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I CAN’T TELL YOU

Posted on September 28, 2014 by Judy

At my last hypnotherapy session, I opened up to talk about the guilt I’ve carried for many years over disappointing my mother because I wasn’t an observant Jew like she was. Continue reading →

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My mother might have died, but for a short while she came back to life again in my memories and heart. I have a lot of pictures to share here, old ones and new ones. I love how pictures can tell a story just like words can. Continue reading →

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SUSAN’S MEMORIAL – PART 2

Posted on March 3, 2014 by Judy

As I prepared myself to sing at the memorial, I hoped Susan could hear me. Continue reading →

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SUSAN’S MEMORIAL – PART 1

Posted on February 27, 2014 by Judy

I realize how blessed I was to know such an incredible woman. But sadly, I wish I had appreciated her more while she was still alive. I might be smiling on the outside, but inside I was crying. Continue reading →