I was reading a post that was on a Facebook page for people with Parkinson’s and their carers/family/supporters. It is a very useful page, because it gives different perspectives and often the discussions are really useful, those of us “experts” on Parkinson’s can share our experiences and help each other. You will note that IContinue reading “Tough times and tough decisions…”
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Things are going swimmingly… or are they?
For months now, I have been going to the local swimming pool as I recover from my back operation in February 2025. It was recommended by the surgeon that I do aqua jogging as the best exercise especially in those early days. It is actually very basic. You strap a flotation belt on – IContinue reading “Things are going swimmingly… or are they?”
An interview with Jeremy
I recorded this interview a few months before Christmas and for some reason, the gremlins got in and it didn’t work properly. I have spent months – when I had the time – trying to get some help to fix it so that it could be uploaded. Over the last two days, I have finallyContinue reading “An interview with Jeremy”
It’s been a bit of an up and down week this week!
This week has certainly been a busy week, as bowls starts to really get going. This will be my first proper season, where I get to play in inter-club games. They are on a Wednesday morning and a Saturday morning and we are expected to put up our hand for both. Add on to thatContinue reading “It’s been a bit of an up and down week this week!”
Feeling frustrated…
Yesterday was one of those days, where so many things outside of my control threatened to upset my equilibrium (big word for the morning) and send me into a mental tail spin. It started with my regular swimming session at the local pool. I am still trying to get the hang of doing freestyle againContinue reading “Feeling frustrated…”
Why are we afraid of tears?
I was born in 1961, in an era where it was common to hear statements like, “Big boys don’t cry!” A huge expectation from quite a young age that boys/men did not cry, did not outwardly show their emotions. Girls/women on the other hand were often dismissed for any show of emotions as being hysterical,Continue reading “Why are we afraid of tears?”
Things that help…
One thing that I know for sure is that there is no “One size fits all” magic thing that will be the thing that everyone needs. What works for one person and makes them feel supported can be very different for another person. We are after all, individuals with individual personalities and needs. I haveContinue reading “Things that help…”
Feeling ‘Parkies’ today…
In my life at the moment, for the most part I just carry on with my life and am very much enjoying my retirement again. I am enjoying the various activities I have chosen and most days I have something planned that I enjoy doing. I can therefore, just get on with things and notContinue reading “Feeling ‘Parkies’ today…”
Feeling lucky to have Parkinson’s
So today I was reminded to count my blessings. , The title of this podcast is Feeling Lucky to Have Parkinson’s, and that is, no doubt going to seem like a weird thing to, to say to actually celebrate having Parkinson’s. But I’ll tell you what happened today. So my husband and I decidedContinue reading “Feeling lucky to have Parkinson’s”
Who am I? What am I?
Throughout life, we grow and we change and I know for me that I have had several identities or ways that I define myself. The way we define ourselves can be complex and multi-facetted. When I was growing up I was the only daughter in my family with three older brothers. I was always theContinue reading “Who am I? What am I?”
My journey with Parkinsons 