This topic is about a person sharing their experience of traveling through the U.K. and Ireland with a colostomy. It's a heartening story of how they managed their first major international trip since their surgery in 2014, and how their stoma, affectionately named "Rosie," adapted well to the journey. This experience reinforced their belief that life can be normal and active after cancer and ostomy surgery.

Here are some helpful insights and advice from their journey:

1. Before traveling, especially on long flights or drives, consider keeping your diet bland and minimal. This can help reduce any potential issues during the journey.

2. Plan your meals and fluid intake carefully while traveling. Avoid over-indulging and try to schedule longer layovers. This gives you enough time to manage your appliance and take care of restroom needs comfortably.

3. If you need to travel with additional medical equipment, like a CPAP machine, along with your ostomy supplies, look for ways to streamline or lighten your luggage. This can make traveling less daunting and more enjoyable.

4. The warmth and friendliness of the people you meet can make a big difference in your travel experience. In this case, the Irish people were particularly welcoming.

5. Be prepared for airport security checks. While some experiences can be smooth and handled by knowledgeable staff, others might not be as pleasant. It's important to be patient and perhaps advocate for better staff training to improve these experiences for everyone.

6. Embrace the humor in your journey. For instance, the traveler joked about their stoma making loud noises and wondered if it might pick up an Irish accent. Finding humor in such situations can make the experience more enjoyable.