I still have the silver beaded necklace he gave when we went to go visit him and the rest of our family in Oregon. The way he loved his immediate family made me happy. The way he enjoyed the old "geezer" movies made me laugh. I got a kick out of it when a bat flew in his living room while we were visiting them, and he freaked out. After yelling and swatting at his with a shovel or broom, he eventually killed it. Carlos is one of tyhe more geniune cousins that I have. He never felt like he had to impress anyone or anything. He was always himself, or least I thought so.
I will miss him, and I am continually praying for his parents, sister and her kids. I love you guys, and may God bring you peace and may justice be served.
You are such a great friend and wonderful person. I am so sorry that this had to happen to you and your family. I only met Carlos once but I know how special he was to you. Not only was he your brother but he was your best friend and a good one at that.