May is Stroke Month

I new I had cardiovascular disease. This became my reality in 2010 after I suffered a heart attack. It literally came from left field. After the surgery, my husband asked me if I was "fixed"? Heck, I didn't know. I was far younger than my parents were when they passed so I just didn't know and there is not a doctor that should tell you you are. No one could figure out why I had the blockage or why at my age I had an MI. Stress probably and still does factor but there really isn't a legal pill for that!

In 2011, I had a two TIA's. Small strokes. I also had a DVT so my blood just likes to clot. In 2012 when Andy was serving in Afghanistan, I was on the phone with a friend. I hate January's! I ignored the warning signs because life just did not care. We have to get things done.

I don't remember much at all but a friend called and had the MCFD take down my door, I had a stroke. After a week in the ICU, TPA and therapy I can talk and walk about it.

I have to reflect on why? I am not a victim.

Reflection was such a part of recovery.  What do you want to do? Who are you? Who do you want to be? What do you want your children to remember?

My walk STILL stinks and I am not great in memory and yes I shake sometimes.

Educate yourself on the warning signs and be proactive and I will forever be thankful for great friends. I'll send you the bill on the door. LOL 

Listen to your heart and head~D