The news of Etta James' terminal illness brings all of us blues women to the reality of our own mortality. It is with a heavy heart, love, admiration and sympathy for what she suffers that I right this. WE are praying that she fully recovers.
In the event she doesn't this is a personal letter for Etta. It's sent to give her comfort and peace of mind.
Dear Ms. James,
Ms Etta, please know how much you are loved by all of us blues women. You've inspired many despite your struggles and your voice and accomplishments will never be forgotten. Your voice, your song,
"At Last," will always be my favorite love song of all time. I have sang it many times always paying you tribute and in honor of you.
You are in my prayers, dear Etta. May Angels surround you and God's love embrace you. May you know peace, love and happiness on the other side of the veil. Having been there once myself and sent back, I can tell you first hand that heaven is a wonderful place full of love. Please don't be afraid, dear lady. There is nothing to fear and only your dear friends, God's love and thousands of Angels to embrace you.
We are holding you in prayer daily. I wish we had the power to ease your suffering and pain. We love you, dearly. Please know in your heart, how much and by how many you are loved.
With Love and Respect,
Teressa "BluesBabe" Brewer
President
International Women in Blues
