I was just talking about this subject with a good friend at church this past weekend. We both put our parents through alot with the choices of our youth. In the process we got our own kids, and we will hopefully never experience the pain our parents did by having to watch our kids make horrible messes of their lives. At this point in my life, one of the best ways I can honor my parents (and it is clear that this makes them very happy) is to never stray from my Christian heritage again, live for the Lord, and raise my family in Godliness. What a blessing for you to have the opportunity to honor your father at his funeral. I’m sure it wasn’t easy, but a special and rare thing that you will always cherish.

Wilbur and Joyce are SUPER Super Seniors. I have enjoyed so much connecting with them and really getting to know them. Wilbur just loved the oldies that I would sing for him.
You asked what we are doing to honor our folks. I lost my Dad in 1968 and still miss him today, but I still have my Mama Rose. Right now I am working on a book (with pictures) called “Special Memories of a Special Lady”. Many of her friends and family are sharing favorite memories about her music, personality, spiritual gifts, etc. I coulnd’t wait, so I have showed Mama the work in process! Fun!