Then and now: the long haul
Crokinole – pre-lockdown Carer or gaoler? In which lockdown catches up with us We’re posting this on 2nd February, which is both Groundhog Day and, according to the church calendar, Candlemas. Back in November the UK, with everyone desperate to lighten lockdown, there was an early rush on Christmas decorations, and especially trees. People … Read more
Before Don’t try this at home! Going tapless BS (before stroke) I did most of the DIY and household maintenance, including plumbing. Since stroke, I’ve tried to farm out jobs to professionals, with fairly dismal results. Kitchen re-fit, decorating, other plumbing jobs needed to be put right or redone. Somehow, with one hand, I’ve managed … Read more
In search of the lost chord Playing an instrument after stroke This post is quite a long rambling one, but it’s of special interest to instrumentalists. We would love to hear from musicians or anyone who has recovered or improved movement and fine motor skills. Pre-Stroke, my major hobby, apart from the things I pretended … Read more