On Monday, October 8, 2018 at 8:50:11 AM UTC-10, Cindy Hamilton wrote:
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> My father-in-law was plenty tough. He soldiered on, but I know it
> affected him deeply. It was the first time I ever heard him talk
> about his feelings.
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> Cindy Hamilton

I suppose a lot depends on how an offspring dies. My wife's aunts kids were adults and died from disease and drinking. My wife's friend's son was in high school when he killed himself. We've been having dinner with them which, I suppose, about all we can do. I doubt my wife and I would be able survive if that happened to us. I couldn't bear to be with other people.