St. Pat's day

Saint Pat's Day is always fun and a great time to be around family and friends. Today was my Aunt Jane's funeral and if it is possible to say, the day was beautiful. We are Irish and family and friends are very important. I got to see all my siblings ( I am 1 of 5, the youngest). I saw my Aunts and Uncles, some doing wonderful, some battling illness themselves. I saw cousins that happen to be some of my greatest friends. I also had the opportunity to meet some of my cousin's children. The mass was beautiful and the music selections were moving. My cousins requested that I do one of the readings for the mass and I felt so honored. My Aunt was always very kind and genuinely happy to see me each time we got together. Her children have picked up the best traits of her and their Dad and are always great to be around. The wake was a traditional Irish wake. We ate and drank and were honored with a song from one of the attendees. There were photos taken of her daughters and nieces drinking Manhattans (my Aunt's drink of choice). All and all a very special day. So here is to you our dear Aunt Jane, with much love and thanks we send you off to the stars. We will miss you. Love Denise