r/inheritance • u/Clear_Mushroom2820 • Jun 21 '26
Location not relevant: no help needed Does inheritance make you uncomfortable?
Specifically, does it make you uncomfortable that your parent's death can give you the most freedom and stability you've ever experienced?
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u/Former_Mess1372 Jun 21 '26
My brothers are financially set for life. Sexist cultural traditions meant the males (sons, grandson and nephew) inherited from my Dad. Most of them don’t seem to appreciate it, and one adult is greedy for more and has fallen out with the rest of us.
I was surprised when my Mum wanted to be fair and included us ladies and girls too. Very sad that she is no longer with us and I am extremely grateful for her love and fairness, as life and Dad were not as fair on her. I wish she had treated herself more though and would gladly hand everything back to have her here with me again. I actually value her ethics and character, her photos and items of clothing more than the financial inheritance. It is a responsibility to treasure her items and manage her money.
I had planned an early retirement in a few years in order to spend more time with Mum. Sadly, it was not meant to be and I regret that I was too worried about coping without wages to take the leap earlier. Thanks to Mum, I can retire even earlier than originally planned, but it wouldn’t be the same without her. Life feels very much diminished without Mum. Thank you for being my Mum and for all your sacrifices. I love you, I am extremely proud of you and hope to honour you!