The ex husband of my dear friend drowned accidentally while fishing. The search and rescue operation, recovery, and memorial service would have been sad events, given his sudden, tragic passing.
Things were, perhaps, made more stressful and complicated given the "nontraditional" roles in today's modern family: estranged relatives, the separated but still married second wife, half siblings, etc.
For the most part, I gather, everyone did their best to be supportive and respectful.
Given that blended families, separated spouses and families members who refuse to speak to one another seem all the more commonplace, I've wondered if a who new set of norms and roles will eventually surface.
For now, we're moving through uncharted territory.
I'm praying for these folks a lot these days. May they find peace and strength.
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