A Socialite with Parkinson'sThe term "socialite" was my mother's, who was elated when I was named one of our city's debutantes years ago. At the time, I was following a dream to become... By one Parkies oldtimer1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
My Covid ExperienceI was diagnosed on July 27, 2021. After making a second trip to the ER I was admitted directly to the ICU with severe Hypoxia and Covid Pneumonia. I don't... By Bwana Mukubwa2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
The Advantages of Parkinson's DiseaseWhen looking at the categories suggested for submission I noticed that there is not a category for the advantages of Parkinson’s disease. What a glaring omission. How could this oversight... By GregP1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Hernia ManiaHave you noticed how weird life is these days? Through some perverse twist of historical fate, we exist in a moment of monumental, unprecedented calamity. We struggle to live normal... By OldEnough4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
The BeginningAs I looked down at my trembling hand the level of panic escalated. I shook my head and reminded myself that it was probably down to dehydration. My family had... By Gemela622 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Come out spinning: A tale for the newly diagnosedMy story started like most PD stories. Referred reluctantly by my GP to a neurologist. Diagnosed in 20 minutes. My wife and I went to a local casino / hotel... By ranwilcox1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Lindsay's StoryHi guys. I've been diagnosed with Parkinson’s January this year. I just need to connect with people on my level even though I have my family, e.g. partner and 4... By Lindsayloo1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
SuccessI diagnosed myself with PD, told my PC doctor, was referred to a neurologist who confirmed it. I already was in an assisted living place because of another problem. I... By maggienice3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Shame on you Mr. Parkinson'sDear Mr. Parkinson's, You have very poor manners. As a child, I was taught to ask permission before I did something. NOT YOU! You did not ask my permission to... By LDirden2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
Lesser of Two EvilsGreetings, My name is Tim, and I have been wrestling with Parkinson’s for the past nine years after having been diagnosed at the youthful age of 55. For 6 and... By timothymeyers2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
I Can't ComplainI learned early in life to suffer quietly and not burden others with my complaints. My dad had little patience for what he referred to as “whining.” (Being a congenital... By OldEnough4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments14 comments
“She looks good, she really does...”“She looks good, she really does”, I overheard them saying, then... "It’s awful though she had difficulty remembering my name.” If only they could see and feel what I do... By bookward2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Let me tell you the REAL story43 year old male with wife and 6 yr old son. Diagnosed young onset Parkinson's 2018. I can't work considered disabled, can't drive wife considers me helpless. Live with 60... By iceman20491 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
The Duffel Bag of EternityThe older I get, the more wisdom I see in always having an extra pair of underwear available. In fact, having an entire set of replacement clothing is an even... By OldEnough3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments10 comments
NewbyHello everyone. My mom has had Parkinson’s for 3 years now. She’s 84. We recently moved her from an assisted living in Texas to Florida to be near my husband... By Doglover1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
I Have What? I Thought It Was...Looking back to 2017, maybe a bit earlier, I figured I was in pretty good shape for my 72 years. Sure, my back ached a bit and I did some... By FPerfect2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
A Journey To Unknown EndingMy name is Jeehan, 43 years of age, married with 3 children. I got pregnant to my second child, a baby girl whom I named Nada. At first everything was... By Jayd782 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments14 comments
The OK CorralI love the doctors and staff in my local healthcare network. They are great people and, for the most part, do a wonderful job keeping me as healthy as a... By OldEnough2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Hello, My name is 'Flash'.I love telling people that. As a younger person, starting out in the restaurant business, I was your average youngster-portly (but as my great grandmother would say-'I grew into my... By rdjjsj0925013 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Hello my storyHi everyone may I tell you my story... I started writing down my memoirs with the intention of shocking my sons, you know how it is... they think life did... By Esme2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments