Heya, this is my first ever blog. Hmmm, so my diary, right?!!!
Captain's log, Aug 9th - Melbourne is so cold. I'm wondering if there is medication for this bad winter weather. Ugh, I hate winter so much. And since it's nearly spring (if we even have a spring), LOLOL, today it snowed up in the Alps here. Been there, done that, fun. Yes, fall, hell yeah. Did I like it? Yes, but not at nighttime waiting to go out to bars. Hehehe, okay.....
If I can help anyone with ostomy questions, I will surely try. I'm not a doctor or an STN nurse, but I do work (volunteer) at my Ostomy Association. It might be volunteering, but really it's a way of understanding, talking to other members who are all ostomates of some sort or another. And I did and still do ask questions, like "What's that for?" and "How does that work?" and "Really, you have 3? Wow!" But it is real work, taking orders from picking them to nowadays working in the office. I call that the complaints department, and I really wish our Association was fully managed and some of us actually being paid a wage. It's so much of a job, but my body isn't always willing to get me through the rostered days I go to work. And 5 hours of office work can be more than I really can handle because the volunteers pass the buck too many times. Sick of being abused even when I'm not rostered for 5 days. But the best is to hear about the great outcomes of people who like to pop in, pick up their supplies, and to all the people I have gotten to know. And each month, they are looking healthier and happier. Okay, just thought as I have tried to blog before but had no idea what I was doing until I actually looked at what to do. Sorry, I do jump all over this site and haven't followed up on who's doing what and blah blah. Reefus is having her reversal soon, so good luck to you, my FB buddy Mandy. Also, Sherrybear has been in the hospital for her hernias, then had some surgery on her leg (poor Sherrybear, she has been in the hospital for, I think, more than a month). And hoping I can finally have a chat with my buddy Boop. Loving emoticons too. Anyway, I'm outta here for now. Be good, or be good at it. Mare-Lou Mooza. Hahaha, seeya Ambies. I do miss you very much, my lil friend or taller friend. I can't recall till the au revoir. Oh, I still type way too fast for my own brain or to check my Ps and Qs. Sorry 'bout that as well. Okay, good day, good evening, and goodnight from cold old Melbourne. Brr, brrr, brrrr. These do sum me up at times. Righty-o, toodle for now. Hope to be a bit more regular than I have been. FB too addictive. Pretty much sums me up too. LOLOL. Bye Mooza, cheerio Maremooza-looo-lou.
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This site is a godsend. As a newbie (colostomy on Nov 8, '21), I look at it every day for a number of reasons. Reading what people are going through makes me grateful that my elective surgery because of a severe case of IBS-C is nothing compared to what they have been through and are still living with.
I don't have to go to the hospital for anything related to my ostomy. I feel sorry for those who do and am in awe of those who can use humor to describe their ordeal. I identify with those who express their fears. I especially identify with those who are depressed because I am clinically depressed and have general anxiety disorder. How ironic that having a colostomy eliminated some of the depression and anxiety that the IBS created. I've been widowed twice and I'm on match.com.
I immediately included my operation in my profile and am pleased to say it doesn't seem to make a difference.
And there is much humor on this site and it's one of the reasons I enjoy it so much.
I could name numerous things I've learned from reading people's comments/questions/answers.
After months following on a daily basis, my only negative comment is I don't like listing the most popular members.
It's not that I don't like these people; I do. It's that I think it elicits some "Facebook"-like banter or comments that are gratuitous.
I don't do any social media and think that its merits are overshadowed by too much negativity.
Meetanostomate is in no way negative. I just think the gallery of "popularity" detracts from what is an excellent website that deals with a serious issue that causes a myriad of emotions.
Happy first blog day, Mare. I look forward to many more. We can use some of that chilly Melbourne weather over here after the hottest July on record. PB
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Hi ya Mooza, I still haven't put a blog on here. I just read them hoping they may help me with my shyness as to what to write. I have been coming on here since 2011. I am a fellow Aussie from NSW. LOL. You are a very funny girl and I look forward to seeing more of your blogs.
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Hi Mooza, it is hard to imagine Australia being cold, here in wet, cold, then sunny England.......... take care Gee07
Yes, Melbourne gets cold, almost bipolar weather, and yes, it snows in winter too. I live way down south - guessing the South Pole is cold!! :) It's nearly spring, so we do get 4 seasons in one day down south...
Way to go! It is very hard the first time you write anything on here. I did see you were from over the border in NSW. Hmm, I will let you off this time. BUT if we bump into each other in a public chat room, we are both in for some state-to-state rivalry. You know, the Melbourne vs Sydney rivalry. You know, it is what it is. But, by the way, I have visited your state a few times. Psst, closer, come closer. I had a great time. Maybe the Cross isn't everyone's cup of tea, but I sure felt safe there. LOL. And the real thing I wanted to do was climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge, but I think we ran out of money. It's been 7 years since I was last there, but I love to give you guys a good ribbing, just for fun. GEE007, yes, Melbourne can have four seasons in one day. We get the most ribbing about our weather. Even stranger, we do talk about the weather here. You never know, the news says one thing, but a few hours later it could be rainy, hot, windy, or stormy. I love my city, but not the weather. That's pretty much all NSW has on us. They have better weather, only. :)))) xxx Cheers! I think I actually like the forums the best. Just used to them, I guess. :)) XX boom boom!!!!
Hi ya Mooza, yes I know the rivalry is out there, but I think it is all fun and games because when it comes to the crunch, we all stick together in a crisis. But yes, we are sort of enemies. The weather here is getting as bad, I think! Thanks for replying. I know I have to write it all down, so I am going to. Thank you. I am not from Sydney, I come from the best place on the universe, lol :) Newcastle. Thanks again and I will get to it, lol :) Chat soon :) Way to go :) x
Hi! Mooza, I find it difficult to believe that Melbourne can be that cold with a resident having such a large warm heart such as yours. Zeppy xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
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Hi Mooza, not been on this site too long but I've seen your comments pop up from time to time. You seem so full of life and very positive and funny. Keep up with your blog. I too cannot believe it's cold in Aussie land. :~)). xx
An Englishman wanted to become an Irishman, so he visited a doctor to find out how to go about this. "Well," said the doctor, "this is a very delicate operation and there is a lot that can go wrong. I will have to remove half your brain." "That's OK," said the Englishman. "I've always wanted to be Irish and I'm prepared to take the risk." The operation went ahead but the Englishman woke to find a look of horror on the face of the doctor. "I'm so terribly sorry!" the doctor said. "Instead of removing half the brain, I've taken the whole brain out." The patient replied, "No worries, mate!" Affectionately...PB
Hi Mooza, congrats on your first blog! -Dcrazy..... In winter, it's been a drought where I am.
Dear Mooza,
When I had a prostate, I used to wake up every morning with such a boner that a cat couldn't climb it, a dog couldn't chew it! Can you offer me any uplifting advice?
Yours truly,
Limpy Louie.
Ha! Ha!
Sure Zep, my advice to uplift you would be: Do not, I repeat, do not cross the road without the green light. Haha! Yep, I'm back, better, crazier, and yeah, whatever. You all can ask me. I feel like what I say to my niece, I get her to call me Aunty Mumma, and no, she won't, because that creeps her out. And #1, I like to freak her out!! Boom boom :)
Limpy Loui, I'm afraid you're truly only watching your SpongeBob TV shows. Sorry to burst your bubble, hahaha, but that's my job, the bubble burster. Yeah, yeah, I know typing sucks and all that, but my brain's way too fast. And how do I know? I had a head scan, so until you have one, Mr. Zeppy, I can proudly show you mine. I surely will show you mine. HAHAHA
Hi everyone, haven't been on here for a while. Hi Mooza, how are you sweetie?
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Hi Mooza, August was some time ago. How about an update on what you have been doing? It is winter time here and not quite as cold as expected, but I'm sure it is on its way. Christmas time is also close at hand as Gee mentioned. I am used to a cold holiday but not always snow on the ground during this time. What is the weather like there this time of year? Wishing you and everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy and Healthy New Year!
Hmm, guess the second blog is slow to start. Hehe, just wanted to check in case you have put up a new blog. Hope all is well and looking forward to chatting again maybe this Friday?