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REMEMBERING SUSAN – PART 3

Posted on February 14, 2014 by Judy

In two days it will be the 4th anniversary of my blog. I celebrate four amazing years where my life completely turned around! Continue reading →

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REMEMBERING SUSAN – PART 2

Posted on February 13, 2014 by Judy

Susan’s messages tell my story in a beautiful way and I will never forget her wisdom and love. Continue reading →

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REMEMBERING SUSAN – PART 1

Posted on February 12, 2014 by Judy

I will be playing a song with my guitar to honor Susan at the memorial service. It’s going to be hard for me to sing without crying. Continue reading →

MY JOURNEY IN SIGHT – PART 3

Posted on February 4, 2014 by Judy

I simply want to live without my eyes making me crazy! Continue reading →

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Today I had an appointment with my regular doctor. He was very sympathetic and kind as he looked right into my pained eyes. I could feel my lip trembling as I thanked him for being my advocate. Continue reading →

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MY JOURNEY IN SIGHT – PART 1

Posted on January 12, 2014 by Judy

As my eye condition began to overwhelm me, it reminded me very much of grief. What I am sharing is an expression of complete vulnerability. I am honest and raw. Continue reading →

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I KNEW I’D BE OKAY – PART 2

Posted on December 22, 2013 by Judy

I was so relieved that things had improved so much because of my own courage and inclination. It had been such a wondrous day, filled with improvement in so many ways. Perhaps this was the rainbow through my tears after all! Continue reading →

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I SEE A RAINBOW THROUGH MY TEARS

Posted on December 10, 2013 by Judy

The rainbow through my tears was something I had seen before. It was important for me to remember that even if I wasn’t seeing it at the moment. Continue reading →

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DO NOT SUCCUMB-PART 2

Posted on November 16, 2013 by Judy

Sometimes I miss is the deep love I received from my parents. No one loves us like our mother and father. But I feel them with me and just because they’ve died, I still feel important and valuable. Their love hasn’t died!” Continue reading →