On March 13, Carl's father passed away and the family asked Carl to conduct the services.  His father was an atheist so it was rather impressive to have his Mormon son conduct the service.  There were many overtones of our belief in the resurrection and the plan of salvation.  We were impressed with how many friends from near and far came to pay their respects.

The following week we were able to attend the funeral of the 61/2 year old son of my cousin Eric.  Will had been born with severe handicaps but led a full and loving life.  The funeral was very special with both of Will's parents speaking of the joy Will brought into their lives and the joy of knowing his little body will be whole and perfect at the resurrection.  During the day I felt particularly blessed to get better acquainted with relatives from  the Sevy side of the family.  (Eric's dad is my Mom's brother).  

One of the reasons I feel particularly close to Eric is that Jen and I stayed with him in New York City when he was a student at Columbia 13 years ago.  

New York 1999
What great memories!!