I think a few of you may remember me. I used to blog, chat and go into the forums very frequently. I had my stroke in 2006 and
after a LOT of rehab, ertc. I progressed so I could walk with a cane, altho with a limp to left leg, and I even could drive for a few
years. Then everything came crashing down when my husband of 27 years was diagnosed in July 2011 of stage 4 lung cancer
and he died 3 1/2 months later. At the same time, I took another bad fall, was in the hospital, diagnosed damage to my spine,
and then put in a brace from under my breasts to my hips for 6 months. Surgery wasn't an option due to my stroke, prolonged
hospital stay, and all the complications. So after the brace was off, I tried to get back to exercise but it was just too much for me
to handle along with the grief of my husband's death. I heard voices in my head from some of you saying, whatever happens,
don't quit exercising. Well, I did. So I have been on pain medication ever since altho' the dr. doesn't give me much (3 pills/day)
so I just tough it out. I wanted to check in but it is now time for my afternoon nap, so I gotta run. I see some of you on Facebook
but I wanted to get back where I really belong, as you guys and gals are the only ones who really understand. I see that some
of the format has changed since I was last here so I hope I am entering this in an okay place. I'll try to come on regularly and even
try some chat some time. Welcome back to me Leah (AZ Leah)