The impending death of a parent is a ‘big picture’ wakeup call.

As we watch our parents deteriorate physically, and maybe mentally, we think of ourselves and wonder what will happen to us as we age. And our roles change.

Sometimes they are the glue that holds a family together…a reason to get together for reunions…and when they are gone you can’t “go home” any more. It’s so important to keep the lines of communication open between you and your siblings so that the family lines don’t drift apart.

And when both parents die we become the older generation…more aware of our mortality.

Melanie Hack
Author of Who Killed My Sister, My friend
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