Keith: Ditto. Our ages and onst are remarkably close and i share yiur attitude. Its good to see Edie's comments and experience. Keep the faith. Phil Bentley 44/10mos Keith Chancey wrote: > Edie, > > Thanks for sharing your story, however brief. I got what I needed to hear: > there is hope. That's what got me over my initial shock after my diagnosis, > that there is great variability in how patients are affected. The realization > that I had a chance, even a slim one, to not be severely affected during my > lifetime was tremendously encouraging. > > I am mentally and physically active and intend to remain so as long as I > possibly can. PD has made me appreciate things most take for granted. > > Thanks again, > > Keith Chancey 45/14 months > Memphis, TN