Get Well Wishes After A Stroke: Warm And Encouraging Words

Sending a get-well card to a friend or family member who is unwell is a great way to show your support and brighten their day. But what do you write when the outcome of their illness is uncertain? If a loved one has suffered a stroke and you're not sure what to say, here are some ideas to get you started.

Humorous messages

• "Let's just stroke that one off, shall we?"
• "Glad you didn't die, sucks you can't walk though, but you don't need your legs to play Xbox."
• "I'm thinking of you and praying for your recovery."
• "I'm thinking about you and hope that you are doing well."
• "Get better soon so we can go on an adventure."
• "I'm not a doctor… but they do say that duct tape fixes everything!"
• "You're so great, even germs like you!"
• "I'm not surprised that germs got attracted to you. It happened to me, too. Get well soon!"
• "You really like to steal the limelight, don't you? Feel better soon!"
• "All this for a few days off work? Get well soon!"

Playful messages

"I would wish you a speedy recovery but, let’s face it, you’re going to milk this for all it’s worth, aren't you?"

"I never thought I’d say this, but I’m actually missing you."

"I always said you were a sicko."

"Wishing you a speedy recovery, so we can make fun of you again and not feel bad about it!"

"Hope you get well soon! There’s a load of washing up for you to do."

"Get well soon! The alcohol industry is missing you."

Witty messages

• "I'm really sick of you being sick!"
• "I thought about coming to visit, but I don't want what you've got. Get well soon, though!"
• "You're using up a lot of sick days that could have been useful for hangovers!"
• "I know you're horribly sick, but remember I'm always here. To wish you a speedy recovery on Facebook."
• "Get well soon so that no one realizes you don't do anything around here."
• "I know this isn't the way you wanted to spend your time, but take comfort in knowing that you'll come out of this stronger than ever. Wishing you all the best as you make your way toward a speedy recovery!"
• "I'm not a doctor, but they do say that duct tape fixes everything!"
• "You're so great, even germs like you!"
• "I'm not surprised that germs got attracted to you. It happened to me, too. Get well soon!"
• "You must have forgotten to eat your apple. Now you have to see the doctor."

Simple messages

• Get well soon – we all miss you!
• Wishing you a full and speedy recovery.
• Sending love and strength to brighten your day.
• Stay strong! Every day is a step closer to recovery.
• Good cheer is the best of all healers – sending you plenty of it!
• Hoping to see you back on your feet soon.
• So sorry to hear you’re unwell. Here’s to a speedy recovery.
• Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
• Hoping you’re back to your amazing self before long!
• Looking forward to having you back in our lives very soon.
• These are tough times, but better days are coming! I’ll be here for you no matter what.
• Just to let you know we are all thinking of you and wishing you a fast and full recovery.
• There’s nothing that someone as strong as you cannot overcome. We’re all with you on your road to recovery.
• Sorry I can’t be there to give you all the hugs that you’re getting in my mind!
• We’re all rooting for you as you bounce back to full health. You got this!
• Glad to hear you’re on the mend. Looking forward to seeing you again soon.
• Thinking of you every day while you work your way back to health.
• Can’t wait to see you back on your feet, smiling and happy again!
• You’ve always been a source of strength for me in tough times, and I’m sure that same strength will have you back to full health in no time.

Caring messages

• I'm thinking about you and hope that you are doing well.
• I'm thinking of you and, if you are religious, praying for your recovery.
• I'm glad you're still with us, but it sucks that you can't walk.
• I'm here for you no matter what.
• We're all rooting for you as you bounce back to full health. You've got this!
• I'm sending you lots of love and positivity.
• I'm keeping our bed warm for you.
• I'm sending you a ray of sunshine because you always brighten my day.
• I miss your hugs and kisses. I love you so much.
• I'm sending you lots of positive vibes and even more hugs and kisses your way as you heal.
• I know you will get through this because you're the strongest person I know.
• I'm sending you all my love and well-wishes for a speedy recovery.
• I'm wishing you the speediest of recoveries and sending you all my love!
• I'm thinking of you every day while you work your way back to health.
• I can't wait to see you back on your feet, smiling and happy again!
• You've always been a source of strength for me in tough times, and I'm sure that same strength will have you back to full health in no time.

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