New Start
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:Clap-Hands: We have decided to hit the road and get out of this Arizona heat. Denny had a successful PFO Closure last week so we are no longer tied to Coumadin and the requisite blood tests. He also has a break from six months of physical, occupational and speech therapy.
We sold our beloved sailboat because it was no longer an option for us. While I was fine at the helm and trimming sails - I was worried about single handing a big boat in an emergency. It was also extremely difficult for Denny to board the boat and get below decks.
So, we thought we would just take off in our big Dodge truck and camper for cool country. What the heck, he can practice his "home" therapy just as well in the woods as he can at home. Didn't work, the camper door opened in the wrong direction and he couldn't hold on to anything to climb inside. Plus, if you have ever climbed into a cab over camper, you know what I mean when I say that it was like a wall on an obstacle course for Denny. Heck, with my short legs even I have a hard time climbing in bed. SO, that is up for sale.
On to option three - How about a Motorhome???? I know - glug glug goes the gas. But, it sure would make travel easier for us. AND the added bonus is being able to take the dogs. Not many hotels are too pet friendly when you check in with two weimaraners, one 50 lbs and one trying his best to reach 90 lbs. So, I researched them for about a month and a half and found just what we wanted online. After sealing the deal, my wonderful son and his buddy flew back to Chicago to pick it up and drive it home for us. We are anxiously waiting for them to arrive. Denny is aphasic and also has apraxia. He has asked me at least 15 - 20 times the past few days, "Motorhome? What day Motorhome?"
We have been busy making plans for our first trip. Of course, I have to practice driving, parking and backing up. One of our traveling buddies is going to come and teach me all the ins and outs of hoses, pumps, generators and more. I guess this is part of the stroke life that is hard for me. Learning to do all the things that Denny used to do for us.
Until next time, moving on!
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