Attend the wake, also known as a visitation(探望) or calling, at the funeral homeprior to(于……之前) the funeral. Approach the casket(<美>棺材), which may be open or closed, and offer a prayer or quiet reflection(沉思,回忆). A short stay of 15 minutes is considered appropriate to ...
Decisions to Make: During this meeting, you’ll likely be asked to decide on things like burial or cremation, what type of casket you’d like, whether or not to embalm the deceased, the type of visitation that will be held, the date of the funeral, who will lead the funeral, and ...
This prevents family and friends from finding out about the death through an obituary or online. And it gives people time to prepare for a funeral. This is a time when others can volunteer to help with planning and arranging the funeral, too. Honoring final wishes Next, the person in charg...
Because people perceive death in more than one way, the tone of an obituary can vary depending on who you’re speaking for and who you’re speaking to. Some families prefer the solemnity of a formal funeral announcement, while others prefer to celebrate life more casually. Consider who will...
As you may have read in my last post, this past week has been rough on me. From mourning, to funeral planning, to attending the service, I’ve been kind of wrapped up in all things sad lately.THANKFULLY I have a little one who is determined to see everyone around her be happy. I...
We spent some time atPlace de la Republiquewhich features an Obelisk and the town hall,Hotel De Ville.There was a large gathering for a funeral outside theChurch of St. Trophimeso we were unable to go in it. TheRomanesqueCatholic church was built between the 12th and 15th centuries. ...
I love this idea of spending a few days to remember those that are gone. We mourn at a funeral, but what do we do to allow ourselves to grieve over time? The biggest concerns that we as grievers have is that our loved ones are going to be forgotten. I think the idea of being ab...
Why are toxic people so hard to leave? If you try to leave a toxic person, things might get worse before they get better – but they will always get better. Always. Few things will ramp up feelings of insecurity or a need for control more than when someone questions familiar, old behav...