“Ready, aim, fire!” a yell orders. Rifles fire at once. The sounds repeat in an organized pattern. Black suits stand with white hats, saluting in white gloves. Fighter jets close in overhead and zoom by. One jet skyrockets upwards...
Read life storyAre you contemplating how to honor your loved ones who’ve passed away, especially at...
Read life storyAre you considering tattoo ideas as a memorial to a loved one who passed...
Read life storyMemorable funeral favors are a nice way to remember loved ones. It is so...
Read life storyThere are a variety of reasons you plan a loved one’s funeral. Death can...
Read life storyBy Chaplain Julia Rajtar, MAPS, BCC A woman’s mother recently died, and she was...
Read life storyOne of the most recognized ways of handling grief and other strong emotions is to journal. Journaling is expressing yourself through writing, or drawing, the emotions and feelings you are experiencing. There is no right or wrong way to journal...
Read life storyFinding 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...
Read life storyGetting 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...
Read life storyIf roses grow in heaven, Lord please pick a bunch for me, Place them...
Read life storyFathers play such an important role in the lives of their children, which makes losing them even more devastating. Whether you lost the husband of your children or your own dad, Father’s Day can be a sad reminder of the loss you and your family...
Read life storyIn Ireland, upon the death of a loved one in the rural country, the body is laid out and is “waked” by the friends and neighbors. After the family and friends have had time to intensely lament for their beloved, food and whiskey are brought out...
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