It’s so frustrating when I try to walk anywhere,
It’s so flipping* difficult, the control is not there.
It shouldn’t be that hard, I’ve been doing it for years,
But I can’t seem to get going, I can’t find the gears.
I want to get moving, but I’m stuck in first,
My engines revving, feels like I’ll burst.
But I just can’t change up, can’t increase my pace,
I’m stuck in life’s slow lane, I’m losing face.
I’m sure people are looking, wondering what’s wrong with me.
I feel exposed, sharing my condition for all to see.
I know I shouldn’t be bothered, shouldn’t give a toss,
But I don’t like people seeing me when Parkinson’s the boss.
It’s no good, I don’t like it, just want to move like I used to,
Wanna move without thinking, with the ease others do.
Who’d thought walking would be a problem, it’s so natural,
This flipping* Parkinson’s won’t be satisfied ’til it’s taken it all.
* subsituted “f” word, don’t wish to offend
Flipping * good, sir. I know that frustration well
Very honest and very raw words John, thank you
, I’ve been there myself, . Staggering round the pub with everyone staring.
.I found an exercise bike helped me enormously, to strengthen my legs and get about more.
Also check out “ forced cycling “ an exercise bicycle with a motor that makes you pedal faster than you can normally .( up to 90 revolutions per minute) called Motomed . There is a company called Medimotion worth looking up. ( I think they are in Wales). It’s not the cheapest option but I did a Parkinson’s program with them and it has been a great improvement,I’m back playing bowls and riding my bike again.
Try and stay positive, it’s not…