There are so many questions about ostomies.
And what we must wear “belly side.”
They are protrusions, but they're not illusions
that some hate and some wear with pride.
We turn to this site to help with our plight,
in search of the remedies
in a place with no enemies.
Some gain peace of mind, and many may find
some products that work; some make us shirk,
and some miss their old behind…..jb😬🥴
Justbreathe
Nov 12, 2025 12:03 pm
w30bob
Nov 12, 2025 6:01 pm
JB polishing up her poetry skills for the upcoming holidays?
Awesome... I just hope no one starts making up Christmas cards with this stuff.
;O)
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Posted by: Brooklyn kara
Nervous but excited about tomorrow. I have been reading some of the threads here and am brand new to the site. I am grateful to have had the ileostomy so my body had a chance to heal but am truly hoping all goes well with the operation and future.
I have a collapsed disk in my back and sleeping on it for the past 7 months because of the bag has caused me constant daily excruciating pain. I haven't slept through the night and have had so many accidents.
I am so glad I found this site. Gained so much information so I am much better prepared for what happens post operation and what worked for people diet and supplement (fiber) wise. Thank you for that.
I have a collapsed disk in my back and sleeping on it for the past 7 months because of the bag has caused me constant daily excruciating pain. I haven't slept through the night and have had so many accidents.
I am so glad I found this site. Gained so much information so I am much better prepared for what happens post operation and what worked for people diet and supplement (fiber) wise. Thank you for that.
Beachboy
Nov 12, 2025 7:29 pm
A poop poet. I like it.
Yep... who doesn't miss their trusty old behind? With fondness, I remember my last normal BM.
Mr. Anus, thanks for the memories. 😊
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Jo 🇦🇺
Nov 13, 2025 1:37 am
The one and only thing I miss about my old diseased ring,
is the sphincter-controlled art of a well-timed fart! 🌬️🤭🥳
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