where i've been

[massbikebabe]

hey all...

I am just catching up on all the reading here...WOW...so many new faces!
It's great. I haven't been around for awhile because I have been ill. On the Friday before Columbas Day I was sitting with my Mom and brother talking about engagement rings when I had a seizure...this is new for me. An MRI 3 days later reveled that I had a stroke, (I am 42). I have lost much function on my left side, so walking and fine motor stuff has been a real challenge. Right now I am doing physical and occupational therapy because I have great
hope that I will get back most of the function I had. This has been a very difficult time for my husband and children but they rally me up everyday!

I have read extensively on the type of stroke that I had, (hemorrhagic),
and have discovered that I am lucky that I am here to type this...so please do not feel sorry for me. I am going to ride my bike again one day, and dance a joyus dance soon!

karen

[DeniseGoldberg]

Karen -
Wow. Having a stroke at any age has to be frightening, and having one at just 42 is so totally unexpected.

I'm sending wishes your way for a full recovery. You sound like you have a great attitude, and I'm sure that is a help to both you and to your family.

--- Denise

[emily_in_nc]

Karen,

I was going to say exactly what Denise wrote, as I was reading your post: "wow".

I worked with a woman years ago who had a stroke in her 30s without warning, similar to you. She eventually gained back full functioning, and I hope you will too. Thank you for letting us know what happened. You have a great attitude, and with the support of your family and that positive spirit, I bet you'll be back on your bike sooner rather than later.

Best,
Emily

[SandyLS]

Wishing you a full and speedy recovery. Wow, we just don't know what kind of curves life will throw us do we? I'm so glad you have the support of your hubby and kids. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

[newfsmith]

Hang in there. Fortunately, the OT's and PT's have made tremendous strides in helping people recover from strokes, but is a lot of work. Good luck with your recovery, and let us know if we can help in any way.

[Jo-n-NY]

Karen,

I am sorry to hear about your stroke. One never knows what will happen from one day to the next. Having a good attitude at times like this important however easier said than done. You seem to be headed in the right direction.

Keep up the good work especially with the wonderful support you have from you your family.

My good wishes and thoughts are with you.

JoAnn

[doc]

Wow again. Wishing you full recovery. Life is so unpredictable. You sound like you have the greatest attitude. That will carry you through the long work ahead.

[Trekhawk]

hey all...

I am just catching up on all the reading here...WOW...so many new faces!
It's great. I haven't been around for awhile because I have been ill. On the Friday before Columbas Day I was sitting with my Mom and brother talking about engagement rings when I had a seizure...this is new for me. An MRI 3 days later reveled that I had a stroke, (I am 42). I have lost much function on my left side, so walking and fine motor stuff has been a real challenge. Right now I am doing physical and occupational therapy because I have great
hope that I will get back most of the function I had. This has been a very difficult time for my husband and children but they rally me up everyday!

I have read extensively on the type of stroke that I had, (hemorrhagic),
and have discovered that I am lucky that I am here to type this...so please do not feel sorry for me. I am going to ride my bike again one day, and dance a joyus dance soon!

karen

Massbikebabe - Im so sorry to hear about your stroke. You have a great healing attitude and Im sure you will move strongly along the road to recovery. Your children and husband sound like a great support for you and Im sure they are feeling very blessed and lucky to still have their loving mother and wife around.

Sending healing thoughts your way.

Leslie