Willing

"Delay is the deadliest form of denial." ~ C. Northcote Parkinson

Tonight I went to a friend’s house for supper. Her mom died recently and we chatted about a number of things related to death and dying. One item that came up is that my friend and her husband still do not have a will. They have talked about getting one for some time now but have never done it.

After my sister died, I finally made a will. I updated it a few years back. Now I should probably buy a funeral package but I really have no idea where I might be in five years. What if I die in Africa twenty years from now? That would be my home, not here. Would I want to be buried in the same place as my parents’ and sister’s plot? I don’t like it there. Bury me in a wooded area where any visitors might find rest for their souls. Who designs cemeteries these days anyways? They are so unfriendly and unwelcoming.

When it comes to death, humans sure make a lot of denials. Delay does not help in this instance. Be prepared! I hope that my procrastination in this regard does not end badly for my loved ones. I would hate to leave them more burdened than necessary.

Do you have an up-to-date will? Think about those who will take care of your affairs and have the heart to make things easier for them.

Peace,

Suzanne