It is times like these I reflect on my own interaction with people on a day to day basis. I wonder how I would have felt if someone reached out to me for help and I ignore resulting in suicide how would I feel. I have had encounters such as this when I open a message that states “ I am so depressed I feel like I am going to kill myself, nothing I do seems to work out I cannot take anymore”. What do I do? I spring into action. At the end of the day week month or however long it takes, after seeking professional assistance and follow up I feel satisfied that I did my best to assist this person.

The most frightening message I received was from a high school girl I had known while working at a school in the corporate area. Shortly after I left that job she sent me a message “ Miss I miss the times you use to spend listening to me, I feel like I don’t want to live anymore. My father doesn’t understand me, no body does” she went on to explain a lot of things that were bothering her. I am happy to report she did complete sixth form, graduated with second class honours from University of the West Indies and is now working. Every chance she gets she tells me thanks. These moments are humbling moments for me; these are the moments I remember when I am at my lowest. Some how God is always placing me in this position and I am grateful.

Queen Karyn  today I salute you. You are a true queen. I pray that your legacy will live on forever. I pray that women everywhere will continue to believe in themselves and their purpose and wear their skin very proudly.  Rest in peace my queen.