While still trying to kid themselves and each other about not being "that" serious about each other, the progression in their relationship is continuing and building. Perhaps it will soon reach a tipping point where they can be honest with themselves.....and each other!
The passing of Nan, was the passing of a force of nature and the entire clan will miss her. But it is plain that they will never forget her as they share their special and totally outrageous memories of her. I too didn't expect her to last long after the death of Stephen so while I was not surprised, I was crying like a baby reading this chapter.
I usually skip poetry posts on site. I have no talent for it, but find most of it to be drivel. This one had a spark of something more. Maybe not great poetry, but fairly well done good sir!