Good bye to my 2007 Chevy Corvette it has been a blast. Fell a sleep on the Hyway today while driving it. Thank god my wife was with me and yelled just before crossing the medium. I would have killed me and my wife and god only knows how many more. First time and last i will never drive again. Of course you know i live in Texas where some people drive to check there mail box. The nearest store from me is 2 miles away. It is just a gas station. Groceries are 6 miles away. My wife will now take on the pleasure of driving. My Corvette goes up for sale next week. Just another hurdle and a high one.
Bailey, I'm very sorry, and admire your wisdom and acceptance of a huge loss. Can your wife drive you to CrossFit? I guess you are in a rural area.
I'm OK to drive now, but severely limit myself to very local destinations three miles or less daytime only. I refused my neuro's suggestion of a dopamine agonist, he prescribed Sinemet instead although telling me that ALL PD meds cause sudden sleepiness. Azilect hasn't been a problem and so far Sinemet is giving me my energy back. I didn't want to risk suddenly falling asleep while driving. I'm researching alternatives, including Uber, train into the city, walking (less than two miles from gym and shopping) and of course my partner, but hope that giving up driving completely will be many years away, I'm 70 now. Being female, I know many women my age who aren't PWP who no longer drive on freeways, at night or in bad weather. It seems that guys are more likely to keep driving well into their golden years. I also realized that long before diagnosis I was avoiding difficult left turns and merges and driving slowly. My partner says that I am too cautious and need to drive faster, to avoid others trying to pass me illegally.
your hasbean and my speculating neighbour. we had rain this winter and I was not feeling suicidal, unlike local punks who passed me inches from me. didn't swerve so here I sit. I am very sure it was premeditated.
if anything appens to me this community is my only resource. I don't have a hasbeen, live alone.
furthermore my link kits needed replacing and my left side thing that you have to lub had to be replaced. improved ride considerably. I thougt I just needed an alignment..... van had pd too. have a running war with clic at cdn tire.. won't bore you.
That's dreadfully news. The same thing happened to me had my wifemail on board and her parents. Licky the road went right and I mountened the sidewalk, missing the oncoming wagon.
My passion is driving was a rally driver for many a year.
I came of that agonist that caused the drowsiness now on patches, and now don't drive far. But DI not with instant sleep unless I have eaten
You are to be commended for exercising good judgement that protects you, your wife and unnamed others. This represents a major sacrifice which should be noted by everyone. Takes courage, wisdom and sacrifice. All of us must stay vigilant and, when the time comes, give up the keys. A tough moment for sure.
Bailey, forget the car. You're on the right side of the sod and so is everyone else you might have taken out! Loss??? Where is the opportunity, Bailey????
I know that you have been driving since you were diagnosed 11-12 years ago and that has been so encouraging. I'm so sorry to learn you won't be driving anymore.
Sorry to hear about this Bailey. I understand how you feel about having to give up driving. But you and your wife are unhurt so we have a lot to be grateful for.
I had to give up driving, too, because of a tendency to faint for no particular reason. I hate giving up my independence. Then I have found out that if I am taken out for an excursion and my generic Stalevo wears off, I get car sick. I can't win!
My friend had a 66 Corvette convertible, the one with the exhaust pipes under the doors. It looked sharp but after burning my legs on it a half a dozen times, I asked him if he paid extra for that.
Must have been super fun to drive. I can guess from now on you will get in an out of a car with door and seat higher above ground and soon will be less lonely for the low slung corvette. Be well and safe.
She is a beaut. I would be scared to drive such a muscle machine. I looked at new cars but with so much electronics the damn things actually warn you about driving safely when you push that stupid button to start it. So you sit in the drive way for 15 min trying to find a simple radio station.
If it is any consolation there is a neighbor behind me with a Harley which is way to loud. Every time he goes by I say under my breath "I know, I know its small and you are over compensating but do you have to rev it up at my corner?" I like to reassure myself, that is why I like my 2000 Accord and not some Dodge Viper. Yes that is why..... sure.......
This is the worst news of the day for me! I identify closely with your path of progression, as I was diagnosed with PD 12 years ago when I retired as an airline captain. I'm a lifelong " motorhead " and gave up my airplane last year, rarely ride my motorcycle anymore, and see the writing on the wall for my Porsche Cayman. Living in Waco Texas where a 30 mile drive is "just over yonder a piece- be back in a few minutes," I can feel your pain. Very unpleasant decisions must be made. With deep sympathy and empathy, all the best to you. -Mike
Very sorry, but thankfully you and your wife are okay! I drive a little but not on freeways. We have a small suv that is easier to get in and out of. I'm proud of you for making a difficult but positive decision. There will be a happiness after but just a different focus. Take care!
Sorry to hear this. It takes a lot of courage and wisdom to give up driving. Thank you for this and for sharing your experiences. You have taught us all important lessons with your adventures!
I used to nod of while driving when first diagnosed and started taking a bunch of meds but it went away after a year or so. I'm not on any new meds but I'm nodding again and not just when I'm driving.... anybody else having this?
I'm having friends drive me for now. It went away last time, hope it goes away again!
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