Went over a few things…

@AmbiePam (126580)
United States
September 7, 2026 3:32pm CST
I’m home now from the get together at my dad’s house with my sister and her family. We went over quite a few things, and I learned something new. First, my sister was upset with me because Dumb & Dumber “cleaned” and threw my mom’s ashes away. This, from the woman who did not want to save my mom’s ashes, but to let them be dumped by the crematorium. Oh, but don’t worry, she’s forgiven me. I knew I shouldn’t have told her. I just bit my tongue. It is not worth it. I’m sure I’ve really made myself look like a “butt” before so I’m letting this go. I did find it ironic though. Second thing I found out is that I’m only going on one excursion on this cruise; the one to see the Anne of Green Gables history on Prince Edward Island. The Sydney and Halifax, Nova Scotia stops are not on our lists of excursions (apparently last year’s cruise had cheaper excursions since it’s a different cruise line). So, hopefully, someone will want to get off the boat in those two stops and explore. I’d like to look around at least. I also don’t know why this was just told to me. Third thing is my dad is finally doing it. He is no longer going to get his insurance from the son of his friend, thus saving $3,000 a year altogether. I couldn’t help but give him a look when my sister told my dad how much he would be saving now. He couldn’t bring himself to do it until he retired and could no longer afford to pay more than what other companies would charge him. Annoyed the heck out of me. Please know, I also realize it is NONE of my business if he wants to overpay to a man who makes three times what my dad does. Anyway… It was a good day. We like to give each other a hard time. Pictured is Amyra (doing a 90s throwback outfit), Hudson (that’s a hearing aid around his forehead), and Annelyn. We had a fantastic visit!
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@xFiacre (15281)
• Ireland
12h
@ambiepam What a mixture of feelings - I’m glad you got to enjoy the kids.
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@AmbiePam (126580)
• United States
12h
Thank you, they are worth any negative comments I might get.
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@LeaPea2417 (40005)
• Toccoa, Georgia
7h
@AmbiePam they are adorable looking.
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@DaddyEvil (178010)
• United States
10h
Why do the kids always look so cute, no matter what they're doing?
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@AmbiePam (126580)
• United States
9h
Thanks, DE.
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@DaddyEvil (178010)
• United States
9h
@AmbiePam You're welcome.
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@Juliaacv (57380)
• Canada
11h
It is good to clear the air, even on things that are not a popular conversation. They say that styles repeat themselves every 25 or 30 years, so maybe she isn't wearing a throw-back so much as a current fashion. Annelynn really looks like she admires her big brother, that is so good to see. They are a beautiful family. Do lots of research as to what tourist attractions will be open come the time that you travel, some are seasonal.
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@AmbiePam (126580)
• United States
11h
Oh, Annelyn thinks Hudson hung the moon.
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@Juliaacv (57380)
• Canada
11h
@AmbiePam You watch, her first love will have many of Hudson's qualities. I hope that for her as well as for Amyra, Hudson seems like a pretty stellar young man.
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@sallypup (69811)
• Centralia, Washington
12h
All three look ready for lots of fun. Families can be very hard to deal with.
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@AmbiePam (126580)
• United States
12h
My mom took away all the sharp edges. With her gone, we all get poked every now and then.
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@sallypup (69811)
• Centralia, Washington
10h
@AmbiePam I hear you. I knew that when my Mom passed my family would no longer get together in the same way.
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@MarieCoyle (62650)
12h
I’m glad that you got to see your family. The kids look so happy! I know your Dad thought he was helping but does your sister know he hired Dumb and Dumber, not you? It wasn’t your fault about the ashes or the expensive medicine or all the food that they tossed, either. You and your Dad trusted those people and I sincerely hope they never clean anyone’s house ever again!
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@AmbiePam (126580)
• United States
12h
She knows. But you know, that’s life. She’s never going to blame my dad for anything, and in his defense, he was trying to be sweet. It’s a shame, but hey, I’m interested in keeping the peace more than anything.
@MarieCoyle (62650)
11h
@AmbiePam Her ashes being disposed of by those people is something no one can fix. And oh do I ever know what you mean about wanting to keep the peace in a family!!
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• United States
12h
They’re cute kids
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@AmbiePam (126580)
• United States
12h
Thanks, Loo.
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@snowy22315 (212688)
• United States
10h
Really glad the visit went well. I know how much you enjoy visiting with them all!
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@toniganzon (80430)
• Philippines
4h
Family meetings...I never look forward to them at all.
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@rakski (160697)
• Philippines
8h
They look so adorable
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@Deepizzaguy (125069)
• Lake Charles, Louisiana
9h
Sorry to learn that your late mom's ashes were thrown away by your sibling.
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• Defuniak Springs, Florida
9h
I'm glad for the most part you guys had a great day! The kids are getting so big, and always they are adprable.
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@aureliah (24798)
• Kenya
15m
I dont have a big family but I know it can be hard to agree on everything. Glad can save such a huge sum of money.
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• Rupert, Idaho
4h
That does sound like a lot to process... but that is good you had a good visit with them
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@Wrexxo (6865)
10h
Sounds like a wild but good day honestly, family drama and all lol. That ashes thing is wild ironic, i would of bit my tongue too. Hope you get to explore Sydney and Halifax on your own, PEI sounds fun though!
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@wolfgirl569 (140180)
• Marion, Ohio
11h
They are adorable. Glad you had a nice visit
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@RasmaSandra (100623)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
11h
They are all so beautiful and very happy kids. Always good to clear the air,
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