To Joyce Hang in there! Alan Bonander said I would know when the postop recovery time was over. I think it might be soon. You are a month later - keep your fingers crossed. to sandrodent, glad to see you back, I laughed out loud at your letter and wept at your poem. Alan held the lantern high so that we could walk safely. re SUPERWALK What a great line of talent for the Unity Walk in NYC on September 29. Toronto also has an ex-mayor.............David Crombie, when in office, he was known as our 'tiny perfect mayor '.Anyone else with a mayor in their lineup of supporters? Re Exercise Don't avoid exercise because it may use up your supply of dopamine. You will feel worse if you overdo it but moderate exercise often improves the passage of food through the gut and the uptake of medications. For the first ten years with Parkinsons I had fewer symptoms after fitness class (for several hours). Now I am tired after class but still feel good. The exercise routines should be specially chosen if they are to prevent the secondary symptoms of Parkinsons from making life difficult. to newbie Welcome to the YAPPER, Ihave enjoyed your Newsletter. Anne Rutherford <[log in to unmask]> Newfoundland