Howdy Blues1952....

Thanks for telling your story and the path you are taking.

I don't have Parkinson's and it's not in my family.
But, about a decade ago, I noticed my left side was feeling weaker than my right.
I was lifting weights at the time (just for functional strength) and which helped me self diagnose the problem.
Made the doctor appt, he did some shock sort of tests and told me I have spinal stenosis which is also degenerative....my dad had it later in life too.

Right side wasn't affected early on.
Now....I can't stand for more than 5 minutes or so....like doing dinner dishes....as both legs go to sleep and I'll drop like a rock to the floor without any real warning.
I have to walk with a cane now.

My left arm goes to sleep occasionally and I can't play the acoustic because my right arm goes to sleep due to the wider body.
I can still play my Tele and go through my 30 song set list of favorite cover tunes just to keep up my rhythm chops.
I'm still writing/recording....although I've not written anything new in a few months.

So....I wish everyone well that are dealing with Parkinson's and hope you find the right drug cocktail to help with day to day life and the ability to play.

I have no clue how I reached 75 so quickly.
This getting old isn't for the faint of heart. smile

Thanks again....have a great day.

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