He was driving his mother-in-law back to his house, when he made the detour.
He pulled up in front of a large building. He suggested she wait in the car because he’d only be a minute. While she was waiting she wondered whether she’d done the right thing by leaving the home. After a couple of minutes he returned with a large envelope, thanking her for her patience, saying it was just something he had to pick up. They continued on with their journey. At home, she was warmly greeted by her two grandchildren, who were thrilled with the idea that Grandma was going to move in with them. She got settled in her room and they all shared an evening meal. When the children were safely tucked up in bed, he produced the envelope and they all sat down.
His wife didn’t much like what she knew he was about to discuss. She thought it was rather insensitive, but she said she would stay out of it and keep quiet. He handed the old lady the envelope saying there was no rush, but he’d like her to give it some thought. Adding that he’d always felt that forward planning was very important.
Opening the envelope, she found a glossy brochure that showed a range of coffins…