What a marvelous friendship you had with Vicki, and what a great loss for you, Simon. You write the best stories of your life adventures, and this one brought tears to my eyes. God bless you for being a wonderful friend to a wonderful lady!
What a lovely tribute to a deep friendship. Vicki agreed to meet me when I was in New York, researching a book about 'big' (her word) torch singers. She was sweet, kind and generous with her time. Self-deprecating and funny about how you wrote the lyrics to YDHTSYLM! We stayed in touch for a while via fax, and then I met her again at a press showing of Serena Cross's Dusty documentary - another happy memory. Oddly, she'd worked in the same office as my mum at Cassell the publisher, pre-music career. My mum's abiding memory was being bemused when this attractive young woman came in one morning and set about cutting - or rather, hacking - her own fringe with the office scissors. Much sympathy on the loss of such a dear friend.
So beautiful, immensely sad and joyful at the same time, thank you for sharing it with us all, and once again deep condolences for your loss. Now we know it is humanity's loss too ❤️
Wonderful stories about a wonderful woman Simon. The image of Vickie sprawled in a bed of petunias will never leave me. Thank you for sharing ❤️
A sad day indeed. A bond like this is so deep; you must be devastated. Much love from Suzy and I.
Hilarious and moving. Thank you for sharing and condolences on your loss 🧡
You tell'em Simon!
As always, a great story and clearly written with such love and affection. How lovely of you to share these amazing tales Simon.
What a marvelous friendship you had with Vicki, and what a great loss for you, Simon. You write the best stories of your life adventures, and this one brought tears to my eyes. God bless you for being a wonderful friend to a wonderful lady!
Beautifully written.
Great story and as ever, great prose too!
Another incredible story Simon. What a life !!
What a beautiful article…
I loved her dearly...she was so kind to me over the years.
Sincere apologies, so terribly sad.
How you carve such beautiful poinant words from a deep sadness is a magic only a few people can wield.
Sending love and hugs
Adam x
She sounds fabulous, what a very special friendship
What a lovely tribute to a deep friendship. Vicki agreed to meet me when I was in New York, researching a book about 'big' (her word) torch singers. She was sweet, kind and generous with her time. Self-deprecating and funny about how you wrote the lyrics to YDHTSYLM! We stayed in touch for a while via fax, and then I met her again at a press showing of Serena Cross's Dusty documentary - another happy memory. Oddly, she'd worked in the same office as my mum at Cassell the publisher, pre-music career. My mum's abiding memory was being bemused when this attractive young woman came in one morning and set about cutting - or rather, hacking - her own fringe with the office scissors. Much sympathy on the loss of such a dear friend.
Thank you for sharing 🥰
So beautiful, immensely sad and joyful at the same time, thank you for sharing it with us all, and once again deep condolences for your loss. Now we know it is humanity's loss too ❤️