Be Careful What You Wish For

[justjudy]

Prayers for both of you.

 

[jdg345]

Some of you may have read a thread I started a few weeks ago.

The short form is that my DH (who I suggested had control issues) just advised me that our trip to OKW this year would be preceded by a side trip to Oklahoma. We live in PA and we're DRIVING 1300 miles to OK, leaving 10/09 for a wedding on 10/11, then DRIVING 1300 miles to WDW to check in on 10/13, then DRIVING 1100 miles back home to PA on 10/20. He won't fly. I was asking for suggestions.

Well, we won't be driving. My DH had a stroke on Saturday and now he isn't even in control of the left side of his own body.

He was admitted into a rehab center today and his prognosis is good, but it will be a long, hard road until he's able to drive anywhere.

I know this is/was a medical problem that caused the stroke and I don't feel guilty so please don't think that's the reason for this post. I simply want to ask that you keep him in your thoughts and prayers.

Thanks,
Betty Anne

Keeping you and yours in our prayers.

 

[liznboys]

I'm so sorry. BEST wishes to both of you!!

 

[lichevyguy]

i hope a speedy recovery for your husband, and hay its your chance to take control , lol really i hope all works out well

 

[CarolMN]

You and your family are in my prayers.

 

[disney0210]

you are in our prayers! hoping for a speedy recovery for your dh.

 

[PamOKW]

Prayers to you and your family. If your husband has the grit and determination to plan thousand of miles of driving -- get him to channel that grit into his rehab and he'll come out strong!

 

[javamom]

 

[lizanne]

Thank you all for the support, concern, good thoughts and prayers. It means a lot.

Some of you were so right. Laughter and his sense of humor has gotten him through so far and that grit and determination he has is definitely an advantage.

However, what I've found out is that I've taken that "take charge/I'm in control" personality for grantite. I know I've complained when it worked against me but it's nice to have someone who can take control when needed. I hate that I will have to be in control of alot of what lies ahead. Wish me luck.

He started Physical and Occupational Therapy today. Speach and Cognative skills are not affected. We'll have to take it one day at a time.

Thanks again,
Betty Anne

 

[KathylovesPooh]

God bless you and yours!

 

[Avojeo]

I am so sorry to hear about your DH and will keep both of you in my prayers.

 

[TenThousandVolts]

Thanks for the reminder about life's worries and what really matters.

 

[Darthmerideth]

This post caught my eye because I live in OK. My dad had a brain anuerism a few years ago, smal chance of living, even smaller chance of coming thru with no defects. Thanks to God, he did both! It really changes your perspective. However, it also makes things like family trips to Disney that much more special and you really appreciate it that much more. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

 

[Sheribo]

OMG! Been there done that. My hubby had a stroke several years ago and the recovery was tough but he is 99% where he was. My thoughts and prayers are with you. It's still early days yet but when the time comes, do take advantage of the support groups for spouses that are offered at the hospital. Chatting with others in the same boat helped us both. PM me if you want to chat. Live, laugh, love....

 

[spiceycat]

he can recover mostly - therapy has come along way.

but it will take a long time and he will often be in pain.

prayers and pixie dust.

don't ever feel gulity - it is NOT your fault. His body just gave out.

 

[BEASLYBOO]

Let me extend prayers and wishes for a speedy recovery.

 

[GGOOFY1]

God Bless you both!!

We will pray that your husband has a complete and speedy recovery!

 

[DVC 1998]

I had a similar stroke four years ago. He will survive and he will have to work very hard to regain his mobility. One thing no one told me is that you become overly emotional and cry at the drop of a hat. I have cryed over football scores. Keep steady and encourage him to work hard at his rehab!

 

[SleepyatDVC]

Wishing you both the best.