I’m disappointed with my siblings

My mother was diagnosed with cancer a few months back and her health has been deteriorating quickly. I contacted my 4 other siblings who are in different states asking them to pay her a visit. They all gave different excuses such as no money for fare or they’re too busy with work. My mother keeps looking for my eldest brother who’s out of the country to attend some sort of international dating social event, and my youngest who can’t just leave her kids unattended right away. They keep promising that they’ll come over to visit but just the other day, my mom passed away. I told my siblings the bad news and now they’re making the effort to come over as soon as possible for her burial. I’m beyond disappointed with them. My mother sacrificed so much for them and they couldn’t even drop what they were doing just to be with her one last time. I really don’t know how to cope up with my mom’s death and all the more, I don’t know how to react when my siblings arrive. I’m so angry with them.

I am so sorry for you loss. I understand your disappointment and anger towards your siblings. It shows how much you love and care for your mother. However, your siblings’s actions and decisions are not your responsibility. I pray that you find it in your heart to forgive your siblings for your own sake. Anger doesn’t solve anything. Try expressing your feelings towards them and why you feel the way you do. It is normal to have all these emotions during the grief of the loss of your mother. Stay strong. Praying for you.