Dr. Pournelle asked to have this posted:
Monday Dec. 25, I had a stroke. I think my head is all right, and I am recovering. Alas I used to be a touch typist and I am now learning to be a two finger typist. At present I am a one finger typist. Call it 1.1 finger, but after today’s therapy , maybe 1.2; I am learning. I just made the Spock sign.
Started a ramble to post, but it is easy with Windows 8 to have what you write vanish. I will keep trying.
Please someone post in my blog that I am here and learning. The Surface works but learning to use it and Outlook 13
after a stroke is hard enough and I am clumsy. But I am trying and think I will recover. But it takes time.But I am coming back.
Comments are enabled for this post for any encouraging words from his many readers.
Very happy to hear from you on your journey to recovery: a wonderful gift to your fans.
Nice to have you back Dr. Pournelle. As you can tell by the many comments, you have been missed.
Good to hear you are on the mend! Prayers for your recovery will continue!
Live long and prosper to you as well, Doctor Pournelle, and best wishes for a speedy recovery.
Welcome back! I’m glad things are moving in the right direction for you; therapy will not be easy, nor will it be short, but you’re doing well and you’re moving forward and that’s all that matters. =)
Glad to hear from you!
Hey Jerry, good to hear from you!
I have typed my whole life with two fingers so what ya talking about.
Don’t forget to squeeze a fresh orange into your tea.
God Bless You Jerry!
it’s great to see your progress. Quite an inspiration to us all.
You don’t need to hit the ground running, just keep putting one foot in front of the other. We’ll be here cheering for you.
Jerry, it is good to see you back and continuing to recover. Keep up the good work. You and Mrs. Pournelle (and the children, of course) are in our thoughts and prayers.
Wow! I am impressed. You are writing notes to us already right after a stroke. And on Windows OS!
Keep getting better, Dr. Jerry. My very best wishes. I look forward to reading lots more from you in 2015!
I survived a moderate stroke in 2012 ,You’d be surprised how quickly you bounce back with the therapy. 2 months in my case and daily phisical therapy. Today I can walk 2 miles a day.my strength is excellent and my balance is good using a cane.
I am so glad you’re on the mend!
Welcome back online. I am looking forward to your continuing insights and stories. Best wishes for a happy and productive New Year 2015.
You’re coming back, hon — I see determination in you, and that, and patience, seem to be what’s needed (strokes tend to run in my family). And you have lots of people praying for you. Yell if I can help. You know how to reach me.
Yay! When you get to the ER in time to get the medicines they have now, the recovery from stroke is nothing less than amazing. My Mother in Law went from Aphasia and confusion, to being able to write and communicate, then back to speech. On Christmas she INSISTED on making the dinner, this 6 months after the stroke. Keep the faith, keep on keeping on, do the exercises. I look forward to your continued improvement.
V/r,
Rose
Wow! Using Windows 8 after a stroke. I have trouble tapping out a note on my iPhone … You are an impressive man Dr. Pournelle
First one’s, then two’s and three’s, etc. That hard work in therapy will pay off, Jerry, as we all know you want to get back in the game as soon as you can. We all enjoy hearing of your progress reports.
Great to hear from you. Your books always inspire me, and I love reading your blog posted…. but today’s post lifted my heart. Keep going Dr. Pournelle.
I am glad you are rapidly recovering! Keep up the good work so we may continue to benefit from your wisdom.
Gary Rogers