This lunchtime I attended the funeral of an 83 yr. old lady - but a feisty one with whom I have shared several G&Ts! Only 15 family allowed inside, the rest of us (about 25)lined up to see her coffin in and then ranged ourselves around the porch. Whoever hear best relayed the bits we heard. Inside, they had to listen to her favourite hymns - outside we all sang them heartily. There was a gale blowing.
There was no seating. I have arthritis in spine and knees (hips already replaced) and it cost me dear to stand out there. My back is only just recovering. One very elderly gentleman, who could only stand with a stick, fell heavily.
Are these restrictions worth the pain and suffering caused? Do the Hodges of this world even think about the ramifications?