call the paramedic's to assist us to get him up - we tried for about ten minutes - he was getting so exhausted by then - I just prayed for a minute and decided to call 911 - the same guys that helped him - when he had his stroke and transferred him to the U of U rehab were the ones that came - they were so nice and got him up in just a second - I was so relieved to see him sitting on a chair and not laying on the floor. It sure scared me and made me realize - even though he has come so far - he has so far to go - but we are so grateful for the little blessings that we receive each day - what a miracle to have him still here - I just had to vent a bit and get it out - so I could sleep later one. He is resting well and we have therapy in the morning - I hope he didn't really injure himself - when you fall - you sometimes don't notice the little things that make it hard to walk or move around the next day. So we should be able to get on with life - as life is - THANKS!

Sorry to hear about Rick's fall I pray everything will be OK. I don't come on cute as much as I used to as I miss all the old cuties

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by shirlener88 13 Sep 2010

Ralene, thanks - he is still sore today, but went to therapy - I do understand what you mean dear - change is hard, isn't it?

I am so aorry about Rick's accident. I do hope that nothing is broken and it is just some sore muscles or just bruises. He has come so far and has proven that he can handle the situation pretty well. Just continue to believe that he is going to improve as times passes. My prayers are with you both. Hugs, Linda

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by shirlener88 13 Sep 2010

Linda, that is what I believe - that with time - he will continue to improve. Thanks!

Rick is still complaining of a sore side - now I am worried that he has cracked a rib or something - he decided not to join me at Rikki's 18th birthday celebration today - so he will be home alone - only his second time - so we will see how he does. I will only be five minutes away.

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by pennifold 12 Sep 2010

Shirlene, I do hope Rick is o.k. If it goes on too long I reckon he should get it checked out. You may be right he may have cracked a rib and they just have to heal on their own. I'm so sorry I didn't write and send my prayers - had a few things to do over the past days, but you are always in my thoughts anyway. Love Chris

by shirlener88 13 Sep 2010

Chris, thank you dear - I do understand how busy you have been. No worries. Rick is still sore and stiff today, but he went to thereapy and we plan on another later today in Salt Lake City.

oh dear, I only read this now, that must have been awful for you and Rick.hope he recovers well and there's no damage because of his fall. Prayers for you and Rick; everything will turn out okay. lots of hugs/love gerry

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by shirlener88 12 Sep 2010

Gerry, thank you - his side still hurts - he will not go out with me to our grands birthday party today - so this will be a test - to see if he can be alone for an extended period of time - this will be his second time.

I'm so sorry to hear of Ricks fall (we just got back from Alabama).....how blessed he was not to have hurt himself....one of Larrys falls resulted in a broken knee cap, he healed nicely.....I will contiue to keep Rick and you in my prayers.....you just never know what each day will bring........blessings Janet

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by shirlener88 12 Sep 2010

Jaent, I am starting to worry - that Rick might have cracked a rib - he will not join me today - because his side hurts. I am glad that Larry healed well.

Shirlene, I'm so sorry Rick had such a bad fall. I'm thankful he didn't hurt himself worse thatn he did. Falling in a bathroom is pretty scary. As always, I pray for you all often. Stay strong in the Lord and don't get to discouraged. I know things have really been hard for you and Rick. God bless, Judy

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by shirlener88 11 Sep 2010

Judy, thank you - it seems so small now - but at the time - it did feel very close to what happened 7 months ago - I watched him close through the night and yesterday - so I don't think it was a mini stroke, just that he didn't get his footing and fell towards his bad side. He is still in bed this AM - resting comfortable, but his sides hurt him alot. Thanks dear - we will not get discouraged.

I hope he is feeling somewhat better today. Falling is always such a scary feeling. I imagine he is still stiff and sore from it. Someone said a hot shower. Maybe a heating pad would help somewhat. Hope he improves soon. Hugs, Mary

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by shirlener88 11 Sep 2010

Thank you Mary - yes, he is using a heating pad - he is still resting and sore and stiff - he did the hot shower thing twice yesterday - which I was comfortable with - him getting in and out of the show - but he was fine - it takes a couple days to get past the stiffness - thanks.

Awfully glad the fall wasn't worse! It a shame it even happened. Shirlene, I will continue to say prayers for you and Rick. I pray all goes well with his therapy and that this will all be done soon. God Bless you both in your steps towards recovery.

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by shirlener88 10 Sep 2010

Thank you dear - he is stepping lightly tonight and very sore along the rib cage.

Oh, Shirlene, I know that both of you were probably so frightened. My sister has had to go through this so often, and her husband doesn't get up, but will slide off the lift or something. Bless your heart. You have your hands full. Our thoughts are with you.

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by shirlener88 10 Sep 2010

Beth, thankyou dear - we do appreciate it. And yes, we were frightened.

Thanks for the update. I am sure there will be a time in the future that you will both be able to laugh about this. Hope Rick feels less sore tomorrow

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by shirlener88 10 Sep 2010

Thanks - I do hope so.

GLAD HE DIDN'T HURT HIMSELF TO BAD...is there anyone that you know who is big and strong (friend or relative) that could come over on the times he takes a bath just in case there is a next time? then maybe you can get those non slip rugs/mats for the other times he is in there.

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by shirlener88 10 Sep 2010

Deanna, he does pretty good getting in and out of the shower - however - he was just going to the bathroom this time - no cause to have anyone around for any reason - when doing that - but he just slipped when standing up - he couldn't catch himself - because he was heading on the right side - which he has no control over - he was wedged between the basin and the toilet - not much room between the two - I am shocked he had room to fall there. We had no rugs or mats on the floor, either.

Thank you all - Rick is stiff and sore - some bruising - resting - he didn't go to therapy - but we will address this issue at his next visit. We appreciate you each. *4U

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by castelyn 10 Sep 2010

so sorry to read that Rick had a fall. thanks for the update. Hugs Yvonne

by shirlener88 10 Sep 2010

thanks Yvonne.

Dear Shirlene, sorry about Rick falling, I hope that it is not too serios, sure he is still fragile after the stroke, it will be better little by little
Hugs for you 2
Claude

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by shirlener88 10 Sep 2010

Claude, he is sore up some - but I believe he will be ok in a day or so. Hugs to you 2.

by shirlener88 10 Sep 2010

I meant his ribs are sore and bruised up some.

Sorry to hear about Rick I hope he is okay today GOOD Bless You! Maria

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by shirlener88 10 Sep 2010

Maria, he didn't feel good enough for therapy today - so he is resting and very sore - thank you dear.

Sorry to hear about this. You guys are always in our prayers and thoughts

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by shirlener88 10 Sep 2010

Marthie thank you dear - we do appreciate it.

Oh Shirlene! What a scare! I know how Rick felt, I've been there before right after my knee replacement. But thankfully you did the right thing to dial 911. And the Lord provided you with friends to assist you. Wasn't that just like our Lord to do that. :)If you noticed He prepared you for this day in your daily devotional on the 8th. !0} He is so good to us in all times. Make sure Rick can get into a HOT shower as soon as possible to take away the soreness that he will have after that fall. This will help him also with when he goes to therapy this morning. Glad everything is okay and back to somewhat normal for you. God Bless you... Hugs, Terre

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by shirlener88 10 Sep 2010

Terre, thank you and YES I know God was preparing me for this - Rick is very sore and he didn't go to therapy today - he is resting and the hot shower did help - just getting him in it again - is the hard part - as he is afraid to get close to the bathroom at this time - as if it was the bathroom that did this to him - Hehehe! Normal, I am not sure anything around here resembles normal, yet.

Shirlene, I am so sorry. It is so frightening to have someone on the floor and not be able to help him. You did the right thing in calling 911. Is he using a cane or walker? I am sure that the therapist will want to know this and will hopefully have suggestions.

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by shirlener88 10 Sep 2010

Karen, thank you - I was frightened - mostly because I thought he had another stroke and it took me right back to 02032010 - however - when he said he was ok and just needed help up - I felt better - we worked for a time - trying to get him up and out of the bathroom - we got him into the kitchen - but just couldn't get him up - so calling 911 was the only thing to do - to get him up - the therapist will want to work with him on getting up - I am sure of that - he was wedged between the sink and the toilet - which isn't an easy place to get in to help or for him to move around to get up, either. I am thankful that he is just bruised and sore.

So sorry to hear this about Rick. I do hope he is okay. Please take care. Hugs to you both, Lynn

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by shirlener88 10 Sep 2010

Lynn, thank you - he is just bruised and sore - I think.

Shirlene, sorry to hear about Rick falling. Recovery from a stroke can take a very long time. There are so many things in life we take for granted until we cannot do them. It is also very tough on the one who becomes the carer. Hope his therapy goes well in the morning. Maybe they will be able to show you what to do should he fall again. Take care and thinking about both of you

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by shirlener88 10 Sep 2010

Caroline, thank you - Rick didn't feel up to therapy - so he rested and his side and back are bruised up and he is very sore, but all in all - I think he is ok - we will be discussing a way for us to get him up - in the future, too.