We attended a funeral Mass for my sister in law’s sister Peggy today at Our Lady of Good Counsel . It’s the same place where we had the service for my Father in law Gabe last year. The place feels familiar to me know after more than 30 years of visiting. The place was full of family today. Peggy had 9 brothers and sisters. Between them and their families a quarter of the church was filled. the rest was filled in with Peggy’s many, many  friends. Not many dry eyes.. You can read Peggy’s Obit here

Peggy and Doug’s  son Nolan.. whom I’e know forever.. gave a very moving funny/sad tribute to his mom.  Beyond  Nolans beautiful speech, The service was very traditional funeral Mass. Familiar to me now.. and yet still mysterious . It felt right today

We got on the road home at about 3.. and through the wonders of hotspots, I was able to get in almost a full day of work as diane drove the 6 hours home. The dogs cam with us and slept quietly in the back. nearly 700 miles in 2 days and not a peep from them. They are really good travelers.

OK.. time for sleep.. i need to recharge. more tomorrow

nite all, nite sam

-me