This past Saturday, October 6th, was WORLD OSTOMY AWARENESS DAY, and I was dressed for success! Although I cannot say anyone stopped me to discuss my bright turquoise CONVATEC tee shirt and circular sticker, I felt ready to talk. Those with whom I spent the majority of my time, of course, know the reason for my advocacy. But for anyone else, the smile on my face was an invitation to hear about ostomies: how there are more of us than ever; how it is an equal-opportunity procedure having nothing to do with how well people take care of themselves, etc.; how the procedure changes lives and SAVES lives! I am already planning my outfit for next year…wonder what color the tees will be? Maybe I should discuss it with CONVATEC! Thanks to them and all those who sponsored events for the day.