My own mother is 83, and has pre-planned her funeral. The recessional is supposed to be a piper (or small pipe band if available), playing "Scotland the Brave". And she has selected other, similarly, somber tunes, for the balance of the service. She also has suggested an 'open bar' at the reception. She feels that it should be a celebration, and who can blame her.
--------------------------------------- One has no need for a snooze button, when one has a hungry cat.
My condolences on the loss of your Mother. You and yours are in my thoughts and prayers.
Santa Wally Charter member of Clan Claus Society, Clan Wallace Society
C.W. Howard Santa School Alumni
International Brotherhood of Real Bearded Santas
Down the street is the Cenotaph engraved with the names of the young men from the community who lost their lives in the Great War 1914-1918. Most are surnames are of Scottish background and many of them would have fought and died kilted.
Modern Scots might like to keep the kilt at home today but I can assure them that that horse left the barn a long long time ago.
Your initial post gave me 'goosebumps,' especially towards the conclusion. I couldn't agree with you more. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
She also has suggested an 'open bar' at the reception. She feels that it should be a celebration, and who can blame her.
Originally Posted by Singlemalt
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