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Morbid, Practical, or Tacky?

lolakimono — Sun, 03 Dec 2017 01:05:45 GMT

Don't leave a mess for your loved ones. Instead, leave all the information they need to take care of your belongings, business affairs, and wishes. This practical and not at all morbid book walks you through the important stuff: personal information, medical information, key contacts, dependents, documents, financial information, insurance, who will care for your pets, how to handle your email and social media accounts, personal wishes, last words, and other vital details. Hardcover, 96 pages.

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deepwaterdotter — Sun, 03 Dec 2017 01:15:13 GMT

Practical, but probably not something I'd buy for my 'gift drawer'.

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Bri36 — Sun, 03 Dec 2017 01:17:05 GMT

I guess it’s practical

The title is a little tacky

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tansy — Sun, 03 Dec 2017 01:19:20 GMT

My dad knew he was dying and had a list he’d entitled: Things to Do Before I Die. Made me cry.

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Sooner — Sun, 03 Dec 2017 01:19:29 GMT

The book is tacky. Leaving behind all needed information is the only responsible thing to do.

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NorthernLights — Sun, 03 Dec 2017 01:26:26 GMT

It has a certain sense of morbid humor about it that might appeal to people that don't have their affairs in order. I know quite a few people that due to not owning a lot or having a lot of inheritable possessions that think it's pointless to get their affairs in order. Then there are the people who never think death is going to happen to them.

I can think of a few people I know who could use this 'gentle' prodding. But then the receiver would have to have a sense of humor, I wouldn't give it to any nervous Nellies or people who are highly offended when a handkerchief drops.

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Plaid Pants2 — Sun, 03 Dec 2017 01:29:22 GMT

I think that it's practical.

When a loved one has passed, it is convenient to have all of the needed information in one place, so that nothing is forgotten.

How many times have people here wondered about what happened to a certain poster?

If their loved one had the info to drop a post here to let us know, then we could send our condolences and know.

That may sound stupid, but when one is grieving and dealing with a loss, it's easy to overlook something, simply because they don't have the information.

So, if it's all in one place, that makes it easier for them.

Nothing wrong with that.

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Carmie — Sun, 03 Dec 2017 01:31:04 GMT

I think it is practical and kind of whimsical. We all know we’re going to die. I just don’t understand why some people don’t like talking about death.

It’s not something we can avoid forever.

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pigletsmom — Sun, 03 Dec 2017 01:31:46 GMT

I would say hilarious! Love it!

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Desertdi — Sun, 03 Dec 2017 01:53:29 GMT

Nobody would probably find me.........until I failed to pay the property tax..........

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SahmIam — Sun, 03 Dec 2017 01:54:13 GMT

Doesn't bother me. Practical.

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missy1 — Sun, 03 Dec 2017 01:57:20 GMT

How many should I get for the gift closest? I am sure the teachers, bus drivers, my boss, my friends, and mailperson will like it.

(it is practical though)

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janz — Sun, 03 Dec 2017 02:00:50 GMT

@Plaid Pants2 wrote:
I think that it's practical.

When a loved one has passed, it is convenient to have all of the needed information in one place, so that nothing is forgotten.

How many times have people here wondered about what happened to a certain poster?

If their loved one had the info to drop a post here to let us know, then we could send our condolences and know.

That may sound stupid, but when one is grieving and dealing with a loss, it's easy to overlook something, simply because they don't have the information.

So, if it's all in one place, that makes it easier for them.

Nothing wrong with that.

@Plaid Pants2

My dad didn't talk much or share information and didn't like questions. He used to always say, "You'll find out when I'm gone" but unfortunately my brother found the will before anyone was there and burned it. All I can say is, guess he didn't like what it said. Sad. I would have liked to have know what my dad wanted us to know after he was gone.

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blackhole99 — Sun, 03 Dec 2017 02:08:48 GMT

I like it and I'd use it.

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Desertdi — Sun, 03 Dec 2017 02:18:36 GMT

@missy1 wrote:
How many should I get for the gift closest? I am sure the teachers, bus drivers, my boss, my friends, and mailperson will like it.

(it is practical though)

@missy1 My first laugh of the day!

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shell garden — Sun, 03 Dec 2017 02:24:54 GMT

I think it's tacky, disrespectful and rather curt. I understand the thought behind it, but the title needs to be changed.

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RedTop — Sun, 03 Dec 2017 02:35:23 GMT

I bought one several years ago and filled out all pertinent information on my husband and myself. Our girls are familiar with it, and subsequently bought one of the books and filled it out as well. Regardless of the title, I expect the book will be very valuable to our girls after one of us dies.

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sheilababe — Sun, 03 Dec 2017 02:43:56 GMT

It's a great idea. It will make life so much easier for those left behind. There are so many things that need to be taken care of when someone dies and it can take months to get everything settled. It's a reality that needs to be faced.

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sunshine45 — Sun, 03 Dec 2017 02:44:48 GMT

totally practical

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esmerelda — Sun, 03 Dec 2017 02:45:08 GMT

@shell gardenIt's also published under Peace of Mind Planner. Better?