Funerals can be like a big family reunion...except in a church...and the mood is usually a bit more somber. But you see family members that you haven't seen in years...maybe since the last funeral everyone gathered for. Possibly not recognizing members of your family!
Today, I walked right past my own cousin without recognizing him all the while wondering why my mom was hugging that "strange man" in the parking lot. (strange as in strang-er)
Anyway, I found out things about my grandma today that I never knew...like she had a passion for collecting coins and stamps. And in true grandma fashion, she has them neatly organized in books. The coin collection is something truly amazing - a complete collection of pennies, nickels, dimes, quarters, and half dollars...one from each year dating back to the late 1800's and early 1900's.
After the prayer service I was able to speak with her pastor who re-affirmed what I already knew...that my grandma was anxious for God to call her home.
During the service her ashes were in a box and were put here:
It was a nice day...(even if the temps didn't cooperate with highs around 90*)
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