There are many different exercise programmes aimed at keeping those of us with Parkinson’s as fit and active as possible for as long as possible. However, for those of us with a complex presentation and a myriad of health issues, it can be somewhat challenging to find a good fit. For myself, with having hadContinue reading “Exercise – do what you can and what you enjoy”
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A delightful way to start my day…
Last night I ordered a product online. I sent the usual order away and anticipated nothing more than perhaps a simple acknowledgement of receipt of my order. I awoke this morning to one of the most delightful emails I have every received. It certainly is the most delightful response to placing an order for aContinue reading “A delightful way to start my day…”
Far from glamorous nails!!
Well, let’s just chalk one up to add to Sue’s unwise choices in purchasing products online. Usually, I am pretty good, but I bought this nail kit that was supposed to be quick and easy and it proved to be anything but. I already had one type of home kit which I hadn’t used inContinue reading “Far from glamorous nails!!”
My teenage crushes are sooooo old…. Reminiscing
Sitting and listening to some music and I got to thinking about how music brings back memories. People often speak of the soundtrack of their lives. So, I have shared some insights into the music that helped form me and support me through the years. One song in particular has become my anthem. It isContinue reading “My teenage crushes are sooooo old…. Reminiscing”
Parkinson’s
What’s something most people don’t understand? Most people don’t understand that Parkinson’s is not just about tremors and mobility issues. It is a whole lot more!
A quote from interview with Greta Bond re ageing
Just a wee taster of my interview with Greta Bond, CEO of Age Concern. Her entire focus is on the aged and she speaks with eloquence and respect on supporting those over 65.
Some thoughts on ageing
Having interviewed Greta Bond, CEO of Age Concern twice now, I can’t help but think of the various aspects of ageism and how it can affect us. By us, I mean people with grey hair and obviously on the wrong side of 50. It is difficult to judge how old a person is and tryingContinue reading “Some thoughts on ageing”
Trying to be a patient patient!
My life has been in upheaval for some time now. Not least of which is the fact that I am having to use a walker or a stick to get around. Hopefully, this is a temporary situation, and I can at least ditch the walker. I had just under a week in hospital and knowingContinue reading “Trying to be a patient patient!”
Progression and impressions and looking to a brighter future…
As I recover from my operation, I have a lot of time on my hands and not much I can do, with having to manage my pain and not sitting, standing, lying or basically being in any position too long. Makes it difficult to do this! So, I’ve just been mulling over a few thingsContinue reading “Progression and impressions and looking to a brighter future…”
Some future proofing thoughts
Thinking back to when I first had the first discussion with my husband and moving from a two storey house that we loved to a single storey home. He had at the time thought that it was too early to move, as I was very much in the early stages of my diagnosis. However, itContinue reading “Some future proofing thoughts”
My journey with Parkinsons 