What is one suppose to do or say at the wake of a man who one did not really know?
Sure I can make all the right noises, I mean he was a nice enough guy, easy on the eye, bit of a goose, but a heart of gold. Not a friend I would associate outside of work hours, but I wouldn't cross the street to avoid him either, but at the end of the day, he was just a guy that worked in one of the stores.
No speech was given, no eulogy was read, just three distinct groups huddled together watching the power point presentation of a life taken too soon.
The family, the friends, and the work collegues/associates, sharing awkward smiles in the hope they are percieved as sympathetic we are all in this together looks of comfort.
It really was an awkward silence, but how can you say no when the family made the point of phoning and asking you to be there, even if you don't understand why.
Rest In Peace Ben Leigh Wilton <3
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