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Why I think I’m qualified to talk about Parkinson’s

I am the third person in the family to have Parkinsons. Both my Mum and Dad had Parkinsons and I supported them in their journeys. Now, I have Parkinsons and was Diagnosed on 15/12/20. In addition, I have 20 years of experience in working with people with various health issues, including health issues relevant toContinue reading “Why I think I’m qualified to talk about Parkinson’s”

Friends to Family, Family to Friends

When I was growing up, there were people in our lives who we called Auntie or Uncle and we always thought of them as that. Several years passed before I remember having a conversation with my Mum and I asked whose side of the family this Auntie and Uncle came from. Mum then told meContinue reading “Friends to Family, Family to Friends”

I don’t want anyone to miss out if they are interested…

First of all, I would like to say how much I appreciate the support of everyone who has followed me on my blogging journey. Some of you have been with me for years, some I think from the very beginning four years ago. In my rough times, when I have been laid low with painContinue reading “I don’t want anyone to miss out if they are interested…”

Going down Memory Lane – Podcast Episode 12

Looking for something in a cupboard, I found some tapes that I had made when I was at Broadcasting School. Some of them were of my children voicing ads that I had written while on placement for my course. That set me thinking about my life with my children when they were young. So, whileContinue reading “Going down Memory Lane – Podcast Episode 12”

I have a confession to make – Podcast – Episode 13

This is a Podcast about facing the likely future of having to go into residential care. I had a sudden epiphany of how it must have felt for those I talked to and advised that it was time for them to leave their homes. An innocent conversation with my husband pulled me up short andContinue reading “I have a confession to make – Podcast – Episode 13”

My 4th Anniversary with Parkinson’s – Podcast Episode 9

On 15/12/20 I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s and my life was to change forever. I have learned a lot about myself and I have consciously made more time for my family since the diagnosis. I have less complacency that we will always have each other and I treasure every moment with those I love.

Housie or Bingo… it’s all one and the same

I have been trying my hand at playing Housie once a fortnight with some of my bowling club friends. It is quite enjoyable, but at three hours long, I am exhausted by the end of it. Today I didn’t win any prizes big or small, but it was still quite enjoyable. Obviously more fun ifContinue reading “Housie or Bingo… it’s all one and the same”