1 Howie: That's so unexpected, and so darn nice, I don't know what to say. Thankyou so very much. My sense of loss, though painful, is nothing to my sister's. He was a really wonderful guy and always seemed to have just the perfect balance between sobriety and humor (well, a little weighted toward the humor side actually). His name was Bill. There probably won't be an actual funeral, but a rolling series of wake-like parties at various locations and times... which is something to look forward to. That would be the way he'd want to be remembered.

2 Deep down I'm a big softy. Just like the other guy on that thread. I was really impresseed by him. He represents Muslims very well don't you think. I agree when I go I want loud music and a keg.

3 Oh I try to read eclesiase chap 3 when stuff like that happens. Remember the time spend here was a gift. Hang in there andtake care of your sis and tell her we're thinkin of y'all.