Worx on Windermere

Fire works represent new beginnings and the joy of summer. My family had a cottage for many years and no better seats could be had than our beach for the “midnight hour”fireworks presented by the local town. My shooting strategy was always simple; hold your phone up, start clicking and hope for the best. Luck was on my side this particular year.

I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s the year of my 50th birthday. How’s that for a milestone birthday present?. If you like routine, Parkinson’s is not for you. Check your ego at the door. From this day forward, every day will be different; every step you take or don’t take, will be different. Early in my diagnosis, I realized how important it was going to be to have activities in my life that helped deal with the stress of living with Parkinson’s. Encouragement can come from the oddest of places. So when my little two-year-old niece says “Auntie up” or “Auntie walk”. I know it’s time to get moving. Parkinson’s waits for no one. I’ve always had an interest in photography, graphics and acrylic painting; (my father was a landscape artist) and after every bad day with Parkinson’s, once you pick up a paint brush, a camera or pencil, Parkinson’s takes a back seat.

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