Tag Archives: musical passion

AT THIS VERY MOMENT

Posted on October 13, 2021 by Judy

I celebrate many things. At the top of my list is my health. I can see well enough to drive, paint and play tennis. I can sing my heart out to a loving audience anytime I want to. I have amazing children whom I adore. All three are close to me, despite the physical distance with two of them. My deceased son, Jason, continues to live on in my music and songs. Continue reading →

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AMONG HER TREASURED MEMORIES

Posted on May 27, 2021 by Judy

Treasured memories sustain me and my sweet story is filled with metaphors. Camellia flowers remind me of my beautiful blossoming daughter. The life cycle of hummingbirds are touching, as I watch my three children spread their wings and fly. It is simply a joy to share my heart musings, imagery and songs. Continue reading →

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SOMEONE TO LOVE YOU – PART 3

Posted on February 11, 2020 by Judy

Beyond the love I have for my children, I am practicing self-love. My devotion to following my passion is a gift I have given myself. I am overjoyed that my songs and words have comforted and touched so many people. I have found my way home because of music. The love in my heart takes me there. Continue reading →

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WE HAD TO SAY GOODBYE

Posted on May 7, 2018 by Judy

I waited for the right moment. I chose the songs I had played in her hospital room. I sang my lyrics slowly and carefully so they could be understood. I felt tears falling around me as I sang. Continue reading →

Posted in Grief Stories, Insight Timer | Tagged acoustic guitar, angel in the sky, Angels, blessings, child leaving, comforting a friend, composing, creativity, expressing feelings, Friendship, friendship and grief, friendship and loss, goodbye song, guitar, healing, healing from grief, healing music, Insight Timer, inspiration, inspirational, inspirational life, Judy Unger, loss of a friend, Music, musical inspiration, musical passion, original songs, overcoming grief, passion for music, songwriting, staying positive, writing | 9 Comments

YOU HAVE FLOWN

Posted on January 20, 2018 by Judy

His life journey was diverging from mine as he moved down his own path. I smiled as I pictured a bird flying out of a nest. The momma bird was really happy because suddenly she had a lot more room to move – she had done her job well because her baby bird was flying off to a new life with wonderful possibilities. Continue reading →

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INSIGHT TIMER RECORDING

Posted on June 30, 2017 by Judy

Tomorrow, my recording will be broadcast to the people who signed up for Insight Timer’s 365-Day Playlist (55,000 subscribers). It is a very exciting for me! Continue reading →

Posted in Insight Timer | Tagged acoustic guitar, arrangements, blessings, composing, creativity, expressing feelings, Friendship, guitar, guitar arrangements, healing, healing from grief, healing music, Insight Timer, inspiration, inspirational, inspirational life, Judy Unger, love, lyrics, meditation, meditation music, meditation songs, Music, musical inspiration, musical passion, original songs, overcoming grief, passion for music, rediscovery, Set you free, singing, songwriting, staying positive, writing | 9 Comments

YOUR SMILE, YOUR TOUCH

Posted on May 24, 2017 by Judy

I love butterflies – they represent transformation in many different ways. Butterflies are a great metaphor for grief and healing. Continue reading →

Tagged blessings, composing, creativity, expressing feelings, healing, healing from grief, healing music, inspiration, inspirational, inspirational life, Judy Unger, Music, musical inspiration, musical passion, original songs, overcoming grief, passion for music, songwriting, staying positive, writing | 7 Comments

MY FAIRYTALE LIFE

Posted on May 14, 2017 by Judy

I named my post “My Fairytale Life” because it feels that way lately. On several occasions, I’ve had strangers come over to me and tell me I am shining and radiant with my big smile. Well – I love hearing that and have every reason to smile! Continue reading →

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OPENING UP – PART 3

Posted on April 22, 2017 by Judy

There was a line from Don Maclean’s song “American Pie” that always hit me strongly: “The day the music died.” For me, my music died for almost 30 years. I believe that explains my current passion for having my songs recorded. It is my way of keeping them alive, of having them live on. Continue reading →