Funeral flowers are a way to express love, respect, and condolences to the family and friends of a loved one who has passed away. Flowers have been a traditional part of funeral rituals for centuries, offering comfort and solace to grieving people. The selection of funeral flowers is a crucial aspect of the funeral planning process. Different flowers have different meanings and connotations, and choosing the right flowers that best…
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Death is an inevitable part of life, and yet it is something that many of us avoid thinking about or planning for. However, preplanning your funeral is important to ensure that your end-of-life wishes are respected and that your loved ones are not burdened with difficult decisions during an already emotional and stressful time. Here are some reasons why preplanning your funeral is so important: Relieve your loved ones of…
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The death of a loved one is an emotionally overwhelming experience, and planning a funeral can be daunting. However, choosing the right funeral home can make all the difference in the world in making the process easier for you and your family during this difficult time. Here are some reasons why selecting the right funeral home is so important. Compassion and Support The right funeral home will provide you with…
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The death of a parent is a profound and life-altering experience. It can be an incredibly difficult time, filled with a range of emotions such as sadness, anger, and confusion. This article will explore what happens when a parent dies, including the immediate aftermath and long-term effects. Immediate Aftermath When a parent dies, shock and disbelief often fill the immediate aftermath. Losing a loved one is always difficult, but the…
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The funeral industry is a vast and diverse field that offers many career opportunities. While many people may think of funeral directors or morticians when they think of careers in the funeral industry, there are many other, lesser-known roles that are just as important. In this blog post, we will explore three lesser-known careers in the funeral industry: funeral service technicians, embalmers, and funeral celebrants. The first lesser-known career in…
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Losing a loved one is one of the hardest things we will ever go through in life. It can be difficult to come to terms with their absence and find ways to remember them and keep their memory alive. Here are 12 ways to honor and remember your loved one each month. January Write letters or journal entries about your loved one and your memories of them. Putting your thoughts…
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Did you know it’s OK to practice gratitude while grieving? After losing a loved one, feeling grateful is not something many anticipate while suffering. Yet, it’s not impossible to find yourself filled with an outpouring of gratitude following your loss. How we show our gratitude can affect the healing process. Gratitude can help bring together the past, present, and future and assist in closing the gap between you and your…
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Thanksgiving. A holiday to give thanks and enjoy three things: food, family, and football. This is great for most, but for some, the loss of a family member hits them hard at this time of year. So while you’re giving thanks and gathering with friends and family, here are some things you can do to include your loved one and their memory during your Thanksgiving holiday. Set a Place for…
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When you lose a loved one, you hear a lot about the stages of grief. You know, denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. We’ve all heard of them; they’ve been ingrained in our heads forever. But what f they aren’t correct? Do you know where they originated? We do! Take a look! Where Did the 5 Stages Originate? Introduced in the 1969 book titled On Death and Dying by Elisabeth…
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Last month we shared the top three things you should NOT do at a funeral. One of those things was not to dress like you’re headed for a night out and to ensure that your clothes are clean and pressed. Today we will dig a little deeper into what proper funeral attire is and what are the best choices you can make when deciding on your clothes for the day….
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