Help! I've fallen and I can't get up!
I have discovered in recent weeks that when I fall, Paul cannot get me up. I have been home since August of '05 and I fell for the first time a couple of weeks ago on April 9.
I was taking a walk with my walker and was in my living room when my left foot failed to plant and I lost my balance. I was next to an overstuffed chair and I must have grabbed it with my right arm because I did not hit the floor very hard, However, Paul could not get me up and I couldn't help. Finally, he went next door and asked our neighbor to help. Kendal is much younger and stronger. So while Paul held my feet in place, Kendall lifted me to a standing position and I got into my wheelchair. I had no bumps or bruises for which I am thankful.
Last night, I was transferring from my electric wheelchair to my manual chair and I again lost my balance and went down. This time my left arm got hooked around the arm of the electric chair which kept me from hitting the floor and I landed in a sitting position. Once again, Paul could not get me up. He helped me scoot over to the transfer pole next to my bed, but we couldn't manage the job. So this time, he called a friend for help. Ted had me on my feet in short order.
Anyway, through all this we have decided that I need to lose weight, so I am officially on a diet. I had lost about 30# after the stroke, but I have put about 20 back on. So don't offer me any food when I come to chat. I MEAN IT!
That's my story and I'm sticking to it.
Vi
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