This topic is about a cherished member of an online community returning after being away for a while. The person who started a popular discussion thread about ostomy tips is back and eager to reconnect with old friends and meet new ones.

Here are some key points and insights shared in the discussion:

1. The community is excited to welcome back the original poster and appreciates the valuable "Ostomy Tips" thread, which has been a helpful resource for many.

2. A long-time ostomate, who has lived with an ostomy for 58 years and is now 73 years old, shares that there is a lack of information specifically for those who have had an ostomy for a very long time. This highlights a need for resources that cater to the unique challenges faced by aging ostomates.