Thanks all. Last night I decided to skip critique group and instead walk around my favorite local park, with a large lake in the middle and lots of birds. The birds always make me happy and it's better than sitting around and being depressed. Today I sent a condolence card to Jody's husband. They were married 54 years.

The chapel for her service was reserved for this Friday or next. If she had died by Thursday morning, the service would've been today, but they didn't have enough time so it'll be next Friday. I'll be out of town for a craft festival and really can't cancel.

I feel bad about missing her funeral, but I was there for Jody when she was alive, which to me is what's most important.
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