Sunday was a day that’s been three years in the making. When my mother in law passed during COVID lockdown we were not able to have a traditional memorial service. Now that she has been reunited with her groom of over 70 years we were able to do a combined service for them both.

There were many things said today, but the one that really stuck with me was from my middle daughter who said “what a legacy…to be missed”.

She’s right. the lasting legacy of Betty and Wayne is that we will all miss them. I can safely say that I have far more enemies than they had combined. One lady has written two negative reviews of my new book and it’s only been out for a few days!

I hope that when I’m in the other side of the service that my family will reflect on a life well lived. Until then, I’ll just stay focused and…

—Rise Up!!