Micheal J & The Champ

Heroes
These two men are heroes, that is, men who have stared fear and physical discomfort face to face and decided not to run. They are leaders who have not let physical limitation diminish their contributions to humanity. If parents of today want to enlighten their children on making a difference and of not whining like a victim but taking action, look at Michael and Muhammed. It is ironic but I wonder, would either of them be making this kind of impact if they hadn't gotten Parkinson's Disease?

Michael J. Fox wrote in his autobiography, Lucky Man, that having PD saved his life. It made him slow down and contemplate. It took him away from the Hollywood lifestyle. It lead him to say, "Medical science has proven time and again that when the resources are provided, great progress in the treatment, cure, and prevention of disease can occur." What an attitude, what a gift to people with Parkinson's!