21 Gun Salute

Barbara's brother had his funeral today and it was a neat experience to attend a funeral of a Veteran. They had fellow Veteran's do the 21 gun salute with 7 Veterans stand in a line and fire their guns each 3 times. I had never been to a ceremony like this and it was very touching. I had a special place for JP in my heart since we had lived with JP the last time we were at Barbara and Dean’s. I would often take him places with me and enjoyed his company and all of his funny little sayings. One thing that I remember him saying often was “Don’t shoot “as he would put both hands in the air. He was a sweet heart when I knew him and I am happy I got to know him when I did.

 

 This is my all time favorite Picture and I can't look at it without giggling . I though I would share it and hopefully it will put a smile on your face too. We were absolutely sure Barbara was crazy when she informed us that she was taking JP ( her 87 year old brother) on a roller coaster. I can vouch that this roller coaster was very scary because guess who went on it with him .....ME! Put it this way I was the only one screaming ! Throughout the ride I continuously asked JP if he was OK and he would say yes. David and I thought that this wasn't such a good idea and could quite possibly end badly. The lesson learned here is despite his facial expression in the picture he had a great time and remember to always live every day like it is your last.