Friday, January 20, 2012

Etta James 1938-2012

The incomparable Etta James died this morning from complications of leukemia. New York Times.

Thank you, Etta. You gave our house a lot of joy.

Bunny bonding with Etta, January 2006.

5 comments:

  1. My most powerful memory of her music is watching you and my brother dance at your wedding... at last. Rest in Peace, Etta.

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  2. I loved Etta James' music. It sounds like she had a tough struggle with drugs and life in general. I hope her music was a gift to her as it was to all of us.

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  3. Diana, that was a great day. It's nice to have great music associated with milestones. And great people!

    Brenda, that's a really lovely thought. I hope her gift helped ease some of the pain she felt in life, and that she eventually found some peace. I hope you are well.

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  4. It seems so many who are gifted creatively struggle with drug abuse, fitting in or whatever. I loved her song "At Last." What a cute tribute you've shared here, Cyn. Thank you!

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  5. Hi Nancy,

    It was such a lovely memory, Bunny was enthralled with her. We'll miss her.

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