This book is a book of hope for both the newly diagnosed
Parkinson's Person as well as a helpful reminder to a better quality of
life for those who have had the disease for many years. The writing is
succinct and easy to read. Hal outlines the four basics of hope as 1)
Help; 2) Optimism; 3) Physician; and 4) Exercise. His personal stories
on these four points are candid and powerful. He has experienced some
changes in his life as a result of Parkinson's but he remains positive,
upbeat and full of vitality. He shares some personal guidelines he now
lives by and offers some tips on how to on how to face the challenges
that may lie ahead. This is not a lecture on what you should do but
merely an insight into what is working for a fellow person with
Parkinson's. This is an essential tool to improve one's quality of life
for those living with Parkinson's.