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crazyfly

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crazyfly Newbie
crazyfly
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I've looked around and I don't see a place for new members like me to introduce themselves. Am I missing something or should I just dive in maybe describing my diagnosis in that forum?

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kareng Grand Master
kareng
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I've looked around and I don't see a place for new members like me to introduce themselves. Am I missing something or should I just dive in maybe describing my diagnosis in that forum?

You may dive off the diving board in the section than pertains to your questions.

crazyfly Newbie
crazyfly
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ok thanks

Jestgar Rising Star
Jestgar
Posted

Nope. No cheerful greeting for you. Instead you get the immediate helpful support of the people that frequent the section you've chosen.

Problem with the kiddos? Post in the parents section and get the 'hello' from moms and dads who have been there.

Nasty skin problems? Scratch along with the posters in the DH section.

Want to pretend for a little while that you've never heard of gluten? Join us in the 'tickle me elbow' thread or on the song game in the "anything other than..." forum

GFinDC Veteran
GFinDC
Posted

Hi,

Some people post an introduction in the Celiac Meeting Room. But there is no requirement to do that.

So here's a cheerful greeting for you anyway! Hi ! :D

http://www.celiac.co...c-meeting-room/

GottaSki Mentor
GottaSki
Posted

Welcome Crazyfly!

Post away...there is always someone hanging around that can answer questions or provide a virtual shoulder when needed.

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FrustratedMom-of16yrOld Newbie
FrustratedMom-of16yrOld
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I've looked around and I don't see a place for new members like me to introduce themselves. Am I missing something or should I just dive in maybe describing my diagnosis in that forum?

Hi, I'm new too and I just spent the last hours looking for the same thing! I've never blogged so I'm not sure how to even post my questions.

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mushroom Proficient
mushroom
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Hi, I'm new too and I just spent the last hours looking for the same thing! I've never blogged so I'm not sure how to even post my questions.

Judging from your name, I assume you will be posting about your child.  You might try the section called Parents of Kids or Babies, and start a new topic there.  There is a Start a New Topic Button and a space for a caption. :)

FrustratedMom-of16yrOld Newbie
FrustratedMom-of16yrOld
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Judging from your name, I assume you will be posting about your child.  You might try the section called Parents of Kids or Babies, and start a new topic there.  There is a Start a New Topic Button and a space for a caption. :)

Thank you!

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