On September 11, 2001 our nation was attacked by terrorists. The SFC would like to extend its deepest sympathy and heartfelt support to those members that have been directly affected by this tragedy. The strength and determination of our nation will surely carry us through the tough times ahead.

Despite the tragedy, we look forward. In an innovate industry like ours, legislation can be a challenge to the flavorist, we are trying to make you aware of these regulatory issues. Enlightening presentations have been scheduled. Robert Vogt will give you some insight in his President's Letter.

During our September meeting, two members passed the test and were upgrade to Certified status. Please join me in congratulating them.

In times of more meals-to-go and less time to cook, it can be difficult to find fast, easy and delicious recipes. A new section in this newsletter has been opened to post all of your "secret recipes". Please check out this delicious Chili recipe sent by Mindy Edwards - I already tried it myself and it is delicious!.

You thought that only you had bad days? Let Carole Pollock explain to you how to host a SFC Meeting in her unique style. I can guarantee you will empathize with Carole after reading her misfortunes in her "A Letter from the Little Mermaid"

We, Flavorists, are creative creatures. I am sure that most of you express your creativity in more ways than one. Since this newsletter is an open channel of communication among us, I was very pleased to receive a piece of poetry from Shirley Ann Barcelon. Read her "An Ode to a Flavorist" and let the poet in you emerge.

Do you know what a google is? No, it is not a new flavor. Gerard Mosciano shares with us his latest finding on how to wisely search the Internet. Check out his web search engine article.

Are your coworkers tired of your bragging about you being the best flavor chemist ever? Wanna show off? Ready to be challenged? Grab a piece of paper, read and follow the instructions in Eugene Buday's article -flavor creation by numbers -- and beat the clock!

Tic, toc, tic, toc…….waiting for your comments

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P.S. Happy Thanksgiving, Happy Hannukah, Happy Kwanza, Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, Happy Whatever.