Lauren was the first friend I made when I moved to Culver City and enrolled in Kindergarten. She embraced scared little me, the new kid. I idolized her. I knew she was special at age 6. We stayed close friends all through school, I didn't even mind always being seated behind her alphabetically. The entire Metcalf family always made me feel welcome. Lois was my other mother. I always had a partner at Girl Scout camp and of course I had a crush on Darrell too. Although Lauren and I lost touch over the years my friendship with her will always be cherished. I feel your loss. My love goes out to all of you. How lucky you are to have had her in your lives. Lauren Metz Christopher 11/11/07