Former Member

[pops6927]

Craig Wedgwood, aka https://www.smokingmeatforums.com/threads/makin-bacon-in-the-panhandle-with-b-view.115073/
had a massive stroke on April 21. His initial prognosis was not good; be in a nursing home the rest of his life, would never walk again, etc. Fortunately, they were wrong. He got transferred to two different rehab hospitals, and the 2nd one is making great progress with him - he took his first unaided steps a couple days ago! He is due to return home in a few weeks. His wife Sissi has had a wheelchair ramp and a widened bathroom doorway put in place for him, ADA-Compliant, to cater to his needs.

Most will not remember him, he was a former member a few years ago. He has been my friend since 4th grade. He is a Vietnam Vet, also.

Before:

ramp:

porch:

Enlarged bathroom door:

opened:

I'll keep this updated on his improvements! I originally stated he had the stroke May 21, it was April 21.

 

[TulsaJeff]

Thank you for posting this, pops6927 ! Glad to hear he's making some progress and we'll look forward to hearing the updates.

 

[gmc2003]

Sorry to hear he suffered a stroke, but glad he's making a recovery. Keep us updated.

Chris

 

[pit of despair]

I remember post from Craig...hope his recovery progresses.

 

[SmokinAl]

I hope when he recovers enough, he will be back on here.
Wishing him well!
Al

 

[mike243]

Prayers sent for a speedy full recovery

 

[ghostguy6]

Cant say I know Craig but I wish him the best.

 

[mowin]

Wish him the best of luck. Tell him thank you for his service for me.

 

[Nutshell]

Wishing him the best.

 

[daveomak]

I was just thinking about Craig a month or so ago... I ran across a few of his threads....
Thanks for the update on his condition and please keep us informed on what's happening..
Dave

 

[GaryHibbert]

Thanks for the info pops. Can't recall him but I sure do wish him a good recovery.
Gary

 

[pops6927]

Sissi reported today that Craig walked 30 ft. with aid of a handrail only! The pneumonia is still gone, and he is eating (puree'd) solid food, too!

 

[JckDanls 07]

Pops... That's awesome news... We (Wife and I) have met him (and wife) and ate some of his great DO cooking... Craig and Sissi came to the S. Fl. Gathering one year... We had a great time with them ... Please tell them that they are in our prayers and we are wishing them the best... Sounds good so far... Thanks for posting and keeping us up to date...

 

[nanuk]

Good News Stories are always welcome!

 

[pc farmer]

Sounds like he is doing great. Thats awesome

 

[noboundaries]

Pops, thanks for sharing everything. Wishing Craig a speedy recovery.

 

[pops6927]

Craig in Therapy (see the big PT on the wall? Stands for primary Torture..... lol!). He is actually walking! There is a video, but it's in Mp4, non-displayable, but did a couple screen grabs of him walking! Stroke is on his right side; i.e. foot brace for drop foot, sling to contain his right arm, mouth droop on the right. But! It is far better than the help he was (NOT) getting at the previous hospital! His original diagnosis was he'd never walk again and never leave the nursing home/care facility. They are certainly improving his situation, and he's being treated for swallowing difficulty too (common in stroke survivors), re-learning how to strengthen the throat muscles.

 

[daveomak]

Thanks Pops...

 

[mdboatbum]

Please tell him Mrs. Boatbum and I have him in our prayers.

Craig was one of my favorite members here when I first joined. Always friendly and helpful, and one heck of a cook!

 

[pops6927]

I have sent this thread to Craig's wife, Sissi, for them to view together, and I am certainly positive they regard your best wishes as invaluable! Thank you so much!