Tuesday, March 11, 2008

Good to see so many of you

Even with the circumstances, it was really, really nice to see so many of you this weekend. It may have been subdued, but it was a wonderful reunion.

Judy, Cleve, Cathy, and all--I thought you did a beautiful job in planning a tribute to your dad. Everything was tastefully done and added up to a memory that people will never forget of what a multi-talented man your dad was--and even more so, what a family man and God-honoring man he was. Clark Stoller's words were especially poignant. And Judy--the pictures you posted below are not morbid; they are beautiful and touching.

I got home about 11:30 last night (EST) and was in the classroom at 8:00 this morning. It was a weird feeling to know that 24 hours ago I was with family in Gridley. Thank you to all.

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

Ann,
It is amazing how the plane ticket price increased so dramatically after you returned home 2 weeks ago. Upon thinking more of your effort, expense, and time to come to Illinois to the funeral, etc., Kathleen and I again say "Thank you!!". Ditto to Rhoda, Joey & Mary, etc. Your presence was appreciated.