I am so very moved by the community's affirmation of how I strive to contribute here. When I found TuD, I found hope and a light at the end of that old Despair Tunnel. Later when I had the honor to meet Manny and Andre and Santi, I realized that I had found a new kind of community; one forged with love and passion and an absolute commitment to helping people.

As a choreographer and performer for all those years, my guiding light was the hope that folks who paid for a ticket and saw the show, would leave the theater with their view of the world altered.

I believe the same about TuD. I hope people come here and go away with their perceptions of reality altered. That they see the world in a more hopeful frame of mind.....

I try to channel the Dalai Lama----"My religion is simple. My religion is kindness."

Thank you all for being there for me all these years. I shall continue to strive to be there for you.....xx000

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Comment by Kathy on February 14, 2013 at 5:48pm

WOOOOOHOOOOOOO Judith!!!!!
I am SO PROUD to have met you and call you my friend. This is bringing tears to my eyes.
Well deserved, young lady!!!!! xoxoxoxoxoxoxo
Beautiful picture.

Comment by Jacob's mom on February 14, 2013 at 6:38pm

judith, so nice, i had that line on my fridge for the longest time from the dali lama i just looked and it is gone lost amidst all the kids school papers i guess, i will have to add a new one i have a deck of quotes from him. there is so much inspiration in Buddhism especially for those trying to understand suffering in there lives, well we all have this! but we also have joy! shine on bright spirit! amy

Comment by Linda G on February 15, 2013 at 3:54am

People we meet, it is my belief, are not there by accident. I am not a supporter of luck, be it good or bad. I am not a disciple of coincidence, for the most part.....but strongly believe that people are placed in our path for a reason.
We have been gifted. I have been given the gift of Judith. This award, to you my dear friend, was also not coincidental or random.
With MUCH love, respect and joy.....
linda

Comment by Trudy on February 15, 2013 at 4:46am

Congratulations on your well-deserved award. These awards were a nice Valentines Day surprise.

Comment by Marie B on February 15, 2013 at 6:16am

We are so fortunate to have you with us, ever spreading the waves of kindness among all members, in their struggles, their triumphs large and small, lending a helping hand to those needing one. I just love that picture of you and Manny. May we continue our journeys here together, together we are stronger! thank you Judith, my friend!

Comment by Pauly on February 15, 2013 at 6:44am

Congratulations, This is a nice post, Pauly

Comment by Manny Hernandez on February 15, 2013 at 8:54am

WOA!!! Remember that photo, Judith? Great times, amiga! We are due to see each other again!!!

Well deserved recognition, amiga!

Comment by Emily Coles on February 15, 2013 at 11:53am

You are well-loved, Judith, and for good reason :)  Thank you so much for being part of this family.

Comment by jrtpup on February 15, 2013 at 12:29pm

Well deserved my friend :) Not much I can add to the earlier post except that everything said reflects what I feel as well! Honored to be your friend Judith!

Comment by Rachel Joy on February 17, 2013 at 10:17pm
You make the world a better place just by being in it. I can't think of anyone who deserves this more than you, Judith. You are such a ounce of light & love& wisdom. Thank you for your friendship. You ate pure & beautiful, and we are all better for knowing you! (and to know you is to love you!)

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