After getting a little frustrated and bored being at home so much, I went on a little trip over the weekend and stayed with my parents in their lovely caravan. I was relaxing on Saturday and all of a sudden I felt the most amazing rush of love
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and overwhelming happiness towards my little friend. I have no idea what set it off, nor can I remember what I was doing at the time. It seems that while I've obviously become attached to it (literally!!!), I suddenly realized how amazing this little thing is.
Isn't it great what this little thing can do, and what a difference it can make!
It never fails to make its presence known though and is happy to voice its opinion (bit like me). I went out for a short walk yesterday and stopped off to have a cuppa and a cake in a nearby bar and while sitting at the table it proceeded to gurgle away quite happily. A while ago I would have been embarrassed and felt awkward, but yesterday I found myself sitting there trying desperately hard not to laugh!!
Just thought it would be good to post something cheery. Hope everyone is well.
Mrs O xx
Welcome to our reality, my friend... You've rejoined life as we know it and as the song says, I hope you'll dance. This is wonderful! Continued good health and thanks for starting my day with a smile... BEG
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Mrs. O, I absolutely loved your story. It is such a great acceptance of an inevitable thing we all have to succumb to! You have such a great outlook on life. I've named my stoma lovingly Gertie, and when she is acting up and making noise, my boyfriend and I just laugh and tell her to try and be quiet.
Cheers, Santabelle
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Great story, hun, now you can really get on with your life. I'm sure this will help other newbies to love their stomas. TC, ambies...
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