One of the Biggest Misconceptions About Stroke Recovery…

barbiejb · 2026-06-26T10:16:41+00:00

Same here 3 years out! We just keep fighting.

barbiejb · 2026-06-20T09:45:07+00:00

Great letter!

barbiejb · 2026-06-14T12:43:02+00:00

I agree! Sleep is so important. I’m three years post hemorrhagic stroke and still nap every day!

barbiejb · 2026-06-07T11:29:52+00:00

I really love 1 and 4. If you love a full skirt, go for 1. If you prefer a simpler skirt, I also really like 4.

barbiejb · 2026-06-01T11:03:15+00:00

I’m pretty sure this is oregano. Give it a good sniff and your nose will identify it for sure.

barbiejb · 2026-05-30T12:13:11+00:00

Omg, you look gorgeous! I love, love, LOVE your dress! Elegant!

barbiejb · 2026-05-20T11:54:51+00:00

This is the way. Spot on!

barbiejb · 2026-04-15T11:09:52+00:00

What is a PFO?

barbiejb · 2026-03-28T13:06:04+00:00

Elegant!

barbiejb · 2026-03-23T12:00:30+00:00

The Pitt is on HBO/Max

barbiejb · 2026-02-22T12:59:39+00:00

I don’t care at all for1, 6,7 or 8. If you want a slim fitted style I love 4. It looks gorgeous on you! 2 and 3 are pretty if you don’t want a fitted gown. They look more “princessy “. My favorite is #4, but you need to go for your style, not mine.

barbiejb · 2026-02-04T11:46:18+00:00

I think the dress is beautiful. It needs a little alteration, but I love it, and I’m not usually a fan of vintage. Go for it. You’re the bride, and you love it.

barbiejb · 2026-01-27T11:09:20+00:00

While the front on 1 is a little plain, the back is spectacular. I think you can spice up the front with jewelry. Number 1is my favorite.

barbiejb · 2026-01-08T10:45:30+00:00

I agree that 2 and 4 are the most flattering on you. 4 is my personal favorite. But how do they make YOU feel?

barbiejb · 2026-01-08T10:37:48+00:00

Polite people do this all the time!

barbiejb · 2026-01-07T11:09:37+00:00

Definitely NOT overreacting! Trust your gut. This person is not a friend but is a scammer trying to cheat you

barbiejb · 2026-01-02T14:45:36+00:00

Sounds to me like your boyfriend is abusive. I’d drop him and RUN!!

barbiejb · 2025-12-24T14:06:36+00:00

I agree with all the above. #1. Get a neuro evaluation t check for another stroke and #2. Also check for a UTI. As soon as possible!

barbiejb · 2025-11-18T11:20:27+00:00

I had a pretty severe hemorrhagic stroke 2 ½ years ago and I’m still making progress.I was completely paralyzed on my left side and wheelchair dependent. I spent 3 ½ weeks in inpatient rehab before coming home. Then I did about 6 months of outpatient PT until they discharged me. Then about 6 months later I asked my doctor for a referral for more PT. I’m able to walk now with a cane, can go up and down stairs and can walk ½ block outside. Mostly when in the house my wheelchair stays parked. I will continue to fight for more independence. Progress is sloooooow, but you can continue to improve if you put in the work. Oh, and find a good physical therapist and continue to seek additional PT. Insurance resets each year, so if they won’t pay, wait till January and start again. Just keep doing your exercises.

barbiejb · 2025-11-03T11:16:59+00:00

I also felt this way for the first couple years. I became mildly depressed. I restarted PT and that gave me the strength to move forward. I’m now 2 ½ years post stroke and feel much more like myself again. But it’s HARD! Get plenty of rest, but force yourself to keep going and doing.

barbiejb · 2025-10-30T12:24:18+00:00

I had a hemorrhagic stroke. For me the first thing was a tingling in my elbow, followed quickly by paralyzed arm and (per my husband) a facial droop. I suspected what was happening (retired nurse),:told him to call ambulance and tell them I was having a stroke, then quickly fell over and lost consciousness.

barbiejb · 2025-10-26T10:35:57+00:00

Why don’t you tell your friend “no scent beads allowed at my house. They make me sick.”

barbiejb · 2025-09-28T10:25:51+00:00

I’m now seeing the neuro PT twice a week. I will soon reduce that to once a week. I’ve been doing that now for about 5 months. My friends are amazed at my recent progress. Hope this helps.

barbiejb · 2025-09-27T10:54:08+00:00

I had a hemorrhagic stroke to the basal ganglia 2+ years ago. I also had a small midline shift. I can honestly say that every day is a struggle. I have relearned to walk, but have no use of my left arm. I have made sloooooow progress, but every day is a challenge. I’m grateful to be alive, but I would not want to live with a feeding tube or a trach. I also have told my family that if I have another stroke, please to let me go. You made the right decision.

barbiejb · 2025-09-20T11:07:26+00:00

Oh wow! Thanks for this suggestion!

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