End of Life

Help! My mom's in hospice and my sister and I are arguing about her funeral.

Posted By Carol O'Dell

Our mom has said she wants to be cremated "so you don't have to waste your money on hair and makeup," and my sister says we should abide by her wishes. But I think Mom is just being her frugal martyr self to the end, and she deserves to be properly laid out. I also think an open casket is helpful in the grieving process...

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