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Well it has been a month since I retired (8/1). It turns out the timing was perfect. One reason I left 8/on August 1st instead of the end of the year was my mother's declining health. The past month I was able to take her to numerous doctor appointments and provide her some additional help. Unfortunately the doctors weren't successful in identifying a urinary track infection that ultimately led to kidney failure. Ended up admitted to ER one last time. She declined any measures to prolong her life so my sister, brother and I spent the remaining days with her making sure she was comfortable and feeling loved. All the family had a chance to say goodbye before she became unresponsive. She passed away on Sunday and I'm finally adjusting to the fact that she is gone. The nurses and doctors that kept her comfortable and pain free were outstanding. They also took good care of the three of us.
I'm the executor and will now spend my time taking care of tying up loose ends and figuring out the probate process. I had visited my mother weekly and helped her with finances and taxes, so I know where things are.
I feel blessed that I was was available to her the last few weeks and hours and did not have to worry about work. Also, I'll be able to focus on the task ahead and make sure her wishes are honored.
Timing is everything!
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I'm the executor and will now spend my time taking care of tying up loose ends and figuring out the probate process. I had visited my mother weekly and helped her with finances and taxes, so I know where things are.
I feel blessed that I was was available to her the last few weeks and hours and did not have to worry about work. Also, I'll be able to focus on the task ahead and make sure her wishes are honored.
Timing is everything!
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