Thanks for unveiling for Brenda June 2005

From: nessdempsey  (Original Message)

Sent: 10/06/2005 10:46 a.m.

Kia Ora Koutou Whanau,   Just a message from me regarding Brenda's unveiling.    We were quite concerned leading up to Sunday.  It looked like the weather wasn't going to be nice to us, even up until sunday afternoon when we were travelling out to Waitara for Mum's unveiling.  But alas, the sky cleared as Nana Ruby did a karanga and the sun shone on us all afternoon.  It was a beautiful day, a beautiful service held by Albie Martin and a lovely group of about 40 whanau and friends who helped us celebrate and commemorate Mum's life.   Afterwards, we went back to the Mission House in Moturoa for an afternoon tea.  Many thanks to Rose, Vera, Marlin and Val who helped in the kitchen to make sure everyone was well fed and watered.  Aunty Mona's cream puffs were gone in a flash, much to many's dismay!  We shared stories, laughed, cried and celebrated a nice afternoon to commemorate the life of a very special woman.   Many thanks to all whanau and friends who attended from near and far.  Thanks too to all who sent their well wishes and apologies for being unable to attend - we know your thoughts were with us on the day.   Arohanui. Vanessa and Paul