I am 53 years old and was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease at the age of 23. I have made it my mission to provide Parkinson’s awareness. Thirty plus years with Parkinson’s has taught me a great deal about living well with this chronic condition.
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The Mysterious Future
Ben Franklin is quoted to having said: “Do not
Changes!
Parkinson’s disease is the second most common neurological disorder in America with an estimated 6 million cases worldwide and approximately 1-1.5 million people in the United States.
It was just Halloween—so let’s talk about it! WHAT SCARES YOU?
If you are anything like me, you probably don’t need
What does Thanksgiving mean to you?
For me, the holiday resonates with special memories of the
10 Tips to Improving Your Life with Parkinson’s Disease and Other Health Conditions
Diet and Parkinson’s disease seem to go together; which makes complete sense, as reams of research seem to point to the gut as a possible culprit for the illness.
Building a Plan for Your Parkinson’s Disease and Your Health
Without some sort of plan or framework, it is very
Book Review: Parkinson Voice Project
My many thanks  to my friends at the Parkinson Voice
Dyskinesia Isn’t A Dance and It Really Isn’t Funny!
The struggles of coping with dyskinesia and understanding how it differs from tremor.
Nature Heals!
I have just returned from a working vacation in the
Comfortable Routines
A comfortable routine  is not always a bad habit. Cats
My Chocolate Lab, Lily, is quite a teacher!
If you are an animal lover, dog or cat person,
Out of Control
Parkinson’s Disease agonist medications (Requip and Mirapex) have been shown
11 Wishes for Doctors’ Offices!
Welcome to my wishlist of what could be, in a
Winter Can Be Cruel
As a child, I used to love winter. I would
The Mystery Goes On!
It has been several months since I experienced the strangest
The Power of Calm
Seeking peace and serenity can only add to your health.
Setting Aside Fear and Anxiety
One of the most common questions that I am asked
Headspace – The App that nudged me back on track.
Who would have that thought a piece of technology, like Headspace, could be so instrumental in reviving my peace and calm.
Skepticism
I am neither a doctor nor am I a scientist.
A Soft Voice in A Noisy World: A Guide to Dealing and Healing with Parkinson’s Disease – 12/12/12 Book Launch!
To all our friends, followers and fans – I am
Where Have I Been?
If you are a loyal reader of this blog, I
Getting Away
I am back after a brief respite. I had forgotten
What Are You Willing To Do To Help Yourself?
Whether you have Parkinson’s disease, have some other ailment, or issue in your life, there is probably an element in your life that could use improving.
What Does A “Cure” Mean?
What does a cure mean to you? Does it mean
It’s A Fast-Paced World
We live in a world of faster is better: food-service,