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As many of you know by now, my brother-in-law had a devastating stroke at age 37. 10 days after open heart surgery to replace 2 valves. A clot broke loose and caused the stroke - less than 1% of that happening but tragically it did. Because he was on blood thinners all they could do was sedate him, he couldn't receive the medication to break up the clot and keep the damage to a minimal effect. He's permanently disabled, partically paralyzed on one side. His voice is changed, forever. He talks well now, but he can't talk loudly. I say this because it's difficult for him to reprimand his therapy/service dog. But at least he CAN talk!
So when I heard Dick Clark's voice before I actually saw him (the above mentioned BIL was over tonight and they were flipping channels constantly!), my heart sank but then that quickly I was so happy he was able to attend the New Year's festivities.
And most especially he survived his stroke. More than that, I'm not up on his recovery. I did see him standing, so that was another very good sign!
Until you've had a close friend or family member come back from a severe stroke, you just don't realize how the little things that we often take for granted, such as being able to talk, swallow, feed or dress yourself, mean to the patient. It's SO important to them to reclaim some sort of independency! I'm sure Dick Clark was extremely honored to be there tonight. As were his adoring fans, to be in his presence, either in person or on TV.
Mary
So when I heard Dick Clark's voice before I actually saw him (the above mentioned BIL was over tonight and they were flipping channels constantly!), my heart sank but then that quickly I was so happy he was able to attend the New Year's festivities.
And most especially he survived his stroke. More than that, I'm not up on his recovery. I did see him standing, so that was another very good sign!
Until you've had a close friend or family member come back from a severe stroke, you just don't realize how the little things that we often take for granted, such as being able to talk, swallow, feed or dress yourself, mean to the patient. It's SO important to them to reclaim some sort of independency! I'm sure Dick Clark was extremely honored to be there tonight. As were his adoring fans, to be in his presence, either in person or on TV.
Mary
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Not sure how many here are "The Waltons" fans...but for those who are...remember those latter season(s) episodes of Grandma Esther Walton played by Ellen Corby? She had a stroke in real life and so the show producers were able to work her character after that and it was truly inspirational to see her doing things with her only good hand and arm...snapping beans with Olivia on the front porch, sweeping a small space with a broom, etc! She had limited speech ability but was truly something else with how she compensated for use of only one hand and arm!
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Skywatch_NC wrote:Not sure how many here are "The Waltons" fans...but for those who are...remember those latter season(s) episodes of Grandma Esther Walton played by Ellen Corby? She had a stroke in real life and so the show producers were able to work her character after that and it was truly inspirational to see her doing things with her only good hand and arm...snapping beans with Olivia on the front porch, sweeping a small space with a broom, etc! She had limited speech ability but was truly something else with how she compensated for use of only one hand and arm!
Eric
I remember that Eric!
I didn't stay up to see Dick Clark. I'm sure that he was very honored to be there as Miss Mary put it.
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I have mixed feelings about Dick Clark's appearance. They are probably selfish too.
I just remember the vibrant, incredible Dick Clark from years past and want to remember him that way. I think it took incredible courage to come on as he did and try to do the job!! It just made me very sad to see him that way even though he did not try to play it off like everything is fine and dandy. He has obviously come a long way and tha tis worthy of much praise and celebration.
I just remember the vibrant, incredible Dick Clark from years past and want to remember him that way. I think it took incredible courage to come on as he did and try to do the job!! It just made me very sad to see him that way even though he did not try to play it off like everything is fine and dandy. He has obviously come a long way and tha tis worthy of much praise and celebration.
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My nephew told me about how Dick Clark sounded
and looked - I believe "struggling" was his words. I
didn't stay up to watch - I even hear that loud fireworks
were going off at midnight just up the street...Zzzzzzzzzz!
It took some real strength and courage for him to do
what he did. I'm glad that he was able to do it, another
year!
and looked - I believe "struggling" was his words. I
didn't stay up to watch - I even hear that loud fireworks
were going off at midnight just up the street...Zzzzzzzzzz!
It took some real strength and courage for him to do
what he did. I'm glad that he was able to do it, another
year!
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Jim Cantore
Lindaloo wrote:I love Dick Clark and it would not be New Year's Eve without him. I admire him for his courage. He fought and overcame a debilitating stroke. Rock on Mr. Clark.
when he wasnt there to ring in 2005 it wasnt the same it just seemed something important was missing.
He's as big a part of New Years eve as the ball and I hope he has a full recovery and is with us for years to come
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Miss Mary
Local article link......this breaks my heart. "Morbid"?!!! What the heck is wrong with people? I'm sorry, but should he never appear before a camera again - that's crazy! I'm done....read on.
http://www.channelcincinnati.com/entert ... etail.html
Reaction Mixed To Dick Clark's TV Return
POSTED: 5:08 pm EST January 2, 2006
UPDATED: 5:32 pm EST January 2, 2006
What did you think of Dick Clark's appearance on TV New Year's Eve?
As the Washington Post reported, some saw it as "courageous" while others thought it was "morbid." Many people have said they were uncomfortable listening to Clark speak in public for the first time since his stroke in late 2004. Clark himself admitted he was in "bad shape" when he first had his stroke, and while he said he's not "perfect" yet, he's "getting there."
But the head of the National Stroke Association said Clark's appearance was an inspiration for stroke victims everywhere.
He told the New York Times that Clark did "a marvelous job representing stroke survivors and their hope for recovery."
http://www.channelcincinnati.com/entert ... etail.html
Reaction Mixed To Dick Clark's TV Return
POSTED: 5:08 pm EST January 2, 2006
UPDATED: 5:32 pm EST January 2, 2006
What did you think of Dick Clark's appearance on TV New Year's Eve?
As the Washington Post reported, some saw it as "courageous" while others thought it was "morbid." Many people have said they were uncomfortable listening to Clark speak in public for the first time since his stroke in late 2004. Clark himself admitted he was in "bad shape" when he first had his stroke, and while he said he's not "perfect" yet, he's "getting there."
But the head of the National Stroke Association said Clark's appearance was an inspiration for stroke victims everywhere.
He told the New York Times that Clark did "a marvelous job representing stroke survivors and their hope for recovery."
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