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I don’t have children. So who will I leave my precious possessions to when I die? | Kiran Sidhu

The quirky vase, the owl candlestick, my mother’s ring – these items hold part of me and carry with them an existential problem A friend of mine recently…

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The Guardian reports that the quirky vase, the owl candlestick, my mother’s ring – these items hold part of me and carry with them an existential problem A friend of mine recently discussed his will with me.

He talked about the importance of looking after his daughter financially when he’s gone. As a child-free woman, I confidently told him my money will go to organisations that have meant something to me: Macmillan Cancer Support and animal charities.

This lifestyle story centres on the United Kingdom. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Kiran Sidhu, Macmillan Cancer Support and I’d.

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United Kingdom · Europe
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Kiran Sidhu, Macmillan Cancer Support, I’d
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