Thanks Phil. Sad news - I lost my wife of 45 years three weeks ago. Am still in a state of shock and absolutely lost. I'll keep coming here because I feel like I'm among friends. Thanks for the invite and kindness. If you're interested in Laverne's Memorial, just visit http://dignity.mem.com/Story.aspx?ID=2679224 and feel free to leave a comment in the guest book if you want. I know Pete might like to see it too so let him know if you will. We had many many wonderful years together and I have been a very Blessed man for having had her as my lifelong companion and friend.

Again, thanks for the friendship and I'll jump in here often. Time will certainly help but will never erase the great memories.

Your friend, Jim

Jim PMed me a pic of his wife, Laverne, and asked me to post it. It is my pleasure: