An Adventurous Woman's Fight Against Cancer

I am saddened to report that Carol passed on Friday, December 26th. She was a wonderful person, colleague, friend. The RD article captured her adventuresome spirit and warm personality. She will be missed.

Sallie, thank you so much for writing you and Carol's story. I don't know either of you, but I know the winding path that you follow. Two years ago I learned way more about cancer than I ever wanted to know. On November 22nd I climbed into my friends bed and held her while she took her last breath. We had been best friends for 31 years. I will miss her every day for the rest of my life.

Thank you, Sallie, for such a beautiful tribute to a woman who has been an inspiration to many of us. Her grace and wisdom, together with her spirit of adventure, have given my family and I many lovely memories. We, too, love her very much.

Carol is one of the most awesome woman I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. She is calm in nature and resilient in all that she does. Thank you Sallie for writing such a beautiful touching story!

Congratulations on a beautiful friendship, Carol and Sallie. Your story reinforces what life is about! Continue to meet it head-on! My best friend of 51 years and I have both had cancer. Yes, life is dangerous, but the way we challenge it is what makes it an adventure!

Those of us who know Carol understand her spirit, and understand that she will live life to the fullest, no matter how long that might be.

A true statement to friendship and the power of faith.

What a powerful story. Thank you for sharing and for your bravery.