Journeying Through Parkinson’s Disease

 – a column by Sherri Woodbridge

September 12, 2018September 14, 2018

The ABCs of Parkinson’s: ‘F’ Is for ‘Fear’

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

Editor’s note: A continuation of the “ABCs of Parkinson’s” series. “You have Parkinson’s disease.” “What exactly does that mean?” I asked. While I waited for a response to my question, ... Read more

September 10, 2018September 12, 2018

The ABCs of Parkinson’s: The Letter ‘E’ Is for ‘Eyes’

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

About 12 years before my “official” diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease, I originally went to an eye doctor, as I was having issues with my right eye. It would feel ... Read more

September 5, 2018August 30, 2018

Enjoying the Journey Despite Parkinson’s Disease

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

I recently received an email from someone concerned that he may have early signs of Parkinson’s disease. I have met others who have PD, but not someone in the throes ... Read more

August 29, 2018August 31, 2018

Accepting the Invitations You’re Afraid to Accept Can Be Worth It

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

Several years ago, my youngest son discovered the camera, and through its lens, he discovered a whole new world. On one particular day, I was feeling down and he ... Read more

August 27, 2018August 29, 2018

Flee or Fight: Which Do You Choose?

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

As a young parent, it is often hard to realize how fast time slips away. You’re too busy changing diapers, refilling milk bottles, wiping dirty faces, and running bath ... Read more

August 22, 2018August 20, 2018

Who’s on Your Team?

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

According to Wikipedia, a “team is a group of individuals working together to achieve a goal.” But a “group does not necessarily constitute a team.” Teamwork is defined as “the ... Read more

August 20, 2018August 21, 2018

Valuable Advice for Parkinson’s Disease ‘Newbies’

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

You have been asked to speak to a group of newbies in the Parkinson’s world. You have been asked to share with them wisdom you have gleaned from walking ... Read more

August 15, 2018August 17, 2018

What Is It Like to Live with Parkinson’s Disease?

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

I read a post recently in a Facebook group for people with Parkinson’s disease. The poster asked fellow group members what their response would be to others when asked ... Read more

August 13, 2018August 14, 2018

Parkinson’s Disease and a Tulip

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

If you were to see a yellow ribbon logo, you’d think of supporting our troops. A pink ribbon is associated with supporting breast cancer awareness. But a tulip? Ah, ... Read more

August 8, 2018August 6, 2018

I Want to Be a Smooth Stone

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

I took a walk over a waterfall the other day. The power of the water rushing beneath me was incredible. So powerful, in fact, that were I to have ... Read more