For Better or For Worse by Lynn Johnston for May 18, 2007
May 17, 2007
May 19, 2007
Transcript:
Iris: I put instant mashed potato into the soup, dear. Is it easier to eat now? Jim: Boxcar. Nothing broken. Torquing nuts. Iris: Is it good? Would you like a napkin? Did you have a nice day today? Jim: Standard shift. Standard shift. Iris: Jim, the questions I'm asking all have a "yes" or "no" answer. You can say yes and you can say no!!! Did you have a nice day today? Jim: #&@!! Iris: If your loved one responds with meaningless or unkind words, do not take it personally. This is all part of living with aphasia. *Sniff* What a strange condition this is.... at least it comes with a manual.
