I was a bit numb at the funeral today. I was very grateful that my boyfriend took the day off to be with me. I was also surprised to see all the people and support and I could feel their genuine care and support for our family. Now it will be time to be there for my dad, but as he expressed, and I understand, he needs some time alone to grieve which I hope he gets soon. He has a pacemaker and only one lung and is near to needing a new pacemaker so I hope he will be okay with us checking more often and coming to see him. It was very hard for him, he carries some guilt and thinks he could have made some mistakes with her care, so we all assure him he did the best he could and no one is perfect. They were together for 56 years. It is beginning to hit me that there will be no more hugs, talks, or calls with my mom. I know she is at peace and her suffering is over.

Thanks to everyone for your hugs of support