Articles to help you cope with the loss of a loved one.
Is there really life after death?
life after death? Over the years I’ve been searching for answers. Where have our loved one's gone? Is there a heaven or hell? Does God exist? Will we see our loved one's again? What is this life all about? I've struggled with grief and loss over the years and have...
Cherish the children
When it comes to wakes and funerals children seem to be overlooked to a large extent. That has been my observation and personal experience during wakes and funerals of people I have lost at a very young age. A pat on the head, a smile but that’s it. Adults...
How much does a funeral cost?
How much does a funeral cost? By Bereavement Pins | Coping with grief, Funeral costs can be exorbitant and daunting, to say the least. And obviously, they come at the worst possible time, when you’re in the midst of dealing and coping with loss and grieving. It's...
Don’t be so hard on yourself
Don’t be so hard on yourself Sometimes music and its lyrics can touch us in ways we need to be touched to allow ourselves to be opened up to healing, and the processes that restore us and make us whole again. So I wanted to share with you the lyrics to some music...
Cardboard Coffins Orla’s Carriage
Image of cardboard coffin from https://mourningdovestudio.com/Cardboard Coffin, Orla’s Carriage By Bereavement Pins | Orla’s Carriage | When I was asked to assist at the funeral of 9yr old Orla Mullins, nearly two years ago, my heart sank with sorrow for her family....
Hospital Mortuary
Hospital Mortuary If you have ever wondered who takes care of your loved one when Hospital Mortuary services are required, here is a very reassuring and interesting article about a lady whose commitment to caring and compassion makes her a very special lady indeed....