That’s what it was like for my parents the end of last week. Our family descended on them in one massive hoard, we devoured their food, made lots of noise, and then abruptly left after only two days. I have the best parents in the world!
Our trip to Utah for President Hinckley’s funeral was quick but filled with activity. We went to a private family viewing Friday morning. I held up Fudge while Mr. Ferrero Rocher held up Cookie so they could see him. I hope they don’t ever forget how solemn the occasion was.
Most of the day was spent walking around Temple Square. We then headed back to my folks house to rest for a couple of hours before heading into the Hinckley family memorial service for President Hinckley Friday evening. It was wonderful to hear more personal stories – family stories- about President Hinckley that wouldn’t be shared the next day at his funeral service. Mr. Ferrero Rocher was able to see many of his cousins (there are 104 grandchildren on that side) he hasn’t seen in years.
Saturday morning we were able to take the three oldest girls in to the Conference Center while my parents watched the other four children. The whole funeral service was touching to say the least. I did really well holding back my emotions until the last song when pictures of President Hinckley were shown. That opened the flood gates! And then to see everyone waving their white handkerchiefs as the casket was rolled out…just thinking about it brings tears to my eyes. President Hinckley will definitely be missed.
How wonderful that you were able to come for Pres. Hinckley’s funeral. I’m sure your children will remember it as a special time. I’m also really glad that the weather was nice for his funeral, it was a beautiful day!
It sounds like you have a very great experience. Your kids (especially the older ones) will never forget it. How great to be a part of it.
Thanks for sharing your tender memories, what a beautiful picture of your children.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts and experiences. I cried all the way through the funeral!
104 cousins?
Beautiful pictures!!
Thank you so much for sharing your feelings and experiences. That last song was hard for me too. It was a wonderful day though.
That’s such a beautiful Temple!
We watched the services on TV. I was able to remain mostly composed, until my teen got out her hanky. It was on that she had used at the dedication of the Conference center. She waved it…I bawled! He will be missed!
Thank you for sharing. It sounds like you made some very a memorable and spiritual memories.
Oh heavens. You guys are all much cuter than Mormon Crickets. Glad you made it back home safe.
How wonderful! I love the photos! We didn’t even get to watch the funeral because we were getting ready for my daughter’s baptism that night. I feel terrible that we missed it!
Beautiful children!
the flood doors opened for me too at the end of the service when they showed pictures of president hinkley. thank you for sharing.
I’m so glad you were able to make it. 🙂