Hello Guys I am a new at this too. I just had a ileostomy bag put in on the third. In the beginning does it mess with your mind a little my surgeon never told me the after affect. I want my life back. I thought it would be easy, I feel unattractive, and I have not left my home not even to the store. I did loose my daughter in a tragic car accident. August 13,2014. I accepted that my daughter is in a better place I remind myself if I can heal not 100% Acceptance in my heart and learn to live everyday with a smile why is it so had for me to accept this.. Some stories made me smile. I believe words of encouragement helps
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