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By: Beanie

Beanie — Mon, 18 Nov 2013 12:50:23 +0000

You might want to check out my web site http://www.beanieleffler.com

By: Beanie

Beanie — Mon, 18 Nov 2013 12:48:31 +0000

I read the article sorry for your loss, your Grandfather was just like my self it was until the age of 55 I found out I had a vision problem. I went through vision therapy and am now on a 6th grade level. When I read this article from people’s magazine, I just knew I need this book I can’t wait to get it and read it. 6 years ago this would have never happen I too wrote I children’s book “Never Give Up…Beanie’s Story” and doing speaking because I never want any child to go though what I did. So I truly know in my heart all that your Grandfather went through.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 17:19:06 +0000

Hi Moe,
Thanks for checking in…sorry to hear about your health challenges and we hope you gather your strength enough to overcome it all. If you would like to further reach us, you can email me at piperflynn@yahoo.com and we can exchange better family info. All the best, Marlisa and Alicia

By: Elmer "Moe" Haggadone

Elmer "Moe" Haggadone — Sat, 12 Jan 2013 17:27:06 +0000

Hello Guys, and Noreen

I’m Mary Arruda Haggadone’s oldest son Elmer, I have gone by the name ‘Moe’ since I was a kid after my father (Elmer) and Mary divorced when I was young.

I am so proud of “Uncle Jimmy”, as I called him, now and as long as I have known him. He had taken me fishing only a few times. Once when I was very young and a couple times when I came into town from my job. I worked for 35 + years in the entertainment business that kept me on the road most of the year. In March 2011, I was diagnosed with cancer and that has kept me sidelined since.

I’m using this portal as a way to say hello to you all, and give my best to “Uncle Jim”. I dont think this site is a good place to leave my contact info, but you can get it if you wish from John Arruda’s grand kids (Estelle Arudda’s kids) Donna, Butch, or Lisa. My youngest brother, Clay Haggadone went to see Jimmy and picked up a couple books, wish I wasn’t sick as I would travel to see y’all and pick one up too.

Well take care and alll the best to Jimmy and hope his book goes over the top!
Elmer “Moe” Haggadone

By: Betty from Philadelphia

Betty from Philadelphia — Wed, 20 Jun 2012 15:56:08 +0000

Mr. Henry,
I saw you on a television program and was amazed at your accomplishments. You are a true
hero because you had the guts to follow your dreams at 92. I will never say the word ”can’t”
again! I cannot wait to purchase your book and share it with my family. I have no experience
or knowledge about fishing but I am so excited to read your book.

By: Uzoamaka Okafor

Uzoamaka Okafor — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 16:13:12 +0000

Dear Mr. Jim Henry:

I am still in stupor after reading about your efforts at learning at 92. You are a true epitome of the adage: “You can do anything you want if you put your mind at it”.

I am honored to read about you, thanks to my professor in graduate school who posted your website in the classroom blog for us to read. You are an inspiration and it will be a pleasure to tell your story to my friends on facebook.

Congratulations and may booksales reach no limit.

My best wishes,

Uzoamaka Okafor
Graduate Student (MLIS)
University of North Texas.

By: Laura

Laura — Sat, 31 Mar 2012 23:53:30 +0000

Hi Mr. Jim Henry! I am one of Ms. Ambrosch’s “Shining Stars” who came to Academy Point to celebrate your 99th birthday! We just got finished with your book, and we LOVED it. You really inspired BILLIONS of people across the U.S.A!

Love,
Laura Pellowski

By: Sasha

Sasha — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 23:10:17 +0000

Hi Mr. Henry! I’m one of the “Shining Stars” who visited you on March 30 at Academy Point. I hope you liked our presents. Again, im thanking you for inspiring not only me, but BILLIONS of people out there who didn’t suceed before. When you said your heart-touching words, you ” lit the flame” in peoples souls. Not only will Miss Ambroch’s class change America, anyone who has heard of the brave and daring Captain James Arruda Henry who was illiterate until he was 92. After a very longtime, he finally realized the small chance he had left in him. People will be left standing in awe trying to repeat the suspenseful yet a little shocking story of your life, Mr. Henry
Love,
Sasha Oakes

By: Sabrina

Sabrina — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 02:21:02 +0000

I saw you on The Last Word With Lawrence O’Donnell tonight. I am very impressed by your accomplishments! As an Alaskan Native of the Aleutian Islands, my family and life have been surrounded by fishing. I can’t wait to purchase your book and read about your experiences as a lifetime lobster fisherman and beyond. I can only imagine how much I will enjoy your work and the legacy of you. I plan to share this with everyone! Good luck on your new journey as an author. Thank you.

By: sheila

sheila — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 04:36:09 +0000

I just read the article in the People Magazine and was very touched by your determination to accomplish your lifelong goal. From you, I, too, will some day finish my own goals. You are living proof that one is never too old to learn anything. Congratulations and keep on learning new things !