The Parent Of Grief Summary

Beth and Calvin are the parents of Conrad Jarrett. They are living in an emotional turmoil from the death of their oldest son Buck. Beth refuses to speak with her son about his feelings and avoided all communication about feeling at all cost. Calvin is the active buffer between his wife and son. Conrad is overcome by survivor's guilt, misplaced anger, and grief. He attempted to take his life. He refuses therapy.
People would say Beth preferred Buck, her first born son, by her action and attitude towards Conrad the younger son or survivor of the accident. Beth is emotional unavailable and is having difficulties being supportive to her husband and son Conrad. Calvin feels trapped between his wife and son trying to hold his family together.