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janet paterson wrote:

> i have pd
> i tell everyone i meet for longer than half an hour that i have it
> which usually results in a conversation that feels good on both sides
>
> we have to be our own best advocates
>
> pd visibility = pd awareness = pd knowledge = pd power

Thanks for being to the point.

Hiding PD won't do anyone any good.

I was at a social gathering (birthday party) Saturday night
with a number of friends and met a few new ones.

Since my PD is newly diagnosed, not many of my friends know
that I have it.

I did put a cork on it (wanting to announce my PD to a room full).
But, I did talk to a couple of people who knew about the PD,
who had found out through my wife, and were concerned.
I think, once I talk to some key people -- one on one -- it will
be easier to be open.  This is how I feel most comfortable for now.

Anyone else with comments or experience?

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                             Ray Strand
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