Coping with Death
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Burial Plot Now or Time of Death
Asked by P.O. from Harrisburg
on April 8, 2011
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What do you think is the better option? Buy term life insurance and in the event of death pay for the burial spot at the time of death or buy the plot now and make in...
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- I can't fathom having money for health insurance, life insurance, retirement, savings account, emergency account, notice I'm not even pretending to try for any kids co...
- I would say do the life insurance. You never know what the future holds and having the money at the time of need is often most helpful. You may not be living in the ...
- IMO this is a no brainer, Life insurance enough to pay off the house mortgage in full, or if you don't own a home enough to purchase a home that fits a family's need i...
Death of an Unborn Child
Asked by D.H. from Cleveland
on March 1, 2007
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Please help, My friend went to the hospital on Sunday because of high bloodpressure and pre-eclamcia. They tried to hang on until they couldnt anymore, as her kidneys ...
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- i cannot even pretend to imagine what this family is going through, but if i had to place myself in the mother's position, i think i would like a couple of weeks to ke...
- I am so sorry to hear about this loss. I misscarried once, so I can relate a little. I like the idea of sending the parents a personal sympathy note...not a formula ...
- I am so sorry to hear about your friend's loss! I miscarried at 4 months along and it was truly the most difficult time of my life. The things that helped me the most ...
Should I Let My 9 Yr Old Son Go to His Great-grandmother's Funeral??
Asked by H.P. from Columbus
on February 21, 2007
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My husband's grandmother is very ill with cancer and other problems. She is not expected to live much longer. My question is do I let my 9 year old son go to the fun...
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- I think at 9 he's more aware of this process than you may think he is. Even though he is a child he has the right to mourn her passing. Depending on wether or not he w...
- i really wouldn't say NO but i would't definetely rule out the possibility of YES. my father passed away almost two years ago, March 2005, and my nephew was 7 going on...
- If he wants to go, I'd let him. Funerals are a part of life. Plus, he will get to see other family members that you don't seen very often if at all.
Death of Son's Father
Asked by C.G. from South Bend
on December 2, 2008
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First of all this is very hard for me to talk about. But I was recently divorced from my husband of four years in October. I have been with him since 1995. On Thank...
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- C., As all the others have said, I too am so sorry for the loss you & your son have suffered. I agree with others stating that he'll talk about it when he's ready, b...
- I would make an appointment for him to talk to a counselor. I think we've reached a point where the stigma of seeing mental health professionals is fading, and people ...
- I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your ex-husband...I know it must be hard for you & your son. My suggestion will be to get him to talk & express what he is ...
Is it better to deliver flowers to the funeral home vs. home?
Asked by M. from Houston
on March 18, 2007
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I'm not really familiar with funerals. I want to ask if it's okay (proper etiquette) to deliver flowers ourselves to a funeral instead of having a flower shop deliver ...
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- I don't think that I would bring flowers to the funeral; if you want to bring them yourself, I would bring them to the house. And it's always nice to bring food so th...
- Unless you were particularly close to the couple or live far away, I've always found that prepared meals ready to heat in containers is the most helpful thing you can ...
- It is very comforting to have flowers or food delivered to the home. You or the item may not be acknowledged by the person due to grief, but it is appreciated. Someth...
Funeral Gift
Asked by G.S. from Washington DC
on April 24, 2009
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Is it appropriate to give money towards funeral expenses or the educational expenses of the deceased grandchildren instead of flowers? They did not specify any charity...
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- GS, Have you thought about www.starregistry.com/? You can name a star after the children. I'm sorry for your loss. K.
- Dear GS, It is completely appropriate to give money or help out in any way possible, especially, in that type of situation. I can't tell you how many last minute e...
- I think that money in the deceased name for the education of the grandchildren is an absolutely fantastic idea. What a way for her to be remembered and have her influ...
In Need on a Book Dealing with Death of a Grandparent
Asked by L.W. from St. Louis
on September 11, 2008
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Ok Moms, I know that the topic of death has been on here before. I need help in explaining to my 5 year old that Great Grandpa is dead. This is my husband's grandfat...
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- First off, thank you for not trying to hide this life event from your little one. I have friends who have not taken the kids to the funeral, slided over the fact that...
- I am sorry for your lose. I would call a family meeting and tell them the truth and then tell them he was old and he had a full life and this is part of Gods plan. As...
- I Guess the first question I need to ask is...are you a Christian and was your Husbands Grandfather a Christian because that would make all the difference in the world...
Coping with Death
Asked by M.B. from Abilene
on October 27, 2008
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I lost one of the most precious person in my life on Wed., my grandmother(Nana). Her funeral was on Fri. My stepmom passed away last night on Sun. I don't think I can ...
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- Here is the link to a great non profit organization that is geared to helping children deal with grief. It is free and while your children are in support groups, you ...
- M., I'm sorry to hear about your loss but don't look at it as a loss it makes it easier when you can see it as a gain. My brother was called home suddenly a month and...
- Dear M., The main thing I can tell you in dealing with death is just get into gods word and it will help you get through it. I know because over 10 years ago I lost a...
Coping with Death
Asked by J.G. from Savannah
on April 29, 2008
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Hi my son is 14 yrs old and it as been almost 8 days since his best friend killed himself,I took him to the visiation, and funeral, let him do as he needed with the ot...
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- Acceptance of death at any age is often difficult especially when it is your best friend. I am a 52 year old female who just lost a best friend and cousin to breast ca...
- find a grief counselor who works with kids/ teens
- You are doing the right thing allowing him to sort everything out on his own while making sure he knows that you are there for him when he needs you. My daughter went...
Explaining Death to My 2.5 Year Old
Asked by E.W. from Milwaukee
on August 4, 2008
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Hello everyone,
We are preparing to handle the first death in the family since our
children were born. My husband's grandmother (age 99) will likely
pass away i...
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- Don't EVER tell a child the person "went away"!!! I was told this bout my mother at 2 (almost 3) yrs old. I felt I needed to be perfect for years otherwise others woul...
- First of all, my condolences. The preparation for a funeral is sooooo very difficult and I understand what you are going through. It's tough :( My son has been to...
- My Grandmother recently passed away and our daughter was 3 at the time. I read that you should never ever say "went to sleep and not waking up" for obvious reasons. ...
