How Long Does Grief Last? The Grief Timeline You Can[‘t] Ignore
If you or someone close to you have experienced the loss of a loved one, at some point you’ll probably wonder, How long does grief last?
70 Best Memorial Plaques for Outdoors, Gifts, Photos, & More
Memorializing a loved one means something different to each of us. Some people will dedicate a park, a bench, or a tree in memory of someone. Others are happy to place a picture, a keepsake urn, or a memorial candle to honor their loved ones. It doesn’t matter how big or small, how expensive or …
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What Does Grief Do to Your Body?
Grief affects everyone. At some point in your lifetime you will experience grief, whether it is the death of a loved one or a pet, a breakup, or a dream that has fallen through. Are you experiencing the physical effects of grief? Or have you ever wondered what happens to your body during this most …
At What Age Should You Plan Your Funeral?
Nobody likes to think about death and dying — especially when it’s about yourself. But, let’s face it, unless the rapture comes in your lifetime, you will eventually breathe your last. Being in the death industry as a funeral director/embalmer and pre-need counselor for over 16 years, I truly believe that planning your arrangements in …
Pet Cremation Costs: What to Expect & How to Save
Pet cremation is becoming the go-to choice when a beloved pet passes. After all, most pets are part of the family, and we want to treat them that way even in death. As this service becomes more popular, it also becomes more affordable to the “average” person. Many funeral homes offer pet cremation, though they …
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60 Comforting Sympathy Messages for Loss of a Child
There can be no greater pain than the loss of a child. No parent should have to go through it, yet it happens every day. Someone, somewhere is saying a final goodbye to their child Just a few words of advice from a funeral director, please don’t say, “I know how you feel.” Because you …
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What Happens When You Die? 10 Things to Know
Death happens to us all. We know that every one of us will reach that point in our lives where our bodies shut down, and we will die. And yet death is a mystery to the majority of people.
Keeping Cremated Remains at Home
There is nothing weird, harmful, or unsafe about keeping cremated remains in your home. Cremated ashes are clean and sanitary. The process of cremation has eliminated any potential contamination. Additionally, the remains are kept separate and secure in a plastic bag inside of the cremation urn. This means that no one can easily tamper with …
Sorry for Your Loss: 10 Alternative (and Better) Things to Say
“I am sorry for your loss.” Sometimes this can be such an empty refrain. At some point in our lives, we will all have to offer our condolences to someone. And just what will you say? The same old thing? Or something a little different, with more meaning? Something that is a little more personal …
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The Truth About Burial Vaults & Whether You Really Need One
Burial vaults are some the largest (and most expensive) funeral products. If your funeral plans involve burial, you’re going to need to make a decision about which one to purchase – if you purchase one at all. You probably have questions. Do I need a burial vault? What’s the difference between that and a grave …
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