Tag Archives: overcoming challenges

IN EVERY SMILE – PART 3

Posted on June 30, 2026 by Judy

“In Every Smile” is a song that embraces smiles, laughter and love. It is how I want to be thought of – not simply after I’m gone, but in the present. Continue reading →

Posted in Biographical | Tagged courageous, healing, healing music, In Every Smile, Insight Timer, inspiring, Ledges State Park, meditation music, meditation songs, Morpho butterfly, mother daughter, overcoming challenges, uplifting | 15 Comments

I knew I’d write about my ocean experience and kept trying to come up with a good title. The first idea that came to me was “fragile warrior” and it really fit. I was definitely fragile.
But there was a lot of strength inside me that I could be proud of!
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Posted in Biographical | Tagged courageous, fragile, inspiring, La Jolla, ocean swim, old friends, overcoming challenges, reconnecting with an old friend, swimmer | 17 Comments

I’VE KEPT MY SMILE THROUGH IT ALL

Posted on August 18, 2024 by Judy

I have been able to deal with challenges because I continue to smile. Occasionally, there are tears. I allow them, because I don’t want to deny any of my feelings anymore. Continue reading →

Posted in Healing and Hope | Tagged acoustic guitar, composing, creativity, Friendship, guitar, healing music, heartfelt, hope, hope for healing, in the past, Insight Timer, inspiration, inspiring, keep smiling, Live stream, loss, lyric writing, lyrics, music and healing, music healing, optimism, optimism after loss, original songs, overcoming challenges, performing, songwriting, staying positive, uplifting | 18 Comments

Father’s Day 2023

Posted on June 17, 2023 by Judy

On this Father’s Day, I remember my dad and am grateful for how much he loved me. His influence and devotion to his grandson was remarkable =. Even though he has been gone 11 years, his love continues to shine brightly. Continue reading →