The picture, of course, is from the night before. Bryce is covering her mommy's sparkly black top with the beaded scarf. They looked decidedly less chipper the next morning.Unfortunately, the afternoon resulted in Laddie being transported to the hospital with a stroke. It was on the right side of the brain, and he has lost the use of his left arm and leg, but since the stroke was on the right side, his speech was not affected. At present, he is doing as well as can be expected. He knows us and is able to swallow and to eat with help.
Today has been better than yesterday, and we hope tomorrow will be better. I'm reading and commenting on blogs when I have a chance...it provides distraction and stress release. :)
Jen, I'm sorry to hear about Laddie. I hope his recovery is swift. Take care, Deb
ReplyDeleteOh, what bad news about Laddie. I'll keep thinking about you and check back to see how he's doing.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful family you have! :>) I'm so sorry hear about Laddie. Sending quilted hugs to wrap you both in.
ReplyDeleteWhy does something wonderful have to be balanced with something awful? I'll be thinking of you today, Jen.
ReplyDeleteSounds like you are coping well. I feel sad for you regarding Laddie's stroke, and joyful regarding the lovely baby and the family...what a striking photo. I believe that God gives us the grace to get through these times, one day at a time. I hope that he improves and your life stresses decrease. Hugs...
ReplyDeleteVia you writing about Laddie, I feel like I know him somewhat...its good to know he recognizes family and still has the speech...but hangeth in and take care of yourself.
ReplyDeleteWhat mixed emotions just reading about the different filaments of life you are experiencing. Really glad the blogosphere is giving you some space for personal coping. Know how that one goes, all too well ...
ReplyDeleteSending you positive energy and cyber hugs - this too will pass.
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Thinking of you, Jen, and all your family. Take care, Debby
ReplyDeleteI too am struck by the contrasts of your New Year's Day. The joy of a sweet precious new life to be a part of, and the sorrow of Laddie's fading. I'll be thinking of you.
ReplyDeleteDeborah -- Thanks, for the good thoughts. I think we are in for a long recovery, but he does know us which is a good thing considering the circumstances.
ReplyDeleteKay -- He is still hanging in there, and he doesn't seem frightened by the change in circumstances, which is what I'd worried about.
Angie -- Thanks, Angie, and I really appreciate the quilted hugs, the very best kind.
Debra -- I don't why, but it is often the case, and I'm grateful for it. Having the new grandchild helps keep things hopeful. Thanks for checking in.
Connie -- I am coping, thanks. I've been working on my coping skills for the last few months, and they have stood me in good stead. Hugs received and much appreciated.
Karoda -- His vision prevents him from physically recognizing us, but that he still knows us just by our voices is encouraging. Of course, I'm not saying that much of what he says is coherent, the aphasia took care of that long ago, but he says our names, knows our voices. Thanks, K, I appreciate your concern.
ReplyDeleteACey -- A mixed bag, eh? :) Yes, the blogosphere provides a place to verbalize and come to terms while receiving remarkable support. Thanks, ACey-
Marie -- And there is a time for everything under heaven... Thanks, Marie.
Debby - Hey you, haven't heard anything out of you lately. Are you making baskets and planning on your return to N.Y.? Thanks, Debby, we are all taking care of each other, a very good thing.
Jane Ann -- The day began and ended in completely different worlds, but life is full of those contrasts, isn't it? I do appreciate your thoughts and will be checking in on you as time allows.
oh what a bittersweet day you had. I am so saddened to read about laddie's stoke - like many of your other blogging buds, I feel as if I know all of your family. and laddie's journey has been so rocky at times. light and love and a bushel of virtual hugs to laddie, you and your family.
ReplyDeleteI will keep you and Laddie in my thoughts and prayers. Beautiful baby!
ReplyDeleteThinking of you and your family. Take care of yourself along the way! Best, Kim
ReplyDeletekimy -- Thanks so much, Kim. Today is a very grey Sunday and the light you send is doubly appreciated!
ReplyDeleteJules -- Bryce is Laddie's great-granddaughter and helps us realize the cycle of things. Thanks, Jules.
Kim -- We are so fortunate to have the help and support of our families. Thanks for all of the good thoughts.