Thanks for the kind words everyone. It helped me a lot to hear from you. We saw his family and friends, and we did end up having some people over for a fire. It was nice to realize that we could come together still, and remember his life and that he was part of our lives. My husband and I sat by the fire after the others left, talking until 2 am. It was good because he doesn't talk about it much, and I know it was something that neither of us figured for our first year of marriage.

lph, I am very sorry to hear of your brother's passing, so recently. Hopefully your friends and family are giving you comfort, as well. (((hug from me)))

-Tasha