ID: 10004
Publication Date: 2006-09-26
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Seniors' Discount (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Elly brings prime rib to Grandpa Jim at the seniors' home. Iris and Elly find he is not responding to them at all. They're frightened.
Caption: Dad! You're scaring us!! Dad? Dad!!! He's not joking, Elly! ... Not when you've brought prime rib!!!
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ID: 10005
Publication Date: 2006-09-27
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Seniors' Discount (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Grandpa Jim has a stroke. Elly calls the ambulance while Iris holds onto her beloved Jim. Stroke. State of emergency.
Caption: He's still alive, Iris! Yes, his body is still alive... but is he still in there?!!
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ID: 10006
Publication Date: 2006-09-28
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Seniors' Discount (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Elly, John, April and Iris are at the hospital waiting to find out what has happened to Grandpa Jim. Nobody knows how much damage has been done. Stroke. Everyone is scared.
Caption: I want my husband back! I want my Grandpa. I want my Dad!
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ID: 10007
Publication Date: 2006-09-29
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Seniors' Discount (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Deanna fights with the Robin and Meredith to get them into bed. Michael gets a call from his boss. Then he gets the call from Elly telling him Grandpa Jim has had a stroke.
Caption: Suddenly, our problems seem so unimportant, don't they.
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ID: 10008
Publication Date: 2006-09-30
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Seniors' Discount (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Elly tries to convince Iris to go home and have some rest. She refuses to leave Grandpa Jim's side. She doesn't want him to leave her either.
Caption: And... I don't want him to leave me.
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ID: 10009
Publication Date: 2006-10-02
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Seniors' Discount (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Gerald prompts April to practise with the band and tries to remind April of the importance of the upcoming performance. Halloween performance. Band practice. Challenge to focus when Grandpa Jim is seriously ill.
Caption: I can't think about me right now. So? ... Think about us!!
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ID: 10010
Publication Date: 2006-10-03
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Seniors' Discount (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Eva Abuya tries to talk with April about Grandpa Jim's stroke. April is hurt by Eva's insensitivity.
Caption: People who don't mean to be insensitive.... usually are.
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ID: 10014
Publication Date: 2006-10-07
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Seniors' Discount (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: April goes through her schoolday thinking about Grandpa Jim and all of the things they do together. Playing guitar, basketball, sitting on the bus. Prayer.
Caption: The wonderful things about praying is.... you can do it anywhere.
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ID: 10021
Publication Date: 2006-10-16
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Seniors' Discount (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Uncle Phil is distressed because Grandpa Jim doesn't know who he is. Elly appreciates him being there. Distance, busy lives, stroke.
Caption: We do.
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ID: 10023
Publication Date: 2006-10-18
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Seniors' Discount (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Elly talks to Elizabeth about Grandpa Jim's current condition after the stroke. Slow recovery. Fear of losing basic human functions after a stroke.
Caption: If they return.
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ID: 10024
Publication Date: 2006-10-19
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Seniors' Discount (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: The doctor talks to Iris about Grandpa Jim's slow recovery. She helps to feed him pudding. The doctor tells her that he currently has the mind of a child. At least he's happy. Uncle Phil.
Caption: Then... at least he's happy!
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ID: 10025
Publication Date: 2006-10-20
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Seniors' Discount (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Iris tells the doctor that she wants to take Grandpa Jim home. He explains that a stroke patient is a lot of work. She is up to the task! The doctor will get her the help she needs. Jim has his own ideas on "good news"
Caption: Jim! Jim! I have good news! ... I don't have to eat my carrots?
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ID: 10026
Publication Date: 2006-10-21
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Seniors' Discount (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Uncle Phil, Elly and Iris take Grandpa Jim home. Special equipment, special wheelchair. Iris praying he gets better.
Caption: Get well again. Get well again. Please, get well again!
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ID: 10027
Publication Date: 2006-10-23
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Seniors' Discount (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Finally at home Grandpa Jim sleeps while the family is near. Uncle Phil, Iris, Elly. Family is important, even if Jim doesn't know they are there.
Caption: ... Even if he doesn't know we're here. Snozzzzzzz
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ID: 10039
Publication Date: 2006-11-06
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Seniors' Discount (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Uncle Phil says goodbye to Grandpa Jim who has just had a stroke. Jim sheds a tear and is glad that he can still feel emotion and hear what people are saying.
Caption: Tears. Good. At least that still works!
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ID: 10040
Publication Date: 2006-11-07
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Seniors' Discount (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Elizabeth visits Grandpa Jim and Iris on her way to the courthouse. Jim is in a wheelchair. Iris says that the news is good, though for now she has to do his talking for him. Grandpa Jim finds this very frustrating.
Caption: .... And he finds that a little frustrating.
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ID: 10041
Publication Date: 2006-11-08
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Seniors' Discount (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Iris gives Elizabeth an update on Grandpa Jim's recovery. Grandpa Jim resents being treated like a child but cannot communicate. Iris thinks that he is thanking her for cutting up his dinner.
Caption: You're welcome.
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ID: 10042
Publication Date: 2006-11-09
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Seniors' Discount (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Iris and Elizabeth talk over tea. Iris wants to know all about Elizabeth's life but won't stop talking to get a word in. Iris has become used to doing all of the talking for Grandpa Jim.
Caption: She's getting used to doing all the talking, Grandpa! Nothing's changed my darling... Nothing's changed.
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ID: 10068
Publication Date: 2006-12-11
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Home Sweat Home (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Neurologist examines Grandpa Jim during his recovery from his stroke. Going well. Jim frustrated because he's still speechless.
Caption: I'm speechless!
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ID: 10069
Publication Date: 2006-12-12
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Home Sweat Home (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Neurologist talks to Grandpa Jim about his recovery. He is frustrated about not being able to talk yet. Aphasia. Mouth and brain aren't communicating. Politics.
Caption: My mouth and my brain are disconnected... I could have a career in politics!!!
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ID: 10070
Publication Date: 2006-12-13
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Home Sweat Home (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Neurologist talks to Grandpa Jim about his depression. By-product of any major loss. Wants to prescribe medication. Jim is so full of pills, he rattles.
Caption: But doc! - I'm already so full of pills - I rattle!
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ID: 10071
Publication Date: 2006-12-14
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Home Sweat Home (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: The neurologist invites Iris in the office. They discuss Grandpa Jim's recovery. Everything is going well. He wants her to ask him Yes and No questions.
Caption: Yes.... And.... No.
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ID: 10072
Publication Date: 2006-12-15
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Home Sweat Home (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: The neurologist talks to Iris about Grandpa Jim's recovery. It is hard to be the caregiver. Iris asks for a hug prescription.
Caption: Can you give me a prescription for some hugs?
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ID: 10073
Publication Date: 2006-12-16
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Home Sweat Home (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Handivan takes Grandpa Jim and Iris back home after his appointment with the Neurologist. Iris gives Jim support and hope for a full recovery. Love.
Caption: Where there's love.... There's hope.
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ID: 10116
Publication Date: 2007-02-05
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Home Sweat Home (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Iris offers Grandpa Jim some cookies and tea. Jim is frustrated he can't communicate with her. He tries to talk. Iris and Jim are both frustrated with the speech problem.
Caption: You have no idea how frustrating this speech problem is!!!
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ID: 10117
Publication Date: 2007-02-06
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Home Sweat Home (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Iris offers to call someone for Grandpa Jim to visit with. Instead of saying Ben, he says Blackbeard. They both find it funny. Iris asks permission to laugh. Permission granted.
Caption: Permission to laugh, sir? Permission granted!
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ID: 10118
Publication Date: 2007-02-07
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Home Sweat Home (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Michael visits Grandpa Jim in order to tell him about his book getting published. Jim tries to ask whether it is a hard cover or paperback but all that comes out is swearing. Iris.
Caption: He's never sworn like that before! Is he crazy? Does he even know what I'm saying?!! Hard cover or paperback?
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ID: 10119
Publication Date: 2007-02-08
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Home Sweat Home (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Iris explains to Michael that Grandpa Jim swears sometimes when he is trying to say something else. He tells her about the book contract and Grandpa Jim swears at them and shouts "No". Iris says he wants to be included. She can read him like a book.
Caption: How do you know? I can read him like a book.
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ID: 10120
Publication Date: 2007-02-09
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Home Sweat Home (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Michael tries to talk to Grandpa Jim about his new book deal. Michael is very pumped. Grandpa Jim points to a picture of a gas station. He's also pumped about the book. Iris.
Caption: Thanks, Grandpa. - I'm glad you're pumped too!!
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ID: 10121
Publication Date: 2007-02-10
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Home Sweat Home (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Grandpa Jim reflects on not being able to congratulate Michael on his contract. He tries to write it down. Iris tries to guess what he's writing, she's confused. Jim is happy she said "congratulations". Loves her. Aphasia.
Caption: They call this condition "aphasia"... it should be called "confuse-ya"!
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ID: 10194
Publication Date: 2007-05-07
First Published On (if retro):
Collection Book: Home Sweat Home (Signed Copies)
Other Books: N/A  
Treasuries: We're still working on this!

Description: Grandpa Jim is assisted into a wheelchair accessible van with Iris by his side. He says the word "go" in the proper context and Iris praises him. She says that he's making proper connections and asks him if it is exciting. Jim replies with "Boxcar."
Caption: Boxcar!!!
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