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“Songbird” by Fleetwood Mac:
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First the Wealth Gap, Now the U.S. Has a Growing Health Gap:
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How to Comfort A Dying Loved One:
End-of-life expert Dr. Marianne Matzo explains some simple ways to offer solace
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Category Archives: Practical Tips
Our Annual Seven Holiday Gifts for Someone Who Is Grieving, 2024 Edition
Gracious gifts that spread love and beauty
The holidays have a way of making loss feel even more pronounced. If you have friends or family members (or you yourself) who are feeling the impact of death this season — whether fresh or long-standing — a thoughtful gift … Continue reading
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Our Monthly Tip: Have a Candlelight Ceremony During the Holidays
Reflect upon a loved one's life with an intimate gathering around candles
The ritual of lighting a candle to pay tribute to the life of a loved one has long been part of many cultures all over the world. The flame can symbolize the light that person brought to our lives, and … Continue reading
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Our Monthly Tip: Toast a Loved One with a Personalized Glass
Etching the glassware adds a touch of class to any memorial gathering keepsake
Our Tip of the Month Offer guests a personalized etched glass with the name of the loved one you’re honoring at a memorial service or celebration of life. When throwing any kind of celebration, it has become de rigueur for … Continue reading
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Our Monthly Tip: DIY Crocheted Memory Stones
Create these uniquely wrapped memory stones for funeral guests to treasure
Our Tip of the Month Crocheted memory stones can make a meaningful, tangible memorial gift – and they can also be extremely beautiful. For someone who loves to crochet, these lovely, wrapped stones can make the ultimate parting gift at … Continue reading
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Our Monthly Tip: Preserve Meaningful Text Messages from a Loved One
How to save treasured communications, before or after someone's death
Our Tip of the Month After a loved one dies, one of the most acute pains is often the loss of direct communication with them. If you have the foresight to preserve meaningful text messages, reading prior communications can help … Continue reading
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Our Monthly Tip: Create an Annual Ritual to Celebrate the Birthday of Your Child Who Died
A heartfelt way to honor the child's life, and process grief in a positive way
Our Tip of the Month The loss of a child is a uniquely devastating experience which often leaves parents feeling isolated in their grief. One way to cut through that feeling of isolation is to invite friends and loved ones … Continue reading
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