Archive for June, 2008

Today Is ‘I Like Doc Day’

Today I have taken a good long look at my husband and decided – I like him. Of course, I love him but I like him too. He sounds so stern when he talks and it seems like he treats me like a child by always telling me what to do but I know he ... ...

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Azilect Question

On the subject of drugs: AZILECT – So I have a question… How many of you take this and what has been your experience with it? I renewed a prescription yesterday for this drug and for the first time heard about all the side effects. Feedback, please… Sherri Tags: AZILECT, drug reactions, prescription ...

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This Day

This morning I can choose to smile Or I can choose to frown I have the choice to be up, Or I have the choice to be down. It’s my choice to laugh or to let myself cry I can choose to live for God’s glory, Or allow my spirit to die. I can give ... ...

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Living with PD – A Poem

I look in the mirror and see a different me, now that Parkinson’s disease has come to be. It bothers me most that my smile is not even, and all my body dimensions are wider because of all I’ve eaten. It’s been almost six years now and most people know, especially now when even with ... ...

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Aricept

THE FACTS: • Was approved for the treatment of mild to moderate Alzheimer’s by the FDA in 1996, and for the treatment of severe Alzheimer’s in 2006 • Was shown in studies to slow the loss of overall function and improve cognition • Is the #1 prescribed Alzheimer’s drug • Is part of a class ... ...

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One Day in May

Some days I want to run. Far and away. Funny thing though – I’d have to shuffle there. Running isn’t an option any more. So, in this situation, is the cup half full or half empty? Let’s ponder this reality of the progression of PD in our lives… You can barely brush your teeth alone. ... ...

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Judy’s Poem

This poem came to me on the plane as I came home, after experiencing my third Parkinson’s Unity Walk. It just made me think of God’s blessings and His goodness to me at this time in my life. Enjoy! I’m learning PD’s not as strong When I face it with a heart filled with song. ... ...

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