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[shvl73]

I now realize that my mother's husbands actions are born out of his denial of the extent of her illness and the fear of loosing her.

I'm sorry for your loss.
Fear makes people behave quite strangley. I suspect sometimes there is also a fear of being alone.

 

[midlf]

Youare - I'm relieved that your stepfathers actions have now been revealed to you and they were not negative. I read that you are at peace with the situation, that is good.

 

[goaliedad]

You have my heartfelt condolences. I lost my mother about 9 months ago. People act very strangely when faced with this situation. Glad to hear that you came to the understanding of his motives, and they were not negative.

I hope you continue a good relationship with your stepfather.

My father and father-in-law both passed first. After my mil passed it certainly stressed the relationship with my wife's siblings. I had to keep reminding myself that my sil was having a hard time dealing with everything and cut her some major slack from time to time. I'm sure she thought I was as dumb as a box of rocks too!

Hold on to your faith, remember the good times.

 

[Youare]

Thank you for all your thoughts and prayers for me and my family.

Sunday we held a memorial service for my mother. It was a great time of remembering a special woman who touched many more lives than I had imagined.

One thing that becomes clear at times like this is the fact of how much our lives touch the lives of others in ways we may not consider. That small acts of kindness are remembered far more than any personal accomplishment.

We will move on from here with greatful hearts for the kindness you all have shown.

Randy