This is a shock. I would have hoped Charlie’s alcohol free, lifelong regime of twice daily jogs around Clapham would have spared him this. Keep on keeping on Charlie.
I'm glad to hear that he was able to talk to you on the phone Zee. It's a good indication that the stroke was a mild one and shouldn't leave any dodgy after-effects.
Sincerely hoping that things improve for Charlie soon on all fronts.
I'd like to echo what everybody else says and wish you a speedy recovery and look forward to you being back on your feet. Your steady hand on the tiller has been missed on the forum.