Life is for the living and funerals are as much for the survivors as the deceased. If she asked you go. You don't have to speak unless spoken to, smile when you make eye contact with anyone and remember that a simple hug goes a lot further than awkward words.
Every normal man must be tempted, at times, to spit on his hands, hoist the black flag, and begin slitting throats.
H. L. Mencken
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