Parkinsons

[Adco]

Yesterday I was diagnosed with Parkinsons. I did have my suspicions so I went to a neurologist and he confirmed it. Early stage still. Tremor in left hand and pursing of lips. A bit irritating at times.

So, I thought I would check with the rest of the community to see if any one else has Parkinsons or maybe has someone close with it. I see the potential stigma and embarrassment that can accompany the condition.

I am not too worried about my future. I will be on meds for the rest of my life I guess. It could have been something worse.

[The_Metatron]

Well, shit.

[The_Metatron]

When I was a boy, Dad hired an electrician to replace our fuse box in our house with a circuit breaker panel. He had Parkinsons. I thought there would be plenty of excitement when he worked. He never drew a spark.

After the job was done, I got to go with them to the local tavern. Benny the electrician asked if I wanted to play a game of pool. He couldn’t even hold the cue still. But, when the shot was aligned at the right moment he’d shoot. He made every shot he attempted, kicking my ass handily.

I haven’t thought of him in decades.

[Adco]

When I was a boy, Dad hired an electrician to replace our fuse box in our house with a circuit breaker panel. He had Parkinsons. I thought there would be plenty of excitement when he worked. He never drew a spark.

After the job was done, I got to go with them to the local tavern. Benny the electrician asked if I wanted to play a game of pool. He couldn’t even hold the cue still. But, when the shot was aligned at the right moment he’d shoot. He made every shot he attempted, kicking my ass handily.

I haven’t thought of him in decades.

Then I guess there's nothing to worry about, except for a few spilled drink and a couple of sparks.