Just a vent.....

[Jadapit]

Wow, if that were my sister acting like that I would kick her butt. I'm so sorry she is being that way. I just dont get people at times. I agree with Gini, you are a beautiful person for doing all this for your family. I hope things get better for you soon.

[caseysmom]

I am so fed up with some of these companies. I just called to cancel their internet and the guy kept on insisting that he would transfer the account to me, I said "I have internet already...he is DEAD cancel the account" He kept cracking jokes so I said "a word of advice, when someone calls because someone has died joking is in poor taste" and I hung up.

[Randi]

I am so sorry you have to go through this. I know that dealing with all these things are very stressful. Your niece is probably grieving too, but still, the neccesary things has to be done, and a little help from her sure would be useful! When the most important things are over, you should simply take some time to relax, messy surroundings or not. Let her see that you just can't handle anymore, and she may realise that her support is needed.

(((((hugs)))))

[jazzcat]

Oh wow, you are dealing with so much. You are making me realize I need to appreciate the help I have with caring for my Dad and be more thankful. I am very thankful for all the help I have but I still get angry that more could be done by my siblings some times, especially my sister but at least she does help from time to time and she does call to check on Dad 2-3 times a week.

I'm sorry you don't have that kind of support.

How absolutely tasteless of the internet guy. I think I would have told him off. I remember when my mom died I told off several people which is not typical of me but come on people show some respect!

(((HUGS)))

[caseysmom]

Most of my gripe was about my sister, my niece is just, well, I think something is wrong with her to be honest.

The latest, I called my sister Tuesday night to see if she had recent pics of my brother from holiday gatherings. I know I have them but they aren't organized and I don't want to dig through stuff.

It is now Thursday and she hasn't called back. I had a dream last night she didn't show up for his memorial service, I hope that doesn't happen.

[Catty1]

I hope you report that internet guy to the company he works for - that was beyond rude!

[caseysmom]

I would but don't feel like wasting my energy, I think a lot of these companies are pretty slimy.

[moosmom]

Boy, is this deja vu. When my Dad was sick and I cared for him for 2 1/2 years, my useless brother never called to see how I was holding up through all this.

After Dad passed away, I was the one responsible for disposing of his belongings, cleaning out his apartment (he was found dead in his apt. and it was NOT pleasant). I made good money as a paralegal and made sure his bills were paid.

Keep in mind my brother is VERY wealthy. He is not a self-made man. Most of the money came from his inheritance from my aunt (his Godmother). If it weren't for my parent's blood, sweat and tears, he wouldn't have had the education. Not once did he ask me if I needed help with anything. Never asked me HOW Dad's bills got paid. My brother and I don't speak. When the memorial was held, he came, made an appearance with his bitch of a wife, and left. Haven't heard from him since.

You are a saint for taking in your niece. She needs guidance. Hang in there and keep posting here. We are here for you!!

[gini]

I am so fed up with some of these companies. I just called to cancel their internet and the guy kept on insisting that he would transfer the account to me, I said "I have internet already...he is DEAD cancel the account" He kept cracking jokes so I said "a word of advice, when someone calls because someone has died joking is in poor taste" and I hung up.

I would have gotten his name and reported him. That is way way out of line.

Funny that he could change the account so rapidly! I am divorced, but kept the cable tv/internet which was under my ex's name. I tried to change it, but I needed to go in person. Finally I went - exchanged all of the old analog boxes for the new digital ones with new remotes. (they gave me all of this without any questions). To change the name they wanted MY DIVORCE PAPERS, COPY OF THE BILL, MY DRIVER'S LICENSE, SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER etc. I gave them all of that.

Two days later, I get it all back in the mail. He has moved out of state and they need his current driver's license number, address blah blah. I don't have any of that but provided a last known address and phone. Now they want copies of utility bills with my name and address, phone bills, another copy of my driver's license.

So for me, I have to go through all of this (Comcast-now Time Warner) - but for you - they could transfer the account over the phone???????

How much you want to bet if I was late with a payment - they sure would be coming after me.