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Cremation or Burial - Carbon Emissions and the Green Effect
Cremation is becoming popular. Many funeral homes and cemeteries support 'green burials', which don't use harmful chemicals. Many use biodegradable caskets. But which one of these is more environmentally friendly? The answer might surprise you.
Submitted 07/23/08.
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Sending Funeral Flowers - The Religious Connotations
Receiving flowers lifts the spirits. The sending of sympathy flowers helps the recipient come to terms with grief, and the gesture of someone taking the time to send flowers promotes healing of the emotions. Here are some guidelines.
Submitted 07/23/08.
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Settling the Estate of a Deceased Loved One
It can be easy to lose track of the business of wrapping up personal affairs and settling a deceased loved one's estate. Here are some tips to help get through this difficult time and ensure that the surviving family members are prepared.
Submitted 07/22/08.
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Manslaughter - Guilty by Definition
As a nurse, I had witnessed some weird and wonderful things. Occasionally, one of them stands out as significant. I once went to Australia with a working visa. What happened here would alter my perception of life and what nursing was all about.
Submitted 07/21/08.
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The Role of Funerals in Today's Society
There are many tasks and arrangements that need to be settled following a death. Therefore, it is vital for family members and close friends of the deceased to provide support for each other and help out in whatever way they can.
Submitted 07/21/08.
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How to Write a Eulogy: The Basics
Writing and delivering a first rate eulogy is essential. This article will outline the main points to consider when writing a eulogy that will honor someone's passing in a thoughtful and effective manner.
Submitted 07/17/08.
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Religious Perspectives of Death
Each religion has its own take on death, and this perspective is often what gives people the ability to get through the loss of their loved ones and still have a zest for life. However, it does not mean that the loss of a loved one will be easy.
Submitted 07/16/08.
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Coping with the Tragedy of Suicide
Dealing with the loss of a loved one whose death was a result of suicide is very challenging. In addition to the immense feelings of loss and sadness, you may also be experiencing shock, blame, anger, and trouble understanding what went wrong.
Submitted 07/15/08.
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Eulogy Writing: The Origins of Funeral Eulogy Poems
Whether used in a speech, obituary, or epitaph, eulogies and elegies are beautiful ways to find the beauty in sadness, the laudation in mournful observance. The two distinct literary styles have a long and surprising history.
Submitted 07/14/08.
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Online Memorials: A Loved One's Story in a Virtual World
So much can be learned by reading someone's obituary, but that sometimes only scratches the service of how a person lived, what he or she loved, and how much he or she was loved. An online memorial can help keep a memory alive.
Submitted 07/10/08.
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How to Preserve Memories of Pets via Artistic Pet Urns
People are adopting more creative ways to preserve the memory of their beloved pets. Many are seeking ways that they can honor their cherished friends with artistic pet memorials that blend with the home and are eco-friendly.
Submitted 07/09/08.
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How to Write an Obituary
Writing and submitting obituaries can be done in different ways. There are no specific rules when it comes to writing obituaries. All that's really important is writing a tribute that honors the life of the deceased. This article explains.
Submitted 06/30/08, edited 06/30/08.
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The Public Speaking Test for Anxiety
It seems that most people at a funeral would rather be the person in the coffin than the one giving the eulogy! Although this might not be completely true, the truth is that public speaking is something that most people would gladly not face.
Submitted 06/26/08.
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Best Flowers to Show Sympathy
Flowers are a way in which people let others know that they are thinking about them in both good times and in bad, but it is in the bad times when people need to know that they are supported, especially in a time of grief.
Submitted 06/23/08.
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Family History - 3 Creative Ways to Leave Your Own Legacy
You're probably already capturing digital memories. Hopefully, you've started converting your non-digital files to digital format. Maybe you're using your video camera. Here are three methods that add a new level to your memories and family history.
Submitted 06/20/08, edited 06/20/08.
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Stress as a Widow's Companion
How do you cope as a widow? You can only float for so long, avoiding the changes. Your life has turned around drastically; but eventually, you have to acknowledge the changes as they take root. Once a widow, your life is never the same.
Submitted 06/17/08, edited 06/17/08.
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Children Reacting to Grief: Can You Make Everything Okay?
The biggest wounds after my husband's death were the wounds of my children. I felt like I could handle anything at any time that happened to me, but when it involved my children, all bets were off. I wanted to take away their hurts.
Submitted 06/11/08.
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Crafting a New Life as a Widow
Joy has a way of creeping up on you when you least expect it, yes, even in the midst of loss. I discovered it's a waste of energy to feel guilt over a moment of joy while in the pain of loss. So how do you craft your new life as a widow?
Submitted 06/06/08.
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How Will You Be Remembered?
Consider what message you are giving your coworkers, customers, friends and family. How do you choose to be remembered? Have you ever wondered about your own funeral? How many people will attend and what do you imagine they will say about your life?
Submitted 06/04/08.
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Estate Planning for your Elderly Parents
We all get older and eventually need help from others. The more prepared you are today, the easier it will be for everyone down the road. If you haven't had these discussions with your parents, it may be time to start laying the groundwork.
Submitted 06/02/08.
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