Buzz 502 #1 Posted June 2, 2013 The first Wheel Horse Show I attended was the third one and I've been to every one since. This year there is a 50/50 chance I won't be coming. A couple of weeks ago I developed Bell's Palsy, a condition that paralyzed the right side of my face. My right eye droops closed, the right side of my mouth droops, but worst of all, I can't blink my right eye. I have to continously put drops and ointment in it to keep the cornea from drying out and being damaged. Eating and drinking is a challenge and a sight to behold. I also tire very easily so driving is out. There has been some improvement and hopefully there will be more in the next couple of weeks. See the doctor again Wed. Now some good news. John Fisher usually follows me to the show in his motor home. He said he'd come by, put one of my tractors on the trailer, and drive me to the show. I could either stay in his motor home or with Jerry in his. They both usually have electric so they'll have A/C and a place to take a nap if I tire too much. Now all I have to do is convince the doctor and Mrs. Buzz AKA "She who must be obeyed". Wish me luck. Buzz, applying for a part time job as a gargoyle... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nylyon-(Admin) 8,020 #2 Posted June 2, 2013 Buzz, so sorry to hear that and I can relate 100%, but for me it's the left side. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JimmyJam 542 #3 Posted June 2, 2013 Sorry buzz to hear about your condition. I will have to say that this group of Wheel Horse fanatics on Red Square, have to be the most sincere "volunteers" that I ever have witnessed. Good luck! Hope you can make it to the show! If you do: ENJOY!!!! Wish I could go! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,211 #4 Posted June 2, 2013 If you need some support convincing the Mrs...just let us know...we're there for you buddy. God speed on your recovery Buzz. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevasaurus 23,307 #5 Posted June 2, 2013 Hole Cow Buzz...prayers with you and I hope you are well enough to make the trip...You don't need to bring a tractor...someone will have a horse to ride.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 43,945 #6 Posted June 2, 2013 If I had room I'd bring my sulky and chauffeur you around. Darn SUV's ,knew I should have gotten a P/U! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
varosd 1,185 #7 Posted June 2, 2013 Did you get put on a steroid and/or anti-viral medicine? one cause of Bell's Palsy can be Lyme disease. see what your Primary provider says. Karl and you can be the Wonder Twins (just kidding)! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,211 #8 Posted June 2, 2013 LOL...wandering twins? I'm kidding too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Buzz 502 #9 Posted June 2, 2013 Did you get put on a steroid and/or anti-viral medicine? one cause of Bell's Palsy can be Lyme disease. see what your Primary provider says. Karl and you can be the Wonder Twins (just kidding)! I was on steroids and antibiotics the first 10 days. Test for Lymes disease was negative. Gave me some facial exercises to do plus rub my face with an upward motion. I will beat this damn thing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 37,211 #10 Posted June 2, 2013 I was told the first test for lyme typically is negative. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stigian 1,234 #11 Posted June 2, 2013 Buzz, applying for a part time job as a gargoyle... This made me laugh!! Good to see you have a sense of humor about it Buzz.. Take it from someone who has suffered with Dystonia (no, it's not that country next to Russia ) for the past twelve years, that keeping your sense of humor and seeing the funny side of everything will keep you going. I do get a bit fed up with my condition at times, but I never let it get me down. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
buckrancher 2,695 #12 Posted June 3, 2013 hang in there Buzz we're praying for ya hope you can make it just would'nt seem the same at the show without you brian 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
varosd 1,185 #13 Posted June 3, 2013 Lyme titer can be initially negative until antibodies are produced and then lab will detect them. A lot of ticks are brought in but most are not the Deer tick type. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
posifour11 723 #14 Posted June 3, 2013 Hope ya get to go. Keep working at it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bowtieguy 334 #15 Posted June 3, 2013 Buzz ole buddy...hate to hear about ya....BUT you've got to go to the show again or ole Jerrry won't have anyone to eat his famous road kill stew!!!! Keep us informed of your travels .....would like to meet ya again some day.....and talk faded red stuff!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
specialwheelhorse 174 #16 Posted June 3, 2013 BUZZ : The show would not be the same if you aren't there. Your going to be finer than frog hair, so buck up and GO !! Our teen grandson had Bells a few years back and he's fine now. I know very well what it's like not being able to go for reasons I'll not go into now. Health 75 years old and hundreds of miles might have something to do with it tho !! WE will be with you in spirit, whatever and in prayer as well. JIM @ DEE in Texas Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kthack657 328 #17 Posted June 3, 2013 Buzz, Jim and I are there for you too whether it be a ride or a place to crash, keep us updated!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sorekiwi 761 #18 Posted June 4, 2013 Sorry to hear that Buzz. Wishing you the best for a speedy recovery. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DOC in Kentucky 178 #19 Posted June 4, 2013 A wheel Horse Collector Club show without Buzz will not be the same for sure! Hope you get feeling better and can make it!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ericj 1,579 #20 Posted June 4, 2013 good luck buzz, hope you fell better, does this mean i can give away your spot in the vendor area.just kidding won't be the same with out you hope you can make it eric j Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Buzz 502 #21 Posted June 13, 2013 Well as of today I will be able to make this years show. I'll be riding down with John Fisher in his motorhome and either staying in his or Jerry's. I'll bring the 854 to ride on, that's the only one I've started this spring. See you all next week. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wallfish 18,244 #22 Posted June 14, 2013 Excellent News and glad you can make it! Looking forward to seeing you again. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DOC in Kentucky 178 #23 Posted June 14, 2013 Woohoo!!! Buzz will be at the show! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kthack657 328 #24 Posted June 14, 2013 YAY soooo happy that you will be there cant wait till the show!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
baerpath 517 #25 Posted June 14, 2013 Buzz: You know you will always have a ride at the show. Good to see your gonna make it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
