I am not certain about 2 spots.
1. should I call the preflop raise?
2. should I lead out to bet the flop instead of checking-flolding?

Please advise if you think differently. Thanks!

No-Limit Hold'em, $2 BB (6 handed)

BB ($250.40)
Hero ($203)
MP ($200)
CO ($199)
Button ($112.50)
SB ($150.15)

Preflop: Hero is UTG with Q, Q.
Hero raises to $8, 1 fold, CO raises to $26, 3 folds, Hero calls $18.

Flop: ($55) 2, J, 6 (2 players)
Hero checks, CO bets $37, Hero folds.

Final Pot: $55