FAQ

Hi folks-

We've had some frequently asked questions, so I thought I'd address them here.

1. Memorial checks - please make them payable to Kate Marventano, noting on the memo that it's for Jim's Memorial Fund. I will be dividing the money and I will announce on the blog where the money is going, so that you all know I won't be purchasing myself a nice pair of Manolo Blahniks with your generous gifts. Please send checks to our home. If you need our address, please contact Judi Kling or Susan Senti.

2. All are welcome to our home after the service; however, I do not have a designated "play area" (the basement isn't done, although Jim Sr. has been working fast and furious). Rachel and Jake will not be here at the house.

3. There are several hotels in the Sheboygan area, including a Holiday Inn Express, Sleep Inn, Blue Harbor Resort, The American Club, and The Inn on Woodlake.

4. Everyone is welcome at one or both of the services. We opted to have two services for convenience sake, not because we feel that anyone should be attending one service or another. I am planning to attend both services, as are Jim Sr. and Janet, Judi and Mark, and my parents.

5. I am still not answering the phone and I only check voicemail once a day.

6. We are doing okay. We are getting by. We are busying ourselves with plans, arrangements and finishing up last minute things before both services.

I am deeply saddened by this loss for all of us, but I take comfort in knowing that Jim is happier now. The last year was most certainly not the way that Jim wanted to live. Although it was a tough time, we got to say goodbye and I believe he was ready to go.

Thanks again for all your prayers and support. I cannot say it enough. And most likely, when I see you and I studder out half a sentence, I'm trying to thank you for your grace and goodwill.