Burial Traditions Wednesday, September 30, 2015 Although the term burial is defined as placing a body in the ground, burial traditions can vary according to culture, status, and the availability of certain resources. While a certain reverence and respect for the dead is paid in most parts, there are many methods in which the memorial process is carried out. Keep reading to learn more about the many different kinds of burial and remembrance.
Respecting the Dead Wednesday, September 23, 2015 Regardless of religious affiliation, there is a common thread that binds all the people in this world, and that thread is the reality of death. There is a reason that most religions have dedicated ceremonies to commemorate the deceased. These ceremonies allow community members to gather and pay their respects in a meaningful way.
There is nothing quite like the joy of a child that shares a special bond with an animal. Pet ownership can positively affect your children in many ways, but the departure of a pet is often a child’s first real experience with death. Telling a child about the death of a pet can be very difficult, but some parents use this opportunity as an educational moment to talk about the cycle of life.
How to Bury Your Pet Legally Wednesday, September 9, 2015 The loss of a pet is often followed by substantial grief. While it is not uncommon to hear people downplay the loss of their pets, the truth of the matter is that the loss of a pet can affect us just as deeply as the loss of a family member or friend. Nothing can replace the barks, memories, and slobbery licks that we hold so dear to our hearts.
Check your local cemetery regulations, about the gravestone size, dimension, and the gravestones they do not allow. For example, some cemeteries only allow granite and bronze headstones. Decide the material, design, and inscription that you want on the marker.
Losing a loved one is never easy, especially when you are far from home. Beyond the emotional upheaval from devastating news, a death during college can often inflict undue pressure from academic commitments. If you have a child in college or a college student in the family, the news of death should come from a place of support and total understanding.
