Mini Getaway with Mom
Last week my mom and I drove a few hours to the west side of the state to Ludington. Over the summer I saw information about an event on Wednesday, September 11th called “Disability Dirt Days” at Silver Lake Sand…
Tests and More Tests
Since my last post I’ve had a number of tests to explore the health issues we discussed with my new primary care physician. The bottom line so far is that…
Medical Update: July 2024
Last week I had an appointment with a new primary care physician. I haven’t really had one since my pediatrician passed away because I have a variety of specialists. They…
The Parten Zoo Has Expanded!
We are now a household of THREE cats, a dog and fish. On Saturday my parents both heard meowing in our backyard and discovered a tiny kitten under our grill.…
Solar Eclipse Day Adventures
Monday, April 8, 2024 was a momentous day because of the solar eclipse that occurred. Living in southeast Michigan, I was along the path of totality. Our coverage wasn’t 100%…




