"Edward M. Kennedy Jr. shares a ride on a sled with his father at the family's McLean, Va., home in December 1973. The boy (Ted Jr.) was diagnosed with cancer that year and had to have a leg amputated. "Yesterday, Senator Edward Kennedy, the last of the Kennedy "boys" was laid to rest alongside his brothers in Arlington Cemetary.
The funeral and it's procession were somewhat delayed by the overwhelming outpouring of support from mourners along the roadways. The family, in appreciation for their support, waved out of their windows...the crowds applauded...an unusual event during such an occaision...but totally fitting for this man.
The sun was fast fading when the hearse finally turned the corner into Arlington Cemetary.
By the time the mourners were arranged, the sun had set.
The family ended up standing in the dark. The grandchildren struggled to read what they had prepared to say, but could not see, and had difficulty speaking.
No matter...they continued on, a large group of shadows, with faces dimly lit by the eternal flame.
Whatever anyone wants to say about Teddy Kennedy, he fought a good fight...he had faith...he had flaws ...he had remorse, and repentance to the end. I don't know how it was possible for him to be so close to so many...an amazing feat. Please listen to his son's eulogy on you tube posted on my page opposite. It is deeply moving, and inspiring.
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