UNDER THE WILL… OVER THE DRAMA…

Episode 56 – Bully’s Big Reveal…

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Mae Faurel
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Bully’s Big Reveal – Dementia Diagnosis & the Disappearing Act

They say a crisis reveals character. Well, when Dad was diagnosed with dementia, Bully didn’t just show his true colours, he rolled out the whole flag.

Red: for rage when things didn’t go his way.

Yellow: for cowardice (not a confrontation in sight).

Green: for greed, obviously. Funny thing is, I used to respect him. I really did. I thought he was steady, responsible and even decent. But it turns out, he was just well-practiced at blending in until the inheritance sniff hit the air.

Looking back now, I can see it. The subtle undermining. The half-truths passed off as ‘just trying to help’. The way he’d show up just in time to be seen but never stay long enough to do the hard bits. Ten years ago, I wouldn’t have believed what I know now.

Ten years ago, I thought we were trying to come together as a family (that I wasn’t invited to!). Turns out, we were a slow-moving inheritance race and I didn’t realize I’d been entered.

Lesson of The Day:

Respect should come with an expiry date and a refund policy. Because some people only look like good humans until the will is read… or the dog food disappears.

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2 responses to “Episode 56 – Bully’s Big Reveal…”

  1. For Singles And Couples Avatar
    For Singles And Couples

    Yep…and sometimes all you can say is…”Oh, there you are” as they reveal the real them.

    There are many who consider what we do as, airing our dirty laundry (or our underwear) out, for everyone to see it.
    I have had people indirectly tell me that they wouldn’t be as open and as real as me.
    I like sharing reality and truth, even if it makes me open to criticism, I like to keep it real.
    As I know, others are going through similar situation, and if sharing can help someone in their predicament, why not.

    Thank you for keeping it real, and thanks for sharing.

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    1. Mae Faurel Avatar
      Mae Faurel

      Hey,
      Haha, Oh, there you are’ is the perfect line when people show their true colors! I hear you on the ‘airing dirty laundry’ vibe – some folks clutch their pearls at the thought, but I’m with you: keeping it real is the way to go. Sharing the messy truth, even if it invites criticism, is so worth it, if it helps someone else feel less alone in their struggles. Your openness is inspiring, and I’m grateful for the camaraderie in truth-telling. Thanks for the love and for standing tall in your authenticity!

      Mae

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