Tag Archives: stroke survivor
Tuesday and my super trouper, dancing queen
Today’s Tuesday started with a trip to Tesco. For those who have ventured here with Mum before it can be a rocky experience and few leave unscathed… …However, it turns out giving Mum full control of the trolley and giving … Continue reading
Fun and games with Pop up Sue
I started writing this sitting at the back of a village hall watching twenty older people taking parts in an Age Uk strength and mobility class. That particular class was focussed on strength and coordination; watching Mum was like watching … Continue reading
Well, good morning Mr Blackbird!
‘Why are you out here gardening on your own, Mum?’ ‘I thought I’d get started. I’ve only fallen over once.’ It’s a freezing cold morning, full of grey dampness. Mum already has dirty trousers from falling over, and looks like … Continue reading
Laughing through numbers and names
Today was a good day. Today there were only a few tears and then so much laughing I left Mum and Dad’s house wheezing… Because today an Occupational Therapist visited to help Mum bake a cake. Mum told me last … Continue reading