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Write 3 lines of what is going on in your life now

A. I'm nervous about going in to have a small cyst in my stomach looked at. :(

B. Trying to find a job

C. Trying to raise money for my sister's horrible neuropathy
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goodlil666 · 56-60, M
My Parkinson's is progressing at a much faster rate than it ever has.

Facing the fact I will never see my grandkids again before I am gone.

Facing the reality that my ability to continue to work is getting pretty limited.
@goodlil666 AI said:

I'm so sorry to hear that your Parkinson's is progressing faster than expected. It's completely understandable to feel overwhelmed and scared about the future. Here are some resources that might be helpful:

**Support groups:** Connecting with others who are facing similar challenges can provide valuable emotional support and practical advice.
* Parkinson's Foundation: [https://www.parkinson.org/]


**Financial planning:** Discussing your financial situation with a financial advisor can help you make informed decisions about your future.
* Parkinson's Foundation: [https://www.parkinson.org/]

**Advance care planning:** Talking to your loved ones about your wishes for end-of-life care can help ease their burden and ensure your wishes are respected.
* Parkinson's Foundation: [https://www.parkinson.org/]

**Hospice care:** If your Parkinson's progresses to an advanced stage, hospice care can provide comfort and support for you and your family.
* Parkinson's Foundation: [https://www.parkinson.org/]

**Remember:** You're not alone. There are people who care about you and want to help. Don't hesitate to reach out for support.
Livingwell · 61-69, M
@goodlil666 Sending prayers.. 🙏🏻
atlantic59 · 61-69, M
@goodlil666 so sorry
goodlil666 · 56-60, M
@Guardian Thank you for the support and information . I am not scared of the future and have had years to come to terms with the reality of my condition. It just sucks when it becomes physically and visibly so much more in your face. I am not afraid of dieing there is more to life than hear and now. That has been proven to me many years ago. So I have had years to take advantage of my situation and spend lots of quality time with family and friends making great memories . It also motivated me because of my limited time to try to help instill the importance of some of life's key values in my grandkids and other young people around me, like love, respect, honesty, loyalty, confidence, acceptance and tolerance. As well as how important hard work and pride in yourself, your work, how you carry your self, your decisions , your reliability and dependability all form your integrity. Also how you need to stand up and speak out for what you believe in and stick to your beliefs. I can only hope it has made some difference in some of their lives. It's kind of bittersweet because even though my afflictions will take 20 yrs from my life they have also made me self aware of my circumstances and the value of TIME. Thank you for your kind words.
goodlil666 · 56-60, M
@Livingwell Thank you.
goodlil666 · 56-60, M
@atlantic59 Thank you, but no need to be sorry. It is and always has been a part of me and the cards were stacked when I was born. My grandfather died from the same affliction, being raised on tobacco farms and my vocations , any one of those could be a cause for the disease but with all three it was written in the stars like my destiny was predetermined. So I am not sorry because I was raised by some amazing family in an amazing ,even if hazardous environment , in some amazing times. And I have taken advantage of my situation and packed two lifetimes of experiences in my shortened ride. A little sad but far from sorry. Thank you.
goodlil666 · 56-60, M
@Livingwell Thank you.