Today is John's birthday. And although i'm sad that he's not here I feel like i've been celebrating. At his viewing, i was sad and i missed him, but it didn't feel like a viewing. It felt like a celebration. We all laughed and told stories, re-lived his nicknames for everyone and i even heard some of his jokes. it was awesome!. its just what he would have wanted. i am so grateful to you all who came and wiated 2 hours to see him and support us. i never pictured it being that insane. people were everywhere! My grandpa jack even got a kind note from none other that lewis feild, saying "sorry i backed into your car, please call me" ( i had held on to this to take a picture but i seemed to have misplaced it. plus it had lewis' number and that wouldn't be very nice of me to share) another lil old friend kinda got a little woozy on us wiating so long. my trusty eldest brother busts his blackberry out of his pocket and dials 911... he never called, but i thought to myself; only my Papa John could have managed to get an ambulance to a mortuary.... (picture that call.... "i need an ambulance at walkers mortuary!...") the funeral was great! everyone that spoke did such an awesome job. although i think it would really take a up to a week to cover all the stories and amazing things my dad did, we managed to touch base on a lot of the best parts. it was so great to see so many people turn out in tribute to the amazing person he truly was. the burial was wonderful. my brother did such a perfect job. my mom was so worried about where to take my dad, but i think once we got there and saw it, it was perfect. its just the place he always wanted to go.
so in all, this has been the week full of many emotions. and only my dad could bring out so many emotions in people all at once. and i want to be able to personaly thank everyone that took the time to come, to call, to send a card, but i know i won't be able to... there are just too many. so i want to take the time to say thank you! you have been wonderful, amazing, supportive and giving. the best family and friends~ i'll leave you with a john's infamous quote~
"You Be Good....."
9 comments:
Jami, I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed the funeral. I haven't laughed that much at a funeral ever. I cried alot too. Your family is amazing! HAPPY BIRTHDAY JOHN!. I think he got the best birthday present ever even though it came 6 days early!!
Jami I hope everything is going well with you and the fam. Call if you ever need anything. We love lots. Happy Birthday Uncle John!!!!!!
What an amazing family you have Jami.I was working in the boys class today and I asked Dreyton how he is doing.And he said "I am very sad but I know my Grandpa John is in heaven playing with my puppy that died".It was all I could do to not cry.I thought that was darling.Hang in there and know our family has you all in our prayers!
The funeral was absolutely the best ever! I love the pictures that were taken all over the place, everything was documented just perfectly. you did a great job!!! Love you
I have to tell you everynight when we pary, Tai say's "and Uncle John went up to heaven"
cute huh?
It sounds like the funeral went well and your dad is in a much better place to spend his birthday. You are so sweet and if you ever need anything, really anything call me 830-9775. Girls night, talk whatever! Anyways about Weber I got an e-mail last night saying we could apply online but it's the simple application and says nothing about the HCA program so? I will look more into it. Are you taking Chemistry on line then?
That slide show was so touching. Here I sit crying in front of the computer with everyone else in bed. Who is that hot chick in all those picutures?? If there is any single guys looking at this blog they will be flocking to your front door. I can definately tell that the person behind the camera knew what she was doing. You captured some amazing photos. They will be priceless to you forever. I miss you and hope you and your family are doing okay.
Jami, I am so glad things went well for you this last week. I am sorry that I couldn't make it to the funeral. I say the picture with Valerie, Belinda, and Shalyn and I felt guilty that I wasn't there to support you too. I have been thinking of you and praying for you. Thanks for sharing the slide show with everyone. That is so sad and so neat at the same time. When you feel up to it we will go do something. Love Ya!
Jami, I lOVED this post. You do such an amazing job capturing the moment in pictures. I don't know if there is anyway to share the slide show but I would love a copy. Thanks for taking care of your mom and for all you do. We're really glad you are around to be with her. We love you!
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