I Have Parkinson’s, and Life Is Still Beautiful
“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 waiting for the…
Journeying Through Parkinson’s Disease
— Sherri Woodbridge
Sherri was diagnosed with young-onset Parkinson’s disease over 15 years ago. She can be found working in her garden, going for walks, taking pictures, or reading books to her three favorite grandkids. Sherri is taking life somewhat slower, and perhaps with guarded steps, but she’s not giving in.
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Saying Goodbye to ‘Journeying Through Parkinson’s Disease’
How do I start this? What do I say? A few years after I was diagnosed with young-onset Parkinson’s disease, I went to my movement disorder specialist for my routine, three-month…
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Sherri Woodbridge -- Journeying Through Parkinson's Disease
Choosing to Build a Snowman
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 shared by…
Is Parkinson’s Disease a Bully?
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 I talking about?…
Caregivers Need Attention, Too
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 so.
Intimacy Can Be Challenging with Parkinson’s Disease
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 together and being…
Parkinson’s Disease Is a Silent Thief
I read somewhere that Parkinson’s disease robs people of who they were, who they have been, and the person others have known. It affects marriages, too. I read this on the tailcoat…
Preparing for a Parkinson’s Hospital Stay
Sooner or later, nearly all of us make a trip to the hospital for one reason or another. Just because you are placed in the hands of a capable physician doesn’t necessarily…
The Calm After the Parkinson’s Storm
This morning I read a Facebook post from a person who is in the early stages of being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. He listed some of his symptoms and said he was…
Finding the River of Life in Parkinson’s Disease
I felt different. With Parkinson’s disease, that can mean many different things. I may be behind on my anti-depressant and can’t decide whether to laugh or cry. Or I’m behind on my…
Being Still Reveals Many Treasures
It is quiet behind our house this time of year. Not many people are using the pathway that stretches from one town to another. It is cold outside and it pierces my…
I’m Choosing to Keep a Positive Attitude
When handed a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease (PD), we accept it with a handful of pessimism. After all, when you’ve just been told you have a new life path and it’s…
The ABCs of Parkinson’s: It’s Not Just About Shaking
The next letter in a series on the ABCs of Parkinson’s is “N.” This is because the disease is not just about shaking. When the topic of Parkinson’s disease comes up,…
I’m Enjoying My Journey Despite Parkinson’s Interference
I received an email from someone concerned that they may be in the beginning stages of Parkinson’s disease (PD). I have met others who have PD, but not someone in the throes…
The ABCs of Parkinson’s: ‘M’ is for Musings on Mumbling
If you asked me which symptom of Parkinson’s disease (PD) is the most annoying, I may reply, “My soft voice.” I have always had a soft voice. Perhaps I have always had…
Tangled Up with Dementia in Parkinson’s Disease
A reader recently posed the following question: “Why are there never any comments on dementia in regards to Parkinson’s disease? It is very real, and 40 percent of Parkinson’s patients deal with…
Enduring Through Parkinson’s Disease
Someone once said, “Life is hard.” Someone else said, “Life is hard, and then you die.” Another said, “Life is hard, but God is good.” That’s what I’m holding on to —…
