Judy’s Birthday Blog

Today is my birthday. I'm sharing this with you, but not because I want to get a thousand e-cards (and please - no singing stripper telegram; it's awkward.) The reason I'm sharing this very personal info is that, I -- usually not so vulnerable Judy -- have been filled with appreciation for all the people who are on this list, because so many of you have affected the course of my life in some positive way. You might be a standup student who took my workshop years ago, my high school drama teacher, my publisher, my plumber, my speaker bureau, my pharmacist, or something else that defies description. But however you might be described, I felt the need to reach out because this particular birthday is a landmark one.  When my mother passed away, it was too soon, and very unexpected.  And this birthday makes me older than my mother was when she died. That's a very weird sensation.  It's made me fully aware how short life can be, and that now, I'm living in the bonus round.  That's filled me with deep appreciation for the time I've spent with you.  (Well... most of you.) We all live like we have an unlimited amount of time.  But sadly -- we don't.  Time is a gift that I'm suddenly all too aware of. So, if you have any dreams --- do something about them now.  Stop waiting.  You don't have forever, and while that might seem a little scary -- if you choose to really start living - it's pretty damn exciting. Judy PS - This blog has no ads, and nothing to buy.  Let's face it:  you spent all your money on Black Friday.  Give your wallet a rest.