Just when I thought I knew where we were headed, life threw another curveball.
It happened simply enough. Ric experienced a brief period of blindness in one eye.
“Just the bottom half of the eye,” he’d tell the doctor later. “And some weakness in my left arm.”
The family doctor recommended a trip to Urgent Care and within hours he was referred to the Stroke Prevention Unit, who initiated a barrage of tests.
Not even a week later, he is advised not to drive. Two blocked arteries in his neck indicate he is a candidate for stroke. We are awaiting the next step as I write.
And just like that, I am the sole driver in the house, with Ric dependent on me.
Isn’t life interesting!
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Life seldom unfolds in straight lines. It’s not necessary to repeat the prompt phrase, but this week let’s think about the times when life has turned an abrupt corner, or caught us off guard.
It’s easy to participate: just create a post on your own site and link back here. You might use the tag VJWC.
Look forward to your responses.
(If I am slow to respond this week, it’s because I’m otherwise occupied. I know you’ll understand.)
One Woman's Quest II 
Truly Awakened – https://awisewomansjourney.wordpress.com/2019/07/28/truly-awakened/
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Beautifully expressed.
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I hope life is better for you by now. Waiting is so hard.
My contribution:
http://oneletterup.com/2019/07/26/five-words
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Still waiting. Thanks for this story. Touching and important.
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I’m glad you liked it. And I hope your waiting time is over soon.
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Thanks.
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Powerful and gut-wrenching.
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Throwing in a bit of positive vibs here. odaciuk.wordpress.com/2019/07/24/dreamy-tranquility/
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Well done.
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Wonderfully uplifting.
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Oh my! Sorry to hear that, V.J. 😦 Happy that it was diagnosed early. There is hope now.
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There is hope. Without treatment they said he has a 1 in 3 chance of a stroke.
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Take care V. J. Will keep you and your family in my prayers.
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Thank you so much.
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🙂 And here’s mine: https://wordwhelmedwoman.home.blog/2019/07/24/just-when-i-thought/
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How I missed your unique sense of style.
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Dear VJ, I’ve had you on my heart, in my thoughts ever since I ‘abandoned amenities’ (blog)–so you’ve not been forgotten by me. I’m distressed to hear of this latest challenge, Ric’s health scare–so I’ll be praying for you both fervently. Life is such a roller coaster! And I make take your writing challenge up again… 🙂 God bless you with strength and peace. “Fleur” who was always some other name, but same heart 🙂
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So glad to hear from you. You’ve been on my mind. Thank you for your prayers and warm thoughts. One day at a time.
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Exactly–one day, or one hour, one step ❤
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You always succeed in making me smile.
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Well that’s certainly an unwelcome detour. Scary too. Sending positive thoughts. (Try to avoid too many internet searches…just a thought!)
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My prayers, my love, and my heart are with you and your husband V.J.! ❤
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I appreciate it.
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There is beauty in the fragility of an older couple helping one another through tough spots!
Will be thinking about both of you as you move through this challenge.
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Thanks Jazz.
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Thinking of you and hoping for the best.
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Thank you Maggie.
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My goodness, you couldn’t make this up. Sorry to hear such news, and trusting the experts will enable Ric to wholeness.
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Thanks Paul.
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My pleasure VJ
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I will be thinking about you and Ric and hoping everything works out well.
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Thank you, Sarah!
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Just like that. Best wishes as you and Ric take the next steps.
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Thanks Teressa.
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VJ so sorry to hear about Ric! Thinking of you both and hope that it will be sorted soon!
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Thanks Aletta. The medical system is moving quickly.
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I am glad
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