How not to cry at a funeral???

[RedMystic]

Thanks for letting us know how it went Monica. I'm thinking of you as I know these things don't end on the day of the life's celebration. Take good care of yourself.

[stonechat]

My uncle's was recently

Try to control what you think of - be aware of the trend your feelings are going

There is plenty of time to grieve outside the funeral

It can be tough though

[MonicaL]

Very true, Stonechat. Thank you so much for your thoughts 

Monica

[MarieC]

Yes indeed, the grieving goes on, and you have to let yourself do that - not let others tell you that you should be over it by now!

I've come a bit late to this, but I had to speak at my stepmother's funeral and was really worried about keeping it together.  What helped me more than anything was that our Rector, who was a lovely man who I really appreciated, stood quietly behind me, at my shoulder.  It was a comforting, strong presence and it gave me strength to get through what I wanted to say.  It is really worth while having someone do this for you.

MarieC