Let’s take a look at some of the best and most meaningful memorial gifts for the loss of a son. At the end we’ll include some guidance on etiquette when giving your gift to someone who is grieving.
Aubrey Bauer
10 Best Memorial Gifts for Loss of Daughter (+Etiquette Tips)
Today we’ll be sharing with you 10 keepsake memorial gifts for the loss of a beloved daughter.
Understandably, there are no words comforting enough for a loved one who is dealing with the pain of losing a child. Sometimes the only thing you can do to provide a little bit of peace is to offer your friend a sympathy gift along with your condolences.
10 Sympathy Gifts for Loss of a Sister
Today we’re sharing with you 10 thoughtful ideas for sympathy gifts for loss of sister.
Losing a sibling is one of life’s most difficult experiences, especially if that sibling was a beloved sister. Sometimes, when words fail, the best way to offer comfort to someone dealing with such a loss is to offer a gift. We’re here to help you find that perfect gift.
Let’s take a look together.
Leaving Coins on a Grave: Meaning & History
Today we’re going to be talking about the meaning and history behind leaving coins on a grave. Have you ever seen a penny, nickel, dime, or even quarter sitting on a headstone? You may have wondered who left it there, and why.
As it turns out, someone didn’t accidentally lose the contents of their wallet while visiting the cemetery. And no, ghosts probably aren’t leaving the coins there, either. Coins on graves are left intentionally by people who stop by the grave to pay their respects.
Let’s take a more detailed look at this practice, and what it signifies.
How to Find a Grave in a Cemetery
How do you find a grave in a cemetery?
Sometimes in life, we have occasion to locate the headstone of a loved one or an ancestor we’ve never even met.
Today we’re going to dive into this relatively unusual but pertinent endeavor. If you’re starting from square 1, this can be a daunting task. Especially with older cemeteries, or ones not attached to an active funeral home.
In this article we provide what you need to know to find a specific grave, headstone, or final resting place.
But first let’s take a look at why you might be trying to find a grave.
10+ Sympathy Gifts for Loss of a Brother
Today we’re going to be sharing with you ten meaningful and beautiful sympathy gifts for loss of a brother.
To lose a brother, whether in old age or tragically young, is a terribly hard thing. For a loss like this, sometimes giving their grieving siblings a gift shows that you care more than mere words ever could.
In this article, we have sympathy gift ideas for young and old, for sisters and brothers. So no matter who you need to find that perfect gift for, we’re here to help.
Let’s look together.
How to Help a Grieving Friend: 10 Practical Ways
What’s the best way to help a grieving friend?
If you have a friend who has experienced the loss of a loved one, your first instinct is to help.
But that first impulse is quickly tempered by a second thought: Maybe I need to give them space. Perhaps they want to be alone, and besides, I wouldn’t know what to say. And I certainly don’t want to say something hurtful and insensitive on accident….
So the question is, How can I help a grieving friend while honoring what they are feeling right now?
Below, we have three very helpful tips followed by 10 specific ways to support your grieving friend.
Should I Attend the Funeral? Is It Disrespectful Not to Go?
“Should I go to the funeral? I really… just… don’t want to. Is it disrespectful to not go? What should I do?”
Don’t worry. You are not the first person to ask this question! We’d all like for the answer to be simple and straightforward – a definite, certain, no-doubt-about-it here’s what to do.
But the truth is that there are many reasons why you may not want to go to the service.
So the answer to whether or not you should attend a particular funeral, especially if you don’t want to, can be complicated.
Let’s talk about it.
Happy Birthday in Heaven: Best Heavenly Birthday Wishes
A special birthday is coming up, or perhaps it is today. But your loved one is no longer here with you.
How do you wish someone happy birthday in heaven?
Below, we have several ways to wish your loved one a happy heavenly birthday. We’ll also think about birthday wishes from heaven, on your birthday. And we’ll close it out with some ideas for how to celebrate your loved one’s posthumous birthday.
What Is a Celebration of Life? Etiquette, What to Expect, & More
What is a celebration of life service? Is this different from a funeral? What should you expect if you’ve been invited to or plan on going to one? What should you wear, and is there any other etiquette that you need to be aware of?
Today, we’re going to be answering these questions for you. We’ll talk all about life celebrations and what to expect. With this information in mind, you’ll be better prepared before you attend one.
Let’s explore together.