Way back when we launched the urngarden.com site, we tried to focus on inspirational people and images that would lift us up out of the darkness and hopefully … [Read more...] about Birds of a Feather: Cardinal Cremation Urn
Memorial Service Ideas
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...] about 4 Beautiful Symbolic Urns That Bring Peace and Rest to The Soul
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...] about Beauty from the Ashes: Blue Urns
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...] about March Astrology Signs and Birthstones
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...] about Acknowledging a Death Anniversary: A Few Ideas
The Eagle Usually Wins-Even at the Funeral
Its eagle season here in the Ozarks, lots of sightings and photos showing up on social media photography groups . The eagle has always captured the interest of … [Read more...] about The Eagle Usually Wins-Even at the Funeral
How to Avoid Mistakes When Planning a Funeral Service
Before you roll your eyes, stop and think about what I’m saying: making funeral arrangements is a lot like hosting a social gathering (I hate to call it a … [Read more...] about How to Avoid Mistakes When Planning a Funeral Service
Don’t Dismiss the Healing Power of Funeral Flowers
Sadly, funerals have been on my itinerary more frequently the last couple of years. One disturbing trend that's clear and often noted in the obituary is the … [Read more...] about Don’t Dismiss the Healing Power of Funeral Flowers
Beauty from the Ashes: Patriotic Cremation Urns
It’s no secret: more and more Americans are choosing cremation. In fact, cremation has been called the ‘new American way of death” – which has prompted greater … [Read more...] about Beauty from the Ashes: Patriotic Cremation Urns
How to Choose Pallbearers for the Funeral & What They Do
Earlier in the year, it was suggested that I write a post about pallbearers – how to choose suitable candidates, what are their duties and what’s required of … [Read more...] about How to Choose Pallbearers for the Funeral & What They Do