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Help please!

Let me preface this by saying that I really hope I don't get any snarky responses on here. I am already going through a difficult time, and I am just looking for advice.

Long story short, my great-grandmother (mom's grandma) is 98 and very ill. She has been up and down with her health for a while, but in the last year, has been on the decline. Doctors say that she is likely not going to make it to/through the weekend. 

I am grieving and coping the best way I can, but I also have to think about logistics, as this weekend my parents are hosting an engagement party for FI and I. We have lots of family and friends coming in from out of town - so I'm not sure what the etiquette is if my grandma passes before the party. Do I suggest to my parents that we re-schedule/cancel? Do we toast to her memory at the party if we still have it? Etc. 

Again, I don't want to sound like I'm emotionless on this issue, because I am grieving, but I have to consider our plans and what we're going to do about it.

Re: Help please!

  • I'm so sorry about your great-grandmother.  I think the best way to handle it would be to ask your parents now how they would like to handle things if the unfortunate were to happen and then go from there. 
  • I don't think you needed to worry about snark for this post, you didn't say anything snark-worthy. 

    I'm very sorry to hear about your great-grandmother.  If I were in your situation, I don't think I would cancel the party, but i think you should have a discussion with your parents as to what they feel should be done.  I can't imagine cancelling the party what your great-grandmother would want.  I think a toast to her memory sounds like a lovely idea.
  • Sorry about your GGMA.  98 is such a long time, wow!  That is truly amazing. 

    I think this really is an unfortunate timing of events, but it needs to be a family decision.  Just talk to your parents.  They are hosting, they need to make the call. 
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    [QUOTE]I'm so sorry about your great-grandmother.  I think the best way to handle it would be to ask your parents now how they would like to handle things if the unfortunate were to happen and then go from there. 
    Posted by Stackeye210[/QUOTE]

    <div>That's how I would do it.  I honestly think you are handling this situation the best you can!  I am so sorry to hear about your loss.</div>
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  • H's grandmother passed away 2 days before our e-party that my parents had planned. His family decided (not sure if it was because of the party or not) that they'd have the services Monday/Tuesday. They all showed up to the party, obviously sad/upset, but were able to enjoy themselves a little bit knowing that H's grandmother was "there with all of them/us"

    I agree with PPs, just ask your parents what they want to do. They might want to have it as planned so that people can get together for something happy during this sad time. If not, then it can be postponed maybe until the following weekend.
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  • I agree with pps that you should talk it over with your parents.


    My grandfather passed away a week before my Bat Mitzvah and my mom continued on with her planning, even though she was desperately grieving AND going through a divorce (They just decided it a week earlier). My mother said she liked keeping herself busy, but not everyone is the same. Some people will just not be in a festive mood, others might appreciate the distraction. Take it a day at a time, hun.
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  • kikirst33kikirst33 member
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    edited July 2012
    Facing the death of a loved one is very difficult.  My cousin recently passed (at 50) from ovarian cancer. She wanted the family to have a living memorial where everyone talked about all the good times.  People laughed, shared stories and, yes, cried.  It was a beautiful tribute to her.  

    Sharing some of the love you have for your G-Gma would be a wonderful way to pay tribute to her at your party and share how special she was with your guests.

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  • Thanks all! Despite doctors predictions, grandma is still alive and fairly well. I really appreciate everyone's support!
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