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Mike, From coming alongside my husband and attempting to understand his depression when unable to do things he enjoys so much like direct the choir at church, etc., I can understand in part what you are feeling. One thing that struck me when I read your email and continues to stay with me is that you have young onset PD. We are only now beginning to realize the differences in the way this presents itself as opposed to older onset. When my husband had his appointment with Dr. Montgomery at the Cleveland Clinic this summer, it was really emphasized to us. The reason I state this is that while my husband has had to give up some things, he also goes through times when he can resume them. So we have learned that to give up something isn't always permanent--it may be eventually, but not now. For example, he's into music again--he's had a terrific summer (after a horrific spring--fall and winter level out usually). It may not last, but for now, he's going with it. We also just attended a young onset PD support group begun by the APDA group in our area. I highly recommend this. It has been life-changing for us. We do not need to assume that what happens to others will happen to us. While there are many commonalities, it is highly individualized since the neurological system is highly individualized. Take courage, and I encourage you to play when you can. Vi CG for Jon 51/6 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- To sign-off Parkinsn send a message to: mailto:[log in to unmask] In the body of the message put: signoff parkinsn