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...

Source: [Guardian International](https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/oct/12/childless-possessions-death-mother-existential-problem)

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