And of course there’s so much music in and around our family. I had a piano during Christmas because it’s obviously useful through the season. There are so many people, songwriters, who are around.
Meaning of the quote
In this quote, Ashley Judd is talking about how music is a big part of her family's life. She had a piano at home during Christmas because it was helpful for the holiday season. Judd also mentions that she knows many songwriters who spend time with her family.
About Ashley Judd
Ashley Judd is an acclaimed American actress with a career spanning over three decades. She comes from a family of performing artists, with her mother Naomi Judd and half-sister Wynonna Judd being country music singers. Judd has also been heavily involved in global humanitarian efforts and political activism.
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