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!

DO NOT SUCCUMB – PART 1

Posted on September 30, 2013 by Judy

The title for this story is a line of lyrics from my song “Hang On.” Here is how the word succumb fits into my lyrics: Though you are numb, do not succumb. Living with numbness was how I operated for decades. I did not allow myself to feel anything. Continue reading →

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ALL YOUR STRENGTH IS IN ME

Posted on September 27, 2013 by Judy

Was her death is imminent? In a few days I would know. It seemed possible that she could recover as she had many times before. But she was certainly not going to live forever. My mother was weak, tired and frail. In my heart, perhaps it was time. Continue reading →

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THE UNKNOWN-PART 1

Posted on September 21, 2013 by Judy

My song, “The Unknown” changed my life. A good friend gave my song another name: “The F.U. song.” Continue reading →

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THIS FEELS SO WRONG

Posted on September 14, 2013 by Judy

My post title is a line of lyrics from my song “The Unknown.” My song changed the direction of my life because it led me to divorce my husband after 31 years of marriage. Continue reading →