Jamey Sheridans Bells Palsey

[barligirl]

Hi, my first time here. Noticed last 2 episodes he has bells palsey. Anyone know when it happened and how long ago. My husband was fortunate to have it for only a couple of weeks. Very scary to wake up like that!

[Metella]

Techguy - transfering my good will for your struggle over here ..... I'm sure you are even more admired for staying who you are; story below as to why.

I know a farmer who got Bell's - for him, it seemed more that he was out in the wind and the cold and it stunned his nerves. 90% went away in 3 months - the other 10% you can still see if you concentrate on his face.

I only see him a few times a year, but he is a great intelligent man and I think no less & maybe more of him for being the same after this frustrating illness.

[trisha]

Welcome Barligirl I think we are pretty much as in the dark as you are on this one. I do wish Mr. Sheridan a speedy recovery.

And, Techguy, I don't know what to say. Your story really made me sad. I hope that the therapy helps you, and if not, don't worry about what people who don't know you think. Mrs. Techguy and your friends and family will know when you're smiling.

Besides, the rest of the world hardly deserve more than a smirk anyway

[Techguy]

Thanks Metella and Trisha. Let me clarify my Bell's palsy situation before anyone thinks I'm still down in the dumps or still grossly afflicted with it.

The worst part was during the first 6 months to one year after initial onset of BP. It was at that time that I had the most difficulty with speech, eating, etc. I was told that whatever condition I was in by that time, that is how I would remain since there would be no further improvement after that.

By the end of a year, I was 95% recovered and that's where I plateaued, the remaining problem being the smirk look when I try to smile. Thankfully, I have the support of my lovely wife, plus caring family and friends so I am blessed in that regard. I still don't like to have my photo taken, and feel somewhat awkward in new social situations. But I consider that a small price to pay, considering all the factors involved with my military experience and carryover of BP.

Thanks again also to Observer for the website links she provided on another thread.

[Cassie]

Techguy,

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder

It wasn’t' GQ Goren, that I first noticed when it came to LOCI. It was that gooberish dude from Season one. The guy with the crooked teeth, and knocked knees (which they now hide with his long coat). That is why I took a second look at him and the show.

Don't underestimate the power of your smirk. I am sure you have many a admirers from afar

I think Deakins looks rather dapper with his eye patch

[Techguy]

Thanks, Cassie. I'm glad you mentioned how Jamey Sheridan looks with his eye patch because what I appreciate most about the last two CI episodes is how the Bell's palsy issue has been addressed head on, with no long winded explanations. These episodes show Capt. Deakins doing his job effectively, especially in "The Unblinking Eye" in his scene with the mother of the troubled young girl. Kudos for Jamey Sheridan for portraying someone with BP in such a positive way.