Gordon's Story

Hello, I am Gordon. I am 66 years old.

I did not know what aphasia was until I had a stroke.

I was renovating the house when I had a stroke. I was in hospital for a week, was sent home and then I had a second stroke.

About aphasia

I can think of a word but can't say it!

When I'm tired I can't speak so well...but when I'm fit I can practically speak all the time.

I need more sleep. Your life changes.

I need quiet. I can't concentrate with alot of noise.

I can speak alright but I need time to present a conversation piece.

Question: What can people do to help?

Answer: Listen, listen, listen!

If I am given enough time, I can carry out a conversation, but people tend to be rushed.

If they want a conversation with me, they need to slow down!

Question: What can I do to help myself?

Answer: Coming to the aphasia group gives me the most incentive to improve.

Question: What sort things make me feel better?

Answer: I need to be busy- in my framing business or doing something.

 

Cheryl and I were married in Fiji 2 years ago. She works as a flight attendant manager for Qantas.

Cheryl has been a gift. She looks after me and together, we have improved our home magnificently.

 

Cheryl and I live in Paddington in Brisbane.

I used to work as an Engineer Superintendent for Shell for 12 years.

When I retired I started a picture framing business.

My hobbies are:

	home renovating
	driving - I drive a utility.
	travelling. My Goals for this year:
	to continue our home renovations.

 

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	bye for now, Gordon

 

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