@@coleandcharisma - I have glaucoma, astigmatism, and two tears in one eye from a car accident. My vision is impaired especially at night with headlights and streetlights. I did some research and learned about "Adie's pupil". Adie's pupil, also known as tonic pupil, is a neurological disorder that causes an abnormal response to light in one or both pupils: The pupil is larger than normal, doesn't constrict in bright light, and can cause light sensitivity, blurry vision, and impaired vision. An ophthalmologist can diagnose Adie's pupil during a routine eye exam by observing the pupil's size and reaction to light.
I was suffering from severe, crippling migraines for almost three decades. For the last four months i have been migraine free, first time in my whole adult life and it all happened after i quit drinking coffee.
Omg that’s so amazing! I can’t imagine how tough the last 3 decades were for you. So happy you found the cause of them and no longer suffer from migraines! 🤍
I suffer from migraines 😞. I have to take meds everyday for it. Unfortunately my headaches can turn into a migraine in a snap of a finger. I actually have a MRI scheduled at the end of this month. I am TERRIFIED. I was suppose to get it done when I was a little girl but the docs said the word Tumer and it terrified me. 37 now and I'm still scared to know. I'm PRAYING it's just showing the scar tissues from the migraines and nothing too serious.
That title had me so scared! I'm glad everything ended up being ok. Also kinda judging you cole for the months test 😂 Knowing that yall are always there for each is always heart warming 😊
You are both incredibly supportive of each other. Cole, you are so good to Charisma, and she is the same to you. You two are what i would like in a relationship with a partner. 💝 I'm glad you didn't have a permanent disability from the migraine that occurred. Thank God you healed from it. I'm sure it was scary for both of you and your families. 🙏✝️
God bless you guys! I suffer from migraines. I'm 71 and live in a camper on my best friends property. And when I'm done with a migraine about once or twice a year, my best friends takes care of my little dog, feeding, walking, etc. She brings me food. Yes, you always need a backup plan.
Migraines are tough, I’ve only had a couple but they lasted a couple of days and I couldn’t work or even get out of bed. I’m glad you’re feeling better Charisma I’ll pray for you that you don’t get one again. It’s a good thing you have Cole with you and he has you. God bless both of you.
My sister just went through this a couple weeks ago - no migraine pain but lost feeling in her whole right side. She was swarmed by doctors and they later determined it was an aura migraine, but actually found some old stroke activity in the process. She’s fine now and they are adjusting her meds and things to prevent strokes in the future
My oldest son had a stroke at the age of 38 on New Year's morning at 1am. I feel like my heart has been run through a food processor. It's a frightening, heartbreaking thing. I'm so glad Charisma is healthy. God bless Cole and Charisma with good health and joy for the rest of their lives, Amen.
Thanks for sharing how you both support each other when something goes wrong. It’s nice to know you are both caregivers to each other & very equally yoked. See you two lovebirds next time.
I live with those Ocular migraines...flashing circular lights , light sensitivity, nausea, pain all over . I take only an herbal capsule called Migranol for pain..and rest away from bright lights and noise when i can. Never know when they are going to happen 🤷 My Father suffered with them too and my youngest daughter has them also. So i can definitely relate to what you were going through and it can be quite scary if it is the first time experiencing them! 😔 Almost feel like a seizure would feel, very fatigued afterwards.
Charisma, you are a beautiful woman no matter what you are doing with your hair. And it looks great this way. You are always keeping it fresh!! Love Cole's curly hair, too!
Good reminder of how Cole can help out and take care of you to. If he needs to he has come along ways in gaining more independence in the last few years Good job Cole!!! Blessing to you both
I've loved all your hairstyles Charisma, my fave is the long braids & Cole's longer & curly is really cute. I was a live in caregiver to Quad & MS friends. My super power was my strength, especially in my legs because it required a lot of strength to lift both of them. On a rare weekend off (Mother's Day to be exact) I was in a terrible motorcycle wreck, road rash from head to toe & 60+ "green willow fractures" from going off a cliff. At the bottom the bike's exhaust pipe was on my ankle area. I didn't cry, even after seeing myself, until it was brought to my attention I could not feel my foot or leg up to my knee. I was so upset because we did not have definite backup care for my guys. While I was obsessing about how I would care for them, they were working out an Aide for all 3 of us! I healed and family had stepped in to watch over them. I didn't even know their families but I had known & cared for them in a hospital setting for a couple of years. Says a lot about them unlike your families. I never did live in, just house calls after them for so many awesome people with great families. My being sick or injured (or my disease progression) had minimal issues for their care which was great.
Charisma ❤ Cole ❤ so glad you did a video on this, it’s so important for care givers to be taken breaks, my son is c5/6 on a ventilator & he don’t have care, I’ve done it for 5 years nearly & boy these past few weeks because of being poorly has truly taken its toll on the both of us. We know how you both feel ❤ sending love ❤
It’s a blessing that you worked through that scary time 🙏 It’s also a wonderful situation that you were living with Cole’s parents so there was backup support ❤️
Coke. I thought you meant currently by your caption. My husband had a stroke 4 years ago due to A-fib. Still alive but has robbed him of everything except his mind now. Just getting over pneumonia. We take care of him at home and with the help of myself, son and daughter-in-law. I am 74 and I have mobility issues and praise should go to caregivers. It is a hard hard both physically and mentally. We have been together for 50 years and it is so hard to see your soulmate slipping away a little everyday. You two just work so well together and family is everything. Glad you are okay Charisma.
Taking care of a very physically challenged adult is very taxing for one person. Thankfully, you have two individuals to assist you. Charisma and Cole have spent enormous sums of money moving, buying houses, buying things, and renovating. They need to consider expending their money to pay for some rehular relief for Charisma.We know she and Cole love each other, but being his sole caregiver is absolutely too much for her. Even if they could get 4 hour relieve periods three or four times a week, it wouldbe very beneficial to her and Cole. All of that stress is probably what causes her to still suffer from migraine headaches. Blessings and good wishes to both of them.
Sending you thoughts of encouragement and support. You and your family are giving your husband the best gift anyone can have in life, unconditional love and caring support. Peace and blessings to all of you.❤💝💝
I actually took care of someone who needed care from a caregiver. Thank God we accepted the fact that we were done with the care that was needed. I am grateful that we were done with everything that needed to be done. ❤😊
I’ve had migraines for years but never as bad as what you suffered. I knew it was coming so I’d take meds as soon as it started. I’m happy it didn’t happen to you again sweet girl. I know Cole would take good care of you.
OMGoshhh! I remember when you had your migraine, and how scared and worried Cole was for you. I thank God you were okay. C&C, whether sick or healthy, to me you are the epitome of how to take care of each other, and I admire you for having implemented a plan of action should you require additional support. Sista Charisma, you have a beautiful head full of hair! Am I jealous much? Hell YES!🤣Cole, man-o-man, what can I say? I was sweating bullets watching you recite the months backwards, but I'm not judging you.🤣 LUBBBS Y'all 🥰
Oh my gosh! We were so worried! Aw, you’re seriously the sweetest! Thank you so much 🤍 it has taken me forever to figure out how to straighten my hair 😅 thank youuu! I was stressing listening to Cole recite the months backwards, too 🤣
I have suffered from migraines for about 30 years since I was in my teens. I have never found a medication that effectively deals with them that doesn't also knock me completely out for a few hours. I've had to go into the ER before because I thought that this was the worst migraine of my life and was worried about an aneurysm like you but thankfully I didn't have that. I'm very sorry that you're also suffering from this they are really really difficult to deal with and extremely painful.
Hi Charisma and Cole. I am glad you recovered from the migraine episode! I am sure it was very scary to experience that! We have a friend who suffered from severe migraines which required hospitalization at times! One thing she discovered was that eating cheese seemed to contribute to her episodes! She was known for her famous Velveeta Mac & Cheese! After she gave it up, her symptoms stopped! It may not be the same for each person, but it is important to determine the triggers - as you all wisely focused on finding out! Continued blessings!
Thanks for sharing this story Charisma! Very happy it was caused by something that is fixable. I often get headaches too from eye strain so this is a reminder to take care of my eyes as I've heard and can imagine how painful migraines are.
Cookies & Cream just like us ❣️it. Cole even though this was a core memory the concern you have on your face while recalling was evident, since & heartwarming. It's quite apparent you both love each other dearly. Take care of each other & protect ya'll love! May God bless many years of your union🙏🏽
I remember when Charisma had that migraine. I think it was in 2019? I was so scared when i read something like 'stroke' like symptoms. Glad youre good. Love the hair. Cole made me stress reciting those months backwards. Happy new week guys
I was just thinking of you and Cole and saw this video. I like Cole’s curls, your hair is beautiful Charisma.❤❤ Another great story, I was sitting forward in my recliner taking it all in. I pray you both are ALWAYS able to take care of each other.
Charisma straightens her hair, and Cole is curly!! Both of you look great! Yes, migraines are awful. When I have one I am usually down for 3 days, and when it lets up, I am spent for a couple of days. I sincerely sympathize with you, Charisma, and am very happy to know you haven’t had another one. You are both looking out for each other! Love from Pennsylvania 💕🌷🐻
I have migraines very sensitive to light and sound, I have had three brain surgeries due to hydrocephalus, I can relate to Charismas story quite a bit. I am glad that you are bringing awareness to this topic.
I have had 5 strokes and have migraines since I was 10. I am 56. No reason for strokes. They are stumped. It threw me into menopause after 5th stroke. Glad you’re ok.
That’s terrifying! I’m so glad you ended up okay 💜 I have pots syndrome, and my episodes can mimic strokes. The first one I had, I was convinced I was dying. Fainted, woke up, couldn’t feel the left side of my body. I realized I couldn’t move my legs, and both hands went tingly. Started seeing bright lights in my eyes and my hearing went out. A nurse grabbed me and set me down on a stretcher and hooked me up to an EKG, and I felt something hot start at my neck and run down my entire left side. I started sobbing. I was 14. That was the first of MANY episodes. Now that I’m 21, my episodes more so mimic seizures than strokes, but I lose the ability to speak. After a couple hours I’m totally fine again. It’s so weird! I also get ocular migraines. I’ll see a bright “camera flash” in my eyes, and have blurred vision for hours.
I've had my own health struggles and rollercoasters as well and I love watching your videos. It actually puts me at ease seeing others reflect on their own health challenges with humour and a good attitude. It's refreshing since so many people get so sad and depressing when they hear about my health but when you go through these struggles, you just take things as they come. It's difficult for others to understand if they've been lucky enough to be in good health and they see you as living their worst fears but I think living with health issues and disabilities comes with a lot of acceptance and just wanting to be grateful for the good days.
I’ve had one migraine in my life which was just this year back around the middle of June. There were no warning signs as it was early in the morning when I was waking up, actually I wasn’t supposed to be getting up that early, it woke up up. I wasn’t sure what was going on but I knew something was wrong as I couldn’t read things around my room. It was so weird and maddening because I knew I was suppose to be able to read certain things at my age of course and the light was horrible too. My head was throbbing. I also was wondering if I was having a stroke too. My brother had a hemorrhagic stroke as well right after he turned 33 in 2018 so that was kind of scary thinking back to what that was like. I called my mother at work who told me that it was probably a migraine. Thankfully, I fell asleep and woke up hours later feeling much better.
Wow I have also had a Hemiplegic Migraine. I was in the ICU for several days. It was very frightening. I’m so glad you recovered well and had such wonderful love and support.
Thank Gd you are okay. When weird stuff happens like that it’s always scary. My mom had a weird and really rare age related thing called global amnesia happen once, but she was fine 48 hours later. It has never happened since as well. I love Ya’ll! Happy holidays.
So glad you are okay and haven't experienced another migraine! They are so scary. I had my first one with aura in my 20s as well and had numbness too. Now in my 30s I get one another every other month and it knocks me down for about 3 days. 😢 ❤
Chronic migraine sufferer here.... you can definitely try to control your triggers, but it doesn't always work. Like one of my biggest triggers are certain scents, like perfumes, colognes, lotions, the smell of citrus, etc. I can't control what other people wear, and I have certainly had migraines triggered at the store because of someone else's perfume. Also, fyi, migraines don't always have to be accompanied by severe pain (though they usually are). Even a mild headache can be a migraine if it comes with nausea and / or light sensitivity. Thankfully I've never had a migraine as severe as Charisma's, but my younger brother did...he had temporary amnesia for 3 days due to one, once.
I love how lovely you both are together. Beautiful smiles and so much love. I noticed it soothes me to watch you talking and almost nothing has that affect on me. Take care of yourselves and each other and we look forward to whenever you come back to update us.
I had the very same situation! But before that light showed into my eyes, I lost vision in my eye- it was pitch black. Half of my body was weird and I struggled to speak. I was at work, got up, went to my manager, and said that there was something wrong with me, I can't see, I think I should go to the doctor. I am almost sure that he didn't realize how I was, maybe he was thinking that I was faking a bit and I just wanted to go home. I started the work just recently through an agency and people from agencies tend not to take their jobs seriously because there are that few week time where you or your employer can just end the contract- no consequences. Anyway, he told me that I can go home, so I was walking all by myself- don't remember much, found the closest doctor (it was 25-ish min walk) I don't know how long it took me because my memory is foggy too. I thought that I might have some sort of seizure- which I never had before, migraine either. The doctor right away said it was migraine and he was very annoyed with me that I didn't know that and came to waste his time. He gave me a prescription and told me to go home- another 35-minute walk. I remember being a burrito in the bed, fully covered, and asked not to touch me, because it hurt me. I slept till the morning when I had to go back to work- but I promise you, I don't remember if I went to work or if my friend called my work and said that I was in no condition to even move. I am not sure but it was around 8 years ago, I was 24 too! Never happened since. I can understand you so much. :D Worth mentioning, I was living in the UK- not my country (been there fo about 2 years atp)(I am from Poland). English is not my 1st language and I had to go through all of that on my own, without my family. I called them later- they were very scared :( I am so glad that you were alright after a few days 💞
First off LOVE your hair Charisma it's so thick and healthy! I have been debating on getting a Dyson as well! I am so glad you are doing better! Going to the ER and being admitted to the hospital is beyond scary, I've had my fair share of experiences. I used to have chronic ear infections that was always associated with a "sinus infection", my hearing in my right ear started to decrease and then years later excruciating migraines as well as flu like symptoms, had a CT scan and MRI where a mass was detected and I had a brain tumor, two brain surgeries later and after 25 radiation treatments, I am now doing well and just had a baby via IVF 5 months ago! I am so sorry you had to experience that and thank you for telling your story, so glad it was not a stroke! Love how you all love each other
So many things about health we don't fully understand, margraine is one of those things. Cole has a wonderful caregiver and Charisma has a wonderful caregiver too. ❤😊❤
"Yeah, unless you're having a complex migraine apparently LOL!" Considering all the concerns she expressed.. that was a great zinger, Cole 🤣. Most people can't say the months backwards any faster than Cole just did. But seriously you two are such a loving amazing couple I'm so glad she wasn't seriously ill. Isn't it weird that you were being tested right at the time you needed help... Kind of lucky actually.
I feel your story, I also have Complex Migraines that present as a stroke. The first time We found that it wasn’t a stroke right before they gave me the stroke medicine. I’ve had 5 since 2020 and it’s terrifying every single time!
I have chronic migraines and have had a few complex migraines. I'm glad you had supportive people and doctors because one time I went to the ER and they completely downplayed it. Paperwork said "bad headache". And Cole, yes medication is available for migraine prevention and stopping it, but I've been suffering for YEARS. I used to get them daily. Its hard sometimes bc I just wake up with them. I have triggers I avoid, but medication is not 100% successful.
You and Cole are such a very caring couple. And are teaching others how to be caregivers as well. Even though charisma is the main caregiver. It seems like you got a chance to experience Cole being there for you. And it sounds like he was there 💯 awesome. Take care y'all ❤
I'm blessed that even though I have the migraine AURAS, I don't have the headache PAIN! The migraine auras are bad (temporary BLINDNESS0 enough by themselves, so, I can't imagine having to suffer with pain, too. God BLESS you two. 🙏❤
So glad you’re well. I remember in my first apartment, the laundry room was in the basement with very bright overhead lights. Once when I looked up as the lights, it triggered a purple shower of flashing lights for several minutes that scared me soo much! I couldn’t see anything except for the lights! It happened about 3 more times before I went to the ophthalmologist and he said it was the auras of a migraine. ‘So weird. The doctor said that thankfully, it was ONLY the aura. 🙏🏼
Its good that you brought this subject up at this time. Someone could be seeing this video and lo and behold something like this happens to them or someone they know . They can have in memory what happened to you.😊
Charisma And Cole is so cute together. They are so much in love. God Bless Them 🙏 Hope for a family for them in Jesus name. Happy Holidays Everybody 🎉 And a Happy New Year 🎊
How Scary for both of you. I'm glad it wasn't something recent. My 1st migraine was a shock to me in my early 20s. Extremely nauseous and had to just sleep in the dark. Birth control pills were the contributing factor.
I’M SO GLAD TO SEE THAT U R DOING BETTER NOW (EVENTHOUGH IT WAS A VERY LONG TIME AGO) N I’M SO VERY SORRY THAT U HAD TO GO THROUGH THAT N GOD BLESS YOUR TEACHER THAT DROVE U TO THE HOSPITAL N GOD BLESS YOUR FRIEND’S FOR CALLING CALL TO COME MEET U AT THE HOSPITAL N GOD BLESS COLE FOR CALLING YOUR PARENTS N ALSO GOD BLESS COLE N YOUR PARENTS FOR GOING TO THE HOSPITAL N MY MOM HAS CRONIC MIGRAINE’S N IT RUNA ON HER SIDE OF THE FAMILY MY SISTER HAS THEM TOO (NOT CRONIC ONES THOUGH) I’VE HAD 3 OF THEM (THAT I KNOW OF) IN ALL MY 34 YEAR’S OF LIFE (MINE R NOT CRONIC EITHER BTW)
The onset of my migraines years ago I was so scared I was having a stroke it had similarities and a stabbing pain in my head. I’m so glad you’re okay ❤
Just listening to what happened is actually triggering me. I had a super mad migraine that it sent me to the hospital this year! I also saw those auras! Super annoying and scary!
Oh man. I went through this with my husband this year. I was working at a hospital close to an hour away from where he worked, and he called me to inform me he was in ED with left sided weakness, and his speech was dysarthric. I rushed to the hospital as fast as I could, worried it could be a stroke. Turns out he also had a complex migraine. He'd only ever had visual aura migraines prior, so a migraine didn't even occur to him either. It was scary.
That’s crazy! I remember being a senior in high school and my face went numb on one side. I thought I was having a stroke! It turned out to be a complex migraine but I remember how terrifying it was and how difficult it was to find answers. I’ve never heard of anyone experiencing the same thing so I’m really happy you shared your story. I had several of them later when I went off to college, but haven’t had one in a while. Hard explaining to people that half your body is going weak, but “don’t worry, this just happens” 😂
The two of you are absolutely a beautiful union.
We’re glad you’re ok. 😊
Thank you! I was definitely a scary few days
I love these two men together..@@coleandcharisma
Yes me too!
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@@coleandcharisma - I have glaucoma, astigmatism, and two tears in one eye from a car accident. My vision is impaired especially at night with headlights and streetlights.
I did some research and learned about "Adie's pupil". Adie's pupil, also known as tonic pupil, is a neurological disorder that causes an abnormal response to light in one or both pupils:
The pupil is larger than normal, doesn't constrict in bright light, and can cause light sensitivity, blurry vision, and impaired vision. An ophthalmologist can diagnose Adie's pupil during a routine eye exam by observing the pupil's size and reaction to light.
Oh Lord, bless beautiful Charisma with good health from now on, Bless her and Cole in all things! You two are so loveable!
Amen 🙏🏾
Charisma is so beautiful.
I love the banter between you.
Wild story. I’m glad she recovered. Your hair looks stunning on you ❤
I was suffering from severe, crippling migraines for almost three decades. For the last four months i have been migraine free, first time in my whole adult life and it all happened after i quit drinking coffee.
Omg that’s so amazing! I can’t imagine how tough the last 3 decades were for you. So happy you found the cause of them and no longer suffer from migraines! 🤍
You were never once told to avoid caffeine especially coffee in 30 years?? Wow
For some migraine sufferers caffeine is necessary to survive.
I suffer from migraines 😞. I have to take meds everyday for it. Unfortunately my headaches can turn into a migraine in a snap of a finger. I actually have a MRI scheduled at the end of this month. I am TERRIFIED. I was suppose to get it done when I was a little girl but the docs said the word Tumer and it terrified me. 37 now and I'm still scared to know. I'm PRAYING it's just showing the scar tissues from the migraines and nothing too serious.
Interesting, Caffiene helped me so much when I had migraines. Everyone is different!
That title had me so scared! I'm glad everything ended up being ok. Also kinda judging you cole for the months test 😂
Knowing that yall are always there for each is always heart warming 😊
It was sooo scary! Thank you! Please judge Cole because what the heck!! 🤣 - Charisma
Me toooo!!
I did worse on that test. Dyscalculia and adhd make for a rough ride sometimes
You look sooooo Pretty 🤩😍💖
Love your hair Charisma.
It’s wonderful you’re both so supportive of one another. 💗
Thank you! 🤍
You are both incredibly supportive of each other. Cole, you are so good to Charisma, and she is the same to you. You two are what i would like in a relationship with a partner. 💝 I'm glad you didn't have a permanent disability from the migraine that occurred. Thank God you healed from it. I'm sure it was scary for both of you and your families. 🙏✝️
I'm so glad you're okay! Prayers for healing and good health.
God bless you guys! I suffer from migraines. I'm 71 and live in a camper on my best friends property. And when I'm done with a migraine about once or twice a year, my best friends takes care of my little dog, feeding, walking, etc. She brings me food. Yes, you always need a backup plan.
Migraines are tough, I’ve only had a couple but they lasted a couple of days and I couldn’t work or even get out of bed. I’m glad you’re feeling better Charisma I’ll pray for you that you don’t get one again. It’s a good thing you have Cole with you and he has you. God bless both of you.
I'm truly happy that you're ok now. You both are loving for each other, keep taking care of each other. I's beautiful. God bless you both.
Thank you 🤍🤍
Please take care of yourself, I'm so glad that you're okay. I will be praying for you and Cole.
So glad you were ok!! Sending love and blessings to you both!
I'm so very happy you are ok !!! Prayers ! Blessings. Love Joy and Happiness your way 💕💕💕💕
I'm glad you didn't have a stroke godwith you and your family 🙏
My sister just went through this a couple weeks ago - no migraine pain but lost feeling in her whole right side. She was swarmed by doctors and they later determined it was an aura migraine, but actually found some old stroke activity in the process. She’s fine now and they are adjusting her meds and things to prevent strokes in the future
My oldest son had a stroke at the age of 38 on New Year's morning at 1am. I feel like my heart has been run through a food processor. It's a frightening, heartbreaking thing. I'm so glad Charisma is healthy. God bless Cole and Charisma with good health and joy for the rest of their lives, Amen.
Thanks for sharing how you both support each other when something goes wrong. It’s nice to know you are both caregivers to each other & very equally yoked. See you two lovebirds next time.
I am so glad you are ok!!! I am wishing you both well!!!
Happy you’re doing better now, wishing you guys the best of health 🙏🏾🙏🏾
I live with those Ocular migraines...flashing circular lights , light sensitivity, nausea, pain all over . I take only an herbal capsule called Migranol for pain..and rest away from bright lights and noise when i can. Never know when they are going to happen 🤷 My Father suffered with them too and my youngest daughter has them also. So i can definitely relate to what you were going through and it can be quite scary if it is the first time experiencing them! 😔 Almost feel like a seizure would feel, very fatigued afterwards.
Charisma, you are a beautiful woman no matter what you are doing with your hair. And it looks great this way. You are always keeping it fresh!! Love Cole's curly hair, too!
Good reminder of how Cole can help out and take care of you to. If he needs to he has come along ways in gaining more independence in the last few years Good job Cole!!!
Blessing to you both
This was a stress related migraine! State exams, something majorly stressful and important! Yes the driving! EXAMS!
Before I even watch I just have to say I’m so glad you seem to be doing okay. Hugs and prayers your way❤️
Glad you're ok sweetie💖
So glad your ok and you both make a great team and taking care of eachother ♥️
I am so grateful that you are okay!❤❤❤
I've loved all your hairstyles Charisma, my fave is the long braids & Cole's longer & curly is really cute. I was a live in caregiver to Quad & MS friends. My super power was my strength, especially in my legs because it required a lot of strength to lift both of them. On a rare weekend off (Mother's Day to be exact) I was in a terrible motorcycle wreck, road rash from head to toe & 60+
"green willow fractures" from going off a cliff. At the bottom the bike's exhaust pipe was on my ankle area. I didn't cry, even after seeing myself, until it was brought to my attention I could not feel my foot or leg up to my knee. I was so upset because we did not have definite backup care for my guys. While I was obsessing about how I would care for them, they were working out an Aide for all 3 of us! I healed and family had stepped in to watch over them. I didn't even know their families but I had known & cared for them in a hospital setting for a couple of years. Says a lot about them unlike your families. I never did live in, just house calls after them for so many awesome people with great families. My being sick or injured (or my disease progression) had minimal issues for their care which was great.
so happy to know you have not gotten anymore migraines!! your such a beautiful couple many blessings to you both!
Charisma ❤ Cole ❤ so glad you did a video on this, it’s so important for care givers to be taken breaks, my son is c5/6 on a ventilator & he don’t have care, I’ve done it for 5 years nearly & boy these past few weeks because of being poorly has truly taken its toll on the both of us. We know how you both feel ❤ sending love ❤
It’s a blessing that you worked through that scary time 🙏 It’s also a wonderful situation that you were living with Cole’s parents so there was backup support ❤️
Yall have gone through SO MUCH!!
Coke. I thought you meant currently by your caption. My husband had a stroke 4 years ago due to A-fib. Still alive but has robbed him of everything except his mind now. Just getting over pneumonia. We take care of him at home and with the help of myself, son and daughter-in-law. I am 74 and I have mobility issues and praise should go to caregivers. It is a hard hard both physically and mentally. We have been together for 50 years and it is so hard to see your soulmate slipping away a little everyday. You two just work so well together and family is everything. Glad you are okay Charisma.
I wish you and your husband better health.❤❤❤
Taking care of a very physically challenged adult is very taxing for one person. Thankfully, you have two individuals to assist you. Charisma and Cole have spent enormous sums of money moving, buying houses, buying things, and renovating. They need to consider expending their money to pay for some rehular relief for Charisma.We know she and Cole love each other, but being his sole caregiver is absolutely too much for her. Even if they could get 4 hour relieve periods three or four times a week, it wouldbe very beneficial to her and Cole. All of that stress is probably what causes her to still suffer from migraine headaches. Blessings and good wishes to both of them.
Sending you thoughts of encouragement and support. You and your family are giving your husband the best gift anyone can have in life, unconditional love and caring support. Peace and blessings to all of you.❤💝💝
I pray complete healing in your husband's body, in Jesus name.
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I actually took care of someone who needed care from a caregiver. Thank God we accepted the fact that we were done with the care that was needed. I am grateful that we were done with everything that needed to be done. ❤😊
I’ve had migraines for years but never as bad as what you suffered. I knew it was coming so I’d take meds as soon as it started.
I’m happy it didn’t happen to you again sweet girl. I know Cole would take good care of you.
You both are so loving ❤ to each other.
You guys are the cutest couple. So glad I found your channel.
Thank you! 🤍
OMGoshhh! I remember when you had your migraine, and how scared and worried Cole was for you. I thank God you were okay. C&C, whether sick or healthy, to me you are the epitome of how to take care of each other, and I admire you for having implemented a plan of action should you require additional support. Sista Charisma, you have a beautiful head full of hair! Am I jealous much? Hell YES!🤣Cole, man-o-man, what can I say? I was sweating bullets watching you recite the months backwards, but I'm not judging you.🤣
LUBBBS Y'all 🥰
Oh my gosh! We were so worried! Aw, you’re seriously the sweetest! Thank you so much 🤍 it has taken me forever to figure out how to straighten my hair 😅 thank youuu! I was stressing listening to Cole recite the months backwards, too 🤣
@@coleandcharisma Aww...Thank YOU!! You're the best!🤗
Thank God she’s serious about her health and she keeps her health in check ❤ God Bless y’all both ❤❤
I have suffered from migraines for about 30 years since I was in my teens. I have never found a medication that effectively deals with them that doesn't also knock me completely out for a few hours. I've had to go into the ER before because I thought that this was the worst migraine of my life and was worried about an aneurysm like you but thankfully I didn't have that. I'm very sorry that you're also suffering from this they are really really difficult to deal with and extremely painful.
Hi Charisma and Cole. I am glad you recovered from the migraine episode! I am sure it was very scary to experience that!
We have a friend who suffered from severe migraines which required hospitalization at times! One thing she discovered was that eating cheese seemed to contribute to her episodes! She was known for her famous Velveeta Mac &
Cheese! After she gave it up, her symptoms stopped! It may not be the same for each person, but it is important to determine the triggers - as you all wisely focused on finding out! Continued blessings!
I used to getvthem from old cheese could eat medium nut not old cheese.
Thanks for sharing this story Charisma! Very happy it was caused by something that is fixable. I often get headaches too from eye strain so this is a reminder to take care of my eyes as I've heard and can imagine how painful migraines are.
Cookies & Cream just like us ❣️it. Cole even though this was a core memory the concern you have on your face while recalling was evident, since & heartwarming. It's quite apparent you both love each other dearly. Take care of each other & protect ya'll love! May God bless many years of your union🙏🏽
I remember when Charisma had that migraine. I think it was in 2019? I was so scared when i read something like 'stroke' like symptoms. Glad youre good. Love the hair. Cole made me stress reciting those months backwards. Happy new week guys
lol months are hard
I was just thinking of you and Cole and saw this video.
I like Cole’s curls, your hair is beautiful Charisma.❤❤
Another great story, I was sitting forward in my recliner taking it all in. I pray you both are ALWAYS able to take care of each other.
Charisma straightens her hair, and Cole is curly!! Both of you look great! Yes, migraines are awful. When I have one I am usually down for 3 days, and when it lets up, I am spent for a couple of days. I sincerely sympathize with you, Charisma, and am very happy to know you haven’t had another one. You are both looking out for each other! Love from Pennsylvania 💕🌷🐻
I have migraines very sensitive to light and sound, I have had three brain surgeries due to hydrocephalus, I can relate to Charismas story quite a bit. I am glad that you are bringing awareness to this topic.
I have had 5 strokes and have migraines since I was 10. I am 56. No reason for strokes. They are stumped. It threw me into menopause after 5th stroke. Glad you’re ok.
That’s terrifying! I’m so glad you ended up okay 💜 I have pots syndrome, and my episodes can mimic strokes. The first one I had, I was convinced I was dying. Fainted, woke up, couldn’t feel the left side of my body. I realized I couldn’t move my legs, and both hands went tingly. Started seeing bright lights in my eyes and my hearing went out. A nurse grabbed me and set me down on a stretcher and hooked me up to an EKG, and I felt something hot start at my neck and run down my entire left side. I started sobbing. I was 14. That was the first of MANY episodes. Now that I’m 21, my episodes more so mimic seizures than strokes, but I lose the ability to speak. After a couple hours I’m totally fine again. It’s so weird! I also get ocular migraines. I’ll see a bright “camera flash” in my eyes, and have blurred vision for hours.
Thank you for sharing this, I’m glad you’re doing well.
Get well mar. So glad you are feeling better.
You both tell stories exactly the way I do....back story, minute details, changing it when I remember one of those details are wrong!!!!!!😂😂😂
I've had my own health struggles and rollercoasters as well and I love watching your videos. It actually puts me at ease seeing others reflect on their own health challenges with humour and a good attitude.
It's refreshing since so many people get so sad and depressing when they hear about my health but when you go through these struggles, you just take things as they come. It's difficult for others to understand if they've been lucky enough to be in good health and they see you as living their worst fears but I think living with health issues and disabilities comes with a lot of acceptance and just wanting to be grateful for the good days.
Glad to know youre okay ❤❤❤
I am so happy to see a full video of you two pop up on my YT feed again! It feels like forever since you last did one. Happy holidays, C&C!
I’ve had one migraine in my life which was just this year back around the middle of June. There were no warning signs as it was early in the morning when I was waking up, actually I wasn’t supposed to be getting up that early, it woke up up. I wasn’t sure what was going on but I knew something was wrong as I couldn’t read things around my room. It was so weird and maddening because I knew I was suppose to be able to read certain things at my age of course and the light was horrible too. My head was throbbing. I also was wondering if I was having a stroke too. My brother had a hemorrhagic stroke as well right after he turned 33 in 2018 so that was kind of scary thinking back to what that was like. I called my mother at work who told me that it was probably a migraine. Thankfully, I fell asleep and woke up hours later feeling much better.
Wow I have also had a Hemiplegic Migraine. I was in the ICU for several days. It was very frightening. I’m so glad you recovered well and had such wonderful love and support.
I feel the love between the both of you ya'll both are absolutely gorgeous!
Thank Gd you are okay. When weird stuff happens like that it’s always scary. My mom had a weird and really rare age related thing called global amnesia happen once, but she was fine 48 hours later. It has never happened since as well. I love Ya’ll! Happy holidays.
So glad you are okay and haven't experienced another migraine! They are so scary. I had my first one with aura in my 20s as well and had numbness too. Now in my 30s I get one another every other month and it knocks me down for about 3 days. 😢 ❤
Chronic migraine sufferer here.... you can definitely try to control your triggers, but it doesn't always work. Like one of my biggest triggers are certain scents, like perfumes, colognes, lotions, the smell of citrus, etc. I can't control what other people wear, and I have certainly had migraines triggered at the store because of someone else's perfume. Also, fyi, migraines don't always have to be accompanied by severe pain (though they usually are). Even a mild headache can be a migraine if it comes with nausea and / or light sensitivity. Thankfully I've never had a migraine as severe as Charisma's, but my younger brother did...he had temporary amnesia for 3 days due to one, once.
Vestibular migraines here .
Light and definitely scent sensitivity.
Blood sugar being regulated definitely helps
Thank goodness that you are doing well Charisma and love to see you both! 🙏💓💓💓💓
I love how lovely you both are together. Beautiful smiles and so much love. I noticed it soothes me to watch you talking and almost nothing has that affect on me. Take care of yourselves and each other and we look forward to whenever you come back to update us.
Your hair looks absolutely beautiful, Charisma ❤!!
Hey guys, hope you are well. Have a happy holiday. So glad that Charisma is ok.
I had the very same situation! But before that light showed into my eyes, I lost vision in my eye- it was pitch black. Half of my body was weird and I struggled to speak. I was at work, got up, went to my manager, and said that there was something wrong with me, I can't see, I think I should go to the doctor. I am almost sure that he didn't realize how I was, maybe he was thinking that I was faking a bit and I just wanted to go home. I started the work just recently through an agency and people from agencies tend not to take their jobs seriously because there are that few week time where you or your employer can just end the contract- no consequences.
Anyway, he told me that I can go home, so I was walking all by myself- don't remember much, found the closest doctor (it was 25-ish min walk) I don't know how long it took me because my memory is foggy too. I thought that I might have some sort of seizure- which I never had before, migraine either.
The doctor right away said it was migraine and he was very annoyed with me that I didn't know that and came to waste his time. He gave me a prescription and told me to go home- another 35-minute walk.
I remember being a burrito in the bed, fully covered, and asked not to touch me, because it hurt me. I slept till the morning when I had to go back to work- but I promise you, I don't remember if I went to work or if my friend called my work and said that I was in no condition to even move.
I am not sure but it was around 8 years ago, I was 24 too! Never happened since.
I can understand you so much. :D
Worth mentioning, I was living in the UK- not my country (been there fo about 2 years atp)(I am from Poland). English is not my 1st language and I had to go through all of that on my own, without my family. I called them later- they were very scared :(
I am so glad that you were alright after a few days 💞
So glad no more migraines headache gods is good and is mercy endures forever…Gods bless you both always 🙏
First off LOVE your hair Charisma it's so thick and healthy! I have been debating on getting a Dyson as well! I am so glad you are doing better! Going to the ER and being admitted to the hospital is beyond scary, I've had my fair share of experiences. I used to have chronic ear infections that was always associated with a "sinus infection", my hearing in my right ear started to decrease and then years later excruciating migraines as well as flu like symptoms, had a CT scan and MRI where a mass was detected and I had a brain tumor, two brain surgeries later and after 25 radiation treatments, I am now doing well and just had a baby via IVF 5 months ago! I am so sorry you had to experience that and thank you for telling your story, so glad it was not a stroke! Love how you all love each other
So many things about health we don't fully understand, margraine is one of those things. Cole has a wonderful caregiver and Charisma has a wonderful caregiver too. ❤😊❤
I love watching you two on youtube... get well soon Charisma x
So glad you're okay!!!!
"Yeah, unless you're having a complex migraine apparently LOL!" Considering all the concerns she expressed.. that was a great zinger, Cole 🤣. Most people can't say the months backwards any faster than Cole just did. But seriously you two are such a loving amazing couple I'm so glad she wasn't seriously ill. Isn't it weird that you were being tested right at the time you needed help... Kind of lucky actually.
Hahah 😂😂 thank you! 🤍 sooo amazing that I was being tested and surrounded by occupational therapists who knew how to step in
"TODOS SOMOS CUIDADORES"
Así es corazones❤❤
You're blessed guys, I love your union , so real, loveable. You guys are a great example. ❤❤❤❤
All praise that Charisma is okay. You two have helped so many couples decide they can get married and make life work! God bless you both!
I feel your story, I also have Complex Migraines that present as a stroke. The first time We found that it wasn’t a stroke right before they gave me the stroke medicine.
I’ve had 5 since 2020 and it’s terrifying every single time!
Thank God you're fine. I love watching you guys. So peaceful❤❤
I have chronic migraines and have had a few complex migraines. I'm glad you had supportive people and doctors because one time I went to the ER and they completely downplayed it. Paperwork said "bad headache".
And Cole, yes medication is available for migraine prevention and stopping it, but I've been suffering for YEARS. I used to get them daily. Its hard sometimes bc I just wake up with them. I have triggers I avoid, but medication is not 100% successful.
You and Cole are such a very caring couple. And are teaching others how to be caregivers as well. Even though charisma is the main caregiver. It seems like you got a chance to experience Cole being there for you. And it sounds like he was there 💯 awesome. Take care y'all ❤
I remember that but to hear the details now, oh my word Charisma! So thankful you endured all of that. Hair looks🥰
Charisma is an OT?! OT’s are my favorite! And how cool that you have experience and it helps you with caring for Cole !
So glad you're so much better, and thank God for your husband. You guys are a great team. 🙏💕
So glad you are ok may God bless you both ❤❤❤❤
I'm blessed that even though I have the migraine AURAS, I don't have the headache PAIN! The migraine auras are bad (temporary BLINDNESS0 enough by themselves, so, I can't imagine having to suffer with pain, too. God BLESS you two. 🙏❤
I get auras too. They are scary but also happy not to have extreme pain. Covering us all with healing thoughts and grace.
So glad you’re well. I remember in my first apartment, the laundry room was in the basement with very bright overhead lights. Once when I looked up as the lights, it triggered a purple shower of flashing lights for several minutes that scared me soo much! I couldn’t see anything except for the lights! It happened about 3 more times before I went to the ophthalmologist and he said it was the auras of a migraine. ‘So weird. The doctor said that thankfully, it was ONLY the aura. 🙏🏼
Its good that you brought this subject up at this time. Someone could be seeing this video and lo and behold something like this happens to them or someone they know . They can have in memory what happened to you.😊
Charisma And Cole is so cute together. They are so much in love. God Bless Them 🙏 Hope for a family for them in Jesus name. Happy Holidays Everybody 🎉 And a Happy New Year 🎊
How Scary for both of you. I'm glad it wasn't something recent. My 1st migraine was a shock to me in my early 20s. Extremely nauseous and had to just sleep in the dark. Birth control pills were the contributing factor.
I’M SO GLAD TO SEE THAT U R DOING BETTER NOW (EVENTHOUGH IT WAS A VERY LONG TIME AGO) N I’M SO VERY SORRY THAT U HAD TO GO THROUGH THAT N GOD BLESS YOUR TEACHER THAT DROVE U TO THE HOSPITAL N GOD BLESS YOUR FRIEND’S FOR CALLING CALL TO COME MEET U AT THE HOSPITAL N GOD BLESS COLE FOR CALLING YOUR PARENTS N ALSO GOD BLESS COLE N YOUR PARENTS FOR GOING TO THE HOSPITAL N MY MOM HAS CRONIC MIGRAINE’S N IT RUNA ON HER SIDE OF THE FAMILY MY SISTER HAS THEM TOO (NOT CRONIC ONES THOUGH) I’VE HAD 3 OF THEM (THAT I KNOW OF) IN ALL MY 34 YEAR’S OF LIFE (MINE R NOT CRONIC EITHER BTW)
I’m glad that was years ago and that you and Cole are fine now. May God continue to bless you both ✝️❤️✝️🙏🏾
Thanks!
The onset of my migraines years ago I was so scared I was having a stroke it had similarities and a stabbing pain in my head. I’m so glad you’re okay ❤
I love how you and Cole debate like Hannah and Shane 😂 adorable
Isn't that a normal part of relationships?
Just listening to what happened is actually triggering me. I had a super mad migraine that it sent me to the hospital this year! I also saw those auras! Super annoying and scary!
Oh man. I went through this with my husband this year. I was working at a hospital close to an hour away from where he worked, and he called me to inform me he was in ED with left sided weakness, and his speech was dysarthric. I rushed to the hospital as fast as I could, worried it could be a stroke. Turns out he also had a complex migraine. He'd only ever had visual aura migraines prior, so a migraine didn't even occur to him either. It was scary.
Cute hair!!! I love it Charisma!
Y’all take care of each other!!🙏🏽🙏🏽💙🩷
That’s crazy! I remember being a senior in high school and my face went numb on one side. I thought I was having a stroke! It turned out to be a complex migraine but I remember how terrifying it was and how difficult it was to find answers. I’ve never heard of anyone experiencing the same thing so I’m really happy you shared your story. I had several of them later when I went off to college, but haven’t had one in a while. Hard explaining to people that half your body is going weak, but “don’t worry, this just happens” 😂
Y'all are so cute! Like a little old couple been together so long you remind each other when the other forgets. Hope that doesn't happen again!