Author Archives: Judy

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!

HERE I AM, WRITING TO YOU

Posted on July 13, 2010 by Judy

My writing began at the same time that I picked up my guitar again after thirty years. I feel like there is a purpose behind everything I’m doing, even if I don’t know where it will lead. If my blog were a book, I have wondered what the ending would be. Continue reading →

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THIS ONE IS LIFELONG; THE MUSIC IS FOREVER

Posted on July 8, 2010 by Judy

The “writer inside” returned to me today in the early morning hours. I had to write about my shame that I allowed disappointment to close my heart so many times in my life. I was remembering those feelings, and how this year so many things about my friend were revealed to me. She struggled so much in high school and I hadn’t understood. I remembered how desperately I had wanted to be closer with her when we were very young. Continue reading →

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MY LIFE IS NOW PEACHY

Posted on July 7, 2010 by Judy

I remember how giddy I was when I first began writing my blog. I could not stop thinking about all the funny and interesting things I wanted to write about. My posts would list the times of day and what had occurred! I find it interesting how that has changed for me. My passion for music has eclipsed everything now.
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TO HAVE COURAGE OR BEAK CAREFUL

Posted on July 2, 2010 by Judy

Tiki flew into our lives about two years ago when my housekeeper, Rosa, came arrived for work and calmly stated that she had a bird in her car. It was gorgeous! This bird was the color of a popsicle – “mango colors” of yellow gradating to orange, with green wings and blue tail-feathers. Continue reading →