* This post is written by Judy.

All of the arrangements are falling into place, amazingly.  I’m grateful for the help of many in the family.  And the professionals.   It was disappointing not to have the service at our home church, Plymouth Congregational, due to closure of the main sanctuary for all summer construction.  However, the wonderful church of Oak Grove Presbyterian in Bloomington is now going to be wonderful.  Our whole family & professional lives have mostly been here.  The pastor (just retiring now!) was a former student of Blake’s at Kennedy High School!  With a very funny story of his escapade of jumping out a window in his class.  And the consequences!  I hope he can relay that for all.  Our minister from Plymouth (Beth Faeth) will lead the service & knows Bill Chadwick & the Associate Pastor.  Grateful to all.

The days are full now & many warm, loving people around when I need them.   I feel Blake’s presence with me all the time.   I’m getting better sleep & will continue to try to take care of myself.  

Thank you, all who read this, for your loving words, thoughts & prayers.   I treasure them.