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Am I wrong/thoughtless

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goldie77 · 08/03/2026 20:15

My dad died two yrs ago later this month and my younger sister rang out of blue and asked me what we should arrange to do for mum on dads anniversary of death.
I told my sister I was away on holiday and I had spoken to my mum and checked before booking incase I offended her. My mum said dad would have wanted me to go away. After conversation with my sister I feel bad and I am looking forward to holiday less.
Am I wrong to go away at this time. I think of dad every week and didn’t feel bad till I spoke to my sister. She didn’t say anything negative but now I feel guilty.

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ThatMintMember · 08/03/2026 20:26

I wouldn't feel guilty, it sounds like you were very considerate to check before booking. I've never understood remembering or making an occasion out of anniversaries of death. I think it's much nicer to remember them on their birthday instead. Also, it sounds like your sister is free so will spend some time with your mum so she wont be on her own anyway.

goldie77 · 08/03/2026 20:30

Thankyou that makes me feel better

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