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Carissa Ann "Princess" Swain
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Carissa Swain Obituary
Carissa Ann Swain was born June 5, 1992 in Stepehnville, TX, to Carey Lynn Swain and Hollibeth Swain n/k/a Hollibeth Parham, and big sister Cara Elizabeth Swain. Family meant so much to her, but she had a love for Cara that was so deep & so strong it would never waiver no matter how much they fought, like sisters do. She has a list of "adopted" family members a mile long. And she loved them every one. Carissa's life has been dedicated to serving God, making people happy and having good times with friends and family. Carissa loved everyone with a christian love. She was a mentor to many of her friends. She was such a happy girl. Always smiling and laughing. One giant CSI junkie and ABDC fanatic, but If she couldn't watch either of those, then she would settle for ANTM or Survivor. But, her real joy was spending time with people. If she couldn't be with them, then she was texting them. CONSTANTLY TEXTING........anybody, everybody. She was never without her phone unless she got it taken away, and It is still with her now. Taking her phone from her was really the only thing that would truly get her attention during the few times she needed to be punished. It was so hard to punish that face and that sweet and tender spirit. Us parents aren't the only ones who had a hard time saying "no" to her. Everyone did (except Mr. Wood & Mr. Yeager) haha. She never got over them not letting her out of Mr. Yeager's class.
When most people think of Carissa they think of her hair first, then her eyes. She had the most amazing eyes I have ever seen. BEAUTIFUL. And her hair.............all I can say is wow. She was truly a beautiful girl inside and out. A great student with above average grades, and a great daughter and sister. So full of love. Carissa was also a talented artist. (in her Mom's opinion, anyway)
The one other thing you had to think of when you thought about "Riss" was her best friend Meagan Crocker, or Mea Mea. Those two girls' lives were so intertwined you could barely mention one's name without the other. You rarely saw one without the other. I have heard so many people say that it was fitting that they died together, that one wouldn't have made it without the other. I mostly agree with that, I think that they would not have been the same, but God's stregnth would have pulled either of them through, although it would have been such a difficult thing for either girl. Carissa's love for Meagan was beyond belief. I and many others couldn't even begin to understand the bond that they had that was so strong, it endured through many a disagreement. It was truly a rare type of friendship many of us never even find, and for the lucky ones of who did, it didn't last a lifetime because of circumstances that changed, a physical move or they just grew apart. So, Meagan was like a daughter to me and Carissa was like a daughter to Melissa (Meagan's mom). I think that we each lost two girls that day. So grieving was double for us both, and for so many of the friends that were shared by the two of them. God be with all of us as we endure our lives without the joy they brought to everything they did. God, Carissa & Meagan will all be waiting for us. Believe that.
Born: Jun 05, 1992 in Stephenville, Texas
Died: Feb 15, 2009 in Stephenville, Texas
About: Tolar High School Band Gen-Rev Youth Group FCCLA on & off Basketball "manger"
Obituary
Carissa Ann Swain
Published: Tuesday, February 17, 2009 8:49 AM CST
STEPHENVILLE -- Carissa Ann Swain, 16, a junior at Tolar High School, died Sunday, February 15, 2009.
Services will be 2 p.m. Thursday, February 19, at the Cowboy Church of Erath County with Andy Duncan officiating. Burial will be at Rock Church Cemetery.
Visitation will be 6-8:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 18, at Lacy Funeral Home. Online condolences can be made at www.lacyfuneral.com
She was born on June 5, 1992, in Stephenville. She was a member of the Generations Church in Granbury.
Survivors include her mother, Hollibeth Parham and husband, Robby of Stephenville; her father, Carey Swain and wife, Alatha of Tolar; Paternal Grandparents, Carroll and Alice Swain of Stephenville; four sisters, Cara Swain Hernandez, Brittany Downey, and Tabitha Harkins all of Tolar and Bethany Nelson of Stephenville; two brothers, Clancy Mitchell of Cleburne and Carey Swain, Jr. of Tolar and several aunts and uncles.
Published February 17, 2009
Stephenville Empire-Tribune
Hood County News
News Story
Two Tolar High School juniors and a Hico woman were killed in a two-vehicle accident that occurred shortly after 6:30 p.m. Sunday.
The girls, Meagan Crocker, 17, and Carissa Swain, 16, were driving in the northbound lane of US Highway 377 when they apparently lost control of their 2004 Kia Sedona and skidded into the southbound lane, forcing Katie Jordan, 57, of Hico, to strike the passenger side of the Kia. Both girls were declared dead on impact, according to Trooper Bradley Couch with the Texas Department of Public Safety, who responded to the accident.
Jordan, driving a 2008 Ford Expedition, was air-lifted to John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth, where she was declared dead at 5 a.m. Monday.
The students were active in various activities including FCCLA and were team managers. Crocker, the driver of the Kia, also ran track, while Swain was a member of the band.
“Tolar is such a small school that even if you didn’t know these girls personally, you are still affected by their loss. You can hear a pin drop at the school. It’s amazing how caring both the staff and students are. Both Meagan and Carissa were great kids,” said Joni Berry, high school secretary.
Jordan owned Hico Handrails with her husband, Wendell. The company produced miles of handrails for the DART (Dallas Area Rapid Transit) system in the Metroplex. The company, which opened last year, is unsure what affect this will have on them, both financially and emotionally.
“She (Katie) was the most giving person there was. She bought uniforms for the girls who couldn’t afford them for the Hico pageant, she helped the food bank, she bought a lamb in the stock show to help out the FFA. She was a great person,” said Lonnie Behrens, shop foreman for Hico Handrails.
Behrens said he had just hung up the telephone with Jordan about 10 minutes before the accident happened. She called to check on the next day’s work schedule.
A memorial service was held Monday for Crocker and Swain at Lakeside Baptist Church in Granbury.
According to Trooper Couch, the accident is still under investigation, although speed is not thought to be a factor. Crocker was reportedly not wearing her seatbelt, but both Swain and Jordan were, Couch said.
75 Entries
April 13, 2010
wow, carissa, everything is crazy. The way Justin misses you is crazy, too. Me and him would talk about you all the time and the memories that the two of you shared. I have heard so many wonderful things about you. The way i see it, i wish i could be the strong person that you were, through God and everything. I've been trying...hard. Well just know that Justin misses you so bad. Issac talks about you too, its kinda cute(: haha. You must have been a very amazing girl. I don't believe i have heard one negative thing about you. Maybe i will see you someday (: bye girl.
a friend
October 22, 2011
Hey sweetie, I miss you so much, just wondering what you would be right now. Then I realize you would be an amazing you:) I wonder how many more people you would have reached for the Lord, you reached me:) I love you so much. But then I think that since you reached me and others we can take it with us and reach so many more others that need Christ. Thank you still for your commitment and love for Christ. :)
JW
June 29, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. So is our loving Creator, Jehovah God, who never purposed for humans to die but to live forever in a paradise earth...purpose which he still plans to fulfill (Psalm 37: 10, 11; Isaiah 55:11). Even our dead loved ones may benefit from this wonderful hope for "there will be a resurrection" as the Holy Scriptures confirm (Acts 24: 15). May this hope truly comfort you during this very difficult moment in your life.
June 14, 2011
Rissa Ann, I love you dearly. I went and visited you on your birthday. It was great to be in your presence. I miss you more than you'll ever know. On your birthday I heard Footprints In The Sand and sat on the dock outside of my house with my mom and it was like you were there with us.
<3 love you sweet girl!
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May 19, 2011
You have become so apart of my life, that I think about you all the time. I feel stupid sometimes for still being sad. But, the other day I was driving and thought about you, your face came to my mind, and God's voice rose up and said "no need to be sad, no need to worry because everything really is ok." And I smiled so big. And just because your gone does not mean we need to walk around amlessly, but rejoice in the plans that God has for every one of us that lost you. And I'm incredibly glad that he hears us. They say that the ones that go before pray and cry for us, I hope you are for me. :)
I love you dearly my friend.
And I say this also to the family, that you don't have to be desperate anymore to hear her voice, just listen to God's voice and he will assure you everything's gonna be alright.
From a friend that's realizing more everyday that your smiling upon us. :)
Leo
January 12, 2011
Although I did not have the privilege of meeting her, Carissa seems like a fun loving person. I am so sorry for the loss. I can only imagine how you feel. Yet, be remembered that "there will be a resurrection" in a beautiful paradise here on Earth (Acts 24: 15; Psalm 37: 10, 11). May this hope comfort you during this difficult moment in your life.
December 12, 2010
Hey Rissa, I noticed that its almost 2 years since you have been gone wow thats a long time. but I love you so much and think about you all the time. I have been thinking I would give my daughter your middle name after you. Love you.:)
big seester cara
October 6, 2010
hey rissy pooh i miss you so much i have been thinking alot lately and its really aggravating that your not here to talk to i got married rissa and it was amazing me and daddy danced to dancing bears you wouldhave loved it and i think that you wouldve had fun muffing walked down in your place lol it was amazing well i have to get back to woek i love you so so so much
~Tasiah
May 20, 2010
It's getting better, in a way. But still I know the Lord is helping everyone, the angels are protecting and covering us with love. I hope inside that you are doing good. We are but some are having problems. I love you more than ever. I hate that your gone, and not here with us. Sometimes I get mad that you had to leave so early, yes the same things are being said in this memory book but oh well, everything still matters. I hate that I only have one look of you, I try to imagine what you will look like at 20 or 30 but I'm still picturing your hair same length and color, eyes, smile, never changing. Rissa I adore you, and you still are a role model because you were here long enough to make a difference and make a light shine. I hope it's ok to say that was your purpose here, because everyone has a purpose. I'm working on being a good role model like you were, I'm also working on being a prayer warrior, and being a Christ like woman with the help of God of course. I hope people look at me like they did you. You really have changed me Rissa, even if no one knows it.
April 14, 2010
Graduation is coming up soon rissa, i will be there. i told you i was going to be there for you, and i will. i understand that there will be a memorial for you and meagan i will try not to cry. i miss you so much riss. i love you so much.
Tasiah
January 12, 2010
Hey. Its been a while. I dont really know what to say. I miss you alot. Cant stop thinking about your smile. Im terrible.My life has been turning upside down this past year. If you were here I would be talking with you face to face right now, but your not. Im sorry If I sound a little woe is me, but I cant help it. Things are chaning for the better and for the worst. I wish I could turn 2009 all around. Sometimes I wish I could of taken your place instead, so you could still be here, some people think Im crazy for feeling that way, but your my friend I wouldn't wanna see you go through any hurt or pain. But its not the Lord's will. People get mad at me because I say you fullfilled your purpose here. But the Lord says everyone has a time, that he will call. We dont know the times or the seasons that the Lord has put in his own power. But Rissa I will be thinking of you 30 years down the road from now. And though it wont be as hard then as it is now to except your gone. You will forever be my awesome friend, and you will forever be my sister in the Lord. I cant wait to see you again. I imagine your sitting somewhere great beyond the human mind, knowing everything now. Im so glad that you lived your life to the fullest. You taught a lot of people to live to the fullest. I look at you as a perfect being in a measure that, I couldnt obtain in a worldly environment, or setting. But you always kept your guard up againt trouble. You didnt care what happened you just went with the flow. I have got to stop talking now. I dont care I'm gonna take your advice and go with the flow. I love you Rissa forever.
January 15, 2010
I love you.
Play it sweet in heaven my friend
December 29, 2009
Hey Rissa. Im thinking about you every second of today. I cant believe its almost been a year since you and Meagan have been gone. Time flies way to fast these days. I was listening to the radio the other day and heard a new song from Toby Keith called "Cryin for me" It describes everyhting and how I feel about you, Im writing a song for you but this song sings everything, about you and how everyone feels. Rissa's mom & dad listen to it, its a great song for Rissa, I loved her with all my heart and prayed for her all the time I dont a have a doubt that she will be on the other side, and that shes playing it sweet in heaven. I will miss her smile and her laugh. She is a sweet girl and shes with the Lord, so we dont have to be sad for her thats were she wants to be, cry for us. Love you Rissa. My friend. :)
ill always smile when I think of you
November 20, 2009
I prayed tonight, that the Lord would bring you back. I miss you so much I cant describe it. Its an empty and hollow feeling that I cant overcome.I pray and ask the Lord to bring your family peace and grace to overcome this as well as all friends and myself. I think about you every day. Rissa you made an impact on my life. You showed Christ.........you showed Christ. I thank you for following the Lord in everything you did. Because of that everyone has a even better understanding of who you are, you wern't just my amazingly beautiful friend,a sister, a daughter, helper, but you were a follower of God in the best way you knew how to follow him, and serve him. I always hope I have the same smile you had when you approched people. Rissa I love you and so does everybody else. But most of all God loves you and thats what matters most. I may not be able to get over this, but I know God will help each and every one of us. Like you said he loves everyone of us as if there were only one of us, my goodness I want to see you so bad, I still hurt, and look at your picture that you took with me at our 8th grade graduation....my goodness I miss you. I will see people in the grocery that look like you or have your hair or eyes and I will think of you. I love you so much. And your legacy of love for Christ and hope for the future, and great personality will never die, because you arn't really gone your in our atmosphere, and God is allowing you to watch over us.
WITH LOVE- your smiling friend:)
ill always love you
November 11, 2009
Hey Rissa, Iv'e been thinkin about you this week. I miss you and love you.I wish you were here. I need your comfort.
CARA BIG SISTER
October 23, 2009
ugh carissa i need you ypu have no idea how hard it has been i cant sleep at night and when i am bored i am just on google you know and i google my name and you are the first result that pops up and you know i went to the school its just like it is (your death) is a slap in my face everything i do everything i hear everywhere i go it is you your everywhere i miss you so freaking much i hate this ugh its not fair that i am older than you and you are the one whos gone me being your older sister should have died first either that or i should have protected you better i am so sorry carissa i am so sorry that i was not there when i should have been to take care of you more geez this sucks bad i miss you so much i wish that you would come around just one more so i could let you cuddle with me and i could tell yiu that i love you please forgive me for everything that i did to you i love you so much everytime i watch csi i do that stupid thing and its not the same cause i am the only doing it it is supposed to be me and you well i love you and i will talk to you again sometime I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU VERY MUCH LOVE YOUR BIG SISSY CARA
Peace Love
August 23, 2009
Hey Rissa, I miss you a whole lot and love you very much. Sometimes I try not to even think about what happened, but it never fails to come rollen in again, and reminding me how horrible the thing is but that your gone...but I know I will see you again someday cant wait to hug you again. But now I think your not really gone your just resting for a while and your not gone because your legacy and love still lives in all of us and this atmosphere. Rissa I just wanna let you know that you had a huge impact on my life and I thank you for obeying God and always showing Gods love to me. Nobody can be upset because you did a great job at that, and everyone knows where you are and they are all happy for you. You will always live.....hey Rissa Ann Princess your a child of Godf and that makes you royalty, because God is the King of all Kings, YAY I hope you got to crown him.
July 13, 2009
I only new you when I went to Elm Grove. I wasent there very long, but we became friends. You really touched my life! I know that you are with your father in heaven and are havin a good time! Girl I miss you
I love you
June 28, 2009
I thought about you today my heart broke again. I wished that I could see you, but God had to tell me no. God knows why it was your time, I believe you fullfilled the purpose you were here for. And I believe you knew what that purpose was. I love you so much and still miss you.
{:)}
May 23, 2009
So many entrys in the memory book... but I cant stop thinking about you. Your so beautiful, and sweet, so kind hearted. You never judged me or the outcast at school for being the way they were YOU WERE SO SWEET Im sorry about that I just cant believe that even though this world is cruel and all the people at school were judgers and you wernt why couldn't they learn from you more than what they did can you come back and teach us again, and please please tell us how to love one onother because thats who you are is love. I love you so much and miss you. Please know that you are never forgotten, and you will always be rememberd.
R.I.P. RISSA ANN
May 23, 2009
I just want to let you know that I love you and love you some more. But you made me wanna be a good person, and I truly believe that's the reason I was freinds with alot of people that wern't exactly the "In Croud" which you taught you dont have to be to be cool or a person you have to be yourself and I love you for that Thank you so much for being there for me and for loving the outcast That was somebody, and you were somebody.
:]
May 18, 2009
You made me want to be a better person, you never judged me on my personal problems and all that stuff. I miss you so much still. I still have the key chain you always said you'd steal from me lol. I love you riss <3
Mallory Wall
May 13, 2009
"oh my geez!" i had a dream about you carissa a few nights ago. in the dream i saw you in bluff dale and you just kept running and i could never catch to with you. all you did was smile your beautiful smile and wave at me. when i finally caught up to you, you were gone before i could say anything to you. that was sunday night and i havent stopped thinking about you and meagan since then. i miss you girls so much. ill never forget how happy i was the first day of sophmore year when i saw you at stephenville. and then how sad i was when you left to go back to tolar. i miss you and meagan constantly laughing and being goof balls. and i miss your kind and sweet personality. the night yall left us was the worst night of my life. keep meagan out of trouble up there! lol!
i will love and miss you girls always
:) Hearts
May 8, 2009
I cant stop thinking about you and Meagan, please come back Ill wake up and this will all be a horrible nightmare that yall played cruel jokes on all of us, I love so much with all my heart Im sorry I didnt get to tell you that, you were such a good freind.
Spencer Reed
April 28, 2009
R.I.P. CARISSA SWAIN...My bestfriend...and her friend Meagan Crocker--my favorite girls in the world they could bring a smile to anyones face no matter what the were amazing i loved them both with all my heart and the will always be with me. i cant describe how much i loved them i was there for them always and they were lways with me and they always will be. they were the heart and soul of me and everyone in their surroundings i will never forget them
Zayne Gumler
April 28, 2009
Even though I only knew you for a short while Every day I would see you, you'd make me smile Your hair was curly and reminded me of the sunrise I wish I could still look into those beautiful eyes If only you were still here today, I'd tell you how much I love you I just can't wait to see you again someday I'll just have to wait, that's all I can do You were my best friend, I know this was right Because our friendship is held together very tight I'll always keep you in my memories You were the most beautiful girl I ever did see -I'll always remember and love you Carissa P.S. Peace, Love, & Happiness Not Hippies
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April 17, 2009
Riss,
I still remember how happy you always were and how when you were happy it sorta rubbed off on everyone else around you. You are beautiful inside and out. <3
Tasiah Talbot
April 17, 2009
Carissa Ann Swain (Rissa):)
She was the most beautiful girl in the world, her spirit was beautiful as well.
Never would she hurt or talk bad about someone for the way they looked or anything, she was truly a loving girl. I was only blessed with one year of high school with her it was our freshman year. I went to school with her for 4 years before that. She would be the best example in the world about how someone should treat and love another, how they should act and how they be kind to another, in all different areas of her life she was an example, everywhere she would walk, that would be the walk of kindness. Some people would mock her for being so kind and never wanting to fight but the people that mocked her were the ones apparently not affected by her, and they were very immature. She wouldn't take part in a fight. If she was in an argument it was for a VERY, VERY good reason because I can remember her never even wanting to argue, I admired her for that. She would also help people and tell them how they can turn things around and make it better. But on the other hand I knew alot of people that looked up to her for counsel and advice, and how to treat others, I was one of them. I went back to church after I left Tolar in 07' I thought about my friends back home, especially Rissa & Sam. Sam is awesome! But I would think about Rissa alot Im one of those people who worry alot and I worry about my friends back home a true friend would. We talked on myspace alot and text sometimes, but still to this day I look up to her for that love and helpful spirit that she had about her, she was truly a one of a kind. I remember some things she loved the most that she would talk about all the time, were
1. God
2. Family (some that I can remember her talking about the most is Cara, Ocotber, and all her sister, her dad, her mom, her brothers, and youth pastor)
3. Friends:)
She loved her family with all her heart, and I admire her lover for God we shared that together, even though back then I didnt show it much, but inside it was there burning with love, like Rissa I would describe her as " a girl that had passion and burning love for God, and people" I hope one of these days more people can realize that she was not only an example she was a walking message, a message that went places and did things the right way, I hope the people from Tolar high school will realize not only did they lose a friend, and helper, and a counselor, they lost a God fearing, loving, girl that placed the message of Christ in the hearts of alot of people, that need to keep that message alive in that school. If you will keep this legacy alive and her love and sweetness, you will also keep her alive.
With all my love,
Tasiah Talbot
April 16, 2009
cara(pumpkin) swain
April 10, 2009
carissa you are the best most annoying aggravating gorgeous loving hippieish crazy noise making along with faes best little sister ever we have spent numerous times together and i love you so so much i will come visit you soon i promise i love you and eat plenty of buaqamole lol i love you
Samantha Caruthers
April 2, 2009
Carissa...I love you baby girl. I think about you and Mea more and more everyday and I'm really starting to realize that my life is 100% different without ya'll. Rissa...you were there with me when I met my biological father for the first time in my life and that was really special to me. You were also there for me through the whole "Carey" thing last year. You were the only who truly stayed by my side that whole entire time. I miss you girl so much && I'm in school writing this and it's really hard not to start crying. My heart literally sinks in my chest everytime I think about me not being able to see you and Mea ever again on Earth. I love ya'll so much...more than you could ever understand or comprehend. Be waiting up there for me baby girl. I cannot wait to see you again!!!
I Love You Rissa && MeaMea
Molly Wood
March 30, 2009
Rissa,
You are by best friend, my babyy sister, my mentor, my laughter and my good times! I will never forget you. I miss you so much and I think about you every day and all the time! I know you are now looking after me and still trying to keep me outta trouble! :]
I love you sooo much and when I see you again I'm gonna give you the biggest hug and pick you up and go crazy with excitment! So you best be ready little missy!
I love you mucho and until I see you...PEACE BABYY! :]
Posted by Molly Wood on March 18, 2009
Meagan Ordaz
March 17, 2009
Rissa,
There are no words to describe what you meant to me. I was closer to you than most of my blood relatives. I miss snuggling and cuddling with you by the fire. My favorite time with you was that one night when we were supposed to stay up and watch the fire, but instead we ended up roasting marshmallows and trying to see how hot the fire was with the thermometer on the digital clock.
I miss you a lot all the time but sometimes I don't want to believe you're gone. I hope heaven is all you dreamed it would be and more. I love you cuddlebug.
Love,
Megz (Cuddlebug)
Ashleigh Stotts
March 18, 2009
I am sorry for your grievence. I did not know her, but i know what it is like to loose someone as young as she was. She was a Beautiful girl, and i am sure that God has a special plan for her. My mother was called home when i was only 13 years old, and she is missed so much every day.
My Condolences.
(:
March 14, 2009
Carissa was just one of those girls filled with joy. We wern't really that close but every single time I saw her she was either smiling or laughing and she was ALWAYS with Meagan. Those two girls were inseparable.
Oh, those two girls loved God.. hands down the greatest thing about them.
We are confident, I say, and would prefer to be away from the body and at home with the Lord.
1 Corinthians 5:8
Tasiah
March 15, 2009
Rissa was the sweetest girl ever. She never got mad easy it took alot to make her mad lol. She would always pull away from circumstances that would be harmful or just wrong. I will always remember her laugh and her smile. She would always sing the Aladdin song I believe it was, and would always make fun of me for writing wierd but in a good way we were really close at a point in time, we were still close later on down the road. We would never pay attention in Histroy class when we had to watch borig movies, we would pass notes the whole time(but we still got good grades). Anyway, when she would see someone doing something wrong she would try to stop them, and tell them waht they coudl do to make it right. I admired her for alot of things her love for God, she would always talk about how she loved him so much with all her heart, we shared our love for him. Some things she would always talk about that she loved would be, God, her family, people, teachers, friends, a guy that she liked and Im not saying no name lol, but the thing that struck me was what she wanted form that guy to be his first and foremost thing and that was God, she wanted what ever guy she fell for to love God with all his heart and strength. Theres not really much I can say about how she was because theres so much. The day I found out was a very hard day because I hadn't seen her in a year, I moved to Mansfield, and always wanted to go back so I could see her and my other firends but I always thought about her, because she was so broght and smart and funny, I did go to her funeral to pay last respects. I will always miss her, and love her, she was a great friend and she was a leader. I know of some people that actually looked up to her as a leader and an example of how a young lady should be. I even looked up to her alot on how I should treat other people, I tried to think of anything that she did to people that was just mean but theres nothing and thats the truth, she never even talked bad about people, honestly, have a picture that she drew in art class in the 6th grade. Well I know Ive written a book, but theres so much more I could say.
With all my love.
October Swain
March 13, 2009
Riss was the most amazing girl in my life. She never held a grudge, never hurt anyone, and always loved no matter what. One of my favorite memories is from a long time ago... One christmas all of us girls were stuck in one of the front rooms while the "grown ups" stayed up all night wrapping gifts and all the things that come with christmas. we had gotten a little silly and delirious and started singing a song together. the only words to the song were our favorite colors :P. i can't remember everyone's but i THINK mine was brown, bethany's was yellow maybe, and tabitha's was red? like i said, it was a looong time ago. One girl would start the song, singing the name of their favorite color over and over in a repeated rythym. then after the color was said a couple of times, the next girl would jump in til finally it was carissa's turn. when it was her time to shine, she belted out in a boisterous manly silly voice "HOT PANK!!" haha... her favorite color was unmistakeable hot pink lol. we all busted out laughing, we couldn't help it! :P
she never failed to make us laugh til we nearly peed ourselves... that's just one of the many many many amazing memories i have of her... i'll post more when they come up :)
i love you and miss you to tears, Carissa... xox
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Me and Rissann - (05/14/2008) - Me and Rissa on my 16th birthday. That was also the day I met my biological father for the first time and Rissa was there for me through that. I miss and love her so much. RIP Princess Baby!
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