They say it takes a village to raise a child. Garnelle, an elder cousin on my father’s side, was a major part of my village. It saddens me to say that it has been 2 weeks since her passing. I can only hope that a portion of her exuberance and camaraderie will live on through me.

Things I never want to forget:

• Word searches to pass the time.
• Soap operas: The Bold and the Beautiful, Guiding Light
• Divorce Court and Judge Mathis
• That small McDonald’s coffee
• Her outlook on life, 🙃.

‘Til we meet again, Garnelle. You are sorely missed… 🕊.