
Well, it’s been a strange time starting on the 19th June 2022. When, out of the blue, a haemorrhage stroke landed at my door. The next I knew, my brain has scrambled. Not great.
It’s taken many months, but I am on the mend.
However, now physically I’m brilliant. I am stronger and fitter (and beautifully thinner too). I am still improving my reading, writing and speaking, but still more time is required. It is so strange but it will be all right again.
Thank you very much, my friends from WordPress – so many who giving me support. Most of all, Cliff, my wonderful man, keeping me safe and sound. He is my soulmate.
And now you’ve seen me around and eventually I’ll be back properly.
Yay! I’m so glad to see you back! God bless Cliff for being such a good soulmate too. 🥰🙏🏻
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Thank you so much, Debra. You are a great friend, right from the start!
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Sending you and Cliff all my love and wishes .
You are indeed at the final stage of your rehabilitation.
And , correct me if I am wrong, I believe that since you got lemons at your front door, you will make lemonade out of them!😉
Denise, open up the champagnes🍾🍾🥂…Chris is back!💕
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Thank you, Nick, so much. You are a wonderful person – a real brick! And yes – thank you, Denise – champagne all round!
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i am glad to hear you are getting better.
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Thank you so much!
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Chris! 😀 Lovely to see you posting again! So glad to see you’re ‘getting there’! (I’m currently reading your *Song of the Sea Goddess*, so I’m still reading your words).
See you when you pop over to my place, and here when you next post again! 🙂
Great news on your new look, too! 👍
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Lovely, Tom. Thank you so much! I am so pleased about the book your reading.
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The pleasure is all mine! 🙂
Looking forward to your Blogland return!
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So pleased to have you back xx
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And the blogosphere has finally returned to its proper self. Good to read you, Chris. Here at your “house”. You’ve been missed.
….hang on, Nick, I’m checking the cellar….yeah, we’ve got plenty for everyone!!
Cheers, Chris! 🤗
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Almost back, Denise. More reading than writing so far, but we will all the cellar!
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Oh Chris that’s both awful and wonderful news. I’m so glad you’re recovering pal. Great to hear from you.
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Thank you so much. You’re a great friend, Matt.
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So glad that you are healing.
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Thank you very much, Regina!
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Perfect, Clark!
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Chris, I had no idea, but am so relieved to hear that you are recovering well. I appreciate that the road is a long – and sometimes – one, but you have my heart-felt wishes for a full recovery. I have missed reading you and hearing of your plans. It is good to know that you have plenty of love and support at home.
My very best to you.
Chris x
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Thank you so much. You’re a great friend, Chris x
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I’m so pleased to hear you’re improving and so sorry to hear about what happened. What a horrible shock. Take care! Xx
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Thanks so much, Tom!
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I had not realized/known this had happened to you. And glad to read you are on the mend. We find friends from unknown places. Many (plus me) are looking forward to enjoying your talent again.
Thank you for coming by my blog so often.
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My goodness! LISTENING to your blog makes all the difference for me
Thank you to much, Ladysighs.
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It’s wonderful to hear from you my dear friend. You will get there in time. I’m glad that there’s already lot of improvement dear Chris. Hugs and love
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Thank you so much, Sadje. You are a great friend, right from the start! As you know, I have gone from strength to strength – love you!
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Lots of love to you too my dear friend. 💜💜💜
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Hurray!! This was a very welcome post today!! I’m so glad your recovery is well on its way.
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Thank you so much, Liz!
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You’re welcome, Chris! 🙂
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Wonderful to see a post from you Chris. It’s been a long haul but glad to see you back.
Take care, both of you ❤
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Thank you so much, Di. You have been there right from the start. So helpfully, as I become more lucid!
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One day at a time. It really is good to see you back.
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Hey Chris, I had no idea. I thought you took some time of blogging and didn’t know. I am glad that you are on the mend. 🙏🙏🙏🙏
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Thank you so such, Cassa!
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Brilliant to read this, Chris, and your presence has definitely been missed about these parts. Good on you and Cliff, the pair of you stay tough and positive, ay?
I tried to like some of the other comments (as they are all thoroughly likeable) but as always WP is being a pain, no changes there.
BIG hugs, Chris! 😎😀😊
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Thanks so much, Ford – getting there – for both Cliff and me!
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So glad you’re feeling much better after such an awful ordeal. We’ll keep a fireside seat warm for your welcome back party 🙂 Take all the extra time you need to recover – glad the worst days are behind you.
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Love the idea about a fireside seat🙂 Thank you so much, Tom.
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I can’t tell you how many times I’ve popped over to check if there was a post from you, Chris. SO wonderful to see this note from you and hear some good news about your progress. Yay! Keep it up, my friend. All the best to you.
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Oh, thank you so much, Diana. Yes, I’m keeping up and I’m getting here!
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I did not know that you were on this journey, Chris. I am delighted that you are coming back
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Thank you so much, Rebecca. I’m not really ready yet, but soon!
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Chris, so glad to know you are physically fitter and better! And now that you are slowly returning to WordPress, is a reason to celebrate! Warm hugs an love to you and Cliff.
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Oh, Punam, thank you so much, specially from the hugs!
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You are so welcome. I so missed you. ❤️
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So glad you are back! It seems people come and go on WP often without warning… And I hesitate to ask!
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Not really something to broadcast, eh! Glad to be back, too.
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Like everyone else, I did miss your presence and wondered what had happened to you. So glad to hear that you are recovering and getting back to normal routine. Looking forward to reading your posts once again. 🙂
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Thank you, Goutam, so much. I’ll be getting here!
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It is such great news, dear Chris. I am very thrilled to know you are recovering from that nasty incident. 🥰🤗💖🌹
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Dear Aladin, thank you so much! I’ll be back… 🤗💖🥰
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Hi Chris, I am very happy to see you well enough to post. My husband had a mild stroke on 4 January caused by a virus that became encephalitis (inflammation of the brain) which caused a blood clot on the brain. We also went through a tough time as he had a seizure and was in ICU for 2 weeks and in hospital for longer. He is also recovering well and it has been quicker due to our good luck at him having the stroke and seizure in the doctor’s rooms. I think of you often and must read your latest novel. It has been a bit crazy for the past six months for me but hopefully some more peaceful time ahead.
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Hi Robbie, I remember about your husband in January. Very frightening with stuff in the brain. It is so important about the excellent doctors. Apparently the brain surgeon who saved me comes from Joburg. I wonder whether its the same one? Cliff says he’s a very young looking surfer type!
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Hi Chris, the doctor is very important. Terence’s doctor is also youngish but definitely not a surfer. He is very academic looking with thick glasses.
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Oh well, at least he was a good doctor!
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so relieved to hear that your husband is on the mend – Chris – I had no idea! had thought you were just busily & happily writing – truly glad to hear that you’re getting better, my friend
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So glad to see you back. Wishing you the best of health, always.
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Thank you so much, Usha!
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You are welcome.
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AHHHH! WELCOME BACK CHRIS. SO SO SO*infinity MISSED.💖💜🤎🖤🤍💚💛🧡❤️🩷🩵🩶♥️
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Oh Jude, thank you so much. You are sure a wonderful friend, right from the start and continually helping me to talk! 🥰💝🤗
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So happy to know you are recovering fast. To remember that you are always protected.
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Thank you, Shalini! I am slowly getting better.
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Welcome back, Chris!
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Thanks so much, Maria!
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Chris, how wonderful to see you writing again! Welcome back, my friend. 💕
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Thanks so much, Eugi! So happy to be back.
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I’m sooo glad you are out of the woods and despite the unfortunate stroke, it’s so good to hear you’re fitter and healthier. Glad you are on the mend and writing. Welcome Back! 💞
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Thank you so much, Cindy! So happy to be reading to you again!
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You’re most welcome Chris!! That’s sweet of you, thank you!!!💕
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Oh, Chris! I hope you have a full and speedy recovery.
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Thank you so much, Kathy! I’m getting there, soon I’ll be back to reading ‘The Writer’s Body Lexicon’!!
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Wishing you a speedy recovery.
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Thanks so much, Andrew.
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You’re welcome.
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I am truly happy to see you writing again Chris…take care always….🙏🙏🙏🌹🌹❤️❤️
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Aw, thank you so much, Mich. Especially your wonderful post script: ‘It Ain’t Winning If Without You’. My lovely friend…💝💛💕
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Take all the time you need. Recovery with the help of those who love you is what matters most! (((Hugs)))
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You are so right, Jules. Thank you! 🤗
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Hello Chris, I just lost my internet so I hope I am not repeating myself!
I am so pleased to hear if your recovery. I hope this continues wishing you all the best. 💜💜
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Thank you so much, Willow. I hope I can keep up with our new PT3!
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Oh! I am sure you will, it’s exciting isn’t it 💜
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I didn’t know why you had stopped writing, and I had missed it, but now I get to say that I’m thrilled to hear about your recovery. It’s been nice to see your comments around the Six Bistro, and I’m looking forward to reading your writing again!
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I’m getting here!! Thank you so much, Nicole.
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I am so sorry to read your past news. Thank goodness you recovered well and are thriving again. Warm wishes
Christine ☺️❤️
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Thank you so much, Christine! I am getting there. I can’t quite read and write properly yet, but it’s coming… soon, I hope! 💛
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You are brave and strong. You will get there Chris. Sending love ❤️ ☺️
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Welcome back, Chris! Slowly but surely… xx
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It’s coming… thank you so much, Jenne 💛
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Hi Chris,
Lovely to have you back again.
I hope you enjoyed your visit to the Unicorn Challenge!
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I will be having a look in the Unicorn Challenge! Thank you, CE – listening is brilliant, of course!
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I’m happy the readings work for you, Chris, it’s good to hear occasionally that they’re worthwhile!
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