Sharing information

With the help of the Internet, the world has become a far smaller place, and through Facebook and e-mail, Parkinson’s sufferers have created a global family of sorts, sharing information and helping support one another, giving one the feeling that we're not alone. A site that gives clear and simple directions for physical exercises suitable for PD patients, that one can do in the privacy of one’s own home is the Parkinson’s Society Canada. Obviously all their suggestions may not be suitable for everyone, but it’s well worth a look at. I know in the U.S.A. there are dancing classes for PD patients, and how I wish I could attend something similar. I used to love to dance; in particular ballroom dancing was very popular in England when I was growing up. It was an exhilarating feeling, wearing a swirling chiffon dress that would swish with every move I’d make, and standing poised, in the arms of a partner, as the music began and around the dance floor one would magically be twirled to the timeless Waltz, Foxtrot, Rumba and my favourite; the dramatic captivating Tango! Unfortunately my dancing days are over, and my ungainly jig is for restricted viewing only (in my kitchen with close family and friends), but if I close my eyes tight and listen to the music of days gone by, I can almost see myself as sixteen once more, with lightness of step, poised and graceful, head lifted high; dancing my way around the ballroom.