I am considering starting a support group in the North Dallas/Denton area (Texas). For this question, it really does not matter where it is. Does anyone have any idea of the best way to get it started?
Thanks
Don
megalyman
Jul 08, 2015 2:36 am
Kathy
Jul 14, 2015 2:11 pm
I would love to start one in Ottawa, Canada, too. So I am open to suggestions, Kathy.
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Thank you for your quick reply. I'll discuss irrigation with my doctor. I'm sure it would be down the road. My output is still very liquid. It's all so unpredictable at 6 weeks post-op. I have such a fear of constipation as I struggled with this forever. I used a fiber source to thicken the stool but it hasn't helped very much. I guess I will continue to be positive but it is a bit of a pain. This website is great and everyone is so informative. Cheryl
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Jul 22, 2015 7:55 pm
I'm in that area and new here to Texas. I would be interested in a support group and/or helping.....
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megalyman
Jul 24, 2015 11:54 pm
Hello Babycakes, I would be happy to discuss this with you. The won't let me post my e-mail address here, so maybe we could have a discussion in private or general (see bottom right of the screen). Let me know when it is a good time to chat. Don
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Past Member
Jul 27, 2015 1:35 pm
Sounds great! I'm thinking of upgrading to the full membership, then I'll message you.
megalyman
Aug 01, 2015 2:21 am
I am glad you joined the group. Sorry I did not respond earlier, but I had some car problems that took up my time. I talked with a guy who gave me the number of the person in Lewisville. I sent her a message but never heard back. I live just north of Lewisville and would like to start a group between there and Denton. I would be glad to discuss this with you more. I don't know how much info the moderators will let me give, but if you would like to discuss, let me know a good time to go on private or general chat to talk. Don
Kathy
Aug 01, 2015 12:50 pm
I don't know if you realize, but I live in Canada. No problem with an online group, but it would be hard to meet up. Kathy
Past Member
Aug 01, 2015 1:38 pm
Don, I sent you a private message. You can reply to it even if you don't have a full membership. I'll try sending you another message. If anyone else who sees this blog and lives in the Texas Denton County area or close to Lewisville and wants to meet up, let us know.
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