Though we miss him terribly, we are at peace because we know he was ready to go and be reunited with our Mother who died 23 years ago.
Each of us was touched by the beautiful military ceremony for Dad who was a Marine Corps veteran. Two Marines solemnly unfurled an American flag and remained at attention while a bugler played taps, followed by an honor guard firing three rifles.
The flag was carefully refolded and presented to my brother with a folder and document from the US government signed by our president.
Each of us was touched by the beautiful military ceremony for Dad who was a Marine Corps veteran. Two Marines solemnly unfurled an American flag and remained at attention while a bugler played taps, followed by an honor guard firing three rifles.
The flag was carefully refolded and presented to my brother with a folder and document from the US government signed by our president.
My brother was also presented with a small sack containing nine shell casings that represent "duty, honor, and country."
Now, at Leavenworth National Cemetery in Leavenworth, Kansas, Mother and Dad are together again, and united with our Lord Jesus Christ through the resurrection of the dead.
Leavenworth is a lovely, peaceful cemetery. The stone building at the top of the hill plays carillon music, among the tunes being the Marines' hymn.
The best part of the five-day trip was spending time with family, including our two teenaged grandsons. If you've been reading my blog for a number of years, you've seen each of these boys, Tay and Aesa, when they were newborns - Tay born in Australia; Aesa born in Kansas City. They're very handsome young men now. 💕
I spent a good portion of 40 hours of car time hand-piecing, and hand-appliquing.
Two more columns of hand-pieced Inner City blocks are now joined.
I also made a good start on Jo Avery's "Dream Flower Posy Hoop Wallhanging" pattern from the February/March issue of Homespun magazine (Australia publication found in my digital public library's Cloud Library app).
Jo's design @joaverystitch is on the left, a screen shot from Instagram. Mine is on the right. I'm appliquing Fableism and gradated cottons to a linen background.
I think Dad would appreciate this blog post. He was a loyal blog follower/reader, and when we talked every week would often comment about something I'd posted. I'm glad you're where you wanted to be, Dad. It was good to be with family; it's good to be home again. Linda
My condolences to you and your family, the military funeral honouring your Dad's life and service must have been a very special and moving ceremony indeed.
ReplyDeleteA beautiful tribute to your father and indeed your entire family. How fortunate you are to have had him these many years. My dad passed over 50 years ago and there are still times when I feel him close, and that is comforting.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fine tribute and family time honoring your Dad. Your grandsons are very handsome and looking so mature. Blessings on you and your family.
ReplyDeleteDear Linda, What a nice ceremony in honor of your Dad. It must have been comforting to be surrounded by family and your two grandsons. I’m glad to see you kept busy with creative work and nice sewing projects.Welcome back home and take good care of yourself- I’m thinking of you🌷
ReplyDeleteThere is definitely consolation knowing your loved one is healed and where they want to be. So glad you were able to gather with family for that special time.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely and moving ceremony. Beautiful hand piecing 😻❤️hugs!
ReplyDeleteHi Pamela! The ceremony was lovely, and very touching. I'm not sure how much Dad would have appreciated it though, as he always made light of his service. I'm sure that was because he was never deployed due to being colorblind. Still, we are all very proud of him. I'm happy with how my hand-pieced project is going, and expect that by year's end it will be a quilt top. Thanks for your hugs too! Linda
DeleteLeavenworth looks like a lovely place. Take comfort in knowing your mom and dad are together again and at peace. We will be at the Deister Cemetery near Parkville soon for a service for my husband's sister. Not that far from Leavenworth.
ReplyDeleteSincere condolences to yourself Linda and all your family. A sad but it seems you had a beautiful ceremony in memory of your Dad.
ReplyDeleteThe ceremony for your father looks like it was very touching. What handsome grandsons! And your hand sewing looks beautiful. I miss my sewing machine so much as it has been packed up for two months, but the move is nearly here so I can hardly wait!
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