Take it in stride

Take it in stride- Glenn Reid

Diagnosed; May25, 2012 Video: June 20, 2023

My apologies for some video issues.

But I am only a one take, you get what you take, film maverick!

Years ago my good friend, Glenn Reid wrote this song to help get his message out about a certain health diagnosis he received.

The lyrics of this song can resonate with those of us with a Parkinson’s diagnosis, as well.

Our attitude about our diagnosis, oh hell, our attitude about life in general.

Has more to do with how we live our life than in the disease itself.

Pay attention to the following lyrics.

Lately it seems

that in all of my dreams

I see trouble.

Danger is lurking

around the next corner

I fear

Nothing is wrong

yet, I can’t stop my hands

from this shakin’.

I try to focus

but can’t get the picture

to clear.

Full of anxiety

I start my day

every morning.

Can’t put my finger

on just what it is

botherin’ me.

I know inside

that a man cannot

hide from his future.

Best to relax

and whatever will be,

let it be.

Chorus:

Take it in stride.

Take it with courage.

No use in frettin’;

you’d best be forgettin’ concern.

Take it in stride.

Why should you worry.

Time marches on

and just leaves you

one more lesson learned.

Think of the minutes

we’ve wasted

all throughout our lifetimes.

Minutes

that could have been

much better spent

other ways.

Loved ones to care for

and so much for which

to be thankful.

Hold ‘em all close

and be grateful

for all of your days.

Boy it sure is nice to have talented friends.

But as you take it in stride

Remember to

Have fun and be a warrior