My Haemorrhage Stroke

Its time to talk…

I want everyone to know that I have made a good recovery, with the love and support of therapists, family and friends. I am back at work part time, I am so grateful I am still making progress and feel finding my way. I have very been left with mild Aphasia, but I am here…meet Lindsay V.2

A hemorrhagic stroke, also known as a brain hemorrhage, is a type of stroke that occurs when a blood vessel in the brain ruptures, causing bleeding into the brain tissue. This bleeding can put pressure on the brain, causing damage to brain cells. Hemorrhagic strokes are less common than ischemic strokes, which are caused by a blockage in a blood vessel in the brain. However, hemorrhagic strokes are more likely to be fatal, and they can cause more severe long-term disabilities than ischemic strokes.

On 25th April 2023 was working at my studio as usual because my parents live close by I went to see them after work. We shared a cup tea and a catch up sitting round the dining table if was probably around 6pm when I world turned up side down…

“I am have trouble with my wordssss”

“My words”

“I can’t form”

“I’m can’t”

“Am I having a stroke?”

“I am having a stroke”

“I havin……g a stroke”

“I a ha….vi…..ng a strok”

“I a hav a stro”

“I a ha a st”

“no”

“ohhhh no”

Below you will see images of my brain ( top down and sideway on), the white blob is the bleed.

Symptoms of a hemorrhagic stroke can vary depending on the location and severity of the bleeding. However, some common symptoms include:

  • Sudden, severe headache
  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Slurred speech
  • Dizziness
  • Confusion
  • Weakness or numbness on one side of the body
  • Loss of consciousness

If you experience any of these symptoms, it is important to seek medical attention immediately. Early diagnosis and treatment can help to reduce the risk of death and disability.

Photography studio hire in Colchester

I just wanted to do a little shout out for my studio space in Colchester which I love to hire out to other togs both amateur and professional oh and also students or keen young people.

Its a great space which has four Bowens lights, lots of light modifiers and props, there is also heating, a toilet downstairs and parking beside the building.

At only £25 p/h (min 2hrs hire) I try and make it as affordable as possible for others to use the space and practice their photography skills.

For more info: https://colchesterphotostudio.co.uk/ or email me at lindsay@colchesterphotostudio.co.uk

A little me time doing what I love

I headed off to the North Norfolk coast this weekend, one of my favourite places to see the Seals. We kept our distance as to not disturb the new mums (we know the mums will abandon their pups if they feel threatened in anyway). We were not disappointed the beaches were full of groaning, lolloping huffing bulls and cows with just born pups suckling and yelping. The scene was so heart warming even with the sea mist it was a magical sight.

Here are a few pics (taken long distance on my 200mm)…

Images showing Seals on Winterton-on-sea beach.

World Photography Day

Did you know its World Photography Day today?

13 years ago I had been made redundant, I had become a single parent and had very little money to support myself and my daughter. I felt I was in a big hole too big to get out of, I felt so helpless and hopeless. It was then I decided to take one of the biggest risk’s I have ever taken in my life and do what I had always secretly wanted to do (but not had the courage to do it) and that was to become a photographer.

With the love, help and support of family & friends and a small bank loan I started my journey. Its been at times a very challenging road to follow (especially through Covid) its also been moving, funny, surprising, rewarding and interesting. It’s taken me out of my comfort zone, and at times pushed me to my limits both physically and emotionally, but I am still here and I have never ever regretted a single moment of it.

My life now is very different, I am so grateful to have a loving partner, have my own photography studio and still have the love and excitement of taking pictures. So today has some meaning for me, it reminds me of how photography helped change my life and for the better and for that I will always be truly thankful.

Heres a pic of me with my first entry level pro camera. ❤️

Happy New Year we are open again!

It was nice to have a break but we are pleased to be back, hope you all had a good Xmas wishing everyone a happy and healthy new year.

As a quick reminder I just want to let everyone know that I do all sorts of photography from people to products. I also hire out my studio to other amateur and pro photographers for only £25 p/h (min 2hrs). Please get in contact if you have any questions- 01206 768721 or email me: lindsay@lindsaywakelinphotography.com