RE: Death: How prepared are you?
I have went through the death of my stepfather. Although my mother thought she had everything prepared. When the day came she had all the legal parts taken care of, but what she was not prepared for was the physical and emotional toll that a death really takes on you.
Being the oldest, I stepped in and too control for my mother. It was a very difficult time for everyone in the family.
Being that I am at least half way done with my life , it made me realize that I need to start planning for that day for myself. It is not easy to think about, but ultimately the day will come. I completely agree that one has go through a lot of hoops just to leave this world.
Thank you for sharing. A hard subject to discuss, but you did a wonderful job, thank you.Keep on steemin!
Hi @stonedave, thanks for your valid and thoughtful reply.
Death is something I didn't think much about in my twenties. In my early thirties my mum passed and it brought it crashing home. Now in my late forties I think about it with more relevance to myself. I don't dwell on it but it gives me a good feeling to know that when I am gone certain people will benefit from what essentially will be the culmination of my life.
I have a father (almost 82) in a nursing home suffering dementia at the moment and so need to be realistic about the subject. The wheel turns huh?
Your mother was lucky to have your help.
All the best.