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HOW I LIVED WITHOUT YOU

Posted on January 29, 2011 by Judy

All this week, a melancholy feeling enveloped me as the melody to my song; “You Were There” kept looping in my head. Although I was in the process of recording another song, the music invaded my soul. However, my sadness wasn’t just about my mother’s situation. An “anniversary of the heart” was approaching. The date of Cheryl’s death was February 1st, and it would be two years since she died of breast cancer. The title for this post comes from my song “Just a Tune,” which I wrote for Cheryl. Continue reading →

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YOU WERE THERE-PART 1

Posted on January 25, 2011 by Judy

Although I try, I just can’t say goodbye
to someone who’s loved me all of my life
I might be sad, and when you’re not there
I’ll still see your love everywhere
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I’VE ALWAYS KNOWN I’M NOT ALONE

Posted on January 22, 2011 by Judy

The title for this post comes from my new and upcoming song, You Were There. This new song carries the melody of my instrumental song, Farewell. This past week, the lyrics for my upcoming song flowed out from me. Although I did write my song “Alone” before experiencing grief, the absolute truth is that I have never been alone. The love from my mother always enveloped me in safety and comfort.
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MUSIC BECOMES MY TRUE COMPANION

Posted on January 14, 2011 by Judy

I think that for the last, thirty years I assumed my music was “gone forever.” It has taken a lot of energy for me to remember all my songs. I lost a few, but it has been very exciting to “reinvent” even the ones that I thought were lost. By recording my songs, I know that they will never be lost for me again. Even when I’m old and can’t play them anymore – they are there for me. It has really given so much meaning and purpose to my life, whether or not anyone else appreciates them. Actually, the fact that I’ve received some nice responses has made me happier than I’ve ever imagined!
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