dad

so, i didn’t tell you how bad it was…

his mouth is numb. so, around his lips, his teeth, his tongue… he is talking a bit funny. he has double vision in his right eye… four fingers on his right hand are numb, but he can move them. he is walking a bit crooked, and is refusing most help.

we were lucky. my uncle sig had a massive stroke in his early 40’s. he completely lost the use of the right side of his body. he couldn’t speak, walk or care for himself. he was never himself after the stroke. everyone knew he wanted to die. it was very sad.

my dad’s prognosis is very good. there is no reason why he shouldn’t be able to go back to work in a few months. and lord knows, he is even harder to keep down than my mother. i’m glad i don’t have to deal with his feistyness every day.

the rocker took some pictures at the hospital. i’ll see if i can get copies.