After a loved one has passed, everyone enjoys being able to remember him or her in the best ways possible. We want to celebrate his or her life by remembering all of the good times. One of the best ways to do just that is creating a memorable funeral slideshow. A memorial slide show is a heartwarming way to celebrate your loved one’s life in which everyone can be a…
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Former Illinois governor Adlai Stevenson II once said, “It is not the years in your life but the life in your years that count in the long run.” A wake is a great way to celebrate the life of a loved one in a way that captures the joy with which they lived life. They have a different tone than a funeral or visitation, so it’s important to know that going in…
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In the West, black is the traditional color to wear to funerals. However, in India, Hindu’s at funerals wear white to symbolize purity. In Ghana and South Africa, red is the primary color worn at funerals. But in Thailand, they wear purple, in Myanmar they wear yellow, and Iran they wear blue. There are a few rules of etiquette if you’re planning to attend a funeral. People are already grieving so it’s…
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Everyone grieves in their own way, even you. If you’ve recently lost a loved one, you’ve probably noticed that your grief comes out in different ways. The Kubler Ross‘ five stages of grief can help you understand what you’re feeling during this mourning period and how you can cope. Keep reading to learn what the 5 stages of grief can teach us about how we grieve. What Are the Stages? Losing…
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