Advice from Amy Dickinson.
Our stepfather died, and over time mother changed the will so all money she had inherited from him would go to her biological children , instead of sharing it among all five.My sister, who was the executor of our mother’s will, says that two weeks before our mother died , Mom said that she was thinking of changing the will to include everyone – her children and stepchildren.It all feels awkward.
I also assume that you and your siblings might not agree with the idea of sharing the estate. It is their right to hold onto their legal inheritance, just as you have the right to share yours.You don’t disclose any information about your stepfather’s will.
This truly might be a case of being damned if you do and damned if you don’t, but you should do your best to walk the most ethical path, while being realistic about the emotional fallout.My youngest son is planning his wedding. He wants his brother “Randall” to be his best man. My three grandchildren will also be part of the wedding party in some way.
I’ve tried to tell her that this is HER wedding, and she shouldn’t feel obligated in any way to make this person part of the wedding party if that’s not what she wants.Dear Mother of the Groom:
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