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While most know that their funeral will cost them or their family members, only 23% of people over the age of 50 have prepaid a portion of funeral or burial expenses for themselves or someone else, according to a 2007 AARP survey. Sometimes, it...
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I used to think that after the death of a loved one, the best way to cope was to talk about it, cry a little, share memories, maybe laugh a little and just keep going through life. This may be my way of coping after a death, it is not everyone’s...
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Dogs are known as man’s best friend, however, there are many companion animals that can help with emotional healing. Are you struggling to cope with the loss of a loved one? You may want to consider getting a pet. If you live in a city, your best...
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Cancer. It’s a feared word by all who hear it. Now imagine that you find out your child has been diagnosed with cancer. What a tremendous load that would be. For some of you, you don’t have to imagine it because it is a reality. September is...
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Finding the right funeral poem can be exhausting. There are so many options out there and many have been used over and over again. The important thing about finding the right funeral poem is whether or not the poem resonates with the family and...
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Have you ever been browsing your Facebook feed when you come across a friends post about a loved one passing away? What was your response? Is a quick comment saying, “I am sorry for your loss” appropriate as an expression of sympathy? Is it...
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When a loved one dies, are they cut off from the family after death? Which is more helpful to coping with death, to be active or passive? If you were told to “get lost” as the bereaved, is that such a bad...
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Getting married is an exciting and often stressful time. The planning, preparation, and anticipation can be wonderful for some, and torture to others. Overall, the wedding day is a beautiful time to celebrate the love you have for each other...
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With the summer heat pouring down on us, many of the gardeners out there are starting to gather harvest from their vegetable gardens or are enjoying the beautiful flowers from their flower garden. And of course weeding, there never seems to be an...
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Funerals serve an important purpose: they allow us to recognize a life that was...
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Bakken-Young Funeral Home Presents a special program for Professionals with Ben Wolfe, M.Ed., Licensed Independent...
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If roses grow in heaven, Lord please pick a bunch for me, Place them...
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