THANKS TO THE ADVICE OF ONE OF OUR MEMBERS,
OUR TWO BLACK BELTS, GARY ABATELLI AND GERALD CELENTE
FINALLY MADE THEIR WAY SAFELY OUT OF EARTHQUAKE-RAVAGED CHILE TO MENDOZA ARGENTINA.

We were greatly relieved to learn they are OK. Here are portions of their latest email:

"...Hey John, Gerry and I just pulled into Mendoza Argentina, what a
beautiful sight. We found a driver to take us here, $600 and nine
hours of driving through the amazing Andes mountains, boy are we glad
to get out of Chile. It's so nice to see glass and cement in the
shape of a building. Now for a hot shower, food, a full night sleep,
then off to Buenos Aries in the morning...extra special thanks to you
for making it happen. How fortunate we are to be part of such a
caring group. We both had an experience we will never forget, and
hope never to repeat...Once again, thanks for being
there, Gary..."

Thanks to all who expressed their concern and offered help.