Its time to...

Its been 4 weeks since my Martin had his stroke. There have been some improvement, but physically its still slow. He is having trouble keeping his knee locked in place, which is so important for learning to walk again. No movement with his hand and arm. I've not been up to doing anything these last weeks and I'm tired of it. I like DIY and am determined to have the bathroom painted and ready for when he gets home, though it might be a long time before he can walk up the stairs to actually see it or use it. Today I got up early and began sanding in the bathroom. We were working on this room when it all happened. He completed the tiling and I was in the middle of choosing the color for the walls and window frame. It something I want to finish for him and for me. Today I got up early and MADE myself start. I was up by 7am took care of the mundane and then started clearing out the room, fixed my second cup of coffee then plugged in the sander. It might take me a couple of days to get it right, but it feels good to actually DO something. Tomorrow Bob and Barbara are going with me to B&Q for the paint and putty, thank God for friends and family. I'm still reading my - learn to drive in the UK - book!

Life Changers

Sometimes in the everyday, things happen and life as you know it changes forever! About three weeks ago my husband had a stroke. We were sitting, watching TV together when I noticed he looked extremely tired. When I asked if he was ok, he told me in a slurred voice that he was exhausted. I could see from looking at him that his mouth wasn't right. After speaking to him a moment or two, I called the emergence services. Within minutes they were rushing into our home, asking questions and checking him over. Once satisfied, he was brought to Derriford hospital emergency room for tests, scans and medication. He hasn't been home since. I visit him every day and I miss him terribly!