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Hi Fran
I have absolutely no problem with having a special meal ordered if that's
what it takes. Have been on various courses where they provide lunch - ie
filled rolls and sandwiches, so I just contact the catering manager at the
venue and state my requirements.  (IK, I didn't always get so upfront, but a
few times with a horrible reaction to something, or starvation, taught me to
be stroppy.

So, my advice is TELL the boss lady that for you and your colleague to
attend on an equal footing with the rest of the staff, some provision must
be made for you to eat - even if the restaurant cooks you each an omelette,
and you add the salads etc to it (muinus dressings etc).

Be stroppy, be strong and that way you get to stay healthy - plus it;'s
really important to make people aware of our condition.

Good luck
Sue Esterman in Wellington, New Zealand (where the sun shines for Xmas)
Susan Esterman
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