Here I am in my 64th year and thinking ahead to what a significant year for me will be when I turn 65. In New Zealand the age when you qualify for Superannuation is 65 years and so I will finally have some income coming in. I will be officially a “Pensioner”. I’m not quiteContinue reading “Age is all relative…”
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Parkinson’s and work and living with Parkinson’s
I had the privilege a couple of days ago to interview for my podcast “Parkies Patter – a chat about all things Parkinson’s” a lovely couple called David and Clare. David is the person with the condition and has some challenges with his speech, but was able to contribute as and when he was able.Continue reading “Parkinson’s and work and living with Parkinson’s”
Moving to the beat of my own drum…
I have never really felt that I fully conformed to the image of me that others had. As the youngest child in the family and the only girl with three big brothers, I started out as the odd one out I suppose. I remember being a teenager and my Mum saying to me one dayContinue reading “Moving to the beat of my own drum…”
The magic of grandchildren…
This weekend we have our three grand-daughters for a couple of days. It seems like ages since we have had them to stay due to a number of factors, such as my operation and COVID in their household. As with any teens and pre-teens, the girls love their smartphones and are frequently on their devices. However, theyContinue reading “The magic of grandchildren…”
My journey with Parkinsons 