thanks

Many thanks to those of you who were praying for us over the past few days.

Kim and I got home this evening, and we're about ready to crash. Pap's funeral was today. I got to lead the service, and it was an honor to lead people in celebrating Pap's life, so full of faith, hope, and love. Pap lived well and full. There were lots of tears, and lots of laughs. Several people spoke about how Pap influenced their life and faith.

Pap was a constant in our lives, and even though most of us didn't see him every day, we always knew that Pap was there, praying for us. It's going to be difficult to visit Bedford, knowing that Pap won't be there. I can't even imagine what Gram must be going through. 66 years of marriage...how do you wake up and face the day without your lifelong best friend?

There was a great wall of photos recapping Pap's life. All the grandkids and great-grandkids loved looking at those photos, seeing what Pap looked like when he was young and strong. It was fun to be reminded of special times together.

Everyone was interested in seeing where they showed up in Pap's life. But I think the bigger thing now will be looking to see where Pap shows up in our lives...