Journeying Through Parkinson’s Disease

 – a column by Sherri Woodbridge

October 30, 2019October 28, 2019

Carrying a Heavier Load

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

Sometimes we must learn tough lessons. And that can be a good thing. Many of the life lessons I’ve learned have been through my journey with Parkinson’s disease. On ... Read more

October 28, 2019October 25, 2019

Finding Wisdom from an Unexpected Source

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

“I looked ahead and could not see a future I wanted to live.”  These were the words of Chris Norton, co-author of “The Seven Longest Yards,” as he lay ... Read more

October 23, 2019October 21, 2019

The Isolation of Parkinson’s Disease

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

My 4-year old grandson is on a puzzle kick. In one day, he put together seven puzzles ranging from 40 to 300 pieces. He wanted to do most of ... Read more

October 21, 2019October 18, 2019

Giving Thanks When Life Hands You a Cane

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

My appointment was scheduled for 9 a.m. It was 9:32 when the nurse called my name. I arose from where I had been warming a seat cushion and followed ... Read more

October 16, 2019October 14, 2019

‘Get It On Time’ Petition Seeks Better Access to Parkinson’s Meds in UK

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

A healthcare petition called “Get It On Time” is circulating in the U.K. among people with Parkinson’s disease (PD). According to the petition, hospitalized PD patients are not getting ... Read more

October 14, 2019October 10, 2019

We Share a Fear of Being a Burden, but We All Need Someone

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

“You’re not a burden. You’re a human.” –Anonymous It’s easy to feel alone when living with a chronic illness. You may think no one else truly understands, that you’re ... Read more

October 9, 2019October 7, 2019

True Grit Is What It Takes

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

It seems to me that the word grit is on the lips of many people today. It is old-fashioned, conjuring up memories of movies starring John Wayne. Having grit ... Read more

October 7, 2019October 3, 2019

With Parkinson’s, the Good Is Worth the Fight

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

In her latest column at Parkinson’s News Today, Jean Mellano shares a frightening experience she had several years ago while cycling in Spain. “The memory of that trip plays ... Read more

October 2, 2019September 30, 2019

Are You a Victim or a Winner?

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

When I think of a victim, I think of someone who has had something bad happen to them. A victim could be someone who has been tricked or fooled ... Read more

September 30, 2019September 26, 2019

Playing Helps to Calm a Blustery Day with Parkinson’s

Columns, Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease

 - a column by Sherri Woodbridge

Fall is rapidly passing by, and with it goes your last opportunity to fly a kite. Even though April is National Kite Flying Month, I have always thought the ... Read more