It's my birthday. Back in April, I had no idea how sick I was, but when not one, but two of your doctors tell you that if you had waited another week, I could've died from the infection I had in my colon, that kind of makes you think. Even though I had to have a colostomy and ended up with my stoma, I keep telling myself it's worth it. And if I am lucky, I can have a reversal, but I'm here. Alive and grateful.
Congratulations on choosing life! I think most of us are grateful for the life that our ostomies gave us.
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I am scheduled for my reversal on 12/4. All my pre-admin stuff is completed and my GI signed off on the clearance letter this morning. I am super excited and looking forward to not having a bag. I just hope all goes well and heals well so I don't wake up with a temp bag which will lead to yet another surgery.
I have learned a lot from this website and will continue to be on here even after surgery. To all the ostomates out there, keep your heads up and keep pressing forward. We all have good and bad days. Best of luck to you all.
I will be sure to post my progress after surgery. I'm praying for you all.
Happy birthday and many happy returns.
Should we warn Texas about the party tonight?
Happiest of days, Tee! You have a lot to celebrate this year, so go enjoy your favorite things!
Happy birthday, make it a good one. We are all wishing you the best.
IGGIE