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Hi Marci, Have you ever tried making a vegan yogurt? I found that eating yogurt helps to reduce my flatulence. I believe you can make a 24 hr. variety...

Great video! Another reason why I keep coming back to this website is that I am so inspired by you, Eric. There have been days when I begin to grieve...

Hi Eric, What's an RC Truck? (Forgive my ignorance!) Stella

Hey John and Malsgal, There is something very comforting in just watching a person knit or crochet. I used to watch my mother crochet and my aunt knit...

John, Congratulations on your one year anniversary with VO! You and Eric both have been such an inspiration to me. I have learned so much in the shor...

Hi all, I've had my stoma go flush, but usually when I am showering, and that's been happening for at least three months. Also, I do use a light conve...

Hi Eric, I just came on board and read what's going on. Please take time to take care of yourself - that is paramount. You cannot help others until y...

Hi John, I am glad to hear that you do not have Crohns! My youngest brother had Crohn's, and it did not bode well for him. Hopefully, the pill will he...

Hi all! Thanks for your feedback! I am grateful to hear about your "small" but important successes. Yes, everyday has one more little victory. Being...

Hello John, I have not been on the internet much this week, so I just saw today about your problem. I will be praying that it will be easily fixed. ...

Hi all, I realize that this has to do with deodorizing, but I was wondering about mineral oil for lubrication? My ostomy nurse recommended it and sug...

Thanks for this conversation, everyone! For a rookie like me, this is very important information. By-the-by, how long do supplies last? Stella

Hi everyone, I guess I started some conversation here! I like your idea, Dona, about the press n' seal. I'll have to give it a try! The worst that can...

Congratulations, Malsgal!!!! I sort of know how you feel. About a week ago, I started mowing the lawn again. My husband and I have shared the duty for...

Hi Lisaj, and welcome to our world - "the new normal"as Dona said. I am not sure that I can help with some of your issues, because even though I am pe...

Hello Mouse and Welcome, I recently had surgery and was scared as you are now. Eric is so right in saying to educate yourself as much as possible. Kno...

Hi Sasquatch, I myself had an ostomy coach before I went into surgery. She is also a colostomate, but had a much rougher time than I ever did and stil...