Ruchie, how do you stay so cheerful and sweet while feeling so sick (and so sick of being sick)? You are a marvel! I am well, thanks for asking. The IBS has been under better control after completing the hypno program last summer. I still have to avoid certain foods but can eat more than I used to. I think I ate some bad choices tonight at a party, though, so I am worried about what tomorrow will bring! Holidays are hard to navigate with IBS - so many yummy foods to avoid and parties to be "good" at. I hope 2004 brings you a much brighter health picture - you deserve to feel well and to get back to a life that suits your sunny disposition! Happy Chanakuh (sp?) - hope you feel well enough to enjoy the holidays! Andie