hey Marden:

you indeed have great busy life, time just flies by when things are going on great, I just remember in your last blog you were talking about Prom night and now your dtr is in college. you must be proud mom.

Thanks for updating us about your busy life. It is good to know life does go on post stroke.

Asha

I am so glad for your DD. I can just imagine the wonderful life experiences she will have in college. I sent my oldest son to college at the age of 18 (I always thought I would have my kids work for a couple of years before going to college because I saw so many kids goof off during college. I paid my way, so I didn't like to see the wasted money. My son got just about all A's in his school career so I had to send him to college right away. Kids will make a liar out of you everytime LOL). So, first of all, I never thought I would send my son to college at the ripe old age of 18 but never in my wildest dreams would I ever think I would have to encourage him to go out to parties! He was always studying! He received his bachelors in Chemical Engineering and only AFTER graduating did he decide he didn't want to do that. Now he is studying mathematics at U. of MD. On his own penny. He is working on his Masters now. I am excited for your daughter.

As to you having a massage and your concerns for a massage after stroke. I was lucky enough to have a couple of massages before stroke and I haven't had one after but I would imagine it would be a great experience and perhaps you would want more! I hope you try it and let us all know. I have been in a whirlpool/jacuzzi and that was very relaxing to my muscles, especially my neck. Good Luck. Take Care. LK

Marden,

Glad to hear all is going well with your daughter at school. Yes, it just seems like last week you were telling us about Prom. Time sure flies. Enjoy your mini vacations. I've never had a professional massage although my kiddo (when I beg) will give me about a 2 minute one on my back. Feels good. Keep us posted - I'd try it.