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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]First off, many people don't pass until they are given peace. There is new thinking about the whole idea of holding vigil on the death bead or whatever the saying is.

Second, some people hang on [b]until they get their goodbye from everyone. So, if he really needs her there,he may just hang on.[/b]

Regardless, it is fascinating to me how many people are dramatic about being there for the last goodbye, yet they weren't there for much else. Your sister was. Do you understand how severe burnout can be? Your father would want you to show her grace, empathy and love, not judgment.[/quote]

But OP says the sister and dad already said their good-byes. Sounds like they are both at peace about it. Maybe OP would feel better about this arrangement if she redefined "vacation" as "respite." I'm sure sister's not going to be spending the week partying, she's sad too. But she needs some peace and time to reconnect with her husband and kids and has the parents blessing to take that time as already scheduled.  Time for OP to set up and fill the gap so her sister can have that break.[/quote]

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