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        In the September edition of OPRAH magazine there is a feature
called Satellite Sisters where five sisters give their advice on a
selected topic.  This month the topic (page 87)  was dealing with
unwanted overtures.  As examples they stated,   "Your dull office mate
eager for a girls' night out.  The neighbor with the gluten-free children
itching to join your mothers group.  How do you respond to uninvited
overtures?"
     I have e-mailed OPRAH magazine expressing my outrage. I waited 24
hours so I could do this calmly :)   Here is an excerpt of my response:
"Now I can't for the life of me fathom where the problem is here.  My
sister has two beautiful children who happen to have celiac disease and
therefore must follow a gluten-free diet.  Her children love the beach,
swimming and are award-winning gymnasts.  My sister is a funny, warm,
energetic mother and restaurant owner who bakes desserts for her
restaurant.  Please explain to me why in the world she would not be
welcome in your mothers' group?"
     I also quoted some facts about celiac disease and requested a future
article detailing how it affects individuals and families.  I'm sure
there are many on this list who can do this much more eloquently than I
did.  I invite you to submit your comments to the address below.

     The e-mail address for opinions is  your [log in to unmask]
Include your name, address and daytime phone number.  Letters may be
edited.


     As a list member for over 4 years, I want to thank you all.  You are
a great resource and a wonderful group of people.   Linda

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