Hi Mumsnet, long time lerker - 1st time posting.
My granddad passed away last week. We have talked about this very openly with our seven year old son, who is quite (i think) emotionally mature for his age.
We discussed the funeral, talked about what to expect and what will happen on the day, I believe he should attend.
However, after speaking to my grandmother (deceased spouse), she is amendment that he will not be allowed to go under any circumstances and if we do take him he will be asked to leave, even if that means me leaving as well.
I have tried talking to her, I believe this isn't her decision to make.
The funeral is some 120 miles away from our home, we have no options of childcare and I wish my husband to attend (for his own personal respects, and selfish reasons that I would like his support).
What do I do now?! I have prepared my son for this, how can I possibly tell him he cant go? Or that none of us are going? I really dont want to make a scene at funeral.
Rock (me) hardplace.
Please help!
Please or to access all these features
Please
or
to access all these features
AIBU?
7 year old not allowed to attend a funeral.
322 replies
Rhian1 · 17/06/2014 19:05
OP posts:
Please create an account
To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account.