Journeying Through Parkinson’s Disease

 – a column by Sherri Woodbridge

March 13, 2019March 15, 2019

The Dilemmas of Having Parkinson’s Disease: It Could Happen to You

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

Warning: The names of those involved have been excluded to protect the embarrassed. The air could sure use some cleaning out. I try to eat more fiber, but when ... Read more

March 11, 2019March 8, 2019

My Safety Tips for Gardening with Parkinson’s Disease

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

If you’re like me, you can’t wait for the weather to warm up so you can go outside in your garden. You may be new to getting your hands ... Read more

March 6, 2019March 12, 2019

Don’t Settle for Feeling Good When You Can Feel Great

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

I started the exercise program Rock Steady Boxing about four months ago. If you’re like me, you’ve dragged your feet and refused to go for any number of reasons or excuses. ... Read more

March 4, 2019March 8, 2019

Lightening the Parkinson’s Disease Load

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

I love photography, both taking and looking at pictures. I love how it causes me to see the world with a grander view. Things become more intricate, more detailed, ... Read more

February 27, 2019March 5, 2019

Educating the Educated About Parkinson’s Disease

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

I went to the dermatologist yesterday for a skin check. Those of us who have Parkinson’s disease (PD) should make a habit of getting a yearly check because our ... Read more

February 25, 2019March 4, 2019

I Have Parkinson’s, and Life Is Still Beautiful

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

  “Life is beautiful.” “The best is yet to come.” Two small plaques inscribed with these words of wisdom stared back at me as I sat in a cubicle ... Read more

February 20, 2019February 27, 2019

Choosing to Build a Snowman

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

I watched “Harry Potter” last week for the first time. Many of the characters shared wisdom with those around them. My favorite piece of wisdom in “The Chamber of Secrets” was ... Read more

February 18, 2019February 20, 2019

Is Parkinson’s Disease a Bully?

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

We have all heard of them, and many of us, in one way or another, have encountered them. Some of us (hopefully, with regret) have been one. Who am ... Read more

February 11, 2019February 7, 2019

Caregivers Need Attention, Too

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

Living with a chronic illness can create stress, anxiety, and more. This is not only true for those with an illness, but also their caregivers — perhaps even more ... Read more

February 6, 2019February 8, 2019

Intimacy Can Be Challenging with Parkinson’s Disease

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

The other day, my husband told me he felt alone. Then he said he felt distanced. How could that be? We are together almost every day, 24/7. But being ... Read more