I keep fighting the feeling of exhaustion. I try to walk at least one mile a day. Today is a beautiful day. No jacket needed, the cherry blossoms are in bloom. Perfect walking weather. So I fought it. I walked about 2.5 miles.
Last week on my team was an ex-professional hockey player, his triathlon partner and a marathon runner. To them 2.5 miles is just the warm-up. Yet I'm now shot for the day.
I feel like I'm fighting an enemy who doesn't obey the rules.
When the weather gets nice, and I can walk, the "flop-sweats" begin. My meds make me feel better, but also throw me for a loop. I can fall asleep at any time. When I do sleep, the dreams are so vivid that when I awaken, it takes a few minutes to figure out that I was dreaming.
Parkinson's, you don't fight fair! All I can do is keep fighting back, and remember that after each bad period, there often is a good period.
Hello Marc!
ReplyDeleteWhat a GREAT title for your blog!
I've got several friends with PD, and have been looking for info to help me understand their experiences (which seem very different). Here's one that I've found especially useful:
http://parkinsonsand5htp.blogspot.com
Take a peek when you can.
All the best wishes!
trevor