Eddie Keith and Krissy

It turns out that I have 2  first cousins.

My mother had a brother, 

who had two children.

My father was an only child.

I have Eddie Keith

and Kristian.

I am sorry to say that I haven't seen Kristian, since I was about 10.

So, when I found out that she died this week,

I couldn't help but think,

"How have I lost complete contact with 1 of my 2 cousins?

To be honest, she has alienated herself from all family.

While at a funeral for a co-workers child this week,

--I know, right?  It is has been one of those weeks.--

I found myself thinking about who would take care of her now.

And this picture came clearly into my mind.

We have the same grandparents. --duh-- 

I'll bet, they only saw each other a dozen times.

But the look on my grandfathers face 

says, I will take care of her....always.