What a weekend! We buried Randy. It was exactly what he wanted a quaint graveside service and a celebration of life. We had a very nice celebration. There was lots of family there. I guess I didn't realize that Joyce had other family....hmm....Makes you think that I didn't have that. It is kind of weird how life works. I didn't even meet my Dad's family until I was an adult. My brother got invited to their house for a Christmas party...so I called and asked if I could come. Well they only sort of even knew that I existed and then I got a re-gift...WTF is that. I certainly didn't want a present let alone a re-gift because you feel that you need to give someone a present. It was the weirdest thing ever. Wow...that is off the subject. Anyway all of my Sister's family was there......except my other sister and her two brothers...notice how I let her claim them...my mom my aunt and all of her kids. Since my Grams and Grander passed all of my family has basically separated. I miss those days. I really miss my Grander. He was more of a father to me than anyone. He was my babysitter and my friend. I totally miss him.

On the upside it was a nice celebration and we are getting closer to Christmas. I didn't get any decorations on the outside of the house...bur our tree is up. I still have to do some more shopping but we will get there. This is the first year that I am this far behind. I am sure it will be good. We are going to have a little family gathering and just enjoy each other. I will let you know how it goes.