Overheard

Overheard

  The joy of listening in “You just look lovely today. Yes, you do. But, I think you’ve eaten too much, so we need to take a walk. But, you’ll have to wait up for me, don’t get ahead of me too much. We can just walk and talk for a...
Passions

Passions

Is yours harmonious or obsessive? People refer to their passions often these days. Swimming, jogging, travel, career, collecting, and many more are referenced as things about which we are passionate. You can probably think of at least one thing. But, is it a healthy...
Determination

Determination

  She keeps going Her voice is soft. Her attempts at annunciation tend to leave her words slurred together due to the effects of Parkinson’s disease. She walks slowly, precariously on the verge of a fall at any moment. The disease has progressed...
Do Not Disturb List

Do Not Disturb List

Who’s on your list? People are fascinating. Really. All of us are. Full of creativity, scars, stories, hope, backgrounds, and courage. For 99% of people, I enjoy getting to know them. But much like you, I do have some people on my “Do Not Disturb”...
Shock 365

Shock 365

New experiences are good for your brain Since I work with Parkinson’s patients, I read and learn a lot about the brain. Not all of it has to do with fighting or curing or managing disease. Sometimes, I also learn about proactive ways to improve brain plasticity....