And much appreciated! It's been the support of friends and family that's made the whole experience bearable, even friends far away. Thank you for that love.

My sister Kathy and her family came as stayed with us in Independence after the funeral, and before going home to Colorado. Saturday night we all went to the coffee house, and along with our brother Chris we more or less took over the place and made a rather bizarre open mic night of our own. It was a good way to cap the closing ceremonies.