There are many things that I have misunderstood or was naïve to when I was first diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2010. As you journey through life, your experiences shape your way of thinking. For example, I am a “look for the silver lining” kind of gal, so after my diagnosis I had to find […]
Dating with Parkinson’s Adventures
I have been trying to date again and I’m not sure if it’s because I’m 40… I know, how can it be with my flawless skin… or because I’m currently in an exclusively relationship Parkinson’s. Why date now after being single for 2 years? Well, it could be because whenever I am watching a really […]
Guinea Pigging Yourself Out
When I was 10 years old and saw a Guinea pig in a pet store. I begged my Mom to buy it for me, but she stood firm with the idea that if I wanted that adorable rodent, I would have to work extra hard and save my allowance. My mom was trying to show […]
30 Questions Every Parkie Should Ask Themselves
I am super-stoked to share with you a new project that I have had the honor to be involved with. I am now an official contributor for Health Union’s newly launched website parkinsonsdisease.net This site has become a great addition to the Parkinson’s community because you can find information about research, diagnosis, treatment, caregiver support, […]
Girl’s Night Out Gone Bad
A friend was having her Bachelorette party this weekend and while I was excited about going, making plans in the evening can be dicey for me. I try to lower the amount of Parkinson’s medications at night to prevent any sneaky Dyskinesia from keeping me up. This means I have to take more pills in […]
What Parkinson’s Isn’t: 6 Myths Debunked
I am super-stoked to share with you a new project that I have had the honor to be involved with. I am now an official contributor for Health Union’s newly launched website Parkinsonsdisease.net This site has become a great addition to the Parkinson’s community because you can find information about research, diagnosis, treatment, caregiver support, symptoms… basically […]
Love Me, Love Me Not
There is a man who has been diagnosed for Parkinson’s disease for many years. He has learned how to manage his symptoms to the best of his ability and exercised daily. Although he lives alone in an assisted living home, he prides himself on remaining independent and still has a full-time job that he does […]
Parkinson’s: Not Your Grandfather’s Disease
I am super-stoked to share with you a new project that I have had the honor to be involved with. I am now an official contributor for Health Union’s newly launched website Parkinsonsdisease.net This site has become a great addition to the Parkinson’s community because you can find information about research, diagnosis, treatment, caregiver support, symptoms… basically […]
Time for a poll… What would you have done?
I get an abundance of Parkie’s sharing their stores of hopefulness, sadness and frustration. But this one got me thinking how would I have handled this situation. Jane writes, “Hello Allison – I am a fan of your emails and also a Parkie. I wanted to get your thoughts on a situation that happened to […]
Lunch with Peter -A fellow Parkie
I am super-stoked to share with you a new project that I have had the honor to be involved with. I am now a official contributor for Health Union’s newly launched website parkinsonsdisease.net. This site has become a great addition to the Parkinson’s community because you can find information about research, diagnosis, treatment, caregiver support, symptoms… basically […]
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