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WELCOME TO LALLYBROCH!
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Born a Hoser - it all makes sense now -- Kelly Kennelly (somewhere between fair to blitherin'), 06:57:14 07/29/08 Tue
For years upon years I've been looking for something to explain the illogical comfort found in all things Celtic.
Now I get it. I'm a Hoser and just found my people!

I don't suppose it was cooncidence that Bonnet himself played into my very marraige proposal - being one of the "hints" my current spouse (who I'd more than love to see in a kilt despite his skinny legs!) provided as to where we were travelling on the weekend he'd ultimately propose.

I'm beyond thrilled to find a group of people who not only appreciate DG's work, but actively support her and her readers in what seems unconditional fashion.

DG - please write faster! I only found you in December 2007 and I'm about to finish Fiery Cross with mere pages to go.
I promise to try and read the next as slowly as I can to make it until the release of the 2009 release. But I'm fair addicted!

Much affection and many thanks,
Kelly

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- Hi Kelly K! Loved your introduction! It's nice to meet you. Yes, I think you're definitely hosed. You'll fit right in around here. *G* Welcome to Lallybroch! Come join in the fun, but please watch your step on the Books Board and Broch Talk until you've finished the series to date--you may come across spoilers and we don't want to ruin any surprises for you. Enjoy, and don't forget--there are always rereads! (NT) -- Lady Jay (hosed since 1992), 11:36:47 07/29/08 Tue
- Hello Kelly!!! Welcome to Lallybroch. You've definitely found the right place. I just found the series this year and this is a great place to pass the time until the next installment comes out. My hat off to you if you can read slowly on your first read thru!! I certainly couldn't *G*. Many a late nights for me. Hope to see you on the other boards, but as Lady Jay suggested, be careful on some of them. (NT) -- Jay-Lee, 16:34:01 07/29/08 Tue
- Thank you for the Welcome -- Kelly K (Blissful), 04:36:13 07/30/08 Wed
  - You should be fine reading those until An Echo in the Bone is released. The timeline of the LJG books runs parallel to the Outlander series, and the books basically show some of what's happening with LJG while he's "off the page" in the Outlander books. They're fun and flesh him out. Helps if you like mysteries, too. And I'm sure that my DH could relate to yours, though he'll manage to stay up reading into the wee hours himself, so he never says anything to me about it. *G* (NT) -- Lady Jay, 09:07:31 07/30/08 Wed
- Welcome to Lallybroch, Kelly K! You found the perfect place to share in all things Outlandish, and there's always room for more hosers! Enjoy reading ABOSAA, then come on out to play! (NT) -- MiladyM (headless, again *sigh*), 05:59:19 07/30/08 Wed
- Welcome to the "hosen few"!! (NT) -- Lady Jen F, 11:33:58 08/10/08 Sun
Newbie to the site -- Genise S, 19:14:53 07/23/08 Wed
Hi Everyone,
I, too, am consumed with Jamie and Claire (and family). I have read the series several times and love finding the "aha" foreshadowing moments. It seems like every time I read a book again, there are new things that I find. I am eager to find out how many readers of the Outlander series have also read the Lord John Grey series. I can't wait until the next Outlander book, I need something else to sink my teeth into for a while! I am anxious to meet all of you!
Genise

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- Hi Genise S! Great to have you here. I've read and enjoyed both series, but I'm still partial to the Outlander novels. Welcome to Lallybroch! Come join in the fun while we all wait for the next installment of Jamie and Claire's story. (NT) -- Lady Jay, 19:43:14 07/23/08 Wed
- Hi Genise! You tend to go through big-time withdrawals between books, don't you? I've ready one of the Lord John books and really enjoyed it, but he's always been one of my favorite characters. (NT) -- LadyLoriW, 02:20:01 07/24/08 Thu
- Welcome Genise! You'll have a great time on these boards waiting for the next book. Hope to see you on the other boards! (NT) -- Jay-Lee, 14:57:21 07/24/08 Thu
- Welcome to Lallybroch, Genise! Love those rereads. I've read the Lord John books as well, but I need a reread on those, too, because I zipped through them the first time. I liked getting more insight into his character. Glad you joined us, and enjoy! (NT) -- MiladyM (working but not lurking - shhhhh), 06:17:43 07/25/08 Fri
Quick question -- LadyLoriW, 09:49:50 07/23/08 Wed
Please bear with me, if this has already been posted somewhere.

I noticed that the backup boards are on ezboard. I'm just curious... have you ever thought of just using that as your forum?

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- Hosers were polled a while back and the majority wanted to keep the format that you see on these boards, which is why they're still here. :-) (NT) -- Lady Jay, 19:47:51 07/23/08 Wed
  - Thanks, Lady Jay. I was just wondering, cuz I'm an ezboard geek. :-D (NT) -- LadyLoriW, 02:17:33 07/24/08 Thu
New to your site -- CarrieH, 12:39:17 07/23/08 Wed
Love this sight, just found it, I am on the Fiery Cross for the second time, am completing consumed with the world of Jamie and Claire and have managed to pull in Mom, sisters, coworkers and anyone else who will listen to my endless chatter about how wonderful these books are, thank you for creating this site, I had no idea there would be so many others as ready to discuss the books as I am, can't wait to chat with you ladies!!!!!

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- Hi CarrieH! Welocome to Lallybroch. Nice to meet you. So cool that you've been able to 'hose' others. I find it so difficult. My friends run the other way when I start talking about the books *g*. Come have fun and join us on the other boards!! (NT) -- Jay-Lee, 12:58:40 07/23/08 Wed
- Welcome to Lallybroch, CarrieH! You've found the perfect place to discuss The Books, and just about everything else! We're always ready, so jump right in! (NT) -- MiladyM, 13:44:03 07/23/08 Wed
- Hi CarrieH! Welcome! I'm a newbie here too! I was fortunate to have people to talk to about the series, because they are the ones that introduced me to it. :-D (NT) -- LadyLoriW, 18:51:15 07/23/08 Wed
- Hi there CarrieH! We know just how you feel. We love to discuss all things Outlandish, so you'll fit right in around here. Welcome! Hope to be seeing you around the 'broch! (NT) -- Lady Jay, 19:45:31 07/23/08 Wed
Newbie on board -- LadyLoriW, 18:52:04 07/22/08 Tue
Hi Ladies! I'm so happy to be here!

I've been an Outlander series fan for several years. Was introduced to it after the first five books were written, so I had the pleasure of reading them back to back. Then came the big wait for ABoSaA. :-D

I'm looking forward to getting to know you all through the boards.

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- Hi LadyLoriW! It's nice to meet you. I've had the opposite experience--I discovered the series when it consisted of only one book, Outlander, and have waited for each one, not even knowing at first that this book was to be the beginning of a wonderful series! Welcome to Lallybroch! I can say from experience that this place makes the wait between releases easier and a lot more fun! See you around the boards! (NT) -- Lady Jay, 19:12:36 07/22/08 Tue
- Thank you! -- LadyLoriW, 09:46:55 07/23/08 Wed
- Welcome to Lallybroch LadyLoriW!! Glad you found us. I just found the books this year and like you was able to read them back to back. Now waiting for the next book is so hard! Hanging around here does make it easier tho :o). Hope to see you posting on the other boards. (NT) -- Jay-Lee, 13:25:25 07/23/08 Wed
- Welcome to Lallybroch, LadyLoriW! I, too, got to read the first five non-stop, and then waited, and re-read, and waited, and re-read, and waited, and am waiting still. Good things come to those who wait, right? Enjoy! (NT) -- MiladyM, 13:38:09 07/23/08 Wed
Hooked on Jamie -- Vicky Va'a, 03:26:26 07/19/08 Sat
Greetings all from the Southern Hemisphere :) I have just found your website and been reading thru all the postings feeling completely at home. I just had to write and say after reading the Outlander series twice it was NOTHING compared to the audiobooks - seriously! Davina Porter has done a wonderful job (although it does take a wee while to get used to her) and oh to actually 'hear' Jamie speak and 'hear' him say Sassenach, I AM COMPLETE! I had made up the gaelic terms in my head so to hear them pronounced correctly was like completing a puzzle... If you love reading the series I highly recommend the audiobooks (unabridged versions of course) so you too can fall asleep with Jamie whispering in your ear :)

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- Welcome to Lallybroch Vichy Va'a!!! I know what you mean, when I found the site it was like coming home *G*. I haven't listened to the audiobooks yet but I can't wait. I'm waiting for one of the ladies to send me a copy of Voyager. Hope to see you 'round the boards. (NT) -- Jay-Lee, 10:38:53 07/19/08 Sat
- Hello Vicky Va'a! Nice to meet you. I hadn't read your post before replying to Shell's message up above. I agree with you about the recorded books! They add another dimension to the "hosed" experience. *G* Welcome to Lallybroch! Come join in the fun on some of the other boards! (NT) -- Lady Jay, 18:18:56 07/19/08 Sat
- Welcome to Lallybroch, Vicky Va'a! The audiobooks are wonderful, aren't they? I have one in the truck at all times, and often take the long way to work if I've reached a good part *G* Glad you found us, and welcome home! (NT) -- MiladyM, 05:26:18 07/20/08 Sun
New to this! -- Shell ((Chirpy)), 06:34:40 07/19/08 Sat
Hi everyone,

I absoutely adored the Outlander books and was genuinely suprised at how many other people love them as well!! So this is really just a big hi to everyone who can't wait for the next book to be released!!

p.s I'm not sure I like the idea of getting the audio books as I've got my own personal views on what Jamie, Claire etc sound like and I'm thinking they may not match. Any thoughts on whether it's worth investing in them??

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- Hello Shell!! Welcome to the 'broch. Glad you found us. Many people do really like the audiobooks but if you'd like more info. - post your question on the books board. I'm sure you'll get lots of responses. You'll have a great time round here. Hope to see you posting on the other boards. (NT) -- Jay-Lee, 12:05:46 07/19/08 Sat
- Hi Shell! Great to have you here. Most of us here would give positive reviews of the unabridged recordings. Davina Porter is a wonderful reader! I've found that hearing the books, as opposed to reading them, let me pick up on details that I hadn't noticed before, even after multiple rereads. All I can say is give one of the recorded books a try and see what you think. Welcome! Hope to be seeing you around the 'broch! This is a great place for passing the time until the next release. (NT) -- Lady Jay, 18:16:01 07/19/08 Sat
- Welcome to Lallybroch, Shell! And a big Hi! right back atcha! Glad you could join us as we all wait for the continuing adventures of Jamie and Claire. As for the audiobooks, I love them. I, too, had some misgivings, but Davina Porter is amazing. See if you can rent Outlander from your local library, give it a listen, then let us know what you think. I also liked hearing how all the gaelic words are pronounced, too! (NT) -- MiladyM, 05:13:32 07/20/08 Sun
New to the boards -- Maera Koz, 23:47:25 07/08/08 Tue
Hi all. I have somehwat lurked around here for a few months, but haven't had time to really read much. I LOVE Diana's books! Read, yes out of order, Drums of Autum in 2001 and was hooked. Then I found the whole series and well I've read them all 4 times now! I annoy my friends with any little bit of news about upcomming books and Diana news to the point that they simply roll their eyes and nod.

And, I feel like a dunce having to ask, what is a hoser?

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- Hello, Maera Koz! It's nice to meet you. Around here we definitely understand wanting to keep up with all of the current Diana news. As for your question, you're not a dunce--it sounds like you're a hoser though. *G* Check out the LOL FAQ link up top, but basically it means that you're hooked on the Books! Welcome to Lallybroch! Hope to see you around the boards! (NT) -- Lady Jay, 06:18:52 07/09/08 Wed
- Welcome to Lallybroch, Maera Koz! Feel free to jump right in - you'll not find any eye-rolling here, we love talking about all things Outlandish! (NT) -- MiladyM, 12:56:23 07/13/08 Sun
- I guess I'm a Hoser too! -- Carla B., 10:24:07 07/17/08 Thu
  - Hi there, Carla B! Nice to meet you, and yes, you are definitely a hoser, too! Great to have you here at our happy hosed home on the 'net. Welcome! Hope to be seeing you around the 'broch! (NT) -- Lady Jay, 13:02:36 07/17/08 Thu
Thank you to all Melva's friends -- Leonarda Sabey (loving sister of Melva), 12:24:38 07/15/08 Tue
I would like to Thank all of the lollypops for their support of Mel and Bob. You were there for her when we lost our father and have been there for her during Bob's fight. He was a man that loved well. I wish that everyone of you could have seen them together. They didn't have to talk to know what the other needed or wanted. From the moment we knew that we had this battle to fight Bob was open and honest with Mel about how he felt and how he wanted to fight. He promised her he would still be here for their anniversary and he kept his word, he also made it past her birthday.His thoughts were always about how he could help someone else. He was a blessing and so much more then just a brother-in-law. Thank you again for your support of Mel you all mean alot to her. Leonarda

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- Thank you for stopping by, Leonarda. Mel has so many friends here and she means a great deal to us, too. I count myself lucky to have been the one that she dropped a line to, asking a few questions about this place. We've corresponded regularly since. I'll copy this message on The Kirk where I think that more of the people who know her and care about her will be able to read it. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. (NT) -- Lady Jay, 14:58:03 07/15/08 Tue
Loaned "Outlander" to the neighbor -- Nicci, 08:12:02 07/10/08 Thu
I don't post often but......... I just dropped off my dog-eared, well read copy of "Outlander" at my long time friend, classmate,and neighbor's house. After conferring with she who got me hosed (we all 3 are married to wild, daring Scotsmen, 2 of whom can swing the pleats of their kilts with the best of them), she and I decided it was time for Patty to read what it's all about. Dinna fash, I'll post in a few days with her remarks - or, knowing her, probably exclamations! And my son says I'm overusing "dinna Fash yourself" - he just don't get it!

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- Hi Nicci! Not only are these books fun to read and to reread, but it's so great to be able to share them, too, isn't it? Let us know how the 'hosing' goes! *G* (NT) -- Lady Jay, 07:19:40 07/11/08 Fri
- Hi Nicci, I have 2 of my books out on loan & I miss them terribly - but it's wonderrful to 'Hose' friends (4 so far this year!). (NT) -- Janelle N, 16:40:00 07/11/08 Fri
- Good job hosing the neighbor, Nicci. I just returned from the Highland games at Grandfather Mountain and I'll vouch for your comment about wild Scots in their tartans. You should have seen the rockers in kilts! (NT) -- Gina C, 13:38:43 07/15/08 Tue
New to Lallybroch -- Jocelynn, 11:44:42 07/03/08 Thu
Hello all!!!! Have been a fan of Diana's for years. My husband and I travel a ton, and when we are I love to read. A friend got me hooked on the books (she told me about The Firey Cross, so that's where I started!!). I love them and am now on the 4th re-read!! I love that there is a place where fans can discuss the books. Can't wait to get into all the conversations!!!

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- Hello there, Jocelynn! Great to have you here. Rereads are wonderful, aren't they? Welcome to Lallybroch! Feel free to join in the discussions on the Books board and Broch Talk or in any of the fun on the other boards. See you around the 'broch! (NT) -- Lady Jay, 12:47:43 07/03/08 Thu
- Welcome Jocelynn!! Glad you found us. I'm just getting round to my first re-read. I found the books just this year and boy are they addictive. Hope to see you posting on the other boards :o) (NT) -- Jay-Lee, 16:13:36 07/03/08 Thu
- Welcome to Lallybroch, Jocelynn! Glad you found us, and your posts are more than welcome. Enjoy! (NT) -- MiladyM, 13:05:22 07/13/08 Sun
I'm happy to know I'm not the only one obsessing -- Elizabeth W., 13:06:47 07/05/08 Sat
I just discovered Outlander this past May (during finals unfortunately! I am a finance major at Arizona State...) and after getting through all six books I am currently on the Outlandish Companion and the Lord John books. I am in LOVE with Jamie Fraser, and the Outlander series has caused me to reset my standards as far as men I am attracted to. I have had a love for Scotland since I studied abroad there last year, but reading Outlander has also contributed to me actually wanting to move to Scotland after I graduate! I am a huge nerd when I get attached to books in this way so I'm very glad to have found this website full of others obsessed in the same way I am!

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- welcome elizabeth!!!!! you will have a great time here. hope to see you round the boards. you are in a perfect place for these books. they are the best (NT) -- oorjanie, 16:29:46 07/05/08 Sat
- Hi Elizabeth W! It's nice to meet you. You've found a huge group of folks who feel the same way about these books that you do. You call it obsessed--we call it hosed. *G* Welcome! Hope to be seeing you around the 'broch! (NT) -- Lady Jay, 17:09:44 07/05/08 Sat
- Welcome to Lallybroch, Elizabeth W! You've found the right place to share your obsession. Hope to see you around the boards! (NT) -- MiladyM, 13:01:34 07/13/08 Sun
very new newbie -- christine c, 18:15:30 06/20/08 Fri
hi all - i am a fairly new reader, having ordered "outlander" from amazon last july when it came up as recommended. well, i devoured it insatiably. i already read regularly every night before bed, but i found myself reading "outlander" during meals, instead of tv, you name it. while i flew through that one, i took my time enjoying the rest of the books, as i knew i'd have to wait for book 7 to come out. i finally finished ABOSAA this week. i had been waiting until i finished to come online (didn't want to be spoiled *at all*), so here i am, ready to share in the fun. (btw, i have started rereading "outlander"... i just can't imagine my life without claire and jamie in the background. they truly feel like real people to me.)

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- Hi christine c! It's good to have you here. It sounds like you're going to fit right in. We know just how you feel. Welcome to Lallybroch! Come join in the fun on some of the other boards while we all wait for the next installment of Jamie and Claire's story--it helps make the time pass more quickly and makes it more fun, too. :-) (NT) -- Lady Jay, 05:32:12 06/21/08 Sat
- Welcome to Lallybroch, christine c! Glad you finished your first read so you can feel free to join us here at the Happy Home for Hosers, and enjoy your re-read, too. It's amazing how much more you'll discover! See you around the boards! (NT) -- MiladyM, 07:51:50 06/22/08 Sun
- Thanks! -- Christine C, 15:51:37 07/09/08 Wed
Returner -- Lesleyt, 11:11:26 06/30/08 Mon
Returning after a long break..waiting for the next book...
Just back from a week on The Isle of Mull. Midges galore and the first rain they had for 13 weeks. re midges the Avon stuff does work - but use it on your face as well - thank goodness for concealer. We saw Eagles and Whales - no otters this time. Tips on Mull feel free to ask.

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- Welcome back Lesleyt! Sounds like a lovely trip to Mull, except for the midges. Come enjoy the hoserosity while we all wait for the next installment--makes the wait easier, not to mention more fun. :-) (NT) -- Lady Jay, 16:11:18 06/30/08 Mon
- Hey, Lesley, why not post your tips on the Scotland Travel Board. E-mail me when you are done (there is a link on the board) as the board is moderated. Welcome back. (NT) -- Judie, 23:43:56 07/04/08 Fri
newby -- Maite, 22:50:03 06/21/08 Sat
I have just finished all 6 books in under a month (I should have read them slower but couldn't)with the gracious support of my family who allowed me to read every moment that I could. After exploring the site, I am amongst friends here I can tell. What an amazing ride I have been on. Anyway I was compelled to write here because I just watched the first two episodes of The Riches on FX and I may be in an Outlandish stupor, but man does the show does it ring of Jamie and Claire. It is modern and nothing to do with time travel or Scotland, but as I was watching it was reminding me of them, bastardized, but their story, I swear. Someone please watch them (free on Hulu.com) and tell me I'm not crazy.

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- Hi Maite! Nice to meet you. You are certainly among friends here. Thanks for the heads-up on The Riches--will have to check it out. Welcome to Lallybroch! Hope to be seeing you around the boards! (NT) -- Lady Jay, 17:34:21 06/22/08 Sun
- Welcome to Lallybroch, Maite! That was some reading marathon you just finished - whew! Glad you joined us. As for The Riches, I've only seen part of one episode, so I can't help you there. I do remember, though, waiting for Eddie Izzard to come out in sequins and eye shadow *G* (NT) -- MiladyM, 16:20:59 06/25/08 Wed
Can't wait to get my Outlander back. I lent it to a co-worker and she is hooked! But now I am eager for her to finish it so I can re-read at the beach this weekend! I am so happy to have made another person a part of this wonderful world! I will be bringing DIA to her tomorrow. -- ladyfaramir, 16:08:44 06/17/08 Tue
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- This is why I have two copies of Outlander. One to lend out, and one for ME! (NT) -- MiladyM, 05:54:53 06/18/08 Wed
- hahaha! I too have 2 copies of Outlander, one to lend, one for me!! :) Great beach reading.....welcome!! (NT) -- stillcleaning, 23:33:13 06/19/08 Thu
Reading the books for the second time! -- Laura (elated), 13:43:54 06/17/08 Tue
Hi everyone,

I am new to these boards, and also a fairly new reader. I started reading the novels in late 2006 and now I'm half way through my second read of the entire series. I expect to finish Voyager some time next week.

It's great to "meet" you all and I hope to learn more and share more with you all soon!

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- Hello, Laura! Nice to meet you. Rereads are wonderful! Almost as good as the first time through. Welcome to Lallybroch! See you around the boards! And you might want to add a last initial when you post, just so we'll be sure to recognize you. :-) (NT) -- Lady Jay, 14:27:18 06/17/08 Tue
- Welcome to Lallybroch, Laura! You've found the right place - there's not a day goes by that I don't learn something new from the boards. Hosers are a very intelligent, fun-loving, and caring lot! Hope to see you around the boards! (NT) -- MiladyM, 05:59:06 06/18/08 Wed
Silent Observer -- Abby S., 06:23:06 06/17/08 Tue
Hello ladies! A friend led me to the Outlander series about 5 years ago, and I devoured every word. I discovered this site through one of the acknowledgement pages of a book, and have been lurking for about 3 years, just enjoying the scenery, so to speak! I am happy to announce that I have hooked a very dear, MALE, friend on these books. I am constantly bombarded by voicemails demanding to know what will happen next, or how could I not have warned him something was going to happen?! I just wanted to greet everyone, and I think it may be time to start participating!

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- Hi Abby S! Nice to meet you. Glad that you've decided to emerge from lurkerdom. :-) Good for you hooking someone else on the series! It's fun to relive that 'first time' through The Books vicariously. Welcome! Hope to be seeing you around the 'broch! (NT) -- Lady Jay, 07:22:44 06/17/08 Tue
- Welcome to Lallybroch, Abby S! So glad you decided to join in the fun! I have not yet had the pleasure of hosing anyone, but I do have my eye on one of my coworkers. I think she may be "Jamie-worthy"*G* (NT) -- MiladyM(lost my head, again!), 05:34:58 06/18/08 Wed
can someone help -- ladyfaramir, 15:22:08 06/13/08 Fri
I am having difficulty replying to people. When I type the message subject, that is all that appears, not my message. What am I doing wrong? Thanks.

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- I'd bet that your whole message is there, you just need to click on it to see what's "inside". If you're not too, too wordy, you can type all of what you'd like to say in the Message Subject box and it will all show up on the board. That's what most folks do. If you're more wordy, then no biggie. Just keep typing in the "Type your message here" box and most folks will click on it to see the rest of your message. Or you can give them a hint to click on this line of text with these. >>>>>> -- Lady Jay, 19:33:49 06/13/08 Fri
- Here is a link to the frequently asked questions about posting etc. Click here. Read that page over and try it on the HTML board and you should be able to get it. :-) (NT) -- Judie, 19:34:04 06/13/08 Fri
  - LOL! Yeah! This'll work, too! *G* Hi Judie! (NT) -- Lady Jay, 19:36:04 06/13/08 Fri
- thanks everyone!!!! great help!!!!! (NT) -- ladyfaramir, 06:29:25 06/15/08 Sun
Greetings! -- Chemene, 11:12:43 06/12/08 Thu
I can't believe I had never heard of the Outlander series until I happened across it in April. I checked out the first book from the library on April 23rd and soon realized that these were books I had to own. (One reading was definitely not going to be enough!) Despite being a homeschool mom, I raced through the series in only 30 days. Every spare minute I had was spent reading about Jamie and Claire. As you can imagine, I didn't sleep much during that time...there are just not enough hours in the day!

About me: I live in the San Diego area, have been married for 16 years, and have two kids (boy, 13 and girl, 10.) My mother is of Scottish descent (Clan MacFarlane) so I have been brought up with an appreciation and knowledge of the Highlands. As I said, I homeschool my kids and it takes up a LOT of my time. I regularly wake up around 1am PST to get a little time to myself. That's when I did most of my Outlander reading (for most of May I was running on fumes!)

Anyway, we had our final conference with our support teacher yesterday and school is officially out for summer. Yeah! Enjoying my unaccustomed freedom, I thought I would look up some more info about DG and Outlander. That's when I found your site and these message boards.

I'm really looking forward to exploring the topics and reading your posts, but I know it might take a while to get caught up. I really would like to be involved here, but not before I get to know how everything works. I've only ever participated in one message board before, and that is a local San Diego one...very casual and "laid back." If you don't hear from me right away, know that I am lurking in the background and getting to know you.

Chemene

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- Hi Chemene! Nice to meet you. These books are quite addictive, aren't they? And you're right--they're keepers and are even better on reread. Welcome to Lallybroch! Come join in the fun on some of the other boards when you start feeling comfortable here, and if you have any questions, just give a shout. We'd be happy to help. Enjoy! (NT) -- Lady Jay, 13:53:30 06/12/08 Thu
  - Thanks for the warm welcome! I've been dying to talk about these books, but nobody I know has read them. I even sent a set up to my sister in Idaho (partly because I know she'll love them, partly to be able to discuss with a fellow fan.) She has a new baby, though, and hasn't even made it to the 18th century yet. Now I've found you all! I've already checked out some of the QOTD threads and have enjoyed hearing your thoughts and ideas. Well, I'm off to do some more exploring now! (NT) -- Chemene, 09:42:03 06/13/08 Fri
- Welcome to Lallybroch, Chemene! Take all the time you need to check out the boards. We'll be here, and looking forward to hearing from you! (NT) -- MiladyM, 15:55:21 06/12/08 Thu
- a happy thought -- ladyfaramir, 15:19:17 06/13/08 Fri
A place to dream of Jamie -- Sassy Lassie, 16:14:09 06/12/08 Thu
I was hooked by the 4th sentence of Outlander. The book kept popping up on Amazon as something I might be interested in based on my book selections. As soon as I saw "time traveler" I dismissed it. However, after popping up a dozen times, I decided to order it.

I now own all the books in the series and John Grey's series too. I am almost through Voyager and can never seem to find enough time to see what happens next; I just can't get enough. I have a wonderful dh who does housework and watches kids so I can read.

I have also been renting movies such as Braveheart and Rob Roy, just to get a glimpse of a big, strong man in a kilt! My husband is Japanese but I almost have him convinced to try a kilt...

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- Hi there, Sassy Lassie! Glad you've found your way here. We know just how you feel about The Books and understand what it's like to want to ogle MIKs. *G* Welcome to Lallybroch! Hope to be seeing you around the boards, but I'll add a word of warning to watch your step on the Books board and Broch Talk until you've finished reading all of the books to date--we wouldn't want to spoil any surprises for you. :-) (NT) -- Lady Jay, 19:48:02 06/12/08 Thu
- Welcome to Lallybroch, Sassy Lassie! You've got so much in store for you as you read through the series - enjoy! And, just the thought of a big, strong man in a kilt works for me *g* (NT) -- MiladyM, 13:40:01 06/13/08 Fri
Hello! -- TeriLynn F., 16:40:58 06/10/08 Tue
Wow, I can't believe I actually found a website as devoted to the Outlander series as I am. I actually only recently discovered these books, but I was instantly and forever hooked. And thanks to this website I found two more books in the series that I never knew existed. I am now going to buy them and sit on my couch for days on end until they are both finished. Thank you so much Ladies of Lallybroch!

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- Hello there TeriLynn F! It's great to meet you. You have found a community filled with kindred spirits when it comes to The Books. Welcome to Lallybroch! Enjoy reading those two books in the series that you've just found, then you can come back and visit while we all wait for the next installment of the saga. See you around the 'broch! (NT) -- Lady Jay, 17:56:41 06/10/08 Tue
- Welcome to Lallybroch, TeriLynn! Glad you found us. There's always room for more hosers. Happy reading! (NT) -- MiladyM, 15:48:16 06/12/08 Thu
NEWBY -- Lady Chriselda (Elated, overjoyed and excited), 07:59:27 05/08/08 Thu
HELLO LOL,
I am new here as well. I have been lurking for some time reading the posts but have not had a chance to jump in. I am currently on maternity leave with a 2yr. old and a 1mo. old so I am just a wee bit busy. I found Jamie and Claire Fraser during my last pregnancy and fell in LOVE with them, their story and their loved ones. In fact I think I am a little overly obsessed about them...least my DH thinks so. I just can't get enough of them. I have so many questions to post on the book board. I have yet to order the audios and the outlandish companion....I was very distraught to find out the next book is not out until 2009 since I have been a bit spoiled....I was able to read book after book for 6 books straight. I am having withdrawls so decided to reread them again and am on ABOSAA. However without a doubt Outlander (first book) is my absolute favorite of all time. In fact DG has ruined all other books in my eyes. I mean not just the story but her writing is amazing....I have yet to find anything that compares. Well LOL, new and old, it was great introducing myself I will do everything I can to post and hope to meet some fun and great Jamie and Claire enthusiasts. Have a great day!

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- Hi! Don't despair, you will enjoy other books again, I promise, although it may not seem like it. Yes, t hese books have raised the standard and I highly doubt there will be another series like them, but...there are still wonderful stories. Outlander was the first book I ever reread. If you have been following the boards, as you know, The Bronze Horseman trilogy is a favorite among many of us. You might want to give that a whirl. (NT) -- Conmama, 08:56:00 05/08/08 Thu
- Welcome to Lallybroch, Lady Chriselda! Overly obsessed? Nope, you're just hosed, and it's a good thing! Just take a few minutes every morning and get your Jamie and Claire fix on the Books Board. It's like a quickie, and you'll find yourself smiling at odd moments throughout your busy, busy day *G* (NT) -- MiladyM, 05:03:22 05/09/08 Fri
- Welcome, Lady Chriselda - congratulations on your new baby! (NT) -- Judie, 14:27:00 05/10/08 Sat
- Welcome! Somehow J&C helped me better tolerate the fog of newborns. At the end of an exhausting day it was sometimes hard for me to turn my brain off so I'd 'escape' to Lallybroch. (NT) -- AngieLass, 20:41:57 06/08/08 Sun
New to posting -- Lady Rosazul, 18:51:54 05/09/08 Fri
Hi, this is my first time posting although I've been reading the boards since 2001! I enjoy reading all the comments and hopefully Diana will one day visit DFW on a book tour!!

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- Holy cow, Lady Rosazul. How could you stay quiet that long - hahahahahaha. That's remarkable. A 7 year lurker! Whoa! Welcome! :D (NT) -- Judie, 14:26:19 05/10/08 Sat
- Welcome to Lallybroch, Lady Rosazul! Seven years - how in the world did you do that? Glad you've come out of lurkdom! (NT) -- MiladyM, 08:09:21 05/11/08 Sun
- Congratulations on your first posting. Hope it's one of many! (NT) -- AngieLass, 20:36:37 06/08/08 Sun
Head on over to Broch Talk to take the June Poll. It's all about marriage! -- Pollsketeers, 11:23:13 06/02/08 Mon
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Newbie -- MelissaB, 20:04:40 05/16/08 Fri
Hi, I am new to the message board! (this one and every other one out there, Love the Page with Directions). My grandmother gave me the Outlander book and I just fell in love with the series!! I've re-read them so many times it's a wonder they aren't falling apart! After looking at DG website I can't wait to get started on the Lord John Grey books!

I am a single mother of 2 living in a small town in Missouri and reading is my passion! It is so great to find other people who feel the same way.

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- Welcome to Lallybroch, MelissaB! You'll find this place to be full of wonderful people who love to share anything and everything, Outlandish or not *G* Glad you've found us, and see you around the boards! (NT) -- MiladyM, 07:36:04 05/18/08 Sun
- Hello Melissa! -- Cathy, 15:15:47 05/18/08 Sun
Lurking Hoser Finally hits the welcome board -- Anna (still a new hoser), 12:20:35 05/06/08 Tue
Hello...I'm Anna from Eugene, OR, and I finished ABOSAA in the middle of March. I read the entire series straight through with some lag time of not reading - I haven't read any other books for the last 4 years! (I did other things in those years: changed jobs, welcomed my fianc� home from the war, got married, bought a house, and had a baby...to name a few).

Due to my not having read anything except the Outlander series for the last 4 years, I'm feeling a bit bereft without my favorite characters...like I've lost all my best friends! So, I'm listening to them on CD! What a wonderful way to workout!

My maiden name is Duncan and I married a Moffat (on his mother's side). DH wore a kilt for our wedding (his idea not mine!), and we had a piper and it was lovely. His grandmother came from England (though she's really Scottish) - and with a bit of drink she had quite the Scottish accent! As my brother walked her out to her car she said to him, "Och, mind the step. I dinna want to be measurin' the pavement." and then in response to her own drunken condition: "I'm a disgrrrrace to me ancesters!"

I'm glad to find a place where I can get a fix of my favorite books!

Anna (Eugene)

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- Welcome Anna! You�ve certainly been a busy bee :o) Congrats on the wedding, baby, and new home. I know how you feel�once you read the Outlander series, nothing else seems to compare. I�m just counting down the months, weeks, days, minutes, seconds until the next book comes out *g*. Lucky for us we can hang out here and get our �fix� until then. (NT) -- Jay-Lee, 16:46:48 05/06/08 Tue
- Hi and welcome, Anna! Cute story about your grandmother. Glad you found us - you'll enjoy it here as we all wait patiently for the next book. (NT) -- Gina-C, 05:02:17 05/07/08 Wed
- Welcome Anna!! You will love it here. You have such a wonderful story - congratulations!! I also listened to the books on CD - a wonderful experience!!! (NT) -- Lady JenF, 06:59:50 05/08/08 Thu
- Welcome, Anna! I have relatives in Eugene! Maybe we're related! I have several cousins up there, although I have not seen them in years and years. You will love this board! (NT) -- Natalie H, 10:55:36 05/08/08 Thu
  - lol! I wouldn't think so since I'm from Ohio originally and my only relatives here are my brother and his family! But my husband is from here...he might know them! (NT) -- Anna, 12:23:10 05/08/08 Thu
- Welcome to Lallybroch, Anna! You have found the right place to share all things Outlandish. And I'm still lol thinking about your DH's grandmother *G* Glad you decided to come out of lurkdom and join in the fun! (NT) -- MiladyM, 05:14:16 05/09/08 Fri
- LOL..oh would have loved to have meet your Grandmother! She sounds fun! Welcome!! Enjoy the Boards! (NT) -- Niseold, 07:52:04 05/16/08 Fri
Re-Introduction -- LadyLindaS, 19:32:13 04/29/08 Tue
Hello Everyone! I was a regular member a couple of years ago but I have been absent for a while now. Life has been interesting here in snowy Minnesota! About a year ago my life got very busy and I had to quit visiting the boards. I miss you all and decided that I really need to make an effort to visit here more often. I am wondering if there is still a chat room that we can go to to talk. Some of my best evenings have been spent chatting with all you Jamie and Claire fans!

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- Name -- LadyLindaS, 19:38:46 04/29/08 Tue
  - Hmmm - Hi, LindaS. Hmmm - I assume it's not your birthday then, eh? Well, perhaps a different name is in order. Maybe something catchy that you like? (NT) -- Judie, 14:30:26 05/10/08 Sat
- Welcome back Lady Linda. Glad you have returned to Lallybroch. I've only been here about 15 months and I don't know about a chat room, but I'm sure some of the others will know. (NT) -- Gina-C, 04:54:40 05/04/08 Sun
- Welcome back LadyLindaS! Happy to see you can take a break away from your busy life to come visit again. I�ve been roaming the boards but I haven�t found any chat rooms, if there are I�d like to know too. (NT) -- Jay-Lee, 16:58:21 05/06/08 Tue
- Welcome back LadyLindaS!! Glad you finally made it back!! (NT) -- Lady JenF, 07:01:31 05/08/08 Thu
New Here -- KATHLEEN GREEN, 12:38:18 05/07/08 Wed
Hi,

I'm new here. Just discovered this FANTASTIC series!!! Read "Outlander" in one day and started in on book two already. I am hooked!

Me DH is a Sassenach (Och!) with family ties in Wales & Bonny Scotland so I've had opportunity to visit the fair land multiple times.

Just had to say hello - now I must get back to my tale!

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- Welcome Kathleen!!! Glad you found the series and LOL! Be careful not to browse the website too much before you finish all the books! You don't want to spoil your reads by reading spoilers on the website. Once you finish the books you will need to come visit us to keep your sanity until the next book comes out. Happy reading!!!! (NT) -- Lady JenF, 06:57:26 05/08/08 Thu
- Welcome to Lallybroch, Kathleen Green! You have so much in store for you as you read through The Books. Maybe you could post a little progress report for us as you go - I'm sure I'm not the only one who would love to vicariously share your first read-through! Enjoy! (NT) -- MiladyM, 05:08:35 05/09/08 Fri
New here! -- Cassenach, 09:42:20 03/08/08 Sat
I'm new here too and wanted to introduce myself. I'm Cassie from North Carolina. My mother turned me on to the Outlander series, and I am so grateful she did! I've always been an avid reader, but DG's books are in a class of their own. I am in awe of her skill. I've never felt so attached to characters or a story before! Like everyone else, I especially love Jamie. I told DH that if Jamie were real, I'd be a proponent of bigamy. DH means the world to me, but I couldn't pass up Jamie either! :o)

I have some Scottish heritage and reading these books makes me want to learn more about it. My mother enjoys all things Scottish and is very involved in the Highland games in our area. My family on my mother's side is Anderson , and while she always talked about how small of a clan it was, my small bit of Internet research suggests that the name Anderson (MacAndrew in the Highlands) is actually a very old and common name in Scotland.

They've traced our ancestry in the US to a John Anderson who emigrated from Scotland sometime in the 1700s (I can't remember the exact date). He is, however, an illegitimate son. I guess Jamie and I have that in common then, coming from a line of an illegitimate child. :o)

This is longer than I intended it to be, but I wanted to say hello. I'm so glad I have a place to share my love of DG and the Outlander books!

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- Hello Cassenach! It's nice to meet you. You've chosen a great name to be known by around here! Love it! Please make yourself at home here and feel free to join in on the fun on some of the other boards. Welcome to Lallybroch! (NT) -- Lady Jay, 10:52:59 03/08/08 Sat
- Welcome to Lallybroch, Cassenach! Love that name! You have certainly found the right place to share the love *g* Enjoy! (NT) -- MiladyM, 04:01:20 03/10/08 Mon
- Welcome to the Boards!! Very interesting intro too! Just jump right in!! (NT) -- Niseold, 05:13:35 03/11/08 Tue
- Hey Cassenach (verra cute name!) where in NC are you? I'm in Fayetteville and every July there is a HUGE hoser gathering at Grandfather Mountain. Welcome to the Broch! (NT) -- Sorcha, 23:42:33 05/06/08 Tue
Newbie Here -- Jay-Lee (sleepless in Vancouver), 14:48:49 04/17/08 Thu
Hello LOL,

I am soooo absolutely THRILLED to have found this site. It�s very nice to know that I have found like minded souls who will understand my love (and utter OBSESSION *g*) with Jamie and Claire.

I happened to stumble upon a copy of Voyager at a flea market in January. I picked it up and thought to give it a try, never really read anything with time travel in it and thought I might like it. Was I ever SURPRISED! I fell head over heals for Jamie�aaahhhhh :o) After I finished the book, I made my poor DH drive my to 3 different book stores to buy the other 5 books (no one store carried all the books in the series � so annoying!). I practically locked myself in the bedroom for 6 straight weeks to read. (I did emerge to go to work -zombie like- and eat when absolutely necessary.)

My DH thought I had gone completely mad (so did I). All I heard from him were exclaims and of �That damn book AGAIN!� and �Didn�t you just finish reading that!?� He even tried to hide the books a few times so I would come out of my lair and come back into the real world but that didn't last long. He had to make do without me for a while.

I was so sad when I finished ABOSAA. Felt like I was in mourning. I am so happy now that I have a place I can go to and get my fix until the next book.

So excited to join in some of the great discussions!

Jay-Lee :o)

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- Welcome Jay-Lee. I think we can all relate to your new obsession - we call it being "hosed". Enjoy rereading and visiting here at Lallybroch until the next book arrives. Hope to see you posting often. (NT) -- Gina-C, 16:18:05 04/17/08 Thu
- I can totally relate to the husband neglecting, well the kids, the house, the pets too. I hope this doesn't make me a bad parent but I will admit to actually being happy to miss work because all three of my kids got sick one after the other which allowed me to stay home with them and read. Is that awful or what? Mind you they were not terribly ill, just some head cold that was going around but still!! (NT) -- LRLassie, 17:29:37 04/18/08 Fri
- welcome jay-lee! you will have a great time here while waiting for the next book. i can't wait for it. (NT) -- oorjanie, 21:38:20 04/18/08 Fri
- Welcome to Lallybroch, Jay-Lee! Here's hoping your DH has forgiven you for "ignoring" him (huh, he just doesn't understand, that's all) because, now that you've found Lallybroch, you'll be unable to stay away *G*! See you around the boards! (NT) -- MiladyM, 04:43:48 04/19/08 Sat
- LOL...LRLassie I don't think that makes you a bad parent because if it does, that means that I'm bad too. I pulled one too many all nighters once and had to call into work sick. Talk about a guilty pleasure! Instead of sleeping, I drank more tea, ate loads of chocolate (needed the sugar), and kept on reading ;o) Thanks everyone for such a warm welcome. (NT) -- Jay-Lee, 11:22:17 04/19/08 Sat
- Welcome to LOL! I remember a few "eye rolls" from my DH when I was reading the books, but it didn't take long for him to beg me to "reread". The passion in these books tends to stir up a few emotions that were otherwise hidden! lol (NT) -- ladyphantom, 16:28:59 04/19/08 Sat
- Welcome! Saw your Book Board post today. You have wonderful insight and comments! Yup, my DH was very beside himself when I first started to read The Books. I kept the light on all hours and he'd holler..." finish it up now..!"...Most of us can relate...Welcome again!! (NT) -- Niseold, 15:15:08 04/26/08 Sat
  - Hi Niselod. Thanks for the positive feedback. I feel like a little kid who got a golden star on her homework *G*! Always nice to hear a kind word. (NT) -- Jay-Lee, 14:00:39 04/29/08 Tue
    - Sorry...*Niseold*....can't spell very well...maybe I should give my gold star back. (NT) -- Jay-Lee, 16:44:27 04/29/08 Tue
The results have not been tallied yet! You can still vote in the April Poll! We need more votes so head on over to the Broch Talk Board! -- Polsketeers, 15:57:24 04/27/08 Sun
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Finally done lurking -- Casey B, 20:33:26 04/25/08 Fri
Hi! Thought I'd stop lurking and join in.

Last fall I stumbled across ABOSAA audio book in my library. It was obviously part of a series. I was so intrigued I asked the librarian how many other books were in the series. I love big books, history, and time travel. This had it all. The only thing was there were waiting lists for all of them. I went ahead and put my name on all of the lists. I was able to get Outlander and DIA fairly quickly. The waiting list for Voyager was 3 months. I was going crazy! I couldnt think about anything else. I have no time to read, and drive for a living, so buying the book wasnt an option. So I went online and found the Recorded Books website and joined - just to get my hands on Voyager and all of the rest. I was so lost when I finished. I told my best friend that I know it sounded silly buy I really missed those people! I am now in my first re-read - getting ready to start DOA. Glad to be here and am looking forward to *meeting* all of you!

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- Hi Casey, and welcome to Lallybroch! Glad you came out of lurkdom to join our virtual home of all things "outlandish". I love the audio books just as much as reading them. Glad that we have both options. Enjoy your reread and come back to post often. (NT) -- Gina-C, 10:56:40 04/26/08 Sat
- Hey Casey! I was a lurker too. It took me a long time before I summoned enough courage to post (& still feel very timid!). Hope to see you around :o) (NT) -- Jay-Lee, 11:57:17 04/26/08 Sat
- Welcome! How great to listen the whole time while you work!! I have done 4 re-reads, but it took me a verra long time. I only read 2 or 3 hrs a night. I bet hearing the books makes your work day go faster. Again, welcome to Lallybroch!! (NT) -- Niseold, 15:12:09 04/26/08 Sat
- Welcome to Lallybroch, Casey B! The audio books are wonderful, aren't they? They make driving (and housework, and yardwork) almost pleasant *g*. Glad you've come out of lurkdom and will be joining in on all the fun. Enjoy your first read-through. Yoy may be surprised at all the things you missed the first time through! (NT) -- MiladyM, 06:37:55 04/27/08 Sun
- I love the audio books. Davina Porter is amazing! And yes, thats all I do all day is listen to books. Driving for a living does have that advantage. The books make the day go so fast and pleasant. Thanks for the welcome! (NT) -- Casey B, 09:11:39 04/27/08 Sun
I am new! -- Heather P, 12:41:00 04/13/08 Sun
Hi Everyone,
I am new to this site and to the Outlander series.
I was introduced to it by a friend at the end of Jan because I had mentioned I love books with time travel.
WEll needless to say Ive read straight through all 6 books in 10 weeks and I did it fitting it in between running 3 kids to sports and running my own business! I couldnt put them down. I absolutely love Jamie and Claire! I can not wait for the next book. I am reading the OUtlandish companion just to keep me going.

I look forward to hearing many great things from all of you.
Heather P
Southern Cal

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- Hi Heather P! Good to have you here. Well done fitting your read into your busy life! But hey, these books just call out to be read, don't they? Welcome to Lallybroch! Come join in the fun on some of the other boards! Makes the wait for the next book easier. Plus you can always reread--rereads are wonderful! :-) (NT) -- Lady Jay, 14:34:43 04/13/08 Sun
- Welcome to Lallybroch, Heather P! You've found the perfect place to hang out and have some fun while we all wait for the next book. Glad you found us, and we'll be seeing you around the boards! (NT) -- MiladyM, 04:21:06 04/14/08 Mon
- Welcome, Heather. My you and some of the other ladies sure are quick readers! I think it took me about a year to finish reading all the books the first time (I took some breaks between books). Enjoy visiting here at Lallybroch and rereading until the next book comes out. (NT) -- Gina-C, 16:20:41 04/17/08 Thu
New Outlander Fan -- Cathy (Obsessed), 06:59:33 04/12/08 Sat
Hello to all!
I am new to the whole Outlander world. I just discovered it this year and I am completely in love with Jamie and Claire. I am just starting Voyager ( I really am new ) and I read every word holding my breath because the feeling is so intense in me.
There is some talk over the net about making these books into a movie. Please no movie! There is no way anyone can do these books justice in a few hours. I want to see these books come to life and the only way would be a mini series like the Tudors.
Well, I just wanted to say hello to all and happy reading!
Cathy

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- Hi there, Cathy! Great to have you here. I think many of us would agree with you about a movie based on this series--a miniseries would be much better. Welcome to Lallybroch! Enjoy that read! Please watch your step on the Books board and Broch Talk until you've finished reading the series to date--you might run into spoilers. Oh, and if you could add a last initial, that would be great since you have a popular name around here. See you around the 'broch! (NT) -- Lady Jay, 07:46:04 04/12/08 Sat
- Hi and welcome Cathy! Isn't it exciting to have discovered Diana's amazing ability to weave a such a mesmerizing story? Hope to see you around lallybroch. (NT) -- Gina-C, 19:35:45 04/12/08 Sat
- Welcome to Lallybroch, Cathy! How I envy you your first read-through! Enjoy, and don't forget to breathe! (NT) -- MiladyM, 09:27:27 04/13/08 Sun
Head on over to Broch Talk to take the April Poll. It's all about fools! -- Pollsketeers, 08:04:56 04/13/08 Sun
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New to the site -- CarolyF (Peace), 15:58:36 04/11/08 Fri
I have had Outlander sitting on my book shelf for almost two years. I was dusting and putting books away when I came acoss it and started flipping throught it. I wondered if there were other books by Diana Gabaldon and was amazed to find that there is a whole community of people interested in her works. This will be a great way for me to meet other people who enjoy reading and talk about good books. I plan to start this book tonight after the house is calm and quiet.
I am excited to start a new adventure both with this book and an online community.
CarolynF --- Peace

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- Hello there, CarolynF! Nice to meet you. Oh, you're just now getting around to reading Outlander after having it on the shelf for two years? Do you have a treat in store for you! Enjoy that read! The first time through is a special one. Welcome to Lallybroch! If you take breaks from reading and visit here, please watch your step on the Books board and Broch Talk as you might run into *spoilers*--we don't want to ruin any of the surprises that DG has in store for you. Enjoy! (NT) -- Lady Jay, 21:20:47 04/11/08 Fri
- Welcome to Lallybroch, CarolynF! Now, make sure you have lots of food in the freezer, get all your laundry done, and delegate your household chores, because, once you start, you won't want to stop *G*. You have got such an adventure ahead of you! Maybe you can give us periodic progress reports, too! (NT) -- MiladyM, 04:42:52 04/12/08 Sat
- Yay, Carolyn - you are in for the best read of your life! Welcome to the boards - you will learn a lot here. (NT) -- Gina-C, 19:31:53 04/12/08 Sat
Outlanderholic -- Janelle N, 05:25:31 04/08/08 Tue
My name is Janelle and I'm an Outlanderholic. My addiction started in November 2007, I have read all the books back to back since then - just finishing ABOSAA on Sunday. My mother always wanted me to be a Lady, now I am one - thank you so much for this honour! I have a wonderfully supportive DH who often asked "Where are you tonight my dear, Scotland, France or America?" Now to start all over again...

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- Hello there, Janelle N! It's great to meet you. How nice to have a DH who is so understanding of your addiction! Around here we call it being hosed. *G* Welcome to Lallybroch! Hope to be seeing you around the boards! (NT) -- Lady Jay, 14:14:42 04/08/08 Tue
- Welcome to Lallybroch, Janelle N! You'll fit right in around here - you're hosed, just like the rest of us! Enjoy your re-read! (NT) -- MiladyM, 04:16:08 04/09/08 Wed
- Thank you -- Janelle N, 05:02:35 04/09/08 Wed
- Hi Janelle and welcome to Lallybroch where we all understand your addiction. My DH saw how hosed I was and decided to listen to the audio version of Outlander. Without further prodding from me, he then worked his way through all 6 books! He even went with me to hear Diana speak last Summer. : ) Hope to see you around the boards. (NT) -- Gina-C, 18:47:11 04/10/08 Thu
Yay - I'm a LOL now! -- faeriesong (Ecstatic - going to Culloden tomorrow!), 13:34:25 04/07/08 Mon
Hi everyone!

I've just discovered that by posting I'm now a Lady of Lallybroch - that is so thrilling to me!

I live on the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides and am flying over to Inverness tomorrow for an MRI (long story).

I wanted to go to Culloden as the last time we went, my daughter wouldn't get out of the car as she said it was too spooky (bright girl!) so we had to content ourselves with a sobering march over the moor and then back to our cowering offspring.

The National Trust website says that the new Visitors Centre opens next weekish but I called them today and they ARE open! I'm so excited, I can't wait.

Will let you know how it went.

It makes it even more special now - going as a LOL!

very best wishes to all
Mary (faeriesong)

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- I was at Culloden today! -- faeriesong (exhausted!), 12:36:27 04/08/08 Tue
  - Hi faeriesong! It sounds like you had a wonderful day at Culloden! Glad that you've joined our ranks here. Am looking forward to seeing your photos tomorrow! Welcome to Lallybroch! (NT) -- Lady Jay, 14:18:13 04/08/08 Tue
  - Welcome, Fairiesong!! So cool you saw our stone. Ya know, I think DG is supposed to be going to Culloden very soon--like in the next week or so, for a ceremony or something. Some of our compuserve regulars would know for sure. I've NO idea if she'll have any public signings in that area or not, but it might be worth checking into (maybe ask on the Social Board if anyone knows of a DG event out your way soon). Either way, I look forward to seeing your pictures of the LOL stone! (NT) -- Cathryn_L, 12:25:44 04/09/08 Wed
- Welcome to Lallybroch, faeriesong! Glad you had the chance to tour Culloden the way you wanted, with photos to follow, too - excellent! Glad you've joined us, and see you around the boards! (NT) -- MiladyM, 04:01:36 04/09/08 Wed
- Welcome fairiesong (cute name!) How exciting to live near the epi-center of the Outlander stories. Hope your MRI went well and that you tell us a little more about your visit to Culloden. (NT) -- Gina-C, 18:38:34 04/10/08 Thu
Hello from the other side of the world! -- Rianna (Thrilled), 04:01:41 04/06/08 Sun
(From little wee New Zealand). I have been here once before many many moons ago, and always knew I would return. I have just finished rereading all the books in succession, and so here I am! I discovered and fell in love with Jamie soon after my first daughter's birth 3 years ago, while she was sick in hospital over a three month period and I needed something to read in there! I have collected these books ever since.

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- Welcome back Rianna. I just started a reread of the Books. I discovered them about the same time you did. Hope to see you posting often. (NT) -- Gina-C, 11:09:15 04/06/08 Sun
- Welcome back, Rianna! The door is always open here at Lallybroch, and we're glad to see you return. Enjoy! (NT) -- MiladyM, 03:55:27 04/07/08 Mon
- Hi Rianna! Welcome back to Lallybroch! Hope you'll be able to visit often now. (NT) -- Lady Jay, 06:48:18 04/07/08 Mon
- Thank you! The only reason I couldn't spend any time here was I was off having babies in quick succession, and just so busy I never had any time! But my 'baby' just turned 2, so I have a little more time now to spend online at night when they're in bed and both asleep! (NT) -- Rianna, 03:00:37 04/08/08 Tue
I've been hosed.... -- Amanda in Aberdeen (thrilled), 02:25:24 04/06/08 Sun
Hello LOL,

I'm an American expat, blessed enough to be married to a 6ft 3 Scotsman...looks great in a kilt as well. Living on the N-East coast of Scotland with 2 young children. I'm 30 and enjoy knitting, via that I met another American expat married to a Scot, recently I spent a day at my expat friend's home and she very slyly and casually asked as she planted "OUTLANDER" in my hands "Oh, have you ever read this?" I shook my head and she said "Here you should read it"....I'll not forgive her!!!
200 pages in I heard an irritating drone in the back ground which made it difficult to concentrate...then I realised it was the children and they were hungry! I stayed up into the wee hours and the next day had a stye from not blinking enough, my husband said "it's because of that damn book". At one point on the second day of reading I was caught gazing out the window with a glazed look, the husband asked what was on my mind and I laughed and said "James Fraser" he laughed and said "bloody cheek".
300 pages in I phoned my sister in America and she purchased the book via Amazon before we hung up...I've also convinced a cousin to ditch her reading club book and read Outlander instead...after reporting all of these goings on to my expat friend she reassured me it was all perfectly normal Hoser behaviour and she directed me to LOL.
I am currently on page 502 and just purchased my own copy of OUTLANDER and DRAGONFLY IN AMBER via e-bay...hoping they will arrive by the time I finish the borrowed copy. I know realise it must be precious to my friend and she'll need it back a.s.a.p hehehe
I think my husband isn't quite aware if how much he has benefitted from Jamie recently. I'm so happy to have my own Jamie.

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- Hi and welcome Amanda! Yes, it sounds like you've definitely been hosed and you've come to the right place to feed your addiction. Cute story that you told about your husband and children. Just a small warning - there will be spoilers on this bulletin board. You probably don't want to visit the Books board or Diana's compuserve site until you have finished all the books. Happy reading! (NT) -- Gina-C, 11:06:24 04/06/08 Sun
- Thank you for the welcome -- Amanda in Aberdeen (Cheerful), 11:58:11 04/06/08 Sun
- Welcome to Lallybroch, Amanda! You'll fit right in around here! And, oh! You have so many adventures ahead of you as you read through the series for the first time. And, just as a helpful hint from one hoser to another, make sure you have Voyager on hand by the time you finish Dragonfly in Amber *G* (NT) -- MiladyM, 03:46:02 04/07/08 Mon
  - Voyager -- Amanda in Aberdeen (tired), 06:25:20 04/07/08 Mon
- Hello there, Amanda in Aberdeen! Very nice to meet you. Loved your story! I think many of us know just how you feel. Welcome to Lallybroch! Enjoy that read! If you visit here you might want to watch your step on the Books board and Broch Talk until you've finished reading the series to date--spoilers abound and we don't want to ruin any surprises for you. (NT) -- LadyJay, 06:51:23 04/07/08 Mon
Intro of a tall red-heided braw lass, er, woman. -- Meg R, 18:15:58 03/23/08 Sun
Hello all!
An acquaintance introduced me to Outlander by shoving her copy into my hand and insisting I borrow it, and that book became the reason dishes and laundry started piling up at my house. I'm currently just begun Fiery Cross, but am a little nervous about reading things here lest I stumble upon spoilers.
This did pique my interest in my MacLeod heritage, and by an odd coincidence, I seem to have a lot in common with the description of Bree... very tall, and at the age Bree is in Fiery Cross, my red hair was waist-length also. My husband reminds me a bit of Roger, except my husband is short. He doesn't remind me as much of Jamie, and I think many of us wish we could encourage the liberation of that brand of controlled-yet-primal masculinity in our DHs, but recognize that it will take some doing to bring it back into vogue, especially with the current popularity of feminized males. Just my opinion, but I think men and women all got the shaft when it became politically incorrect for men to act like men, and for women to like them that way.

And that's one reason why I think Jamie strikes a chord with so many women, because we see in him the forbidden fruit of authentic manhood in a barren wasteland of deprivation and gender neutrality.

Ok this is becoming a novel of its own, so I am a 34 yo wife and mother of a 3 yo DD and a 4 month-old DS, living in the howling Northeast and loving it (except I wish we could be at a higher elevation, never liked sea level much), and am now, because of these books, interested in my MacLeod roots and want to attend the Highland Games this summer.

Do women primarily read these books, or do they appeal to men as well? Just wondering how many of us *wish* our DHs would give them a try, or how many have tried, whose DHs ended up being fans too?

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- Welcome Meg R! You sound like a very interesting lass to have around. Pleased to meet ya! You DO have to very careful for spoilers, since you are only starting TFC. (Check out the social board, it's usally pretty safe and a good place to get to know everyone) Great book btw, I found it a little slow at the beginning, but a great read none the less. ENJOY! Went long>>>>>>> -- stillcleaning, 07:45:25 03/24/08 Mon
- Welcome to Lallybroch, Meg R! We understand completely about housework piling up because of The Books. I believe we've all been there - I know I have, and, looking around, I think I still am *G* Yes, do watch for spoilers, and make sure you come out to play when you've finished! (NT) -- MiladyM, 04:53:27 03/25/08 Tue
- Welcome! I Agree with a lot of your opinions, lass! My husband is a truck driver and although he begged me to not make him listen when I got the first CD, he was soon begging me for the rest. I know he has some Jamie envy, what man wouldn't, but Jamie's like his hero too. Him and Hulk Hogan- Males go figure! Anyway welcome aboard! (NT) -- LIsa L., 18:38:05 03/25/08 Tue
- Hi Meg and welcome to Lallybraoch. My husband has listened to all the Outlander books on audio. He liked them a lot and it is fun to talk to him about certain scenes. We went to a Highland Games in Canada last summer and will go to one in NC in July. So, I feel pretty fortunate that he understands my Outlander fetish - and he's not even a Scot! (NT) -- Gina-C, 19:18:20 04/01/08 Tue
Hello -- Lady Lucy (Loved), 23:05:00 03/24/08 Mon
I am so excited that I found you! Finally somewhere that I can chat about my favourite books! I live in the US, but my parents live in Scotland (near Sterling) so every time I go back I visit the places that GB writes about...
I am reading The Outlander series again for the 2nd time and I am loving it even more than I did the first time.
Which Boards are best to get to know everyone?

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- Welcome to Lallybroch, Lady Lucy! We're glad you found us, too! I agree with you about re-reads - they allow one to savor what was hungrily devoured the first time. You'll find some wonderful insights (and more than a few "ah-ha!" moments) over on the Books Board, and then pop over to the Social Board to see what's going on with everyone. Don't be shy about posting - just jump right in! (NT) -- MiladyM, 05:09:36 03/25/08 Tue
- Welcome to Lallybroch, Lucy. I'm so envious that you go to Scotland frequently. It's my dream to go there someday. Hope to see you posting on the boards. (NT) -- Gina-C, 19:14:11 04/01/08 Tue
Finding my scottish roots -- Jeana (excited!), 13:42:24 03/25/08 Tue
So I was searching for something on the internet that had absolutely nothing to do with the Outlander series and as usual, I looked up something Gaelic or having to do with something Claire and Jamie and hear I am! I poked around the site (great discussion about what would you do if you were in bed with Jamie and he let one fly by the way) and I feel like I have found my kindred spirits.

I have listened to (but not read) the Outlander series, and Lord John's mishaps many times (I am only 39 but have spent much have the last 4 years on and off bedrest). I started Outlander for honestly it's length (at the time I was on complete bedrest and one can take only so much Springer). I was hooked immediately. By the end of the month I had read the series and was starving for more and found Lord John. I ate those up in about a week's time and so I started again (I admit to throwing in some other period stuff to keep it interesting - Mary Queen of Scots was something else as was Queen Elizabeth but I digress). I am Scots myself and found through a recent search that my family name (Simpson) leads back to none other than clan Fraser. I prefer to think of it like Jamie and I are related (jk - I have a physical disability, not a mental one).

I am a mother of 4, ages 5, 6, 13 and 19 and have a wonderful DH who takes great care of the things I cannot. I think he has a bit of Jamie envy but he is of Scottish decent himself so his ego will not allow him to admit it. We live near Boston, but have spent time in Atlanta, New York, New Jersey and I originally from Northern Vermont.

I cannot wait to learn more about all of you and read more about all of your exploits. I have a roll of toilet paper at the ready should you find yourself needing one in the future.

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- Welcome Jeana! I don't post often but you cracked me up and I had to say hallo! Hope to see you on the other boards :) (NT) -- Lisa L ., 18:41:02 03/25/08 Tue
- LOL at the toilet paper comment. You know us too well, Jeana! Welcome! (NT) -- Judie, 06:03:06 03/26/08 Wed
- Welcome to Lallybroch, Jeana! Lots of interesting tidbits over on the LOL Archives. Your post led to me revisiting some of my favorites, too. Glad you found us and decided to join in the fun! (NT) -- MiladyM, 04:36:10 03/28/08 Fri
- Welcome Jeana - glad you found us Just jump right in and start posting. You will love Lallybroch! (NT) -- Gina-C, 19:08:08 04/01/08 Tue
There's still time to get in your Villian Vote over on Broch Talk! Head on over and be counted in!!! -- Pollsketeers, 13:40:57 03/26/08 Wed
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Head on over to Broch Talk to take the March Poll. This month is all about treachery.... -- Pollsketeers, 11:18:17 03/18/08 Tue
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Delighted to find LOL -- Kimberly (Jazzed), 15:54:24 03/12/08 Wed
How terrific to find this site today of all days. I found the Series about 18 months ago and gobbled them like they were made of shortbread! About three weeks ago my DH was offered a great job in High Point NC about 30 miles from where in MY imagination the Ridge is(around Black Mountain, I think)As I type this I am sitting in a hotel in High Point NC after spending the day looking at prospective houses in this town and Winston-Salem. As we drove around Salem, I found myself looking at folks and wondering if they could be decendents of Frau Mc G(?), that formidable amazing yet terrifying German lady with the Scots husband and the son with the pox. (sorry my memory misplaced the name...it's overfull with squarefootages and lending rates at the moment) Anyway, I know that Frau WHosit is a work of fiction so if I was running into her decendants I'd be better off checking myself into the nearsest home for the gently befuddled rather than house hunting. But all of DG's people are so very real to me, and I guess to all of you as well.

But I am delighted to find you and wish you all happiness and your own MIKs to while the time until DG gives us another book.

Kimberly

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- Welcome Kimberly! It sounds as if you're as hosed as the rest of us around here, so I just know you'll fit right in!! Looking forward to seeing you around the boards! (NT) -- Kim L, 18:56:19 03/12/08 Wed
- Welcome to Lallybroch, Kimberly! We're delighted to have you here, too! And I understand completely about looking for real-life connections to The Books. A woman who used to work with me has a little boy, red-heided and blue-eyed, whose name is Jeremiah. Guess what I call him? Glad you've decided to join us as we all wait for further adventures! (NT) -- MiladyM, 05:21:44 03/13/08 Thu
Brand new hoser -- Catherine, 08:38:37 03/05/08 Wed
Hi everyone, I'm Catherine. I'm new here and just would like to introduce myself. I'm 19 and got into Outlander by my mom's nagging me to read it. Well, I finally did and now I'm obsessed. I finished all 6 books and I'm currently on Voyager for the second time around. I'm so glad there's a place to go and rant and rave about Jamie. Now my boyfriend and sister wont have to hear me anymore. So yeah, hello to everybody and have a nice day!

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- Welcome Catherine!! Nice to see anothe hoser joining the ranks! See around the boards! (NT) -- stillcleaning, 09:27:41 03/05/08 Wed
- welcome! you will love it here. i also first read the books when i was 19!!! am 30 now and still love them. enjoy this place (NT) -- oorjanie, 12:53:50 03/05/08 Wed
- Welcome to Lallybroch, Catherine! Always room for another hoser! Rant and rave all you want - we're right there with you! (NT) -- MiladyM, 04:36:27 03/06/08 Thu
- Welcome to Lallybroch Catherine! Look forward to seeing you around the boards! (NT) -- Kim L, 05:00:51 03/06/08 Thu
- Hi Catherine! Nice to meet you. Welcome! Hope to be seeing you around the 'broch--please add a last initial since you have a popular name around here. It would help keep us from getting confused. Thanks! (NT) -- Lady Jay, 10:56:23 03/08/08 Sat
- Welcome to the Boards! Rant away, we'll join in.... (NT) -- Niseold, 05:47:36 03/11/08 Tue
Hi! new here -- Katelyn, 11:11:25 03/06/08 Thu
Hi everyone! I absolutely *love* The Outlander books. My friend bought me the first book for my birthday one year and I've been hooked ever since. I've read each book so many times that I lost count! I absolutely love Jamie and Claire. More so Jamie. I wish Jamie was real...I love him! haha. I made my mom read these books and she loves them too. But it's very nice to find this site and to be able to talk to other people who love these books as much as I do. Anyway, I just wanted to say hello!

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- Welcome Katelyn! You're not the only one who wishes Jamie was real! lol! I keep trying to get my hubby to read the books hoping something may rub off on him. But then again, it just wouldn't be the same without the kilt. :) (NT) -- stillcleaning, 16:50:45 03/06/08 Thu
- Welcome to Lallybroch, Katelyn! You'll find yourself in good company here - we all love Jamie (and Roger, and Ian, and then there's Dougal, and let's not forget Fergus, and...) Well, what's not to love? See you around the boards! (NT) -- MiladyM, 04:25:27 03/07/08 Fri
- Hi there, Katelyn! Glad you're here. The Books have a way of reaching out and grabbing some of us, don't they? We know just how you feel. Welcome to Lallybroch! Hope to be seeing you around the 'broch! (NT) -- Lady Jay, 10:54:42 03/08/08 Sat
- Hello to you too! Yes, we are quite crazy over James as well! Most of us have done more than a couple of re-reads! Check out the Books Board for daily quotes. (NT) -- Niseold, 05:34:48 03/11/08 Tue

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