If you’re like most people, you aren’t eager to spend time thinking about what would happen if you became unable to direct your own medical care because of illness, an accident, or advanced age. However, if you don’t do at least a little bit of planning — writing down your wishes about the kinds of […]
Day 26
Personal Wishes
Welcome to Day 26!
Today you will document your Personal Wishes.
If you have the Yup I’m Dead…Now What? Book, you can find it in Chapter 29. If you need more room, attach it to the page in the book.
A Personal Wishes Letter can help eliminate family feuds that may occur between family and friends who may want your personal items. We have all heard stories of family fights erupting over how to divide family pictures, necklaces, the stamp collection, or the wedding gift from Uncle Bill. The items may not have monetary value, but getting them to the right person can make a big difference to you—and to them.
My goal is to keep the peace in my Family, and the last thing I want is for my two children to be arguing over who gets The Magic Pitcher that has been handed down from generation to generation!
You can read more about what a Personal Wishes Letter is and how to write one here.
You are well on your way to getting your crap together. There’s light at the end of your tunnel! Don’t worry – not that light! I just meant that you are nearing completion. This audience is sooo sensitive! 🙂
