Tag Archives: coping with divorce

WE WERE STRANGERS

Posted on January 19, 2015 by Judy

For weeks, I avoided writing this story because I wanted to simply put it behind me. But then I decided there was insight that I gained from this experience. 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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A bridge is a transition. It takes the second chorus to the third chorus and allows the song to build in a magnificent way. My life right now is like a bridge, filled with adjustment and linked to my future. I haven’t reached the “last chorus” so the best is yet to come for me! Continue reading →

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HOW MUCH I CARE

Posted on December 15, 2014 by Judy

My friend, Cheryl, inspired my song “Just a Tune” and I really miss her (she died in 2008.) I am sharing some stories about the feelings behind my song, which I recently created a new arrangement for. Continue reading →