Author Topic: I need to step back a little (Read 7051 times)

grandpawrichard · « **on:** March 11, 2013, 07:31:02 PM »

I've been a bit under the weather lately.

An acute bout with a Sinus Infection, plus a bout with High Blood Pressure.

Not to mention a little episode that I am going to have some tests on to find out what the heck is going on.

My Chiropractor thinks I may have had a slight stroke. My right side is quite a bit weaker, I'm unsteady on my feet and my Rock Solid, Steady hands have gotten so that I can't hold my camera steady.

So photography has been out for several weeks.

So, for a few weeks I need to back away from the Mod job in the photo area until I can figure out what is going on. It's just to hard for me to concentrate and get things done; plus my computer is still messing up.

I'm not quitting, I just need the time off to recuperate.

Dick

Southpole · « **Reply #1 on:** March 11, 2013, 07:53:41 PM »

Hope it's something minor... hang in there

Wazukie · « **Reply #2 on:** March 11, 2013, 07:53:53 PM »

Praying for ya Dick!

Becky · « **Reply #3 on:** March 11, 2013, 07:56:17 PM »

Hope everything is ok, will miss seeing your photos. Get well soon, praying for ya.

Maligator · « **Reply #4 on:** March 11, 2013, 07:56:34 PM »

Take all the time you need chief...your health is most important!!!

pendoreilleadventures · « **Reply #5 on:** March 11, 2013, 08:34:11 PM »

Dick, thanks for all your pictures...hope you can get things figured out soon I'll keep you in my prayers.

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huntnphool · « **Reply #6 on:** March 11, 2013, 08:36:52 PM »

Get some rest Gramps, we will still be here when your back on your feet.

Ironhead · « **Reply #7 on:** March 11, 2013, 08:39:14 PM »

Hang in there GPR, take your time and heal up so we can enjoy you and your photo's again in the future.

full choke · « **Reply #8 on:** March 11, 2013, 08:49:30 PM »

Hang in there! Thanks for all the hard work you do here!

Blacktail Sniper · « **Reply #9 on:** March 11, 2013, 08:52:17 PM »

Relax and concentrate on taking care of you!!

hrd2fnd · « **Reply #10 on:** March 11, 2013, 09:05:24 PM »

Dick, you get better my friend. let me know if there is anything you need help with.

Hrd

bearpaw · « **Reply #11 on:** March 12, 2013, 03:39:18 AM »

Take care of yourself, we look forward to seeing more photos from you after you feel better...

boneaddict · « **Reply #12 on:** March 12, 2013, 04:37:04 AM »

Get better soon Gramps, we'll keep the light on for you.

grandpawrichard · « **Reply #13 on:** March 12, 2013, 04:54:25 AM »

Thank you everyone!

I'll get through this one way or another.

I'm just a bit weak, a bit depressed, a lot scared and really bummed ot because I can't shoot my bows or take any photos that aren't blurry as hell due to the shake and unsteadiness of my hands; but I will get better!

Dick

Arrow Head · « **Reply #14 on:** March 12, 2013, 10:27:50 AM »

Praying for you Dick. You're an inspiration to this armature photographer. Take care of yourself!

Dave

Smossy · « **Reply #15 on:** March 12, 2013, 10:30:29 AM »

Take care of yourself old man! Were going to miss your presence but your health is more important!

Alchase · « **Reply #16 on:** March 12, 2013, 11:51:13 AM »

Hope you feel better soon GPR!

Remember, picturin can be very therapeutic

pianoman9701 · « **Reply #17 on:** March 12, 2013, 12:01:04 PM »

Take care of yourself, Dick. We need your pictures here!

Carl · « **Reply #18 on:** March 12, 2013, 12:40:09 PM »

Dick,

Thanks for the pictures and I’ve prayed for you. Get rest and try to keep your spirits up.

One thing that should make you feel better is going back to page #1 and re-reading the kind words from so many people!

Carl

grandpawrichard · « **Reply #19 on:** March 15, 2013, 04:25:44 AM »

I would like to Thank Each and Every One of you Dear Friends for The Well Wishes and Prayers! I really appreciate them and it sure gives me a warm feeling in my heart!!

I did indeed have a Stroke. It was confirmed yesterday by my Medical Doctor and a full battery of tests. Ultrasound tests, EKG tests, Blood Pressure tests, X-rays, and MRI's were done along with 17 different Blood Tests made for an 8 hour and very tiring day. The results from the Blood tests aren't back yet, but every thing else is. My Doctor called me at 6 p.m with those results.

He told me that I was very LUCKY that it happened while I was up walking around and that I continued to walk for a few minutes afterwards. He went on to say that if I had not been active things would have been worse because the stroke was on the left side of my brain that controls my right side of my body and my speech center. Being active at the time kept my right side from being totally paralyzed and me speech taken away for quite a while.

Instead I just suffered minor losses in my muscle tone and mobility controls. I am going to have to walk with a cane for a while for support and steadiness for a while. I am going to have to learn to rely on my left hand to do a lot of things until I can retrain my right hand. Then I am going to have to start doing a lot of Physical Therapy to rebuild my motor functions. The tough part is that I may not be hand holing my 400 mm lens any more, but with the use of a tripod or a monopod I should be back to taking photos as quickly as possible. I will, or should be back to shooting my bows sometime, but that depends a lot on my progress and determination.

I have Got to get better really quickly because I have Cub Scouts to teach archery too in June and I Don't Want To Disappoint Them! Plus This Year is the year of a phenomenal Salmon Run and I Do Not Want To Miss It by having to sit home!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Dick

Carl · « **Reply #20 on:** March 15, 2013, 07:59:26 AM »

Dick,

I'm sure you'll have lots of prayers heading your way. Thanks for such a complete update.

We're praying for your speedy recovery so you can continue your good work with the kids,

Carl

Huntboy · « **Reply #21 on:** March 15, 2013, 08:23:20 AM »

Take care of yourself.

hrd2fnd · « **Reply #22 on:** March 15, 2013, 08:46:09 AM »

Dick,

So glad to see you went to the doc to get answers as to what happen. Sorry to see this happen though, I wish you all the best in recovering by June for the scouts as I know it means a lot to you

Seeing as I'm not a doctor nor do I play one on the internet, I suggest you follow your doctors orders, and always know that there will be a place by my fire pit with your name on it anytime you need a rest and to shoot the bull.

Ken

bearmanric · « **Reply #23 on:** March 15, 2013, 08:48:52 AM »

Get feeling well Dick. Rick

Heredoggydoggy · « **Reply #24 on:** March 15, 2013, 09:06:22 AM »

No, you need to step back a LOT! Strokes are nothing to fool with--wishing you a speedy and complete recovery....

huntnphool · « **Reply #25 on:** March 15, 2013, 09:23:57 AM »

Glad to hear that you are in good spirits Gramps.

quadrafire · « **Reply #26 on:** March 15, 2013, 09:59:43 AM »

Glad you got it figured out

Best wishes.
That 400 needs a monopod companion anyway. LOL

Or you could get the IS version.

NWBREW · « **Reply #27 on:** March 15, 2013, 10:24:03 AM »

Take the time you need gramps. If you need anything or help with anything give me a shout out. I am right down the road here in Arlington.

Arrow Head · « **Reply #28 on:** March 15, 2013, 11:39:54 AM »

I'm glad they know what's going on and you can focus on the road to recovery. Please take your time and do it healthy and right. Take care Grandpaw.

Dave

Smokepole · « **Reply #29 on:** March 15, 2013, 07:39:40 PM »

I didn't know about this... One of the highlights of my visits to Hunt Wa is checking out what photos Grandpaw posted up. I'm glad you are on the road to recovery. Sending prayers. Hurry back GPR!

washelkhunter · « **Reply #30 on:** March 15, 2013, 07:47:39 PM »

Get well!

pencilsketcher · « **Reply #31 on:** March 16, 2013, 11:20:41 AM »

get well soon

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