Top of the Morning April 24

TOP OF THE MORNING | APRIL 24

Greetings All!  How was your weekend?

Very productive one for me.

Raining here today – perfect for tucking it in and building TOP OF THE MORNING!

Had a super fun time finding, reading and collecting today’s 12.  Click and Enjoy.

Dear Annie’s column is spot on – as usual.

DEAR ANNIE
BY ANNIE LANE

Dear Annie:

I want people to know how difficult it is to deal with life after a spouse dies.  This includes grieving ahead of everything else, but while doing so we must deal with all the things  that need to be settled, such as people to notify and arrangements for the living.  I have been an executor for three small estates (under $1 million).  The last one, which was unexpected, was a special challenge.  No will, no book to go to for passwords for the computer, no final requests and a spouse whose husband did everything.

I cannot advise strongly enough how important it is to leave your papers (divorce and marriage certificate), passwords, life insurance companies, bank info, investments and anything else that the survivor needs to know with them or a family or friend you trust.

There is not one comprehensive list to check off all the tasks that need to be done.  Lawyers, probate, Social Security and the funeral home all have their lists.  So it is up to the survivor, usually an adult child, who has to do everything.  —  A Busy Daughter

Dear Busy Daughter:

This is one of those subjects that no one wants to think about, but you are so right.  Thanks for the reminder, and good luck with your important work.

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2 replies
  1. Chris says:

    The Farm Photos are the best I’ve seen… I could look at them for hours. Thanks, Cheryl for finding that jewel of an article!

    • Cheryl clarson says:

      Hi Chris –
      Totally agree! So much fun. Super cool pics that tell each individual farm’s story in a single well-orchestrated snap. I appreciate ya and thanks for your comment. Have a grand day.

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