entire day the sound of her loving voice playing in my head. The funeral services were later that week. 5-hour car ride down was quieter than usual. We finally arrived and I had to bite lip so wouldn’t cry. So could be strong for mom ad grandfather. It weird staying house without hearing comforting New-Jersey-accented voice. following day we went home family from all over came brought their condolences. sort a depressing place. Her casket is one corner slideshow with pictures other. crazy see how many people offer support during this time grieving. next mass actual burial. arrived at church sea dressed black. filed in close members like me sat towards front sister great aunt aggressively crying. Once service over drove cemetery. A long line cars trailed couple black limos. got there gathered around grave. feel warm spring air on face. My uncle read eulogy sudden tears streaming From overcoming sorrow gained new perspectives lessons. learned never take granted prioritize them. To opportunity say love you whileentire while