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About 6 years ago, I discovered The Missing Peace, which is sung by Judy Malloy and written by Ron Melrose. It’s a 2-CD, one-woman musical with many voices, all of which belong to Judy.

This album pulled me through some stressful times when I originally discovered it, but then I put it aside for several years. Since I’ve been going through more difficult transitions lately, though, I pulled it out again today and gave it a listen. Rediscovering this CD is like remembering what the world looks like from the top of a mountain — it’s breathtaking and indescribable. The most I can do is tell you how to get there.

A poet I once knew always said you must ask two questions about any work of art or literature: “What is it about? And what is it about?”

The story is a folk tale set on an unnamed Celtic island, and it narrates heroic journey of a young, timid woman setting out to find her mother. On many levels, this story is about the feminine face of God. It’s also about discovery, growth, facing fears, and moving forward in life. It’s truly a spiritual album without choosing a religious path. And it’s about the strength of a woman in a man’s world, so that makes it even better.

The holidays are coming up, so I recommend you add this to either your wishlist or your shopping list. Any woman (or man, really) going through substantial life changes who needs a serious push toward inspiration and comfort will genuinely benefit from this album.

Check it out: Judy Malloy – The Missing Peace