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@joeann I don’t believe there is a risk of puncturing the stoma while irrigating. You will be using a soft rubber nipple, and inserting water. I think...

@joeann I would ask your stoma nurse for specific reasons why you shouldn’t irrigate. Don’t accept vague discouragement - you deserve concrete specif...

@veganostomy you will have to use an egg substitute as well, but you can add pretty much anything you want to “dress” it up. The key is the sauce! We ...

Stella, of course we all wish the best for you. Even if you can’t see us, we are all with you, supporting you. I hope you can get some answers soon. T...

Looks yummy, Eric. I love paella. It is so versatile, you can put just about anything in it, and you can kick up the spice a few notches if you want t...

Beautiful post, Liza. I’m really glad that you said what you said. You really have done some reflection - couldn’t we all do a bit more of that? So ni...

@joeann Just to give you some preparatory info - I like the Coloplast irrigation kit, but I prefer the Hollister sleeve. I find the Coloplast sleeve t...

@veganostomy Hi Joeann, and welcome to VO. Yes, I do irrigate, but not all the time. You are correct in that it takes a lot of time to irrigate, but I...

@mmz Wow Marian! Good for you!! This is incredible news! I am so happy that things have worked out so well for you. You can pat yourself on the back f...

Love your pot holders! You’re wrong - you are an artist. It takes artistic talent to put colours together so they work well. 🎨 Laurie

@squeakyandliza thanks, Liza. Nice to see you back on VO. We’ve missed you. Laurie

@veganostomy Thanks! No, I’m just a dabbler. I fuss so much over a painting that I think a “real” artist would just shake their head. This was a Chris...

I did it! Do you like the “new” me? It’s a painting I did for my son’s girlfriend. Laurie (aka Tigerlily)

@jattzl I have not had a hernia repair yet. “Non-essential “ surgeries are postponed here in Ontario because of Covid - again. To be honest, I’m OK wi...

Have you tried Vanilla Blush? They are in Glasgow, but will ship anywhere. I haven’t tried their products, but I do have a hernia - I think I will ord...

Hilarious! Eric, I am trying to incorporate more plant based options in my diet, but I absolutely draw the line at Eakin rings. 😆 Laurie

Terry, I think Eric might be on the right track. The wacky weather you’re having on the west coast lately might be behind this. My husband also suffer...

@alida I have not. Elective surgeries have been put on hold here in Ontario because of Covid, and I need more time anyway to consider this, so I’m fin...

Wow! Eric, I am, once again, in awe of your integrity. A mere “thank you “ seems so inadequate, but thank you nevertheless. I really appreciate what y...

Eric, I am blown away by everything you do for this site. I appreciate it very much. Thank you!! Happy New Year! Laurie