re: #381 oaktree

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I think the real key to these matters is attitude. My brother and I had *zero* expectations of inheriting anything from our parents beyond some mementos and personal items. No feelings entitlement, and there were very few items that we both wanted — and for many of the items it was obvious they should go to his side since he had the children that would inherit the family heirlooms. (I don’t have any children.)

Exactly. I ended up being very surprised at the extent of my parents’ estate. We’re not talking huge and wealthy, but it was substantially more than I thought it would be. And my hubby and I have provided for ourselves quite acceptably, and had no need for any “inheritance”.

I do wish I could get back my grandmother’s dresser. I was her namesake, and - well, I would just like to have it.