Life is unpredictable. It’s unimaginable pain when you lose your loved one. People gather at funerals to share their feelings, but finding the appropriate things to say/do at a funeral isn’t always simple. Read this story to know what the brother told his sister at her husband’s funeral and let us know if you agree with her decision.
Source: Reddit
My late husband passed away from a car accident when I was 4 months pregnant. It’s been difficult without him but my family did so much to support me. I moved in with them a month after.
At the funeral, My older brother asked for a minute to talk then asked me if I really wanted to go through with my pregnancy. I was shocked when I heard this but even more shocked when he suggested that I “make the right decision, not an emotional decision and reconsider having my son”. he gave many reasons why including the fact how “single/widowed mom” are considered too much of “baggage” for so many men to date. I lost it on him and kicked him out. That was the last time we saw each other.
My son is now 3 weeks old. Whole family met him and were happy to welcome him. My parents asked if I could let my brother come meet my son even for a few hours. I refused but they said I was making a mistake robbing my son of a future loving relationship with his uncle. They asked that I don’t let my emotions dictate a decision that might have a lasting impact but I said no.
My extended family got involved and started pushing especially after my brother started insisting saying my husband was a dear friend of his and what I’m doing right now would make my husband upset if he saw it. Am I being bitter and selfish?
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