Unplanned Detours
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
When change comes and much is affected,
Some change you would not have selected,
You move with that flow.
Learn what you don't know,
Releasing the pathway expected,
How do you handle your unplanned detours?
How often I've heard,
"Life can change in a flash."
Bob had a stroke this week.
Right hand is weak and uncoordinated,
Right arm... a bit weak.
Low stamina.
On scale of what could have been,
Damage is mild.
Medical professionals say
Very likely to regain use of hand
With occupational therapy,
Persistent exercise and time.
How wonderful is that?
It's a great prognosis.
My life has changed, too.
More attention to activities
Where my two-hand skills are needed.
Driving for all errands.
It's learning new choreography
For myself and both of us.
How to use new "dance steps"
For routines that weren't usual until now.
New life choreography left to right. Top: cutting meat for Bob, writing down calendar appointments, Bottom: Bob handling left-handed serving, Lucky to have each other.
How to remember that patience
Smooths any interaction.
How to seize time for a bike ride...
My mental health go-to.
We are both learning.
I'd say that Gratitude
Is front and center
Throughout any day.
Being where we were,
Speedy access to help.
Medical professionals available.
Emergency Room nearly empty.
Immediate testing and attention
For Bob.
As I often ask you ...
Cherish the moments, whatever they bring.
Hugs,
Lin
Out for a ride: on trail, poised in garage, beautiful trailside flowers.
