I did a three hour shift at the Eldar's.
At times I felt unnecessary, since there were so many relatives, there, too, helping out. But I found things to do, like collecting dirty cups, empty bottles etc. I let the relatives take care of the mourners; I took care of the garbage and replenished the food. Lots of "juices" and cookies. Lots of people, tons of teenage boys. But I'm used to that; I teach high school boys.
Such a wonderful family, always thanking us.
Lots of former neighbors were visiting. A couple complained that it seems they're always coming back for sad occasions. Another confided that no other place she has ever lived in feels like home as much as Shiloh.
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