Since my supply of stealthily-obtained IBS meds has run out again, I thought I'd try once again to do without. My stomach has become increasingly bloated, my lower GI tract is cramping/siezing up again and none of my other "remedy" options seem to work. However, I was still feeling a bit uneasy about obtaining the necessary meds for wellness through the overseas pharmacy I have used in the past. Not that I have had problems with the company - their service has been stellar. I just question the morality of obtaining this medication (even though my doc says its totally legit) through the loophole of an overseas supplier (the particular med has been suspended for sales in the US indefinately.)

At mass yesterday, I sat in the pew, my lower GI feeling full and painful. I prayed after communion for some direction. Then they announced our recessional hymn: "Go."

I turned to my husband and whispered, "I think that must be the theme song for people with IBS!" As in , "I wish I could just GO! (me before meds)" "Ooh, I feel better 'cause I gotta GO.(me on meds)" "Oh dear, I better find a bathroom quick cause I gotta REALLy GO! (people with the OTHER form of IBS)"

To me, that unusual hymn selection was a pretty clear validation. I ordered the meds after we got home!