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hey vivrose: first year is the hardest thing in my mind, by taking one day at a time is smart thing to do , I feel having stroke is the lowest point in life's wheel and now ride is going up, so things is going to improve every day. slowly and steadily you will create your new routine. easing slowly back to work is right thing to do. Asha

hi vivrose: welcome to wonderful world of logging which I have found very therupetic. I now blog less often, Since I am at much better shape in my life after 6 years. I stroked at age 34 which left me paralysed on my left side, I never thought I will be able to enjoy life one more time, but because of my blogging & staying connected with other stroke survivors made life much more interesting, I stopped feeling alone. we would love to know more about you through your blogs. Asha (now 40 year old survivor)

Wes: Thanks for updating us. Although we know you are moving well in your life we still wonder about our friends. recovery never stops till you stop trying. I am sure with your determination you will pluck that guitar too. Asha

hi Annie: stroke teaches lot of good things to us. It teaches us patience, it teaches us to let go and trust the will of god and to believe whatever is happening in our life is for our benefit. Its hardest lessons I have learnt post my stroke but it has made me better person due to it. So sometimes even when it looks bleak, only good things comes out. Asha

Fred: what a uplifting blog. I believe in power of positive thinking too. at our house I try everything, my argument with my hubby that unless I don't try something how will I know I can still do it, yes its sometimes frustrating to see your loved ones struggle in simple task, but unless you allow them, how will they achieve independence. I am glad he relented and today because of all the improvements I have made physically & emotionally I feel I am worth it. I tell him I can still take care of my family singlehandedly Asha

Jeannie: glad it ended all well for you guyss and all was under warrenty. yes luttle aggrevation sometimes but that's life never dull moment. hopefully now everything will be under control. Asha .

hi Annie: as long as you are getting good sleep it doesn't matter much whether you sleep downstairs or upstairs. I felt like woman again when I was successful wearing bra single handedly. irony is that after 6 years of wearing bra singlehandely, I don't know even remember how I wore my bra with two hands lol Asha

lenny: I agree with you life is still grand, to be able to enjoy with your dear ones is the greatest gift this second chance in life has brought in our life Asha

hey Annie: it feels scary at first, but more you do it for yourself, better you will feel emotionally and physically. I still remember first time when I tried walking outside my husband took small stool with him thinking incase I get tired and needs to sit down, well good I never paid attentions to his concerns and kept pushing myself, today I walk 6 miles outside & on treadmillatleast 4 times in a week. do whatever you can do with safety in mind and things will improve. life is rollercoster ride, yor stroke was lowest point of life, now hang on tight ride is going up. Asha

Bruce: thanks for informing us, you will be in my thoughts and prayers for successful surgery on day of your surgery. Asha

why does that happen alway. I feel the same way though as long as our health is good these things can be replaced. hope you are done with all the expenses for now. Asha

hey Anaruk: never knew you were teaching courses at masters level. I don't remember talking with you before but blame it on stroke. do you live in NJ too? wow in future maybe we will meet up sometime. Asha

hey Anne: other than your therapist even we are smiling ear to ear & cheering for you. do you have railing on both side of stairs, That's the only modifications we have in our house & it has made me very confident. I go up and down stairs atleast 10 times during day. I think asking or help where you really need is not sign of weakness but sign of strength in my mind. Sometime it feels like you will never feel same or happy again. but I want to tell you things will become better. someone once told me happiness is a choice, and sometimes I have to do make that choice every day. Asha

hey Axel: welcome to wonderful and therupetic world of blogging.It's great you were able to go back to work. my stroke retired me prematurely at age 34. hopefully you can apply your skills in different field, though job market is tough right now, good luck in your search. If you blog regularly then only you reap the benefits of blogging. Asha

hi Anne: welcome to wonderful blog community. I stroked at age 34 which left me paralysed on my left side. Though I found out first hand online blogging hugely therupetic. I can tell you from my personal experience that first year is the hardest adjusting emotionally to get used to new you. I used to feel so alone in the begining, but blogging & chatting with other survivors made me realize I am not alone, and I am still me, and my family still loves me. That was huge motivator for me to start rebuilding my life once again, and today at age 40 I am proud of myself & love myself the way I am. Asha(40 year old survivor)

Sue: I am so glad you got your break at your breakaway camp, and I admire your strength that all this ongoing battles in life hasn't made you bitter. I am so glad it made you better and kinder person & we all are benefitting here at strokenet. Asha

hey Fred: great blog. I also feel I have found once you accept new you, happiness is not far behind. I realized I am still worth a lot even after my disability. Asha

George: glad to hear your summer report. life seems to going great for you & your life canoe has found even keel. Asha

Tony: I am glad you had great walk. you are growing in spirituality, and in time will realize stop listening to our monkey brain which keeps on telling you are not good enough or all negative thoughts. you are still you and very worthwhile person. we have scheduled chats on SN every day from 3-4 in the afternoon & 8-9 in the night EST. come & join us & you will feel less alone. Asha

hi Sue: your coffeebreak sounded relaxing and amazing. its one of my dream. I know sometime going with flow is hard thing to do, since we want to control everything, but I feel usually nothing is in our control anyways, we have to do our job as best we can and leave rest in God's hands that's my simple philosophy, and it has helped me flow with life easily without kicking & screaming.

Bruce: thank you for updating us. have faith and do what you think is best way to go.living with sword hanging on your neck for rest of life is no picnic, but evaluate all the options and then leave it in hands of God. keep us updated on your plans and you will be in my prayers. Asha

hey Fred: have a wonderful day tomorow on your birthday. I can't believe dow jones & price of the house. Asha

Janice: that's sweet custom your mom has created. as we grow old we gain the wisdom to appreciate r parents. Asha

Fred: :congrats: walking without cane what a great accomplishment. I am so happy for you, you made my day and today is very special day of mine. keep on giving good fight and enjoyig your second chance to fullest. Asha

hey Katrina: I am so happy for you. with perservence like that happiness & phil has to find you:) I am so happy. I wish you ton of abudence in your life. love Asha