Tomorrow would have been my parent's anniversary. I am truly at a loss, do I still recogonize it and acknowledge by giving mom a card?

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Listen to your mom. I would call her tomorrow to double-check whether she has changed her mind. You have different needs re; your dad’s death. Do you and your sister want to spend time together? Have plan A and plan B; A means going to see her if and when she changes her mind; B is doing whatever (or nothing) that will bring you some succor.

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