Tag Archives: mother’s illness

ALL YOUR STRENGTH IS IN ME

Posted on September 27, 2013 by Judy

Was her death is imminent? In a few days I would know. It seemed possible that she could recover as she had many times before. But she was certainly not going to live forever. My mother was weak, tired and frail. In my heart, perhaps it was time. Continue reading →

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HOLD ON TO EACH DAY

Posted on September 12, 2013 by Judy

Today, every minute of my day was touching and carried meaning for me. Continue reading →

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I’M READY TO LIVE ON MY OWN – PART 2

Posted on September 6, 2013 by Judy

When I started my blog, I had no idea where my journey would lead. But there was a moment when everything changed. It began with new song lyrics. My song “The Unknown” was so painful for me that I became physically ill. How was it possible that a song could actually change the direction of my life?
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YOU’RE NOT THE ONE – PART 2

Posted on August 25, 2013 by Judy

I realize that I had no idea what it meant to find “the one.” I married when I was twenty and until this year I never lived on my own. I am certain I was far too young to have gotten married. I stayed married when the odds were against it. I stuck with my decision for 31 years and celebrate the beautiful children that my husband and I created together. Continue reading →