Tipsy

Tipsy, tipsy, trying to walk First, I lost all my balance… Then, I lost some words Now, I can walk, but tipsy all the time A partial stroke, will do this Then, it is realized very quickly - Just how important balance is - *If my words come out wrong in poems at all, this is why. Heidi Sands 2/6/20

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Marikate Kingston

Date: 9/25/2023 7:46:00 PM

I have poor balance from a brain bleed a year ago. I use a walker at night. I still say the wrong word at the end of a sentence too, but I catch myself and correct it. Unless you have our problem it's hard for others to understand. I have a companion in you. Your writing makes me smile. You can write lovely poetry, and that means you're still "working" God bless you, and one day at a time.

Heidi Sands
Date: 9/26/2023 6:13:00 AM

This is so kind of you to say and you brought me a smile today. Thank you very much Marikate. I appreciate your comments and your time looking back on these older poems too. Bless you :)

Jean Bush

Date: 2/11/2020 3:23:00 PM

My dear girl, I had no idea. You are stronger then most & your poetry is always beautiful & energetic.

Heidi Sands
Date: 2/12/2020 8:47:00 AM

Thank you so very much Jean :)

Ann Gilmour

Date: 2/8/2020 12:05:00 PM

My dear Heidi, I am so sorry to hear of your recent health problems and I send to you positive energy from the UK. I too have balance problems and loss of words because of Parkinson's, so I can understand your frustration. I always love your poetry Heidi, so keep on doing what you do, painting a picture with your poetry pen - thank you... with hugs and kindest thoughts Ann xx

Heidi Sands
Date: 2/8/2020 1:09:00 PM

Thank you Ann for all your kindness! I am grateful. Yes, it is very frustrating. I can understand what you are going through as well. I will keep on going. :)

Paul Callus

Date: 2/7/2020 12:26:00 PM

This all makes sense now that I know about your health issue, Heidi. I hope that you get better and better each day that goes by. Take care. Regards // paul

Heidi Sands
Date: 2/7/2020 1:03:00 PM

Thank you for your kind comment Paul. It is a challenge to get the words right, that started with head trauma years ago, then increased to the heart and now this. I appreciate your visit and understanding :)

Maureen McGreavy The Insolent Rib

Date: 2/6/2020 9:34:00 PM

Oh my. <3 I am vestibularly challenged myself. The warmest hugs and healing thoughts. xomo

Heidi Sands
Date: 2/6/2020 9:48:00 PM

Yes. I remember you mentioning that. I hope you are ok. Thank you Maureen :)

Gary Smith

Date: 2/6/2020 3:41:00 PM

Your poetry and imagery are as lovely as ever Heidi. :)

Heidi Sands
Date: 2/6/2020 3:48:00 PM

Thank you so much for your comment and reassurance Gary :)

Vijay Pandit

Date: 2/6/2020 2:10:00 PM

All the best Heidi--hope you feel 100% soon! Keep writing!

Heidi Sands
Date: 2/6/2020 2:12:00 PM

Thank you so much Vijay. I already found my first error. There will probably be more, but will keep on writing as always :)

Tom Cunningham

Date: 2/6/2020 12:37:00 PM

Heidi, nothing wrong with your poetry far from it. And if there are any issues who's got any right to criticise it. Hope things okay for you now. Tom

Heidi Sands
Date: 2/6/2020 1:00:00 PM

Thank you so much Tom. I guess there is worse problem with words, talking, than writing. (thankfully!). Because, I write all the time. I appreciate your comment.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 2/6/2020 12:02:00 PM

- Balance is an important part of all our movements, Heidi :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Heidi Sands
Date: 2/6/2020 12:04:00 PM

Yes it is. And lack of coordination in the left leg and some in the hands, (but more so in the leg) make it very difficult. and the word issue drives me crazy! Thank you for your comment and validation :)

Chris Green

Date: 2/6/2020 12:01:00 PM

If this is true I am so sorry to hear this my friend. But your words always come out perfectly in your poems.

Heidi Sands
Date: 2/6/2020 12:03:00 PM

Hi Chris. Yes, it is true. I was in the hospital recently. I have had a heart issue for a while and I guess this is what caused it, will see. I am glad things are coming out ok in the writing, not so much in conversations, yet! Thank you so much, my friend :)