Ask Amy: Father’s funeral attendance is last straw
Shower all of your grandchildren with loving kindness, and discourage everyone in your life from keeping score.
That includes you.
Dear Amy: The question from “Grief and Joy” touched me. Hours after her engagement, her grandparent died, and she was conflicted over how to share her good news during such a sad time.
My fifth child was due on the first anniversary of my dad’s death.
I apologized to my mom when announcing the impending birth, and she said, bless her heart, that it was good to have something happy to think about.
I have always, always remembered that.
– Grateful
Dear Grateful: This is lovely. Thank you.
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