I have been trying to process the sad news in my mind. My dear friend Minako died, and so young.She was such a bright, joyful thing ...so full of energy and smiles. Strangely, she was my first thought when we got to Tokyo for the tour.... it had been some time since we were in touch, and I wanted to try to see her. I knew only that she was not well, and I sent her a message, via her management company, hoping I would hear from her personally. Only when I got back home to England did I find out she had passed away. I don't know if my message was too late ...and feel so much sadness and regret. I don't think I will be able to listen to Golden Days for a while. The memory of recording with her is so warm and strong, though it was, I guess, a long time ago.
But the sadness of her family must be so much worse. My heartfelt condolences to her folks ... Minako was a little angel. Sometimes the world is such a sad place. I will be praying that her bright spirit is inhabiting a sunnier place.