Funeral

February 26, 2014
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So, What’s a Celebrant?

Last year I had never heard of a Celebrant. A what? What do they do? Sounds weird. Last week I walked into a room with 20 […]
August 28, 2013
“How Do You Handle Working at a Mortuary?” | A Labor Day Special

“How Do You Handle Working at a Mortuary?” | A Labor Day Special

I often wondered what Labor Day was as a kid, what did I care, I got time off from school was my thinking. As I got […]
August 14, 2013
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“So, Who Was the Funeral For?” | Creating Sacred Moments

I recently attended a service where the officiant said, “funerals aren’t for the person who died, they are for the living.” I initially disliked this idea, […]
July 24, 2013
Diversity in Death: Lessons Learned from A Giant

Diversity in Death: Lessons Learned from A Giant, 2 Families, and a Hare Krishna

Diversity is a constant in life. It teaches us how to be flexible under stress, to appreciate ourselves and each other. Diversity tells us that it’s […]
April 3, 2013
Why Too Many Funerals Aren’t Worth Going To (& How To Fix That!)

Why Too Many Funerals Aren’t Worth Going To (& How To Fix That!)

If you’ve ever attended one of Dr. Bill Hoy’s seminars, you’ve inevitably heard about the importance of ceremony, how he attends every funeral he can, and […]
December 30, 2011
Happy New Year: The Importance of Preparation

Happy New Year: The Importance of Preparation

As we all prepare for a New Year, I’m reminded of the importance of preparation. I’d venture to say that all of us, in one way […]