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NO ORDINARY PRINCESS – PART 4

Posted on December 22, 2014 by Judy

Suddenly, there was a loud knock at my door. It was my youngest son! I shouted, “DO NOT COME IN!” Continue reading →

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I believe that humor is a wonderful coping mechanism and I look for it, especially when I’m overwhelmed. Over the past few weeks even though I was faced with some intense challenges, there were many moments when I was heartily laughing out loud. Continue reading →

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THE WALLS YOU’VE BUILT

Posted on August 29, 2014 by Judy

A few weeks ago, I was in a very low place and wrote a story. It is a story about trying to get out of Hell in order to find a way back to Heaven. The good news is that I am on my way! Continue reading →

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PAINFUL WORDS

Posted on August 26, 2014 by Judy

I performed “Misunderstood” last night at Kulak’s Woodshed. This was my first performance in seven months. I hadn’t felt like being in front of an audience due to my eye problems. But I did it! Continue reading →

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MISUNDERSTOOD-PART 1

Posted on August 19, 2014 by Judy

My son has no idea that I wrote this song. What emerged from our conflict, were many feelings related to the divorce that had been suppressed. It seems like sharing here is the antithesis of being misunderstood. I feel understood now. Continue reading →

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NO ORDINARY PRINCESS – PART 1

Posted on July 28, 2014 by Judy

Seeing myself as a Princess allowed me to write feelings I might not have been able to express in any other way. Unfortunately, there is a dark side to my Princess metaphor – the Dragon. Continue reading →

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TRANSFORMING MY LIFE

Posted on July 16, 2014 by Judy

For me, being under hypnosis is like drifting through clouds. I’ll hear music, see colors and am totally serene. When I awaken I am very refreshed and energized. Continue reading →

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IT’S NOT MINE

Posted on June 30, 2014 by Judy

My dedication to singing is completely driven by a desire to fully express my feelings. Singing is the one area of my life where I have felt free to do that. Continue reading →

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I’M THANKFUL FOR LIFE

Posted on June 13, 2014 by Judy

When I am ready, perhaps you will be gone, but never gone from my heart. Wherever you are, I will know that you are waiting, listening and shining a light for me. Continue reading →

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I’M SOARING FREE

Posted on June 12, 2014 by Judy

My eyes were closed but I grinned and said, “I guess if I enjoy the experience of being touched then I think I’ll need to get massages more often!” Continue reading →