Miracles

Light streams through clouds in a distant storm.

I look for miracles everywhere. Otherwise, I'll never see them. By Teresa Swartz Roberts Blog post 47. Copyright 2021 This blog post is about miracles. I use that word on a regular basis. I need to. I need to see the miracles in my life. I remember seeing an interview with Brandon Lee, who talked … Continue reading Miracles →

If the shoe fits

My Velcro shoes represent a change in style that shows my change in mobility.

Shoes matter. I rock the New Balance Velcro 813s now. I am happy that I have that option. If you are buying shoes for someone with Parkinson's or any mobility or communication issues, I offer some tips. By Teresa Swartz Roberts Blog 44. Copyright 2021 My mother was an active woman. She was downright athletic, … Continue reading If the shoe fits →

The Jetsons got it right

A collection of remote controls and electronic devices represents our dependence upon technology.

I press buttons all day long. By Teresa Swartz Roberts Blog 38. Copyright 2020 I was only a toddler when The Jetsons debuted. I think I learned the theme song lyrics while I was learning to talk. Meet George Jetson, His boy Elroy, Daughter Judy, Jane, his wife… Jane was the one who was pretty … Continue reading The Jetsons got it right →

Watermelons and the Walker Tango

My walker is a wheelbarrow, wagon, dessert cart, shopping cart, magic carpet... When I am behind my walker, the world looks more manageable. By Teresa Swartz Roberts Blog 37. Copyright 2020 I had placed my walker between the car and the garage while I reached into the hatchback for one of the big, juicy watermelons … Continue reading Watermelons and the Walker Tango →

No Contest

By Teresa Swartz Roberts Blog post 7. Copyright 2016 Refusing to accept help or use a cane or other accommodation makes as much sense as refusing to take my meds. I don't earn points through suffering. We don't get any extra points for suffering. Pain is not a contest, and I don't want to … Continue reading No Contest →