Tag Archives: loss

I’M GRATEFUL FOR THE GIFT I WAS GIVEN

Posted on January 1, 2014 by Judy

This story is about my beautiful friendship with Joni whom I’ve known almost my entire life. I definitely will carry wonderful memories from our time together in Yosemite last week. Continue reading →

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MY SOUL I WOULD RESTORE – PART 2

Posted on December 30, 2013 by Judy

I was so thrilled when she said, “Judy, I want you sitting next to me after I have surgery – playing your guitar!” 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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MEANT TO ME – PART 2

Posted on December 20, 2013 by Judy

Today I signed a final agreement resolving all issues related to my divorce after 31 years of marriage. The divorce will become final after 30-60 days. Continue reading →