I was planning on putting together a get-together with ostomates from this community. I was informed of a conference next year, May 4-6, 2018, at The Holiday Inn Washington Dulles at 45425 Holiday Drive, Sterling, VA. Go to the website www.osgnv.org and check it out. You can also find it on our site on the left-hand side under Events. Look for the title "Embracing the Power of the Pouch." I don't think I could do a better job than this, plus it's in a place where most of us can get to. Please let me know what you think. It would be great if we could get a bunch of us from here to attend. Steve
streetrod
Jan 08, 2018 1:19 am
mild_mannered_super_hero
Jan 08, 2018 2:20 am
That's a wonderful idea. It's a little far for me, but there are several members here from the East Coast who should be able to attend. If y'all get together, be sure and post some photos for those that can't make it.
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streetrod
Jan 08, 2018 2:28 am
oki ill get some photos that may change some peoples minds for next year
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