And that’s about how long it takes to peel one!

With this beautiful season comes trips to the Pumpkin Patch and the Apple Orchard and yummy fall baking. Two favourite recipes I like to make at this time of year are Roasted Squash Soup and Pumpkin Spice Muffins. Both of these call for peeled apples.

While peeling an apple is something most people do mindlessly and effortlessly, for me, this is a most dreaded task.

Parkinson’s Disease is a movement disorder that can impact coordination. Some activities that require my hands to do two different things at the same time (ie. peeling an apple) are extremely frustrating to do. It is both a physical challenge and a mental challenge. My brain has to focus intently on making my fingers/hands move correctly and my whole body seems to get involved in supporting the muscles in my hands! My shoulders, neck & back are exhausted by the time I’ve finished the job.

Isn’t that ridiculous?

If it’s not a ‘good’ day, I’ll sometimes ask for help. But I think this is something I need to keep doing. Use it or lose it!

But it is certainly worth it! Great soup and healthy muffins!