Dad, the time has come.

I just sent Dad, finally, the following email:

"Hi Dad - please slow down on all this [financial stuff] and wait until we can have a proper conversation.

You and mom are both at a stage of life where you need some outside perspective on these financial issues. You asked me, over a decade ago, to provide that role when the time comes.

The time has come. "

No telling how he will react.