Jill Hammergren lives in the magnificent state of North Carolina. Her husband, Eric, was 53 when he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease (PD) — not “officially young onset” — but officially diagnosed with a rare, progressive, neurodegenerative disease. While he has PD, they live it, so she hopes her column, “PD: The WE Journey,” will help others living with PD and care partners know they are not alone. Jill also produces TV, film, and video. She loves the beach, travel, and is an avid sports fan, who often shares a MIZ with all the Missouri Tigers!
The 25-watt red bulb in the bedside table lamp gives the room an eerie glow. I chuckle as I remember my husband, Eric, and I giggling when we bought that novelty cherry bulb 15 years ago. At times, we…
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The pneumatic doors whooshed open, revealing an expansive, tiled lobby and a closed door about 15 feet away. I entered the fluorescent-washed space, but Eric’s awkward, lumbering gait halted. I offered him my hand. “You OK?” “Yeah.” He used…
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