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babylonsister Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Aug-27-09 03:16 PM
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I wonder how shocked the Kennedy family is, especially his
grandchildren, at the turnout in Boston today?

I'm watching m$nbc and the funeral cortege just arrived in Boston. The crowds are thick, clapping, waving flags, it's a sight to behold and a lovely show of respect for all the Kennedys.

And I'm going to cry again. :(
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nc4bo Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Aug-27-09 03:18 PM
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1. I kept a dry face until just a few minutes ago. So much love on those streets
Edited on Thu Aug-27-09 03:24 PM by nc4bo
:cry:

Beautiful moments I hope the family can find strength in.


Edit for correction.
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Critters2 Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Aug-27-09 03:18 PM
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2. They're not shocked. Boston has always loved the Kennedy family,
going all the way back to Honey Fitz. No surprise at all.
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babylonsister Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Aug-27-09 03:19 PM
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3. Those grandkids might be. They loved their granddad but might
not know how popular he was.

Also, it's summertime, and the crowds still showed up. I think it's amazing.
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cali Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Aug-27-09 03:22 PM
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5. Nah, I think the younger generation has a strong sense of who their family is
I doubt any but the very youngest are surprised. We're talking MA here.
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Cha Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Aug-27-09 03:21 PM
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4.  Thanks for letting us know how
it is..for those who aren't watching.
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malaise Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Aug-27-09 03:23 PM
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6. It's amazing to watch
Genuine love and respect.
I hope Bush is watching. :evilgrin:
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gratuitous Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Aug-27-09 03:27 PM
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9. People will be cheering at Bush's funeral, too
And what do motivations matter anyway, in the grand scheme of things?
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EFerrari Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Aug-27-09 03:25 PM
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7. I was looking at a photo gallery yesterday and realized that
at Eunice's service less than two weeks ago, Vicki and others already knew this was coming. :(
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babylonsister Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Aug-27-09 03:33 PM
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11. I pretty much knew when he couldn't get to Eunice's service.
They must be bone-tired of mourning. :(
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azmouse Donating Member (1000+ posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Aug-27-09 03:26 PM
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8. I'm choked up over the crowds reactions too.
And I thought I was all cried out.
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Tess49 Donating Member (606 posts) Send PM | Profile | Ignore Thu Aug-27-09 03:27 PM
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10. I've been watching this, too. I just feel so sad. n/t
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