Thoughts, Poems & Prayers

My dearest Carmen...You  are in my thoughts everyday, it's almost like you're around me all the time...I love the feeling that it gives me...I read your letters you sent to me and I think about the spring break we spent together...You are greatly missed sweetie and I Love you...

Always,

Auntie Peaches

A better place

As the holidays pass and I see that you are nothere, your spirit is still among us everyday ofthe year. Why did you have to go so soon? My tearsflow slowly that forefill he room. But my tears is replaced with smiles, and smiles is replaced with joy as i know that your have no pain, no worry in heaven... A better place, which we all will soon cross that road and meet you again... I love you and miss you, you're in my prayers till the end!!!

Love your cousin, Dino

THREE YEAR CONFESSION.......

Hey Carmen, I know you are there and I am here, you are in Glory, and I am more proud of you than anything. You did what you did in 17 years, boy do I have some things to get cracking on. Its been three years and it is still hard to believe you are gone. Yes, just like Felicia I have done some things that you would not be proud of and for that I apologize and ask your forgiveness, you always bragged about me and I still want you to be proud of me. Things and relationships with family and friends are so different now that you are gone, that makes me realize how much of an impact you had while you were here. I sometimes sit back and wonder how different life would be if you were still here. Then I have to realize how selfish of me, but I get like that from time to time. You couldn't stay any longer, you life was lived and your departure preordained by GOD, so we all have to push forward in our destinies. You know, your departure has showed me things about myself good and bad, and I'm convinced if you had not left it would have taken me years longer to discover things about Mechelle that I had to get straight with GOD. For that I say THANK YOU. Your death has brought me life more than you can imagine.

I STILL CRY, no it doesn't always show on the outside but inside I cry. I remember a lot of things we shared together and I will find myself laughing and other times crying. You are truly missed and my heart is full of love for you. Carmen I'm still trying and pushing forward, no I am not perfect but I owe you and GOD the best of me, and that is what I keep in my heart and mind now. Others may not understand me, but God knows and I know you know. You are my guardian angel, and I promise I will not take myself somewhere that is not lead by GOD and the HOLY GHOST. Oh...one more thing, this summer I worked as a counselor at a summer program and had to minister during one friday chapel. GOD led me to share with the children your life, because they needed to understand how they can serve GOD now, in there youngness and walk out their destiny. It was hard, I cried but as I talked more I got stronger and I know that was you thru the HOLY GHOST comforting me. That day, those kids lives change so much that at the end of the summer program one young man named me as the counselor that impacted him the most that summer and he referenced that chapel service, and said now he understood the importance of living his life for GOD! His life is changed all because of you and he didn't know you......THANK YOU! Your life is a true testiment to the power of GOD, through the struggles, rebellion, test and trials you always had GOD, and then you discovered who you were IN HIM! That is when we walk in the true power of who we are, knowing who GOD is allows us to tap into the true power that is inside of us. You found that and became even greater once you made up in your mind to after everything that GOD preordained for your life. Well, I'll go now, I LOVE YA KID! and as you look down on me from here on out know that you will be proud to have a sister named Mechelle.

 

 

Reminiscence Of An Angel
Written By: Felicia Campbell
Copyright 2002©
Inspired By and Dedicated to:
Carmen Marie Campbell
9.23.02
Something about the way life has changed since you been gone! Carmen some strange and ridiculous things have been going on. I know that you're not proud of some of the things that I have done, Or proud of the way relationships have failed with other ones. But it's life, not heaven, I'm convinced we're living hell. Before we get to where you are, I know it, I can tell! I feel that things would be so different, if you were still here. I know your life would be on track, positioned in the right gear. I miss you Carmen! I really do, even though I cry less. I'll never get over it, but I'm dealing with, I guess. That's what you call it when you try to get over something quick. But it always take too long, like diminishing; candle wicks. I pray about it, sometimes I think all I have is prayer. I turn to prayer whenever it seems that nothing else is there. But you're there Carmen. Just not the way I wish for you to be. I wish I could see you face to face and you see me. There's nothing so important in this world that takes my mind to other dimensions and completely pushes you behind. Because you're bigger than this world, bigger than life itself. Bigger than friends, parties, money, mansions, serenity, health...Because none of that matters when it's all said and done. Making it to heaven is only when you've truly won. That's a lovely thought being in those clouds with you. The only thing that matters, the only thing that's true. Reminiscence of you is always present, despite how long it's been. I'm making it to heaven, I promise you I'm going to win! Because when this world disintergrates and all it's sin has shattered, I'll be right there in heaven with you, 'cause that's all that matters. I Love You.
Carmen looking down upon us as the year go by Do you see the life you are missing way up from the sky.Can we compare it page for page. It been said life is better on the other side. Where there's no hurt or sorrows only smiles of gladness gets you by We miss you dear Carmen down here on earth Where pain and sadness by others truly hurt The world was shatter 9/11 as well think of those families scorn for life by strangers And yet our own love ones hurt us as well We must endure the pain however God says for they know not now what they do, But he will always see us through So know this day and every one that pass You are truly miss sharing my rainbow blist Auntie Lynne
Dear Carmen, I feel your presence around me all the time. We shared something special together and I want to thank you for allowing me to be your crutch when you needed a shoulder to cry on. You are still missed by many and Loved by all. I dedicate this site to you to keep your friends and family close to you.
I Love you dearly, Auntie Peaches

Happy 20th Birthday Carmen
July 17th 2002

My Loving Carmen, Happy Birthday - I Love You and miss you so much. There's not a day go by that I don't think about you, or see your face, or something you said or did that reminds me of you. 3 years has gone by and in my heart it seem like yesterday. I thank GOD for allowing me to birth you and have you in my life for 17 years. I am proud to be your mother. You have touched many lives while you were here, and still touching lives til this day. Its hard without you here, but I hang onto GOD, faith and his word and all the memories you left us with. Thank You for the pure heart and true love of a daughter. Love Always, Your Loving Mother, Jo Jones -Leopardqueen21


Carmen, I miss you a lot. You were the first one to call me Bo Daddy and it really means a lot to me. You brought a lot of joy in our life and we will never forget that. I am taking good care of your mama.
Love always Bo Daddy (Bobby Jones)

I'm searching for answers, Lord knows I've cried so many tears. I can't believe that it has been 3 years, and still Life goes on, but you know it's all about you. No more pain, I keep my head up, everyday, so I can get through. I picture you smiling, and you know my thoughts are with you. I picture you smiling Carmen, everyday the light shines through.

Love You Always, Auntie Peaches


I Salute You
My cousin Carmenita Marie Campbell was a very bright aspect into everybody's lives. She gave me the strength to go on in my time of trouble. It seems like yesterday when we were at my grandmothers house chilling and doing what we always do (Having Fun).All my cousins know that I love them with all my heart but Carmenita had a certain aura brought to my life. Baby girl I know you are looking down on me from heaven with our father, but you took a large piece of my heart and soul with you. When I make it singing you will be honored and as the Colonel "I salute you."

Love Always & 4 ever... Jason Anderson

Spread Your Wings
I see she's been missed by many. Our hearts are filled with joy, and giving props to the Auntie (Peaches) that started this site only to help us heal to the flight. You see, this is good therapy, help us realize we don't get the chance to frown, only to know that this kind of love the devil cant stand!! The "Anderson" blood undoubtfully strong will one day carry us home. So we'll see you again Carmen my dear. Keep your wings around us in this coming year. Let God know from time to time you want to come down, we'll feel your presence as you fly by....... Spread your wings, glide down to see the ones who miss you and go back to thee. Take this prayer with you, can you deliver for me? Lord I ask of you not much just a home in your Kindgom of Angels as you sit at your Throne....

Auntie Lynne

Carmen
Cause you are bright, full of sunshine, giving, gave love and loved by many
And God smiled, looked down and made his call for a special child to enter his Kingdom Come.
Run,Carmen run, through the heavens where you long to be tip toeing through his kingdom that watched over thee.....
Meanwhile,as you ponder, look down and see me with tears and smiles on my face as I reminisce in thoughts of you.
Everlasting life has been enstored for you. So I ask, be my angel now. Watch and hold on til God considers me.
Never will I speak of you as if you're not here, my heart, mind is full of your love I hold my dear Angel 'til we meet. Love Auntie Lynne.
I'll Miss You
Carmen will be missed by me and all who knew her, she is truly a very special, a very beautiful, and thoughtful young lady, I will miss you always!!

Uncle Joe

Rain Of Tears
As I look at the sky and the sky is clear, I know that my cousin is near, dear to my heart as she feel no pain, in a better place, she shed her tears down to us in rain, I feel pain that she's not here, but we will meet again maybe soon or maybe in a year or whenever my time will come. I miss my cousin so much with every day passes, but her memory lives on.....I love you family.... MISS YOU CARMEN....

Dino

A Better Place
Although I didn't get the chance to spend a lot of time with Carmen and her family, she will be missed. It is always tough to lose a loved one so soon. We know she is in a better place and will remain in our hearts forever. Jay, Carol, and Jordan

Your Love is like a fountain
Carmen, you left us sad & lots and lots of tears were shed. We are better now. Your love for us is like a fountain that never stop running. Christ took a bud just beginning to blossom out. You had planned so much in such a short time. Sometimes I think you said, "God, I surrender all to you." You put your books aside, rolled your clothing and stacked your shoes and smiled for awhile, and the sky was blue, the raindrops glistened like diamonds and I know you let your light shine. Sleep on Carmen. We shall all meet again some day, somewhere....

Love, Big Mama Eula

Being the oldest of my mothers children, I had the privelege of watching Carmenita grow into a beautiful woman. I am thankful to God that I had a relationship with her. We argued, talked, love one another and was always there for one another. My heart rejoices to know that she is in the Kingdom Of God praising our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. I cry daily, missing her dearly. Everything that I do now reminds me of her in one way or another. I believe that is just her way of letting me know that she is around and will be in my heart forever. She was born, raised, laughed, cried, made many friends, loved everyone and left an impresion that can never be erased in the hearts of everyone that knew her. She was Gods special ANGEL on assignment specifically for the City of Lagrange and Lagrange High School. September 23, 1999 God smiled on my sister and said "Well done my good and faithful servant, Well done".-To my sister Carmen-Because of you Carmen, I Love a lot more and make sure I smile at everyone, not that I was not doing it before, but you have taught me that in my smile, in love and communication I can change lives. I live each day to the fulliest not knowing what tomorrow holds, understanding that what matters is what I do now. You taught me that. You taught me that no matter what life throws you , I can still stand on Gods word, that my problems are not greater that someone elses but they are mine to learn from, to change from and grow. Thank you Carmen for everything that you taught me. When you look on me from heaven I want to bring a smile to your face that lets you know that I'm giving my best in everything I do and say. To you Carmen, I say that I love you and miss you, I anxiously await the day to see you again. You are my sister, my friend, my heart, the one I would die for and go to the ends of the earth for. As long as I live everyone will know about you.
Love Always Your Sister, Mechelle

A Christmas Present

I thought of you for Christmas,
You know the reason of this day
you're bless to share it with Jesus,
I do in my own special way.
So while you walk around heaven
please let it be known, That I miss
you here with us this day on
Christmas morn.

Love Auntie Lynne


Merry Christmas

Missing you everyday
especially at times like this
If I had only one wish
you'd be on my xmas list.

Love You Much,
Auntie Peaches

REST IN PEACE

Carmen, your death was shocking to me as it was to everyone else. I had a lot of friends to die, but no cousin as close to you in my family. I miss you and I hope that we will be able to reunite once again.

REST IN PEACE
Love from your cousin,Tamieka

Has not been long since since God pick you. To delight his heavenly skies. My thoughts of you have not fade as this short time pass by. My Grandbaby I love you, had the chance to watch you grow into the lady I knew you would become to be. From a teacher Your (mother) You made her so very proud And I too miss and love you everyday that passes by. Happy Birthday

Big Mama

I kiss your picture from time to time It's in my eye sight, my favorite room when I pass by. Some times the radio play our happy song (There's a rainbow in my heart) whom ever the passage in my car at the time,I shout out loud that's me and my carmen song. In those words as I sing along I hear your voice, see your face as the tears follow along. I miss you carmen like so many others. Your mother, I share her pain. So this year is another event of trials and tribulations from your absent.

Love Auntie Lynne

Wishing you a Happy 19th Birthday Carmen. I know you are shinning as bright as the midnight STAR. I LOVE and miss you very much.

Always, Auntie Peaches

Happy Birthday Sweetheart

Spring Break
You're an ANGEL Carmen......


Angelic soul. Always shined. Sweet spirited. Always kind. You have your wings. You're spreading love. You're the chosen one, from above.
Merry xmas Carmen.....
Love Always,
Auntie Peaches

Hello Carmen, I think about the times we spent together during spring break. We had a lot of laughs and talked about so many things. I look forward to spring break every year because in some way, you are with me.
HAPPY 19th BIRTHDAY

Love Danielle

Your picture hangs above my window. I watch you as I enter my room, and you watch me as I exit. We will always be together mentally & spiritually.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY CARMEN
Love, your cousin, Frankie

For 2 years now, you have been missed very much. I'm sure you are spreading your wings with your angelic smile and making your presence be known in your own way. I read your letters all the time, I miss you.

Love, Auntie Peaches


ITS BEEN A LONG TIME....WELLL ITS ME THE ONE THAT HASN'T WRITTEN
ANYTHING. CRYSTAL. I KNOW ITS BEEN A LONG TIME BUT I FEEL THAT ITS TIME. I
LOOKED AT CARMEN NOT ONLY AS A COUSIN BUT AS A SISTER. BASICALLY LOVING
THE SAME THINGS AND GETTING INTO A LITTLE TROUBLE HERE AND THERE. BUT
THERE WAS NOTHING THAT STOOD IN HER WAY. I CAN RECALL THE TIMES SITTING
IN HER ROOM GOIN BACK AND FORTH RECITING POEMS OR MAKIGN THEM LATE IN
THE NIGHT. THAT WAS MY GIRL. HER DEATH WAS A TRAGEDY AS WELL AS A SHOCK.
BUT WE ALL KNOW THAT SHE IS IN A BETTER PLACE. ITS NOT A DAY THAT GOES
BY THAT I DON'T SEE HER. HER PICTURE HANGS GRACEFULLY ON MY WALL. I
PRAY FOR HER ALL THE TIME. SO I DEDICATE THIS TO CARMEN.

"A CLOSE BOND"


YOU HAVE GONE TO A BETTER PLACE WHERE YOUR HEART AND SOUL WILL NEVER
ACHE. YOUR MIND IS FREE LIKE THE ANGELS IN THE SKY. YOU SING A NOTE THAT
MAKES THE DOVES CRY. YOUR LAUGHTER AND GRACE SHINES BRIGHT LIKE THE RAY
OF SUN. CARMEN YOU WERE TRULY NUMBER ONE. AND THOUGH YOU ARE NOT
FORGOTTEN YOU ARE ALWAYS IN MY HEART, A COUSIN THAT IS MISSED DEARY, WE WILL
NEVER PART.

I LOVE YOU CARMEN.....CRYSTAL
Hi carmen, I miss you a lot.. Happy Birthday Cant wait till I get 19 I Love you very much.....Patricia