Usually when somebody dies, I don't think
about where they are going or what happens to them
because I just want to forget, but Monique I will never
forget. I don't know where she is but I know she is in
the hearts and minds of a lot of people. My mind has
flooded with memories of her and every time I see her, I
see her beautiful smile. It is amazing how detailed every
memory is. I can remember things I haven't thought about
in years. I can hear her voice on the phone. I can see
her twisting her hair over and over again. I can hear her
smacking her lips as she eats spaghetti with honey. I can
hear her shrieking when she saw a bug.
I can remember turning around and having to prepare
myself as she came running to jump on my back.
Monique was a very strong-willed person. Her generosity
and general concern for others' well being was noticed by
all. Her creativity was also well recognized. My dear,
sweet, beautiful Monique. I love you. I always will and I
know you want me to smile right now so I will even though
my heart aches. I will smile for you forever. I love you.