How many memories can one photograph hold?

I've been sorting through boxes of pictures all afternoon, Kent's Grandma passed away Wednesday evening and yesterday I was asked to put together a slide show of her life. I was honored but now a little overwhelmed... how do you summarize such an amazing person's life history, personality, love, service, accomplishments, devotion and how much she will be missed in a short video? Each picture holds its own special story. Of all the countless pictures this is the one I searched for... The infamous Goodbye Wave: As long as the grandchildren can remember this was Grandpa's signature wave. When he passed away eight years ago Grandma took over the honors. It always made us laugh. We love you Grandma, Good bye for Now... Wednesday morning we received the dreaded phone call saying that Grandma had had a massive stroke and was not going to make it. As a family we gathered at the hospital to say our final good byes. I am so thankful Kent, the kids and I were able to visit with her on Sunday when she was in good spirits telling us all about her recent trip to Georgia. Saying goodbye is never easy but I have no regrets. I truly was blessed to be loved by such an amazing Grandma. As we all gathered in the hospital room my sweet broken hearted mother in law asked for a blessing of comfort. I too was comforted by the tender words spoken in the blessing: "Just as family members are gathering here, family members on the other side are gathering to eagerly welcome her home."