Hi all! It has indeed been a long time since I've written. To make a long story short, I had my first surgery toward a j-pouch last Tuesday, October 19. I feel fantastic (I already see a huge difference in only one week!!!) and am ready to move on with my life. It's been too many years of pain, medications, and grief. I'm ready for the next two surgeries and to a new way of living.
I will likely spend more time on the Ostomies forum from here on out but wanted to wish all of you well. I found you when I was pregnant, and you remained a trusted resource for me these last few years (the worst time of all my years with this disease).
I wish you nothing but good health. Keep fighting the good fight!