Hi Folks,
Just wanted to say that as of today I've had my ileostomy for six years. Doesn't seem that long ago that I was knocking on Saint Peter's door. So glad that I had the procedure. It has
really given me my life back. After a grueling 5 years with aggressive Ulcerative Colitis, it feels so good to not have to worry so much about eating, going out, or looking for that ever elusive loo. I can now eat, drink, and be merry. Though I do have to be careful with what and how much I eat, I can still eat the foods I enjoy. I haven't let this little rosebud take control over me. I've named him Junior, and right now I'm the boss. Yes, there are times that he wants to play the bully, but I handle him very well. To me, it's the mind over matter thing. I don't mind, so it doesn't matter that I have a stoma. Life must go on, and I haven't looked back since. Looking to see another 6 years. I keep a positive attitude, and that seems to be working very well. As ostomates, let's keep thinking with positive attitudes. With that said, everyone have a wonderful day and or evening.
Charleston guy
