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Lisa,

All of our recovery is in HIS time, not ours. I too try to push sometimes a tad to hard then I pay the price for it. I tend to push myself to also live up to my daughter's expectations of me as her hero. As the Mariah Carey song "Hero" says the hero lies within you. Another member Elondie has mentioned Miley Cyrus' song "The Climb". I've really listened to the words since she mentioned it and those words as well can be applied to a stroke survivor. We are all heroes climbing that ol darn mountain together arm in arm.

Diana,

Have a wonderful and safe trip dear. Will look forward to seeing the gallery with your pictures

Sue,

Glad all was successful for you and Ray while you were away. Welcome home

Super news Diana. Hope all continues to go well.

the test worked! :happydance:

Diana,

I am so so happy for you.

Katrina sweetie first of al gorgeous picture! You just had to be one of the most beautiful gals there I bet. You make a sweet couple.

Fantastic news on how great your job is going. What a terrific experience for you. Once again, Auntie Donna is very very proud of you.

(((hugs)))

Ann,

Enjoy your time away dear lady as you truly deserve this "Ann" time. I know you would not have gone if Bill was not doing well or was not going to have great care while you were away.

Enjoy your time and thank you for updating us - 5 months huh? Time flies when you're so busy.

Hi Diana,

Great first entry dear. Taking the blog plunge isn't as hard as it appears. I'm sure, in time, you will be able to do the many things that you want to. My thoughts are with your sister's father-in-law and for Robin for a terrific recovery.

I look forward to more entries from you. How's are the still newlyweds doing???

I'm so happy to hear Jo that all turned out ok at the doctors; hope he can resolve your rash issue. I occasionally get an itchy rash on my affected leg from my afo and the itch drives me crazy. After 4 years, if a scratch the itch must be careful as the skin wil break down quickly and I'll have a greater mess to deal with.

Enjoy your summer sweetie - look forward to hearing all about your trips.

Terrific entry Wes and great account of vacation with the exception of course of American Airlines. Dynamite pictures as well.

Terrific entry Sherry. I also think you should compile your entries into a book. You are awesome sweetie and quite inspiring.

That is a terrific song Yolie. We all have our share of mountains to climb that's for sure.

Thank you for sharing with us.

Naomi,

Hi there stranger! Yes, time does go speeding by huh. Why does it seem too that the older we get the further it flies? For me, it seems that since I have learned post stroke to appreciate each day, the days just motor on bye so much faster.

I'm so glad you had a great visit with Wes and Debbie - that's super. even after 4 years, my family will see improvements in me as we don't see each other on a weekly or monthly basis. Toe comments do help to forge ahead. Just think how much more improvement you will see the next time you see Wes - that's super he is doing so well.

Hi Sue and welcome home dear. Glad your trip went well and you are home safe and sound.

The latest trip was last Friday (prior to Memorial Day) of going on a round trip to the library (4 miles total) plus cruisin inside the library. No problems encountered out of the ordinary. Weather since has deterred me as forecast has been rain and the forecasters were right so good thing I paid attention.

When I spoke to my brother the other night, he let me know that he's heard reports of Donna sitings in the area

Beautiful poem Lisa. Thank you so much for sharing it with us.

Lisa,

Welcome t the blog community. I agree, our lives are definitely based on balancing. I also have a child at home. My daughter was 12 when stroke smacked into me - she's now 16 - will be 17 in August.

Katrina gal - Congratulations on your grades sweetie. Oh, and who said they were going to fail this year???? Do you know this gal???

I'm so so proud of you, You hung in there and it paid off for you. Super news as well about your extracurricular activities with the clubs and organizations. Will be looking forward to hearing about your summer job. Looking forward to seeing the prom pictures as well. Bet you were the best looking couple there.

I know how badly you feel about your friend; try to take the quiet time though as a chance to regroup yourself. Before you know it, summer will have gone by and you'll be tackling college courses once again.

(((hugs)))

Cathy,

Congratulations Grandma!! Exciting news. How cool is that that the children will able close in age. Grandma will be vey busy.

Keep forging ahead Ken. Hope your docs in Aussie-land gain access to newer therapies. Foot drop does stink.

Good for you Jeannie. I have done sports bras since right after the stroke. One day I still hope to be able to wear a real bra and not ones with Hanes Sportswear on the front LOL

Sherrie,

You've been quite busy dear. Never a dull moment for you for sure. Glad your day was better. Your new home sounds terrific.

Fred,

I'm glad you have received answers finally. As we know, as recovery does not end, maybe the brain will rewire itself and usage of your affected arm and hand will improve. Hang in there dear friend and keep on keepin on. Hooray on your use of your leg!!!

Hi Cindy and welcome to the blog community! As Asha stated the road to recovery is so different for each of us. Your family could be "over-protective" of you as they are scared that something else will happen to you. When stroke first met up with me, my daughter (she was 12 then) and I were living 2400 miles away from most of our family. As it was just her and I, I did not really experience that watchfulness that you are. As I singe Mom I had to push myself hard in my recovery so I could be independent versus having to go to a nursing facility.

I hope your shoulder improves so you can return to your therapy. For me, I still have to remain cautious as my good side has taken the brunt of 4 years recovery and adapting for my affected side.