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CHILDHOOD DISAPPEARS

Posted on May 23, 2010 by Judy

“Only Tears” represented a sense of finality for me about a chapter in my life that was ending. I knew it well when I wrote the song, and sharing the song with my friends that were leaving on world travels made the song even more poignant. My song was a goodbye to my college friends. It was also a goodbye to singing and songwriting, as well. Continue reading →

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JASON MEANT “HEALER” – PART 1

Posted on May 20, 2010 by Judy

For me to enter a hospital so soon after my son had died following heart surgery was a huge challenge. Still, I manage to navigate a huge medical center to find her and her son. I stayed with her while her son had that surgery.
I think that was truly one of my most difficult days. I overcame my grief knowing that I was doing something where Jason would have been proud of me.
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MY MUSICAL LIFE

Posted on May 20, 2010 by Judy

I love music and my rediscovery of it has been very recent. I started this writing blog about in February, and at that time I had only begun to avidly play my guitar again after 30 years. I have decided to begin to share my recent music. Continue reading →

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BY GEORGE, SHE’S GOT IT!

Posted on May 16, 2010 by Judy

When I found the ad at the bottom of my drawer, I was thrilled. I called George and set up an appointment. I described myself as a music lover from the 70’s. I used Carol King, as an example. She wrote songs, and she didn’t have a “killer voice.” I told him, “It’s not too late, baby!”
I was talking about myself. I am hoping there’s still a chance for a 50-year-old woman like me to succeed!
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