voice in Congress.  Maybe it's only a symbolic voice, but unfortunately it's the only voice I have, except for the AZ Senators, who are tasked with representing the entire state, not just my little part.


http://www.azcentral.com/news/articles/2011/06/09/20110609gabrielle-giffords-health-issues-revealed.html

I can definitely sympathize, though I'm obviously unable to do much more than express that.

The so-called "timetable" of May 2012 is apparently the only yardstick that's being broached right now. I don't have time to research right now, but there surely are congressional rules about lengthy, protracted illnesses of representatives and how their constituents are being represented during those illnesses.

It's pretty clear based on the article that Giffords is not, and probably never will be, fully recovered. We can wish and hope and pray and all of that, but after the brain sustains that much damage it's a miracle she's alive much less a vegetable. And while she's not a vegetable or in a coma, she's not 100%.

The thing is, if Giffords were to run for office today, she'd probably be reelected out of sympathy. And that ain't right either.
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: Ptarmigan on June 13, 2011, 11:15:03 AM
Someone should stick a photo of Gabby Giffords or even better make her show up in person to Jared Loughner and show how much of a failure he is.  :fuelfire:
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: THA HOUSTON PIMP IS IN DA HOUZ! on June 13, 2011, 11:26:24 AM
Well guys.... I just got banned for an extended period of time at the other conservative board, for saying this....   but damn it if it doesn't need to be said:

I don't think she will go back to congress either...

But if she does, c'mon fellow republicans, she's a D (and I don't mean bra size!)

Put her in the crosshairs, take aim, and shoot!


I really am sorry for my comments though.... St. Palin doesnt deserve that kind of ridicule.

I would call you a sack of sh...t but I don't want to insult sacks.

Pissoff, loser.

 :censored:

gifford's recovery is nothing less than a miracle from God.
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: miskie on June 13, 2011, 02:49:38 PM
I am thrilled she is doing as well as she is - and am very happy to see a picture of her that portrays happiness - comparing the image to others I have seen of her suggests to me that Gabby is still Gabby - and that is so important. As to the question if she will serve again, Id say its unlikely - just the PTSD that returning to work is likely to generate would be enough to move all but the strongest or the craziest away.


..oh, and as for the banned buttnugget who posted earlier...bite me.. 
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: Revolution on June 13, 2011, 03:20:29 PM
Because they probably had to shave her head and this is her natural color.

 :thatsright: I guess I had a blonde moment there... :whatever:

I hope her recovery continues to be as rapid as naturally possible, and she is back in congress in no time. (hopefully back in congress)


And indeed she does, Jess!

Quote
He may NEVER be charged, due to his mental condition, which I personally think is complete and utter bullshit.

So what if it IS true that he has a mental disorder. That's no excuse, and I think most here would agree with me. Only those "sympatico" leftist DUmors over on the Island would say different. She shouldn't be in any ward. He shouldn't be in any prison, isolation, etc. He should be 6 feet under ground. The end! That would at least get Gabby justicfe, and eliminate a whole host of other problems for many others.
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: ndh777 on June 14, 2011, 09:33:37 AM
It truly is great to see her smiling and back on her feet. Democratic, Republican, Liberal, or Conservative...we're all humans deep down.

Hopefully she recovers soon!
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: THA HOUSTON PIMP IS IN DA HOUZ! on June 15, 2011, 01:59:18 PM
Well guys.... I just got banned for an extended period of time at the other conservative board, for saying this....   but damn it if it doesn't need to be said:

I don't think she will go back to congress either...

But if she does, c'mon fellow republicans, she's a D (and I don't mean bra size!)

Put her in the crosshairs, take aim, and shoot!


I really am sorry for my comments though.... St. Palin doesnt deserve that kind of ridicule.


Nice to see the mods took out the trash.

Hey troll, here ya go:
   :bird:
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: Zathras on June 18, 2011, 05:53:09 PM
Well guys.... I just got banned for an extended period of time at the other conservative board, for saying this....   but damn it if it doesn't need to be said:

I don't think she will go back to congress either...

But if she does, c'mon fellow republicans, she's a D (and I don't mean bra size!)

Put her in the crosshairs, take aim, and shoot!


I really am sorry for my comments though.... St. Palin doesnt deserve that kind of ridicule.

Wow, how stupid can wilbur be? He gets banned permenantly at CU for posting this crap and expects it to go unpunished here. What a maroon.
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: Bodadh on June 24, 2011, 11:36:57 PM
Well guys.... I just got banned for an extended period of time at the other conservative board, for saying this....   but damn it if it doesn't need to be said:

I don't think she will go back to congress either...

But if she does, c'mon fellow republicans, she's a D (and I don't mean bra size!)

Put her in the crosshairs, take aim, and shoot!


I really am sorry for my comments though.... St. Palin doesnt deserve that kind of ridicule.

What the hell, dude? You say one tasteless thing on one board and get banned for it so you feel the need to repeat it here? That is messed up.
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: Eupher on June 25, 2011, 09:54:11 AM
What the hell, dude? You say one tasteless thing on one board and get banned for it so you feel the need to repeat it here? That is messed up.

wilbur was shitcanned here after posting that tripe. Wilbur had a long and checkered history here before the axe finally fell. Despite his obfuscating, leftist, socialist, and marxist views, he was tolerated -- until this post came along.
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: Bodadh on June 25, 2011, 09:59:51 AM
wilbur was shitcanned here after posting that tripe. Wilbur had a long and checkered history here before the axe finally fell. Despite his obfuscating, leftist, socialist, and marxist views, he was tolerated -- until this post came along.

It was idiots like that that made me start to remember why I drifted away from boards. :hammer:

Well, back on topic. To be honest I am shocked to see she looks as good as she does. Her doctors must have been incredible.
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: CG6468 on June 25, 2011, 10:52:07 AM
It was idiots like that that made me start to remember why I drifted away from boards. :hammer:

Well, back on topic. To be honest I am shocked to see she looks as good as she does. Her doctors must have been incredible.

The left side of her face does have some problems, though. I'm not surprised, after what she suffered.
Title: Re: First photos of Gabrielle Giffords released
Post by: SaintLouieWoman on June 25, 2011, 11:39:55 AM
wilbur was shitcanned here after posting that tripe. Wilbur had a long and checkered history here before the axe finally fell. Despite his obfuscating, leftist, socialist, and marxist views, he was tolerated -- until this post came along.
Sometimes you can only tolerate so much. Good for the Cave for showing him the door.