Denial Ain't Just A River In EgyptPrior to my diagnosis of Parkinson's disease at age 32, I was a pretty active chick. I loved a challenge. I had heard about CrossFit training, which is an extreme form of...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Creating a Break From the MundaneA big frustration that many people with Parkinson's experience is that daily routine can become mundane. When each day begins to cycle around medications, doctor appointments, and schedules, it can take...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
When Parkinson’s Is Ruining the RomanceHow would you define intimacy? Maybe it's having a cup of coffee with a friend while sharing your thoughts about the latest “The Handmaid’s Tale” episode. Then again, maybe it’s when you...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
65 Thoughts I Had While Watching “Love and Other Drugs”Grab your popcorn and Skittles because we are diving deep into the 2010 flick, Love and Other Drugs. If you have not heard of the flick, I will give you...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Now Hiring: Executive For My Brain - Apply WithinThe first step in getting help is admitting you have a problem… I say, “Hi my name is Perky Parkie and I have a Type A personality. The last time I...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
My Mommy Has "Barkinson's"We know that Parkinson’s disease doesn’t just impact the person diagnosed. It envelops all those surrounding… family, friends, co-workers, and even our pets. With this said, in recognition of April...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
10 Hidden Thoughts a Parkie HasThe fear of the unknown is a difficult pill to swallow. How do you prepare for a future that is unknown? You can’t, but this can bring on many worrisome...Reactions0reactionsComments11 comments
Pseudobulbar Affect And Crying At LlamasIt’s no secret that I am an animal lover. Sometimes I feel like furry friends are way more awesomer than people. I mean, take my dog Crash for example. He...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Parkinson’s Natural Disasters PreparednessSeptember is National Preparedness month! With the devastation of Hurricane Harvey unfolding and the oncoming threat of Irma off the Atlantic coast, thinking of natural disasters is well… natural. But...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
30 Questions Everyone with Parkinson's Should Ask ThemselvesBeing diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease at age 32 has made me reevaluate my existence. I don’t think that I’m alone here either - many of us Parkies have faced this...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
What Parkinson's Isn't: 6 Myths DebunkedWhat is Parkinson’s disease (PD)? This is a question many of us have asked our neurologists, but the answers can be confusing. This is because we are still learning about...Reactions0reactionsComments42 comments
Parkinson's: Not Your Grandfather's DiseaseMany people will ask me what Parkinson's disease (PD) feels like. Seeing as there are many variations of symptoms, it is hard to describe. Not to mention that each person...Reactions0reactionsComments30 comments
Lunch With Peter - A Fellow ParkieI was having lunch with Peter, a fellow Parkie… which can be an adventure on its own. Peter and I were slowly ordering our food looking forward to our next...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Dear Ms. Parkinson'sDear Ms. Parkinson's, You first came into my life on March 17th, 2010. The day that I heard my neurologist say, "You have Parkinson's disease," was a day that I...Reactions0reactionsComments9 comments
What Is a Parkinson’s Support Group?When you hear the words, "Parkinson’s disease support group," do you think of a windowless room in a community building, with carpeted floors and smell of stale coffee? A group...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
