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TAKE ME AWAY – PART 3

Posted on June 17, 2019 by Judy

Last week I began recording my new instrumental late at night. The serenity of recording at 4 a.m. is amazing. It is also hard work and sometimes my hand becomes numb. I have to stop and shake it out for a few minutes because I can’t feel it. Continue reading →

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MY SONG UNSUNG-PART 2

Posted on April 30, 2019 by Judy

I love telling my story through pictures and words. In my wildest dreams, I never imagined I would be singing and playing my guitar again – let alone creating recordings in a home studio.
Thank you for allowing me to share my passion and joy with you! Continue reading →

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MISUNDERSTOOD-PART 2

Posted on July 16, 2018 by Judy

Sharing my heart has helped me in the past but I cannot share my heart completely now because so much of what I go through involves other people and their lives. Continue reading →

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JUST A TUNE – PART 2

Posted on December 25, 2014 by Judy

I love how Cheryl lives on for me through my songs. When I think of Cheryl, I am always reminded of how precious life is. She desperately wanted to live. I am blessed because my life is truly a gift. I’ve decided to unwrap it now and enjoy what’s inside. Continue reading →

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ONLY A DREAM

Posted on November 24, 2014 by Judy

I am a passionate singer/songwriter following my dream. During the years when I did not have any music in my life, it was only a dream. Continue reading →

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WHEN LIFE HOLDS PAIN

Posted on November 1, 2014 by Judy

I lit a candle to remember my mother on the anniversary of her death one year ago. Continue reading →

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THE WALLS YOU’VE BUILT

Posted on August 29, 2014 by Judy

A few weeks ago, I was in a very low place and wrote a story. It is a story about trying to get out of Hell in order to find a way back to Heaven. The good news is that I am on my way! Continue reading →

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PAINFUL WORDS

Posted on August 26, 2014 by Judy

I performed “Misunderstood” last night at Kulak’s Woodshed. This was my first performance in seven months. I hadn’t felt like being in front of an audience due to my eye problems. But I did it! Continue reading →

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MISUNDERSTOOD-PART 1

Posted on August 19, 2014 by Judy

My son has no idea that I wrote this song. What emerged from our conflict, were many feelings related to the divorce that had been suppressed. It seems like sharing here is the antithesis of being misunderstood. I feel understood now. Continue reading →

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TRANSFORMING MY LIFE

Posted on July 16, 2014 by Judy

For me, being under hypnosis is like drifting through clouds. I’ll hear music, see colors and am totally serene. When I awaken I am very refreshed and energized. Continue reading →