These are incredibly difficult questions to answer.
My children lost their mum when they were 7 and 8, nearly 10 years ago.
So part of me wants to say yes, it's best to be as real (and realistic) as possible because these things happen in life.
On the other hand, I think life has enough upset and distress. Not every story has to be stuffed with material to help those who have suffered loss, or to help prepare them for future loss.
These are incredibly difficult questions to answer.
My children lost their mum when they were 7 and 8, nearly 10 years ago.
So part of me wants to say yes, it's best to be as real (and realistic) as possible because these things happen in life.
On the other hand, I think life has enough upset and distress. Not every story has to be stuffed with material to help those who have suffered loss, or to help prepare them for future loss.
I'll have to think some more before I vote.