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“As Tears Go By” by Marianne Faithfull: How a poignant song gained gravitas through the artist's life experiences -
“The Sea” by John Banville: An astounding representation of the grieving mind -
Funeral Favors Offer Visitors a Tangible Memento: Printed or engraved items allow for a personal touch
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Tag Archives: Mother Nature
What American Indian Burial Rituals Can Teach Us
Green burial is all the rage today, but many Native American tribes continue to practice it as they have for thousands of years
In these days of increasing eco-conscious, less-is-more aestheticism, many of those preparing for an end-of-life are beginning to question the need for elaborate caskets, garish flower displays and environmentally unsound cemeteries. Home funerals too, that is, the family keeping, cleaning … Continue reading
Our Weekly Tip: Take Refuge in Nature’s Tender Touch
Timeless techniques for navigating grief with natural materials
Our Tip of the Week: Spending time in direct physical contact with the elements offers a chance to slow down our troubled minds to the pace of a flower’s unfolding, to offer up our hearts to a gust of wind … Continue reading
