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What a tiring weekend we had. As most of you know, my Uncle Jim passed away just before Christmas. We decided to attend the memorial service for him in New Jersey this weekend. So we all packed up and headed down. Uncle Jim was my mother's brother.
We arrived at my Aunt Barbara & Uncle John's home in New Jersey late on Friday night. Andrew & Matthew slept the whole way there but when we arrived there, Matthew was ready to party. He finally went to bed at about 2am. Andrew on the other hand, was out for the count. We got up the next morning and visited for a bit before packing up and heading to the Memorial service. The service was great, if you can say that about a memorial service. It was held at a theatre, which is something that my Uncle was passionate about... the arts. There, we spent time listening to all of the Eulegies (sp?) about his life. His sons, my cousins, wife, first wife, friends and collegues gave wonderful remembrances of his life and their times spent together. It brought back many memories of my own of times spent with them. We recalled some interesting, fun trips we had taken, countless hours of games and conversation. He was an amazing, talented, fun, loving man who will be dearly missed. After the service, we all gathered to get caught up in what we've all been up to. It was really nice to see that side of my family again since it's been years since we've gathered like that. Like they say, the only times families really get together is weddings and funerals. Unfortunately, that later was the case here.
So we made the long trip home last night and didnt get in until about 4am. Luckily the boys slept in this morning till about 8am so we could get at least a few hours of sleep. Needless to say, today will be a quiet day for us.
1 comment:
yes Mel, Your uncle Jimmy was a very gifted person. I do remember his photography. It seams what ever he touched was a success. I am glad you have great memories of him. It is really important and when you can get together with others at time like that and remember him in the way that have is great. Its important to remember the good time that you had. It will help get over the loss you have had. I remember a really good memories of your Grandmother. When ever I would go to her house she would make me a special sandwich as she would call it. She would toast bread and melt velveta cheese on it and put a piece of lettuce on it. Lately I have craving that sandwich. I know you do not have very memories of her I do remember her very well and she would have just loved the women you have become. Enjoy your memories.
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