Monday, June 5, 2023
Just popping in to say that after I packed up my room Friday and did a little celebrating…
on Friday I went to bed exhausted and on Saturday morning after I had done the morning things…
I woke up to a frantic call from my sister Kate that she had just been on the phone with my mom and could hardly understand her. She was so smart to switch to Facetime and she saw a droopy left side of her face and some drooling, and immediately thought stroke.
I called the ambulance, a family friend to go over, and then Tom and I set off for my hometown. Kate called back and stayed on the phone until the friend and ambulance arrived at the exact same time.
My hometown is an hour away and by the time we arrived she was at the ER. The decision was made within the hour to fly her to Louisville so Tom and I followed (kind of – they were in the air and we were on the road) back to Louisville and met her in the ER there.
They were able to perform a mechanical thrombectomy where they go in and break up the blockage and the surgeon came out after only about an hour to tell me it went very well and he was able to break up the entire blockage.
Both sisters arrived a bit after that and my mom was settled in to her bed in the stroke unit.
One sister had too much fun with gloves…
and the other was taking selfies…
because my mom was already talking more like herself and doing really well by this time! Then, by Sunday morning she was already eating real food and a few hours later was walking!
My sweet friend Heather brought over Crumbl cookies, because really what makes you feel better than that?
I may be spotty this week but I would appreciate your prayers for a full recovery.
I am sharing this with my mom’s permission so that everyone is aware of what a stroke can look like.
Amy
Coffee and Cocktails at the Casa 
Oh no! Such a trauma to wake up to those news! I’m so happy that your mother is feeling better! Such luck that she called your sister immediately and how perfect that you reacted so fast!
Of course my prayers are with you and your mum! ❤ ❤ Oh, life, it's tough sometimes!
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Oh I am so glad our mom is already doing so much better and all that quick thinking and decision making really worked in her favor. Prayers for your mom and your family!
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Glad your mother is going well. Your sister knew the signs and you all reacted quickly! Prayers for a full recovery.
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I am thankful your mom was responding well to the procedure and you had sister entertainment! I pray she continues to respond and no further complications
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Sending prayers! I will keep everyone in my prayers. So happy she is in Louisville now, closer to you. Take care of yourself too!
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Oh your mama! So happy they broke it all up. Thank goodness she got medical attention quickly. Will be praying for you all.
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I am so sorry to hear this news. Very important that everyone recognizes the signs of a stroke. Try and take care of yourself while taking care of others. Big Hugs!
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Thank goodness for Facetime! Holy cow, how scary and thank you to your mom for allowing you to share this with us. Early intervention is key to a good recovery. Praying for continued healing for your mom!
xo,
Kellyann
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Sending you prayers and strength Amy- glad you all were able to get her the speedy care she needed XO
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What quick thinking your sister had! It’s so smart to know and be familiar with things that can happen like that. I’m so glad she’ll be able to make a full recovery! I will be praying for your mom and all of your girls as you nurse her back to health. Thank you for sharing with us! xoxo
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You absolutely have my prayers! 🙏❤️ So glad to hear that your mom is doing better and up and walking!
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Praying for your mom to have a full recovery. ❤️🙏🙏🙏
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Prayers for your mom! I hope she continues to her better.
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Praying for your family. What a scary situation!
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sending prayers to your mama and thank goodness you all acted in a timely matter!
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Praying for your mom, so glad it was caught early. Also, congrats on finishing another school year!
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Thinking of your mom today! 💛 Thank goodness your sister was on the phone and able to figure out what was wrong. I hope she has a quick recovery and is home soon!
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So glad that your Sis figured it out so quickly and that they were able to get your Mom to the ER, fast action is really important for strokes. It’s pretty scary, especially with your Dad gone. My Mom had a stroke at 69 and did fine on her own for a very long time after.
Prayers for a quick recovery🙏
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How absolutely terrifying and one of my biggest fears. Hope your mom continues to improve and is soon back home again!
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Praying for your mom! You’re quick acting is so important for a stroke. Sending all the good thoughts your way.
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Oh my gosh. I’m glad your mom was okay and you were all thinking on your feet! I hope she gets better quickly. Prayers for an easy recovery!
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I’m praying for your mum. So happy to hear that she is on the mend. But what a terrible fright you must have all had. Sending hugs xxx
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Big Hugs… totally got you all covered in prayers💗💗
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I am so glad your mom is doing better. It is so scary to see someone have a stroke. I know medical intervention is can be so helpful. Sending lots of positive thoughts ms prayers.
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