Living with Parkinson's is a unique story for each person who receives that diagnosis.  These pages happen to be filled with my stories...my reflections since receiving my diagnosis. Most of the stories come from posts I've written in response to questions posted on the iVillage Health Parkinson's Message Board. Having a place to go where others understand, even if it's just on the internet, has been a huge support system for me as I've begun to accept those three little words.  I'm so grateful to my friends on our Parkinson's Board and very proud to be their Community Leader.

 

The other day one of our members on our board, Nick, posted this great question about children and Parkinson's and the entire question really got me in to a reflective mood.  Well, not the question as much as my search for an answer. I realized how much more I needed to accept my diagnosis...I think that will be an ongoing process.  I also realized how it's not just my children, but my family and friends who may not understand it, either.  How can I teach them to understand if I don't fully understand myself....and so began my website. There's not much here, as I'm just beginning this journey, but I hope these stories I've captured so far help others to understand a little more about "Living With Parkinson's".