Tag Archives: Retirement

Rocking Chairs & Letting Go

Posted on January 17, 2016 by vivace1017

When a new wave of disappointment or depression rolls onto the shore of my existence, I struggle anew with the reality of what Parkinson’s Disease has taken from me. Even with advanced degrees in music, vocal pedagogy and organ, I … Continue reading →

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A Trip Through the Mountains

Posted on September 18, 2015 by vivace1017

Last Monday, I flew steadily west for most of the afternoon. Headed for Denver. For the Rocky Mountains. With my camera. It was one of those “strike while the iron is hot” moments, when the rest of life’s responsibilities are … Continue reading →

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“Reverend”

Posted on June 2, 2015 by vivace1017

It is a title we bestow on clergy, a form of address for those set apart as ministers or religious leaders, an identity for those who have found a servant towel with their names on it. And today, it is … Continue reading →

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Comfort

Posted on April 15, 2015 by vivace1017

I love the word, “Comfort.” I love being comfortable. And I am fascinated by the many guises it takes. It can come in the form of a first cup of coffee or hot tea, early in the quiet of the … Continue reading →

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Parkinson’s Disease – Living with It. Moving on…

Posted on April 13, 2015 by vivace1017

Friday was “Tweaking Day.” Eight weeks after optimization, I returned to my neurologist for evaluation and adjustments to this imbedded Boston-Scientific device. For the first time since this all begun, I had slept right through the night, off meds. I … Continue reading →

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