Shauns funeral

Its been a while, almost 3 weeks in fact to have Shauns funeral and in that time it has been a rollercoaster.
I can sum it up however in two words. Pride and Inspiration and overall it has been such a positive experience for me. Yes we have lost Shaun but Shaun would not have wanted us to view his death negatively.
Proud of how the Parachute Regiment have supported us and continue to support us. They have been magnificent and we really feel part of the Para family for life.Proud of the spontaneous standing ovation that 1000 people gave Shaun at the funeral when the facts became known.Proud and inspired of how he selflessly gave his life to save others and proud and inspired at seeing Laura's speech to the many at the funeral delivered so well.Inspired by the spontaneous applause as Shaun was taken through Colchester with the roads closed.
Proud of the police motor cycle escort teams from Colchester to Maidstone for the burial and their closing of the M25 at the Dartford Bridge. Proud of the black armbands worn by the Kent motorcycle outriders. Proud of 40 of Lauras Met friend's in uniform forming a guard of honour in the main street.I could go on but to sum it up I am a better person for the experience.