About Judy
I'm an illustrator by profession. At this juncture in my life, I am pursuing my dream of writing and composing music. Every day of my life is precious!
When life holds challenges, the best way for me to get through them is with positivity. I especially appreciate laughter and believe that humor is great way to alleviate stress. Continue reading →
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It has been 32 years since my son Jason died. It wasn’t until after his death that I learned his name meant “healer.” Even though he died a long time ago, there is no escaping the indelible influence he continues to have upon my life Continue reading →
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It seems that with the theme of “take my hand,” so many hands from friends are holding me now, new and old. I am receiving support in countless ways. But I’m also leading others with my own hands and lending hope. Continue reading →
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“Take My Hand” is definitely a song of healing and hope. I believe that reaching out is courageous. It represents a willingness to trust the person we connect with. We can reach out to seek comfort and we can reach out to offer comfort.
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Impermanence – so many lessons were held in a single day. Accepting that nothing is permanent is tough with things we want to maintain, but it’s also a good thing for difficult situations. If there was a cure for everything in my life – it was love.
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There were sad prophecies in my life, but I am thankful I can view them now as meaningful parts of my life’s journey. Continue reading →
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Originally posted on ILLUSTRATING MY LIFE:
https://youtu.be/K5e6MNFtRic Sometimes fairy tales come true. I wasn’t sure what I was hoping for after I sent my maze to Barbra Streisand’s foundation. Dreaming was fun, but I didn’t want to have high expectations…
Originally posted on ILLUSTRATING MY LIFE:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oypHnhNzbvs Last night, I told a short story about my art career. The theme was food – so that was perfect for a food illustrator like me. I even had my make up done…
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