Seltion Tools

Using the magnetic lasso tool, is there a way to select multiple objects at the same time. Lets say...... can I select a flower, keep it selected, then select something else on the other side of the picture that isnt touching the flower? Please be specific, click by click

1. Using the magnetic lasso, select your flower or whatever you want to lasso
2. Hold the shift button
3. Magnetic lasso the 2nd object you wanted to lasso as well.

That help? If it doesn't then go ahead and post the picture so we can see what you are trying to do and help!