Hello to all my friends. I wanted to take a minute to thank everyone who senT me messages during my recent plastic surgery. I am still in recovery and dealing with post-surgical issues but, I wanted everyone to know that I truly appreciate the love and support during this time. I had so many emails that I wanted to say thank you to everyone but, my work time on the computer being limited I choice to thank everyone 'en masse'. I am truly thankful for your words of support. I am sending a special thanks to Lance, Rocke, and Caroline for coming to the house and helping me. Rocke has been by several times and has done a tremendous job of helping me. ROCKE,LANCE, CAROLINE --THANKS A MILLION. Also want to thank John Archbold who is Sales Rep for OH who came by and brought me juice! --YOU RULE JOHN. Also want to thank Larry Irvine for bringing my chair to sit in. --OWE YOU A SAM? Also want to thank Dr. Katzen's office who have been FANTASTIC! --I CAN'T GET OVER HOW MUCH LOVE I FELT FROM THE STAFF...AMAZING. Last but, certainly not least I want to thank Cheryl for flying out to California to be with me during surgery. I am OVERWHELMED BY YOUR LOVE AND SUPPORT. :-) Thank you all for your care and support!

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Shuttle services from major airports near Universal Studios and the Hilton Hotel. Hilton Car Shuttle Service [Advantage: Direct service via Lincoln Town Car. Disadvantage: Cost is highest of the 3 options] Call:818-506-2500 LAX $92 BurBank $42 Taxi Services [Advantage: Cheaper than hotel shuttle Disadvantage: Rates vary] LAX $60 - 75 Burbank $18 - 20 Can be picked up at the Airport or arranged prior. If we can get published rates from Taxi companies we will make sure to post those for you. Super Shuttle Service [Advantage: cost is much lower Disadvantage: Takes longer and makes multiple stops.] LAX $16 per person Burbank $9 person Can be picked up at the Airport. If we find a better group rate or shuttle rate we will post to the boards and the site. 4 Hour Hollywood Star Tours begin at $42 per person and can be purchased at the Hilton. Sorry no groups rates are available for the tours at this time. For more information on other tours and packages that might be available please call the hotel directly at 818-506-2500

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Greeting from Hollywood - We are so excited - it is official - We are having this year National Convention at the Universal Hollywood Hilton Hotel, October 29-31, 2004. This famous hotel sits on top of the hills overlooking Hollywood, a perfect site for us shrinking " Movie Stars". We start on Friday night, October 29 with a Masquerade Ball. So dig out and dust off that Mae West and Superman Costume, we are going to be having a ball with our entire WLS friends old and new. Come and meet the entire ObesityHelp staff. Saturday, September 30 - is going to be full of choices. During the break out sessions you will have all variety of different classes choice from that fit your needs. Here are just some of the class titles: § Cooking on the Run § How to Think Like a Thin Person § Men's WLS only class § WLS Female only class § A Spouse or Support Person(s) class § Exercise and Fitness Class § Relaxation and Massage Techniques § Body Image Class § Ask the Nutritionist § A visit with the Bariatric Surgeon § Need Plastics? § Depression - There is a way out~ § Oldie and Moldies class -Plus 1+ year post op § Post-operative care for muscles and bones § Introduction to gastric bypass surgery § Boundary Issues § A life without SCALES - § Post-operative care for gastric bypass patients § The Positive Power of Affirmations Make sure to bring a friend so you can split up and attend more classes then share what you have learned with one another. The more the merrier! I will be telling a little about each of the classes, as we get closer. I have a big surprise for everyone (if you are a volunteer - Please do not tell).... But you will love it... Saturday night is reserved just for you! You will have time on your own to visit with friends, check out "City Walk" they have so much to see, do, visit, and of course to eat and drink. Preview it at: http://www.citywalkhollywood.com/ Sunday we have a special Fashion Show, staring your friend from the boards. More about Sunday latter...We will be done by 2:00 PM so you will have time to Trick or Treat with your families. Treat yourself to a wonderful weekend with your friends here at Obesity Help! Just wanted you to know a little bit. More information to come soon! So check the boards' everyday to see what is going on. Mark your calendar now and start making plans. We have and we are so excited to be able to meet all of you. To register go to: http://ohmemberevents.com/oct.htm It's a Lifestyle! Monica Ganz, Ph.D. Support Group Specialist [email protected] 866 957-4635 x 385