My younger son will be graduation from MSU ( proud ) next month and I am already feeling so sad that he won't have his dad there. His brother may not be able to get leave to attend and then there is only my parents. His dads family has not contacted him since the funeral. (They got mad at me about money and Alex defended me...)

Unfrotunaltely we don't much believe in the "watching from above" type of thing. The void of a special man we loved will really be apparent. He would have been soooooooooo proud cuz he was not even a h.s. grad.

Alex had just begun his 3rd yr when it happened, he took a week off and went back to school. It took him several months before he was able to work again, that was ok. He has been dealing with depression in a big way and still maintained decent grades. I am really proud.

Way to go!!! These are the kinds of stories I need to pump me up right now trying to raise two little girls alone after their father's death six months ago. I am so happy for you and your son! Hopefully your other son can make it. Congrats Alex!

Hi ((Smiles)) and congratulations! Your son accomplished a monumental task by finishing school under such adverse conditions. I too finished college after my sister died (barely, I didn't want to continue), so I understand what a challenge it has been for him.

I don't much believe in 'from above' either...we're the ones dealing with the loss here, but I do believe that those we love who have passed on are in a better place and will always be a part of who we are.

Way to go! Congratulate your son for me! And congratulations to you too.

Fill those seats with people who love him -- friends, family - favourite cousin - whoever - ....

Maybe have people write something about his Dad or something about your son's relationship with his Dad- I'm sure each of them can give something to your son that will amaze you.

I know what you're going through takes an immense amount of energy and courage.

Be proud.

Addy (who hasn't been around here for ages!)

OMG Addy!!!! How was the move? Are you settled? New job? What up?

The book is a great idea! I had the same done at my husband's memorial. Very little people showed up, but the one's that did really contributed to the book and it will be a keepsake forever.

Glad you are back!