As the end of August approaches, I decided that I needed to invest in a wall planner. The academic year wall planners are available now
Society
Plant Mystery
While out in the pretty village of Wickham Market, in the grounds of The Resource Centre where I have meeting rooms, I noticed the beautiful
A Societal View of Tess
I recently re-read one of my favourite books. As I sit at my desk today, savouring my coffee, I thought it would be enjoyable to
People
A Career in Reinvention
“Reinvention has been the key to my career success. Once in a while, I change direction. I adapt and grow. This has now become the
Health
Dean’s Weekend Stimulator
Good morning from a wet Friday in England. We have ten days of stormy weather arriving today! Still, the rain keeps these islands green and
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
One of the illnesses that I have seen clients deeply affected by, is Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), or ME. An illness that causes overwhelming tiredness,
Parkinson's
Badgering for a Badge
I’m just about to sit and write my piece for this week’s radio show but, as I’m also thinking about how I re-applied for my
Breaking the Chain
I have just been compiling my medication for the week ahead, into my medication dispensing boxes; known as dosset boxes. Today, I am reflecting, with
Backstage Irony
Recently, a radio show host from within the Parkinson’s community invited me to take up a regular weekly slot on his radio show. I was
A Look Inside
A Look Inside: My Parkinson’s Life in Poetry by me, Dean G. Parsons. Now available to buy, via Amazon, in over 240 territories worldwide. To
Stuck Without Access
I appear to be stuck in a room. Outside there is a village meeting. I hear sounds of joy and groans of gloom. My chance
Behind the Scenes
For the past two Saturday’s, I have been fortunate to be invited to broadcast on the radio. I have been given a segment of time
Art & Crafts Studio
Multi-Purpose Room
I have long wanted to make a space, at home, for art and crafting. It is nice to reflect over achievements and this morning I
On Form
A group of friends and I have formed an art and craft group. The aim being that we meet on a regular basis, each of
Art & Crafts
Portrait in a Line
A few days ago, my friends and I gathered together at a mutual friend’s house in Harleston, Norfolk. The purpose of the gathering was to
Fun Bunting Transfers
In the art group I am part of, with a group of friends, we recently met and hand decorated some wooden bunting cut-outs. If you
Memoir
A Kiss to Remember
One of the most renowned and outstanding pieces of art was recently within touching distance from where I was stood. On the perimeter, a high,
Poet's Corner
Trees Restore
Trees restore me well. The rustle of leaves enchants. Factories pollute. (c) Dean G. Parsons. 2019.
Radio Broadcast
Radio Parkies Podcast 10
Hello. This is my Radio Parkies broadcast from 24th August 2019, with end of broadcast song… Podcast topics: Introducing Dean. My week. The importance of
Radio Parkies Podcast 9
Hello. This is my Radio Parkies broadcast from 10th August 2019, with end of broadcast song… Podcast topics: Introducing Dean. Finding things to appreciate. Brexit;
Radio Parkies Podcast 8
Hello. This is my Radio Parkies broadcast from 3rd August 2019, with end of broadcast song… Podcast topics: Introducing Dean. Introducing the theme of hobbies
Radio Parkies Podcast 7
Hello. This is my Radio Parkies broadcast from 27th July 2019, with end of broadcast song. Podcast topics: Introducing Dean. Diagnosis. Change. How some people
Cottage Garden
Starting our Cottage Garden
As we approach the end of August, in the gardening calendar, and the signs of seasonal change are gently beginning to make themselves known in
A Gift for the Bees
This year, I’ve paid particular attention to attracting in more bees and insects. I’ve packed our little cottage garden with all manner of flowering plants
The Acrobatic Visitor
This year, in spite of the very mixed weather, we have seen a vast array of wildlife in our cottage garden. The key, I believe,
Autumn Garden Veg Patch
With the onset of the autumn season, it is time to start clearing the garden up from the summer activities and putting the structures in