Ron Cusano

Hi All! We are having our next meeting of the Long Island Lap Band Support Group in East Northport on the first Wed. of October. All are welcome. If you would like to be added to our e-mail list for announcements, please send me your e-mail address. Blessings, Ron

I have no problem with Muslims aside from my spiritual differences with their belief system. They have a right to their beliefs weather i think they are right or wrong. My problem is with MILITANT Muslim extreamists that teach conversion to Islam or death to the infidel. Since I am considered one of those infidels, i have a serious problem with it. If you consider this racism, them I guess I am guilty in your eyes. But I don't consider this racism at all.

I respectfully have to disagree with you, as would many other Hebrew scholars withing the messianiac community. You are making a pretty broad statement with no examples to show what you mean. I have the feeling that you are saying what you have been taught without actually seeing for yourself. The truth is, many of the translations are perfectly accurate and have been painstakenly gone over by world reknown experts in Hebrew. That is just plain fact. Can you site at least one example?

I do agree with you that there are some so-called translations that are not accurate at all. In face, some cults have rewritten the scriptures to say what they want them to say. That being said, there are certainly a number of very good and accurate translations, word for word from the hebrew root. As I mentioned earlier, the NASB is about the best. Check it out! If you can find any discrepencies, I would welcome you sharing them with me. Blessings, Ron

Actually, the Bible has been translated into most of the world's languages and is read and studied by people for all countries. I don't know exactly what you read or experienced, but I do know what many of my Jewish friend experienced at the hand of Gentiles who hate Jews for no other reason that them being Jews. I hope you know that all Gentiles are not like that. I am not trying to put you on the spot by asking if you want to communicate with the person I mentioned. I just think that sometimes what we read, we try to understand based upon what we have been taught, rather that based upon an openminded understanding of what is actually said and in what context. This person I referred to argued against Jesus being Messiah for a very long time, using all he had been taught and read. It was against everything he believed in to accept this understanding. But, when he searched Tenach honestly and with an open mind, he had no choice but to accept the truth. It was a very difficult reality for him. He is a very loving and gentle person with a deep love for his Jewish people. He would welcome communication with you. Please consider it.

I completely agree that Tenach is the original Old Testament which was written in Hebrew. Since not everyone speaks Hebrew, scholars translated it into many different languages. As to it's accuracy, since I don't read or write Hebrew, I would be at a disadvantage argueing the point with you, but I would be happy to put you in touch with someone who could intelligently discuss it with you. He came from an othodox background, studied under orthodox Rabbi's, speaks and writes Hebrew fluently, and has come to the conclusion, as have many, many open minded Jews, that Yeshua, Jesus, is the Messiah spoken of by the hebrew prophets. If you would like to send me your e-mail address, I will ask him to write to so so you can discuss it. Please let me know.

As I am sure that you know, there are many different Bibles out there; some good some less than good. There are the paraphrased bibles that I shy away from because they are the writers explanation of what is being said, rather that a word by word translation. The most accurate word by word translation out there in plain English is the New American Standard Version (NASB). I has Jewish friends that are very fluent reading and writing Hebrew, and they attest to this wholeheartedly. The New King James is also a good translation in plain English. I consider both the Old Testament ( the Tenach) and the New Testament (The Brit Hadassah ) to be the Bible; The inspired Word of God. Both written by Jews, for Jews and about the Jewish Messiah. The Old Testament covers the dispensation of The Law, while the New Testament covers the dispensation of Grace, which was foretold by the Hebrew prophet Jeremiah (Read Jeremiah 31: 31 - 37) which spotlights the atoning work of the Messiah (Read Isaiah 53: 1-12) I hope this answered your question. Blessings, Ron

MARK YOUR CALENDAR!! Hi All! The next meeting of the L.I. Lap-Band Support Group will be tomorrow, Wed., Wed., Oct. 4th, 7:00 PM at "Samantha's Lil Bit Of Heaven", 287 Larkfield Road, East Northport, NY 11731 "Bring Your Own Pot-Luck Dinner"! Very informal - Bring what ever you want to eat, if you so desire! beverages will be provided! If you have been banded, are waiting to be banded, or are thinking about being banded, then this meeting is for you, and you are most welcome! This venue provides us with a private meeting area in a setting that allows quiet conversation and sharing. It is comfortable and homey, and is NOT a religious based meeting. If anyone has question, comments, want to get on our e-mail list, or needs directions, please contact me at 631 864-0814 or by e-mail! Ron

MARK YOUR CALENDAR!! Hi All! The next meeting of the L.I. Lap-Band Support Group will be tomorrow, Wed., Wed., Oct. 4th, 7:00 PM at "Samantha's Lil Bit Of Heaven", 287 Larkfield Road, East Northport, NY 11731 "Bring Your Own Pot-Luck dinner"! Very informal - Bring what ever you want to eat, if you so desire! beverages will be provided! If you have been banded, are waiting to be banded, or are thinking about being banded, then this meeting is for you, and you are most welcome! This venue provides us with a private meeting area in a setting that allows quiet conversation and sharing. It is comfortable and homey, and is NOT a religious based meeting. If anyone has question, comments, want to get on our e-mail list, or needs directions, please contact me at 631 864-0814 or by e-mail! Ron

Hi All! The next meeting of the L.I. Lap-Band Support Group will be tomorrow, Wed., Sept. 5th, 7:00 PM at "Samantha's Lil Bit Of Heaven", 287 Larkfield Road, East Northport, NY 11731 "Bring Your Own Pot-Luck Dinner"! Very informal - Bring what ever you want to eat, if you so desire! Beverages will be provided! If you have been banded, are waiting to be banded, or are thinking about being banded, then this meeting is for you, and you are most welcome! This venue provides us with a private meeting area in a setting that allows quiet conversation and sharing. It is comfortable and homey, and is NOT a religious based meeting. If anyone has question, comments or needs directions, please contact me at 631 864-0814 or by e-mail! Ron

The Next Long Island Lap-Band Support Group Meeting will be on 8/1 at 7PM at Applebee's in North Babylon! I need a head count so I can make a reservation to hold tables so we can all sit together. Please RSVP!! If you are already banded, waiting to be banded or just considering being banded, then this meeting if for YOU! Please come! You are most welcome as are all newcomers! If you have any questions, need directions or know now that you will definitely be coming, please send me a personal e-mail and I will add you to the list. Last meeting we had 18, with many new folks. Let's make this one the best yet! God bless! Ron

Hi All! The next meeting of the L.I. Lap-Band Support Group will be on Wed., Sept. 5th, 7:00 PM at "Samantha's Lil Bit Of Heaven", 287 Larkfield Road, East Northport, NY 11731 "Bring Your Own Pot-Luck Dinner"! Very informal - Bring what ever you want to eat, if you so desire! Beverages will be provided! If you have been banded, are waiting to be banded, or are thinking about being banded, then this meeting is for you, and you are most welcome! This venue provides us with a private meeting area in a setting that allows quiet conversation and sharing. It is comfortable and homey, and is NOT a religious based meeting. If anyone has question, comments or needs directions, please contact me at 631 864-0814 or by e-mail! Ron

Hi All! The next meeting of the L.I. Lap-Band Support Group will be on Wed., Sept. 5th, 7:00 PM at "Samantha's Lil Bit Of Heaven", 287 Larkfield Road, East Northport, NY 11731 "Bring Your Own Pot-Luck Dinner"! Very informal - Bring what ever you want to eat, if you so desire! Beverages will be provided! If you have been banded, are waiting to be banded, or are thinking about being banded, then this meeting is for you, and you are most welcome! This venue provides us with a private meeting area in a setting that allows quiet conversation and sharing. It is comfortable and homey, and is NOT a religious based meeting. If anyone has question, comments or needs directions, please contact me at 631 864-0814 or by e-mail! Ron

Hi Anna, It is Wed., Sept 5th at Samantha's Lil Bit of Heaven Coffeehouse on Larkfield Rd. in East Northport. Are you on our e-mail list? If not, send me your e-mail address and i will add so you you get all the announcements. Blessings, Ron

Congrats. on you new Band journey!

It is! If you are up to it, please come. If not, stay home, relax, heal and think happy thoughts! Blessings and good wishes for your procedure. You will do great! Ron

The Next Long Island Lap-Band Support Group Meeting will be NEXT WEDNESDAY. 8/1 at 7PM at Applebee's in North Babylon! I will need a head count a day or two before so I can make a reservation to hold tables so we can all sit together. If you are coming and have not let me know, please R.S.V.P. so we can insure a seat for you! If you are already banded, waiting to be banded or just considering being banded, then this meeting if for YOU! Please come! You are most welcome as are all newcomers! If you have any questions, need directions or know now that you will definitely be coming, please send me a personal e-mail and I will add you to the list. Last meeting we had 18, with many new folks. Let's make this one the best yet! God bless! Ron

See how you feel. Some have felt well enough after a day or two, be we are all different. If you feel up to it, just drop in. You will be on liquids and won't be able to eat anyway. Good luck and many blessings! Ron

There will be a lot of people at our support group meeting next Wed. that used Dr. Geiss and attended his seminar. Why don't you come and talk to them one-on-one so you can ask questions!

The Next Long Island Lap-Band Support Group Meeting will be NEXT WEDNESDAY. 8/1 at 7PM at Applebee's in North Babylon! I will need a head count a day or two before so I can make a reservation to hold tables so we can all sit together. If you are coming and have not let me know, please R.S.V.P. so we can insure a seat for you! If you are already banded, waiting to be banded or just considering being banded, then this meeting if for YOU! Please come! You are most welcome as are all newcomers! If you have any questions, need directions or know now that you will definitely be coming, please send me a personal e-mail and I will add you to the list. Last meeting we had 18, with many new folks. Let's make this one the best yet! God bless! Ron

WE did, but get much better attendance meeting for dinner. Why not try a meeting and see how you feel!

The Next Long Island Lap-Band Support Group Meeting will be on 8/1 at 7PM at Applebee's in North Babylon! I need a head count so I can make a reservation to hold tables so we can all sit together. Please RSVP!! If you are already banded, waiting to be banded or just considering being banded, then this meeting if for YOU! Please come! You are most welcome as are all newcomers! If you have any questions, need directions or know now that you will definitely be coming, please send me a personal e-mail and I will add you to the list. Last meeting we had 18, with many new folks. Let's make this one the best yet! God bless! Ron

The next meeting of the Long Island Lap-Band Support Group will be on Wed. 8/1 at Applebee's in North Babylon. Please send me your e-mail address and I will add you to our mailing list so you receive all of our announcements. If you plan on coming, please let me know so we can get a head count. Anyone who has been banded, is waiting to be banded or even thinking about being banded is most welcome.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR The Next Long Island Lap-Band Support Group Dinner Meeting Will Be Next Wednesday, July 11th at - Panera Bread 1258 Deer Park Ave. N. Babylon Time: 7:00 PM If you have been banded, are waiting to get banded or just considering being banded, then this is the place for you. You are cordially invited and most welcomed. Come and meet fellow "Bandsters", many of whom you may already know from the OH Support Board Online, and other forums. This is a great time of fellowship, learning, sharing, making friends and "breaking bread" together! Please RSVP so we know how many are coming!! For more information or to RSVP, please e-mail me, Ron, at info@shilohgraphics.com ** Note: Our e-Mail list is getting long. If you do not want to keep receiving these announcements and/or do not plan on attending any future events, please drop me an e-mail and we will remove you from our list. Thanks for your cooperation!

Same here Anna! Next meeting will be much better at a place where we can all sit together and share easier. We are considering 8/1 at Applebee's. We should know it that will work real soon.