Things We Learned at the Memorial

As many of you know, almost two weeks ago, we suddenly and unexpectedly lost my granddaddy. He had been battling some minor illnesses for a few years, but his death was a shock to our whole family. 
In the days since, I have experienced and learned so much. My mind and body are exhausted, and I can only begin to imagine what my nana, dad and his siblings are feeling. We have just come out of a week of arrangements and decisions, visiting with friends and loved ones, crying, laughing, and sharing memories. 
No short blog post is adequate in times like this. But I wanted to share with you a few of the things that I have learned in this time.
1. There are so many things that I don't know about my family. Like the real first names of my nana and several aunts. I'll be asking more questions. 
2. Baby Corri said a lot of hilarious things. For example, "I've tried water twice! One with ice and once without."
3. I did not inherit my granddad's math skills, but I did inherit his love of crossword puzzles. I've done about 100 this week.
4. My nana is the strongest, most godly woman I will ever know.
5. Speaking at a funeral is one of the hardest things in the world. But also one of the most precious.

My granddaddy was a great man, loved by so many. And I am so thankful that I'll be seeing him again someday.