There is Something Wrong

Margie Swope

When I was told, there is something wrong, I knew at that moment, I had to be strong. When the doctor said you have Parkinson's disease. I thought for a moment, and felt strangely at ease.

Finally, a name that's not just your nerves.

But what is this thing that is inside of me?

Then I felt  scared and a little reserved.

My eyes filled up, I wanted to flee.

As time past, I researched all I could

This is a progressive disease with no cure in sight.

I now understand and will continue to fight.

I exercise each morning, as I know I should.

I began cycling to build my strength.

Knowing I will have to go to great lengths,

To fight and delay Parkinson's disease. 

We all have times when we get the blues,

As soon as that happens, it's time to defuse.

I call a friend, and talk for some time,

this help's me to feel just fine.

My writings are a gift I recently received.

I want to share my blog, 

" Living Life to the Fullest With Parkinson's Disease. "

God Bless You!

Life is full of wondrous things

 Life is full of wondrous things,

Just open your eyes you will see.

The beauty that God has given to thee.

Open your mind and you will see

God didn't give us Parkinson's disease.

He gave us gifts to do was is necessary

To rid ourselves of this adversary.

God gave us the courage to 

overcome this journey.

We must use our abilities

To find all of the possibilities

It is our responsibility to join this fight

By exercising, our mind and body with all our might.

Live our lives without those Parkinson's blues,

All we need is a detonating fuse.

Smile and remember that God is on our side

He is watching with so much Pride.

Life with Parkinson's Disease

Life with Parkinson's Disease 

Our muscle are rigid and are sore to boot.

We must get them working, if we give a hoot.

If your tired of not being able to do,

Begin by exercising, it is up to you.

There are years you have suffered,

But I know you are tougher.

Relax and let you mind flow, 

and begin to explore.

You may find a hidden talent 

that has always been yours.

You could be a photographer, an artist 

or anything you like.

It is your time to try something new

and overcome those Parkinson's blues.

Follow your passions and all will be fine

Having a good attitude, will make you shine.

Sharing My Day With You

I am sharing my day with you,

Getting out to fight those blues.

I do my daily exercise, 

with my dog by my side.

It is a perfect sunny day,

Feeling the warmth of the sun rays.

I walk with my cane on my right 

and my dog Spencer on my left.

There is a breeze but only slight.

I realize I must turn around,

  I've gone too far,

I don't want to fall to the ground.

By singing a rap song 

and walking with the beat. 

As I get closer to my home.

I am still on my feet.

I laugh at myself.

I must look a sight.

Half dancing and half walking.

Swaying to left & right

I am moving at a snail's pace

I feel like I am moving at a snail's pace.

No plans to go anywhere, at least I don't have to race.

But I continue to do what is necessary.

Hoping that I won't need any physical therapy.

As the day continues, my mind and body moves so slow.

Never the less, I smile and release the negative inside

Letting the positive energy grow and it begins to flow.

I step outside, feeling the warmth from the sun.

My medicine is helping, if only I could run,

I would sign up to a Parkinson's marathon.

This would make me feel like a good samaritan.

I  may move slowly, but I will succeed.

Because in my heart I will always believe.

I have a passion for life,

I will never give in

Or listen to other's strife.

So join me and hear my call,

Why can't we laugh, at all of our flaws.

Busy Day

Each morning I awake

feeling like my body has put on it's brake.

Waiting until my medicine begins,

 making me feel human once again.

I do my exercises and then begin

riding my tricycle once again.

Calling for rain, I watch the clouds roll by.

Hoping that I will be able to keep dry.

How wonderful I feel, 

knowing my body has healed.

I ride with a big wide smile.

I was able to go almost five miles.

As I returned home, my body is tired

But I have to get ready

Practice begins in an hour 

Acapelican is the name for our choir.

I push myself each and every day,

 and thank God as I pray.

While There's Life, Don't Quit

Each day that I wake up, is a new beginning.

Fill your heart with love and laughter

I know a cure is being sought after

I ask God to comfort us

and teach us how to cope

While there's life, there is always hope.

I pray that we will be healed one day,

Hopefully this disease will go away.

I fight it now, with all of my might

As I step outside and oh what a sight.

I see a bald eagle flying to such heights.

The ducks are swimming along the pond 

and along comes a duckling, oh what a cutie

God has blessed us with such beauty.

A simple smile of warmth I bring

and all of a sudden I want to sing.

God is with us that's for sure

I won't ask for anything more.

May God Bless You!