Funeral in Detroit

The land of Eminem and Kid Rock, General Motors and... um... the Tigers.

As if Detroit wasn’t a depressing enough as it is.

Actually, despite the somber circumstances, this has been a great visit so far – seeing my dozens, hundreds, thousands of cousins. It’s a rare treat that we’re all together. Last night we toasted our beloved aunt/grandmother with Irish car bombs at the local pub (you’ve gotta love the Catholic way of mourning).

The irony of it all is that Aunt Gay would be having such a good time if she were here. I know she’s somewhere super pissed off that she can’t be a part of the fun. She used to leave family gatherings by saying “I’m leaving, but don't you DARE say anything funny while I’m gone.”