My Life in Pictures! #6

A picture of yourself and a family member.

This is my cousin on my father's side. When growing up we lived about an hour apart and were able to see each other frequently. During the summers we would spend time together at one anothers homes, we kept ourselves entertained by counting specific color cars when visiting our grandparents, we giggled together and told each other secrets.

Then ...... suddenly distance came between us. Life got in our way - as it does from time to time - and we lost touch with one another.

She started a career in the Air Force - I started a career in education.

She moved all over the world - I stayed in one place.

We spoke briefly on 9/11/2001. She was in the Pentagon when the plane hit. I was able to get her phone number and discovered she was safe. We spoke briefly but then went about our own lives again.

We were reunited by a quirky set of events this past summer after 30 years and discovered we only live a couple of hours apart! We met for lunch and a few months later for dinner where I was able to introduce her to my son and husband. It warms my heart to know that we're back in touch!