FYI - Secret Pals

Hi - this is a public service announcement to all new Santas and/or secret pals. :o) Secret Santas and Secret Pal accounts that are "new" are technically new members and all new members are on automatic moderation for the first 5 days. This is not a punishment to you and once the five days is up, you're account will be allowed to post as normal. Until that time is up, all of your posts have to be approved for them to appear. It CAN take 24 to 48 hours, but it is extrememy rare for that to occur and typically posts are approved every couple of hours. We apologize for the inconvenience, but this has really cut down on spammer****ting the messageboards and is better for the boards as a whole. We appreciate your patience with us :thumbsup: Another thing to note - whatever name you choose as your first and last name (ie: Joe Smith - as opposed to a username: Joe_Smith) is what will show on state boards and secret pal board. Usernames appear by default only in the newer systems (main, surgery type, etc. boards). And finally, please do not use your secret pals real name in your secret name or on the boards - unless they have publicly. Many prefer to use usernames and we've had problems in the past with full real names being used. This can really distress someone that you're trying to cheer up. Thanks! If you need any further assistance, please let us know at [email protected] Happy Holidays, ~Tooter Member Services ObesityHelp.com

So I've been enrolled for the new year, but haven't rec'd my pal yet... when do you assign the pals for 2007? Thanks Judy

Hi Judy. I'm not the organizer of these events - as they aren't official OH things. You'd need to post or contact Anissa about this. Best of luck and Happy Holidays! ~Tooter OH Staff