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Dawn's ReliefHi Clay. I don't have an answer, but just an observation. Though in early stages of PD, I find myself "neglecting" my left side, where the tremors occur and I have movement difficulties (poor coordination, slowness, etc.). Maybe "protecting" might be a better word - I'm letting my right hand do more of what the left normally does. I have also noticed that, perhaps because I am still getting used to my limitations, that I have cut back on the amount of physical activity that I used to have, including regular exercise. The more sedentary life style, combined with drugs (selegiline) which my neurologist says may cause "more vivid" dreams, I have found my nights to be less restful. But, I have noticed this same trend in past years when I've stopped regular exercise - I'm simply not dissipating the energy and tension that normally builds up during the day. That's why my priority is to try to get back on a regular program. Besides, I need to try to maintain some muscle tone and balance (that is, not letting my left side get so much weaker than my right side). Don't know if any of this might relate. Good luck. Roger ----- Original Message ----- From: Clay Felts To: [log in to unmask] Sent: Saturday, January 19, 2002 8:50 AM Subject: Dawn's Relief This is a result of being sleepless in "Parkieland". I am one of those who is up and down all night. Does anyone have suggestions for sleeping longer hours.? I have worked with my doctor adjusting medications without finding an answer, yet. The problem is that no matter what I do or take, I wake up in 3 to 4 hours and can not get back to sleep. Any suggestions for 8 hours of sleep? I am struck by how often in the night that I am reminded of people who have died that were close to me even though I don't believe in such a thing. I remember as a child seeing monsters in my room. I would hide under the covers and soon fall asleep, all warm and relaxed. As an adult, I no longer see monsters. I will get a flashing glimpse of something, or feel a presence. This only happens as I am waking up. .Clay Dawn's Relief I stare at the emptiness but I'm not bold. My room in the wee hours is lonely and cold. In shadows that harbor my ghosts of the night Are places where spirits oft-linger from sight. My mind plays its tricks so I talk to the dead And often I struggle controlling my head. The hours move so slowly, I pray for the sun. But god just ignores 'cause his will will be done When young I saw monsters while snuggled and safe. At dawn in the chill now they dance without grace. I am scared that the call for my death maybe now. I refuse to acknowledge a beckon to bow. As night turns to dawn sleep returns as a friend. I dream of lost ladies, which saves me again. And, the warmth of the sun fills my room with such cheer. 'Tis a wonderful life and I'm glad I'm still here. Clay Felts January 2002 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- To sign-off Parkinsn send a message to: mailto:[log in to unmask] In the body of the message put: signoff parkinsn