The Otherside

There is no good time to post this so while I am able to Ill do it now. A friend’s son and his partner (NickyDavy). wrote and produced this and was picked up by Beyoncé for her new Lion king album.  I think it is a beautiful farewell song.  I dont know how much time i have but it is best to do this while i can. Thank you all for being a friend of mine.  We will see each other on the other side.  
This will be my last post




Comments

  1. UnknownJune 26, 2021 at 2:14 PM

    Susan, this is beautiful. Thank you. You have been an example of grace and kindness throughout the years I have known you, but especially as you have gone through this last phase of life. I will miss you, and consider myself so lucky to have known you and worked with you. I think of you often with love.

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  2. Karen Poole-DawkinsJune 26, 2021 at 4:54 PM

    You are an amazing strong loving and beautiful person. I feel fortunate to have met you and to have been your neighbor these past years. You have touched my life! I love you! Peace and love, yes we will see each other on the other side! ❤️

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  3. UnknownJune 27, 2021 at 3:59 AM

    I'm a better person for knowing you Susan. Sending love and hugs 🤗❤

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  4. Jack ShostakJune 28, 2021 at 12:36 PM

    Love you Susan. Just that.
    You rock.

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  5. Rhonda FacileJune 28, 2021 at 12:44 PM

    Dear Susan, The song is beautiful. Thanks so much for sharing it. I can only agree with what the other commenters have said, you are a wonderful person. I feel so privileged to know you both professionally and personally. Professionally your work has touched so many people, including me at CDISC. It did not take long to realize that you and I had a common drive to make things better. As a friend, you are a kind, empathetic and fun (you have a quick wit!). I have so enjoyed our conversations over the years. I won’t say goodbye, Susan. So I’ll leave it at see you later, my friend. Hug from Rhonda

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  6. UnknownJune 28, 2021 at 7:27 PM

    I've greatly admired the work you've done. That work could only be done by treating people with kindness and respect and bringing them together. Thank you. I'm glad you're not in pain and wish you peace.

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