What would a day without PD look like? For us, it might be breakfast out followed by a daytrip into the country. When we got hungry, we would stop at a restaurant for lunch. There would be a hike and, since my husband enjoys photography, a stop for scenic photos. Our afternoon might include a stop at a local winery before returning home exhausted yet refreshed by the experiences of the day.

So, what gets in the way of doing this now? How can we modify the plan so we can make it happen? Well, since my husband’s diagnosis, he tires easier than before. We currently allow time in our day for an after-lunch nap. We also have a pretty strict schedule of meals so as to not interfere with the efficacy of his meds. His hand tremor impacts his ability to hold a camera and hikes are limited to one mile at a time.

Taking all of these things into consideration, I think that I am ready to give it a try, however we many need to look at a half-day trip rather than a full day. We will start with breakfast at our favorite restaurant followed by a drive out of town. Next a short hike using our phones to take pictures before stopping for lunch on our way back home.  We will spend the morning exploring as we enjoy each other’s company while meeting the needs of our new reality.