2021 - What I did today

Vinny I have just come across your sad news, so sorry for your great loss, my heart felt sympathy, God bless

Thanks Spec. Just wish it was all over and done with as the funeral is not until 22nd July. What I've been doing today is clearing her clothes and taking them to the local Boy Scouts charity. Lots of tears as various clothes bring back memories. I have picked a beautiful photo of her in her wedding dress 48 years ago for the  front of the funeral service leaflet and a photo of this gorky looking teenager with her (me) for the back of the leaflet.
I intend doing a Eulogy and have had it typed out. Problem is that every time I read it I am blinded by emotion. I will read it out every day until the funeral in the hope I will be able to get through it on the day. I have also volunteered for pallbearing duties along with my two sons and son in law.

Vinny, eulogies are hard at the best of time, but for you life’s partner it must be really difficult for you, one little tip for you, before you start to give it, turn your head over your right shoulder and give her a smile, she will be there right behind you to give you the strength to get through it. All our thoughts and best wishes are with you during this difficult time. God bless you.