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ONE DAY YOU ARRIVED

Posted on January 5, 2015 by Judy

This is a story about a boy who lost his mother when he was a teenager; she never had the chance to see what a wonderful man he grew to be. Continue reading →

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NO ORDINARY PRINCESS – PART 4

Posted on December 22, 2014 by Judy

Suddenly, there was a loud knock at my door. It was my youngest son! I shouted, “DO NOT COME IN!” Continue reading →

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WON’T STAY EMPTY

Posted on August 30, 2014 by Judy

I know some people don’t like metaphorical writing. So here’s a summary of my last Princess story: SHE FINALLY WENT ON A DIET LOL! Continue reading →

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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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NO ORDINARY PRINCESS – PART 1

Posted on July 28, 2014 by Judy

Seeing myself as a Princess allowed me to write feelings I might not have been able to express in any other way. Unfortunately, there is a dark side to my Princess metaphor – the Dragon. 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 →