I am so sorry to hear about your cousin and the tragedies she has been faced with in her life. I am also sorry for your soon to be loss as well, and I can totally relate. I lost my sister of 51 years 3 weeks ago, to breast cancer. After 9 years of fighting this disease, she finally lost her battle. I was her caregiver especially for the past 3 years. she was the bravest, most courageous person I have ever known. I am beside myself with grief. I also feel your pain. My sister never had much of a life either, although different from your cousins. It sure sounds like she has been one heck of a fighter too! I still can't believe my sister is gone, but I do know that she is in a much better place. Hospice was wonderful to us too ( we live in ct. ). sounds like your cousin will fight untill the end too, God bless her. Sometimes, as I have learned, things and situations have a way of taking care of themselves. In the end, she will find peace, and deserves to. You are in my thoughts and prayers KD, so is your cousin. sorry again for all of the pain. Nina.