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A NEW PATHWAY – PART 1

Posted on December 21, 2022 by Judy

This past year, my path encountered a new twist. As if rediscovering the music I loved as a teenager wasn’t enough, I have rediscovered something else that I also loved doing when I was young. I am drawing mazes again! Continue reading →

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CRYSTAL OCEANS – PART 3

Posted on November 3, 2018 by Judy

I have chosen not to feel disappointed that my life didn’t follow the same script as this heartwarming video. If I thought about my song that way, I could feel sad. Instead, I am bursting with pride that I followed my dream to embrace music again after so many years of sadness. Continue reading →

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THAT MOMENT WHEN – PART 1

Posted on April 8, 2018 by Judy

Next week, I am going to embark upon an adventure because I am having one of my songs filmed for a music video. It is truly a dream come true and nothing I ever imagined I’d be doing at the age of 58! Continue reading →

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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’M SO THANKFUL

Posted on December 5, 2014 by Judy

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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MY DREAM – PART 2

Posted on August 11, 2014 by Judy

My dream definitely illuminates the darkness in my life. Unfortunately, my eyes have continued to be a curtain for me. I love to dream of when that curtain opens someday. 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 →