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Dave Allen, thought it was just another normal day.

I woke up early, like I always do, and slipped out to grab coffee for my wife Elaine and myself. The smell of fresh espresso filled the car as I drove home, thinking about the busy day ahead. I made breakfast, ran errands, and even prepared a pot of chili for our family gathering that afternoon. Everything felt ordinary.

By lunchtime, I felt a little tired, so I told Elaine I was going to take a quick nap before our guests arrived. I climbed the stairs, lay down, and closed my eyes.

Then, it happened. I rolled onto my side—and my right arm didn’t follow. At first, I thought it had just fallen asleep. But when I tried to lift it, nothing. No sensation. No control. I reached for my leg—nothing there either. My breath quickened. I tried to sit up, but my body wasn’t listening…

“Honey, you’re having a stroke.”

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