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I have been singing for about a year and a half, to help combat the impact Parkinson;s Disease has on my speaking voice. In effect, the disease weakens the voice and sometimes I am rendered unable to partake in conversation or to command my dogs; just two examples. My lovely friend, and colleague here at... Continue Reading →
DJ Claire from Radio Parkies came up with the idea of us testing gadgets and review them for people with disabilities. I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 2015 and I am choosing gadgets useful for myself at the moment, however, if any of our readers would like me to review a particular gadget please comment... Continue Reading →
Why do I keep putting the weight back on ? In two years I have lost weight twice only to gain it all back on by Christmas. I have managed to gain 12lbs, (shockingly 8 in this last month). I am so annoyed and disappointed with myself . How do I keep repeating the same... Continue Reading →
Tiramisu is one of my favourite desserts and as I love making cheesecakes I decided to make a Tiramisu Cheesecake. I made this cheesecake for the first time a couple of weeks ago and gosh I think it’s the best thing I have ever tasted. I found a recipe online but tweaked it slightly to... Continue Reading →
I am a 49 year old mum to six children , three of which are still at home, their ages 20, 12 and almost 8, I also live with my husband, Stephen. I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 2015. I love to Dance and have fun on TikTok, you can find me on there @tracywhite41... Continue Reading →
I am a mum of six, A grandma to 1, I live with my husband and 3 of my children, ages 20, 11 and 7, my three eldest have all left home but they are 27 and twins, 25. I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease 6yrs ago and more recently told I have arthritis in... Continue Reading →
This will be an ongoing Journey of my health in general, if you are reading my article for the first time then you will not be aware of my Parkinson’s diagnosis. I was diagnosed 6 years ago (although my symptoms start 2 years prior) In the six years since my diagnoses my medications have increased... Continue Reading →
The past couple weeks have been extremely difficult for me and unfortunately has took It’s toll on my health. My Parkinson’s symptoms have been much worse and I have relapsed a few times with my old bulimia ways which to be honest is hardly surprising considering the situation I was dealing with but in general... Continue Reading →
Pictures taken at 5.30am from my garden. I wake up most mornings around 4.30 -5am, I love this part of my day, it’s so peaceful. Once my medications have kicked in I can start my early morning routine with no interruptions. I usually start with my exercises, house chores, then followed by breakfast. 7.30am is... Continue Reading →
Well, it’s been awhile since I have reported on our Healthier lifestyle Journey, and, for me there have been some ups and downs. Firstly, I have gained 4lbs … I was 11st 2oz and now I am between 11st 4 and 11st 6. Realistically I was never sure if I could maintain my weight of... Continue Reading →
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Great idea. This will be helpful :-)
Thank you Sharon, your feedback is very much appreciated.
Loved reading this well written post
Suspenseful writing.
This is very interesting Deano , I will definitely look into it. Thank you for bringing it to my attention.