I just found a new chat server that we may be able to use in place of the vacant, cob-web infested empty chat room that we used to have (no thanks to MSN). check this out, i just found it so i dont know if there are any kinks other than the site seems new and there isn't that many people on it but check it out anyway. here it is
www.chat-aussie.comMSN Chat is now gone. So if your looking for a good free chat check this out www.chat-aussie.com its cool come join us today !!!!We offer all Group Owners a full Registed 24/7 chat room !!!!
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Very nice chat site
Hope to see you there very soon
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(I hope this helps)
Joe
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