back , and they helped Aziza up onto her neck to sit . She was smiling so much I thought her face would freeze up . They shut down and let her ride round and round . It was wonderful to see . When she finally got off , she was so happy she squeezed the air out of me .
I went to gladly pay the man for the arrangement we had discussed . He smiled at me and refused any money at all and said it was a gift to her . Aziza talked about that ride on Kitty over and over the years that followed . I was able to fulfill a wish she had and that made us both very happy indeed . A memory that always makes me smile when I think about it . abababab
From Majinga She is not the only friend lost to cancer , and she didn ’ t talk much about having it - she just went on about her life , still doing what she could and enjoying the time she had left . Her character and art remain an inspiration to all those lucky enough to have known her .
Special thanks go to Markie Parker , spouse of Aziza for 30 years , and friend Ravanna ( Marilyn Lane ) for connecting me to some of Aziza ’ s dear friends .
MICHAEL STROUD
Michael Stroud is a best-selling author and performer , and producer of “ The Magique Bazaar ”, the longest-running magic and variety show on the west coast . Having worked with many dancers over the years , he is grateful for those who have shared memories of our good friend Aziza .
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