Glad to see you've returned to your blog, Michelle.  So sorry for your loss.  From reading what you &amp; your mother have posted &amp; your uncle's beautiful eulogy you will have a lifetime of lovely, meaningful memories of your papa.  Your "Big, Fat Portuguese Wedding" kind of family sounds like mine, only substitute German for Portuguese.  Loud, boisterous but yet loving &amp; supportive.  I'm sure your papa is proud of you for dedicating the remainer of your blog to him &amp; he will be right there offering you comfort when you need it.
God Bless You,
Eleanor.