Reunited with the Miklandlandric' family

         Well as many of you know from a recent Facebook post my dad's brother in Youngstown passed away so yes that would mean my uncle.  Don't worry he's not my only uncle on my dad's side.  He has three other siblings and my dad is the youngest, yes the the little baby lol.  Well anyway today was the day that James, Nate, and I got into the car to head into Youngstown for the funeral service.  I don't know how they were feeling but as I was getting ready my heart thumped at thought of seeing my relatives at dad's side.  We got to the church around ten and I was immediately was greeted by my cousin Leslie.  She looked well and it seemed like only yesterday I was in her wedding. :-)
             Yes I was also greeted by her brother Billy.  He looked the same as the last time I'd seen him. :-). Not to say that I wasn't excited to see them but I was so eager to say hi to their parents uncle Bill and aunt Sandra.  Aunt Sandra said I looked good.  Which surprised me.  :-). I don't know why but I just feel that I am always being judged as far as my weight, height, and body figure by certain members of the family and it gives me a boost of confidence when someone says "you look good," but than I am sure it does everyone.  Ok enough about that, I said hi to uncle Bill next.  As we hugged he smothered each cheek with three kisses.  I was instantly transferred back into childhood for he used to do the same thing when I was little.
                       It was like neither of us wanted to let go.  My uncle John and aunt carol were next to greet.  They basically said I looked good and that they were glad I still keep in touch with their daughter Johnna.   Our aunt Cathy had the flu and couldn't make it to the service but showed up at uncle Bill's for the meal afterward.  Yes dad was there as well as many others.
                           The funeral was short And sweet and yes afterwards we went to uncle Bill's for lunch.  It was nice to see everyone from dad's side of the family and aunt Sandra said it's a shame it takes a funeral to bring everyone together. Well better get going.  Night :-)