Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Aunt Carol,
You were such a powerhouse. I always knew that you would know what to do and what to say in any situation. As a kid, your house was the best part of summer, and your parties were the best parties of the year. Your leadership in our family and your care and concern for all of us was tangible.
As I sit here now, in 99 degree heat wearing the snowflake necklace you mailed me during my first snowstorm in Washington, DC, I can just hear your voice and your laugh. We never had to wonder what you were thinking, and I wish you could be here now to tell us what job to do next.
We will miss you, we love you, and I am a better woman because of you.
Love,
Colleen the Bean
