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Congratulations! The first time is always a little stressful, but now it'll get easier. My first big trip was to Bermuda last November. All went well ...

Hi Jayne, Welcome! You've picked the best place to get information and support! Stella

Hello Tony, I also thank you for your story. It humbles me to think that, comparatively, I've had it very easy as an ostomate. Yours is a story for al...

Hi Eric, Things are back to normal here. I've experienced this problem for a few days and at different times as well. Glad to see everything is ok now...

A p.s. since I can't edit my post. It happens whether I am logged in or not. Stella

Hi Eric, I guess the problem is that we are going to a basic page with the print all on the left side and no graphics. I have Windows 10 and don't ha...

Thanks, Linda. That was my point exactly. We need to be honest rather than try to hide our condition especially if the work is of a physical nature. I...

Hi Sasquatch, Having an ostomy shouldn't impact your getting employment. Here in the USA, the Equal Opportunity Act prevents an employer from not h...

Welcome Fancy Kitty, I agree with Dona, you are only a few days out of your surgery with staples to boot, so the best thing is to keep in touch with y...

Hi again, Linda. I just read today's devotional from Our Daily Bread and it seem to appropriately apply to your situation. The web address isI hope t...

Oh Linda, I am so sorry that you are going through all this. I will pray for you as well. Some days the mountains seem higher than on others, but I kn...

Thanks everyone for the well wishes and a happy belated anniversary to you, Linda! Stella

Thanks, John. You have always been such a wonderful support - not just to me, but to all the other newbies. God bless!

Hi Liza, Welcome to the forum. What a great attitude you have! I was "prepared" for my surgery. I did a great deal of research and came to this site ...

Hi Peculiar Veggie, I am sorry that you are going through all this difficulty in your first three months. I agree with everyone so far in that you sh...

Dear Caroline, I am glad you are doing your research! I also had a surprise diagnosis of cancer. Mine was colorectal stage 2. I was told that I would ...

Hello Pink, and welcome! I am glad you found this site. You will find many helpful and knowledgeable people here to help when you need it. Eric's web...