Strangers

Jane's services today were beautiful. Our pastor was able to remind people of all the reasons that Jane was loved so much. She was such a sweet and wonderful person and she was willing to do anything for anyone. Jane gave. She gave in ways that others of us could never imagine. She laughed, she lived, she loved and she was not here with us for nearly long enough.

Our bell choir played for Jane today. (Brian and I both ring bass handbells) It was hard, sad, and full of love for her. After the service strangers walked up and told us that it was a beautiful tribute to her. Some of them knew who we were, even if we didn't know them, and some of them knew that we were getting married. Jane shared not only her happiness, but also the happiness of others. She was excited for us. We were excited to have her expertise as a part of our special day. On the day of our wedding I want us to do something to memorialize Jane. Something that we will know and can share with others. She has touched my life forever.

Sad Easter

I'm sorry that we haven't posted in so long. As far as wallpaper goes, it is all off and the room is taped and awaiting primer and paint. (We have pictures of our progress.) We have all been busy with work, school, scout and band fundraising and Erik's musical commitments.

Yesterday morning we lost a dear friend that we did not get to love nearly long enough. Our sweet and loving friend Jane died of complications from diabetes. Last summer we spent our week in the Boundary Waters with her son and husband. She was probably the most loving and giving woman I have ever had the pleasure of knowing and she will leave a hole in the lives of all that she touched. Today say prayers for ALL the people that you love. I am trying to remember that Jane got to spend Easter with Jesus and that she is lucky for that. But I confess, I am sad that she wasn't with me.