Tag Archives: Ashes



“Cremation or Burial? A Jewish View” by Doron Kornbluth

A case advocating burial over the increasingly popular practice of cremation

Modern society tends to prefer cremation: it is perceived as cheaper than a burial, more environmentally sound, and, well, just more hip. To the contemporary person, “the idea of scattering ashes seems a eco-friendly alternative” to burial. The idea of … Continue reading

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Remains Close to the Heart

Amanda Straka's bespoke memorial jewelry holds ashes in a sweet place

Moving through the process of mourning the death of someone you love is a complicated path. Through time, the sharp intensity of loss softens a bit. The deeply transformative throes of grief ebb and flow as we come to terms … Continue reading

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Memorial Idea for Ashes: Flower Heart

Scatter the ashes of your loved one beside a heart shaped floral arrangement

3 Tips for Your Own Floral Heart Ceremony: It’s not uncommon to scatter or bury cremation ashes under a favorite tree. Instead of tossing a few flower stems, SevenPonds suggests a memorial idea of placing a heart shaped floral arrangement … Continue reading

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Remembered in Ink

The growing popularity of memorial tattoos to honor and remember the deceased

Tattoos are not nearly the taboo they once were in our culture. In the past two or three decades, they have grown to become an almost-universally accepted form of artwork and personal expression, and their popularity has grown to cover … Continue reading

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