The loss of my close and wonderful cousin has awaken me to how little time we spend here on earth. how important it is to stay in touch with each other. carol and i had a special bond that last forever. even thought we were miles apart and years apart from seeing each other, we managed to stay in touch. there was laughter and sad times exchanged on the phone, but always she managed to laugh and say a prayer for me and my family. she is gone but her memories will stay with me forever.