This topic is about someone who is looking forward to having their ostomy reversed. Although the surgery is about a year away and will involve some preparatory tests like a hematology work-up and a CT scan, the anticipation of this change has inspired them to reconnect with an old passion: playing the guitar. They’ve even treated themselves to a new Fender acoustic guitar and are enjoying the process of rebuilding their fingertip calluses.

Here are some supportive thoughts and suggestions shared by others:

- Many people in the community are welcoming and happy for the person, offering their best wishes for the upcoming reversal.
- There’s a suggestion to combine music and poetry by pairing a fellow member’s poetry with gentle acoustic or easy-blues guitar rhythms.
- For those getting back into playing guitar, it’s recommended to ease into it. You might try removing six strings from a 12-string guitar or practicing on an electric guitar to help your fingertips adjust and avoid discomfort as you rebuild your calluses.