Well Here I Am...

mkline · Post by **mkline** » Fri. Aug. 01, 2014 12:32 pm

...in the hospital after having a stroke on Monday night. Went downstairs and sat down to watch the news at 11 and slowly lost use of my right side. I tried to get up and from my chair and fell down. I wasn't scared or anything, just wondering what was going on. I'll check back in later.

Mike

titleist1 · Post by **titleist1** » Fri. Aug. 01, 2014 12:40 pm

Dang.....Good you got to the hospital and are getting the necessary care.

Keep us posted.

freetown fred · Post by **freetown fred** » Fri. Aug. 01, 2014 4:39 pm

Hang tough Mike. Prayers comin your way

samhill · Post by **samhill** » Fri. Aug. 01, 2014 4:49 pm

Glad you had sense enough to get to the hospital where they can get you squared away, we'll keep you in our prayers.

newbie in ny · Post by **newbie in ny** » Fri. Aug. 01, 2014 5:07 pm

Hope it wasn't a very severe one and hope you have a full speedy recovery. You are in my prayers.

NWBuilder · Post by **NWBuilder** » Fri. Aug. 01, 2014 5:13 pm

Damn Mike,
I hope you are back in shape in no time. I will say a prayer for your speedy recovery.

mkline · Post by **mkline** » Wed. Aug. 06, 2014 7:20 pm

Thanks guys. I'm doing a lot better and am even getting discharged from the rehab center that I've been at since Friday afternoon. I can walk well enough but am having a little trouble with my right arm. Of course I'm right handed so it's been a real experience. Tomorrow I get to go home and it will be great to sleep in my own bed again. I guess I have to stop living the good life and eat a little bit better

and have to cut down on the

.

Mike

freetown fred · Post by **freetown fred** » Wed. Aug. 06, 2014 7:24 pm

I hear ya about sleepin in your own bed--7 wks on my back at Cortland Hospital & I swear the beds are made for migets:) Good you're doin better my friend

labman · Post by **labman** » Wed. Aug. 06, 2014 8:09 pm

Hang in there. Had one 25 years ago, and I was young then. being idle is the worst part. I haven't worked in 10 months now, been on disability, and it's driving me nuts!

grumpy · Post by **grumpy** » Wed. Aug. 06, 2014 8:34 pm

Mike, glad your doing better, for everyone else, fyi , when having a stroke time is important, you need to get help within three hours Max, after that its bad news.. If you don't know the symptoms of a stroke look it up, also how to tell if someone else is having one, you could save a life..

Hambden Bob · Post by **Hambden Bob** » Wed. Aug. 06, 2014 9:26 pm

I'm Glad You Checked In,both at the Hospital,and here! Sounds like your on the Road To Restoration,Mike. Stay with the follow-ups,and Learn More about what hit You. This being Human Thing can wear a Guy out. See what You can do to treat Yourself Better. From what You've already shared with us,I do believe Your heading in the right direction. Take Care,and don't be a stranger.

samhill · Post by **samhill** » Thu. Aug. 07, 2014 8:02 am

One thing to remember with any type of rehab mike is that those in the medical field go through this everyday. Some days you may think you are well enough to start doing more or eating things they suggest not but this is your first time around. Think of it as a gift from God & your getting a second chance instead of having "the big one" right off. Listen & learn.

Flyer5 · Post by **Flyer5** » Thu. Aug. 07, 2014 10:02 pm

samhill wrote:One thing to remember with any type of rehab mike is that those in the medical field go through this everyday. Some days you may think you are well enough to start doing more or eating things they suggest not but this is your first time around. Think of it as a gift from God & your getting a second chance instead of having "the big one" right off. Listen & learn.

Excellent advice. Hope you have a full fast recovery.

whistlenut · Post by **whistlenut** » Thu. Aug. 07, 2014 11:22 pm

You received a gift, so I'd suggest you pay CLOSE attention to the lifestyle choices outlined for you. Some foods will be gone forever, less of all the things you have come to love, HOWEVER the meds and activities they advise will keep you around for a long time. Ramp up slowly to where you were, and if you are a smoker.....guess what......you aren't any more. The Big Dirt Nap is greatly overrated, and there are not ANY virgins where you were headed, so sit back, relax your lifestyle, and please share more about your journey. Just when you thought you had it made, something shows you that having a life is a task we all have to work to maintain. Good luck as you get back to normal, and remember how much better good health feels. We'll see you out walking, and exchange some Coal tidbits.....