I think that among family members, there are
some who do not take the time to understand
what Parkinson's is all about, but adult children,
at least in our family, have a very clear understanding
of the disease and how it affects their parents.
My sister once told mom, "Any of your kids would
spend any amount of money or time it takes to
make you comfortable"
There is no thrill like coming up with an idea or
gadget that will help mom with her problems.
We have done it a number of times, and will
continue to do it as long as we can help.
Mom has never held back in communicating
what she needs or thinks she needs, and this
is usually helpful. We know, because we want
to know, and because she has never , from the
beginning of our lives held back from communicating
with us. Parkinson's is just the latest and longest
subject we have ever discussed.
Karen Cook
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