In less than two months, I’ll turn 65; a sobering fact. As I look back over my life from this vantage point, I can clearly see how loss, and the grief it … [Read more...]
The Top 10 Benefits of Laughter
Just a few days ago, it was April fool’s Day – one of my least favorite holidays (I don’t like being pranked; I think it’s rather rude). But that doesn’t mean I … [Read more...]
4 Beautiful Symbolic Urns That Bring Peace and Rest to The Soul
When families are faced with shopping for an urn to store a loved ones ashes, it's usually a pretty dark day. With all the choices that are available to buy … [Read more...]
Beauty from the Ashes: Blue Urns
In the previous post I mentioned the American Gem Society states there are two birthstones for March: the widely-accepted aquamarine, and the less-well-known … [Read more...]
March Astrology Signs and Birthstones
For anyone who’s fascinated with astrology, this bit of news won’t be surprising at all: Aries is actually the first of the signs of the zodiac. Being in the … [Read more...]
Self-Care for Caregivers: The Art of Living with Dying
Without doubt, human beings become aware of the concept of ‘death’ fairly early in childhood – unless adult family members choose to shield them from what they … [Read more...]
Pet Loss – I Feel Your Pain
Yesterday I took a call from a pet owner who lost their sweet 16 year old Shih Tzu last week. She found the heart shaped pet urn with angel wings and had some … [Read more...]
Acknowledging a Death Anniversary: A Few Ideas
I’ve been thinking and writing about death anniversaries for years. Most recently it was “Twelve Ways to Celebrate a Loved One’s Death Anniversary.” This time … [Read more...]
Beauty from the Ashes: Amethyst Cremation Urns
Today’s post began as a short look at purple urns, in keeping with this month’s focus on the astrological sign Pisces, and the birthstone associated with … [Read more...]
Astrology Signs and Birthstones: February
This week we’re looking at the second of the astrology signs Pisces. Often represented as two fish, swimming in opposite directions, Pisces is (rather … [Read more...]