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birdiem Regular Member Date Joined Aug 2007 Total Posts : 326	Posted 9/12/2007 6:02 AM (GMT -6)
	so my birthday is on sept 25 ( in about two weeks) and i don't really want anything. i have very generous family and friends who have asked what i want but, seeing as they can't but me a new colon, i can't seem to think of anything i want. that said, this forum has been invaluable to me (and other people) and i would like to ask people to donate. here is my problem: i dn't want them to make checks out to healing well because i don't want them looking up this website. i like the anon feel of this site and i don't want to jepordize that by telling them the "healing well" address. any ideas? maybe the colitis foundation? i just don't know... ~katie katie 22 diagnosed with cecal volvulus, 2006; two colon resections in the same year diagnosed with colitis 2007 malrotated colon no cecal valve, removed during surgery VSL #3 Flagyl to slow gastric emptying Back to Top

Red_34 Forum Moderator Date Joined Apr 2004 Total Posts : 23551	Posted 9/12/2007 6:06 AM (GMT -6)
	So you want this little treasure called Healingwell to remain a secret to your family and friends? Totally understandable but just think of what donations can do for HW! :) But if you want your friends and family to make donations other then HW you can have them make donations to www.ccfa.org I believe that it's 84 cents of every dollar donated goes directly to research and education of IBD. ^{@--->--SHERRY--<---@} ^{Left sided Uc -'92 - Colazal, Canasa, 6mp, Prilosec, Biotin, Forvia} ^{Secondary Reynauds Syndrome - '04 - Norvasc} ^{Fibromyalgia - '06} ^{PLEASE HELP HEALINGWELL CONTINUE TO HELP OTHERS BY CLICKING HERE: DONATE} ^{@--->--Moderator for Allergies/Asthma and Co-moderator for UC--<---@} http://www.myspace.com/82595818 Back to Top

birdiem Regular Member Date Joined Aug 2007 Total Posts : 326	Posted 9/12/2007 6:08 AM (GMT -6)
	i just want this forum to be for ME. i know that sounds selfish and i would like t do good things for it but i have a very nosy family and i want to keep this to myself... katie 22 diagnosed with cecal volvulus, 2006; two colon resections in the same year diagnosed with colitis 2007 malrotated colon no cecal valve, removed during surgery VSL #3 Flagyl to slow gastric emptying Back to Top

Annie76 Regular Member Date Joined Jul 2007 Total Posts : 66	Posted 9/12/2007 7:46 AM (GMT -6)
	could they make out checks to you and then you send the donation here? left-sided colitis diagnosed after 3rd pregnancy 11 years ago: was in remission for 5 years Current UC Meds: 12 Asacol per day 1 Rowasa enema at night Other Meds: Lipitor, Multi-vitamin, asadophilus, cinnamon capsules In a flare since the middle of April Back to Top

birdiem Regular Member Date Joined Aug 2007 Total Posts : 326	Posted 9/12/2007 7:48 AM (GMT -6)
	they could, i just fee funny asking fr checks made out to me...you know? katie 22 diagnosed with cecal volvulus, 2006; two colon resections in the same year diagnosed with colitis 2007 malrotated colon no cecal valve, removed during surgery VSL #3 Flagyl to slow gastric emptying Back to Top

Wooky Regular Member Date Joined Sep 2007 Total Posts : 41	Posted 9/20/2007 8:04 AM (GMT -6)
	Why don't you tell them there's something you really want for your b'day and not chq's but just money. Our family does it all the time we wrap the money up or put it a box inside a box inside another box. I'm sure if you tell them you want to donate it to your cause they will be more then willing and just explain that you want this to remain your safe haven if they feel it is inappropriate they can buy you whatever they want. Up to them Back to Top

birdiem Regular Member Date Joined Aug 2007 Total Posts : 326	Posted 9/20/2007 10:49 AM (GMT -6)
	i think it is going to work out. my mom hinted that a few relatives might be giving me checks so i can donate as i please... katie 22 diagnosed with cecal volvulus, 2006; two colon resections in the same year diagnosed with colitis 2007 malrotated colon no cecal valve, removed during surgery VSL #3 Amitriptyline to slow gastric emptying Forvia Back to Top

tjf Veteran Member Date Joined Dec 2005 Total Posts : 3238	Posted 9/20/2007 10:55 AM (GMT -6)
	That's awesome you are doing that for your b-day. My best buddy and I did our son's b-days parties together this year (born on the same day). We did donations to a charity too in lieu of gifts. I think it is a great idea:) Tabitha (Tab) 100mg Azathioprine, 2 Fibercon, Colazal-6 a day, Acidopholis Pearls, Prilosec OTC http://www.healingwell.com/donate Co-Moderator UC Forum Back to Top

birdiem Regular Member Date Joined Aug 2007 Total Posts : 326	Posted 9/20/2007 11:09 AM (GMT -6)
	thanks, i think i am going to split it between HW and the crohns and colitis foundation. unless someone has another suggestion. i am open to all. katie 22 diagnosed with cecal volvulus, 2006; two colon resections in the same year diagnosed with colitis 2007 malrotated colon no cecal valve, removed during surgery VSL #3 Amitriptyline to slow gastric emptying Forvia Back to Top

UC in TN New Member Date Joined Jun 2007 Total Posts : 8	Posted 9/23/2007 2:57 PM (GMT -6)
	I share your birthday! Great idea for your gifts! Happy Birthday on Tuesday! Diagnosed with UC in Sept. 2004 (pancolitis) Currently in a mild to moderate flare on 100mgs Immuran, hydrocortisone enemas as necessary, and had 1st Remicade 6/5/2007 Also take Culturelle probiotic, biotin, Omega-3 supplement, psyllium husk, and multi-vitamin Back to Top

dakotagirl Veteran Member Date Joined Apr 2006 Total Posts : 3402	Posted 9/24/2007 11:18 AM (GMT -6)
	I think you have a wonderful idea! I was just thinking about donations instead of gifts last night! My family always asks what I want for Christmas, etc. Such a conundrum as I don't really need THINGS. So, i was thinking about putting donations to the CCFA on my list. Best wishes Katie - you're a special gal! Pan-colitis and GERD diagnosed May 2003 Asacol 12 per day, Azathioprine 75mg, Rowasa and Canasa as needed Aciphex, Effexor XR, BCP, Rhinocort nasal spray Culturelle, Biotin, Folic Acid, Forvia, Calcium, and B12 Osteopenia (hip and spine) from prednisone use. Started Azathioprine because I was steroid dependent. Co-Mod for the UC forum Keep HealingWell running smoothly: www.healingwell.com/donate Back to Top

Bennie Veteran Member Date Joined Nov 2006 Total Posts : 552	Posted 9/24/2007 10:33 PM (GMT -6)
	Happy Birthday Birdiem and UC in TN!! I hope you are both feeling well. May you have a painfree, healthy year! --Mom of bratcat (16 years old)-- bratcat was diagnosed with pancolitis October 2006 Current meds: Asacol - 4 pills/3Xday Rowasa - 7/07 tapering slowly hydrocortisone enema - alternating with Rowasa 11/14/06 - started prednisone; 1/28/07 - finished prednisone! 3/3/07 - began to taper off hydrocortisone sloowwly! No more hydrocortisone enemas! Summer 2007 - slowly began tapering Rowasa Keeping our fingers and toes crossed!! 9/07 -- flaring? Nightly Rowasa. 9/21/07 -- added hydrocortison enemas. Back to Top

Seahorselover Regular Member Date Joined Sep 2007 Total Posts : 30	Posted 9/25/2007 5:26 AM (GMT -6)
	Happy Birthday, hope it will be filled with Joy, Enjoy your special day :>) Back to Top

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