Having an ostomy is a love/hate relationship

Mr. Stoma has a mind of its own.
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I never thought I'd get so acquainted with my own poo. I call these "oh shit" moments! Note the sly smirk on Mr. Stoma's face. Totally intentional.

Cancer Owl - ostomy love hate

Comic credit: Cancer Owl

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Learning the ropes to care for my new stoma one step at a time

After surgery the pain was very present, very uncomfortable, very real.

young girl looking out the window
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Most people seem to focus on the "what" and not the "why" of our ostomies

From one ostomate to another, I promise it does get better.

woman looking away in field
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What I do when people say rude and unkind things about my ostomy

Bottom line, people who matter don't mind.

Catriona Smith
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Life-altering surgery hasn't stopped me from traveling the world alone, twice

It is quite simply the best thing I have ever done.

Molly Atwater ostomy 101
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If I can make a difference by sharing my story, I’m certainly not going to be quiet about it

Olly and I have got plenty to say about our new normal.