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LIEBSTER AWARD

Posted on February 25, 2013 by Judy

I want to thank Tersia Burger. She has nominated me for the Liebster Award. It amazes me how as a result of blogging, I’ve formed a wonderful friendship on the other side of the world. Continue reading →

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THE WONDERFUL METAPHORS – PART 3

Posted on February 24, 2013 by Judy

I often love to write about metaphors; my song lyrics and stories are filled with them. Therefore, it is no coincidence that I see beautiful metaphors that relate what I’m learning about singing to improving my life. Continue reading →

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ONLY TEARS – PART 2

Posted on February 7, 2013 by Judy

I decided I wanted a new arrangement for “Only Tears” that would fulfill my sentimental vision for this song. I was graduating college when I wrote “Only Tears,” and my lyrics expressed uncertainty about the future. Because I was getting married, I had some doubts over whether my friendships would endure, and that was the reason for my tears. Continue reading →

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I’LL TRY HARD NOT TO CRY

Posted on January 24, 2013 by Judy

I believe in tears. I think crying is a healthy outlet. Tears lead to healing and releasing them are very important. But somehow, as the years went by – I stopped expressing myself in many ways. I preferred to deny tears, and soon I ended up feeling nothing at all. Continue reading →