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October 2, 2024The death of a loved one is overwhelming, and most of us don’t know what to do when someone dies. One of the most difficult tasks can be sorting through the belongings of your lost loved one. Getting rid of their things can be painful because it feels like you are throwing away your memories together and removing the traces of their life. Their things feel like more than just “stuff.”
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July 17, 2024We all know about the superstitions surrounding cemeteries — don’t walk on the grass, don’t knock on the headstones, and don’t stay after dark. But are any of these actually true? Let’s take a look at 6 cemetery superstitions and see if there’s any merit to them.
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July 10, 2024When reviewing cremation options, either for end-of-life planning for yourself or the immediate need of a loved one, you may wonder if there are cemeteries that can provide a final resting place for people who choose cremation.
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June 7, 2024If you aren’t sure about the type of wake you would like to hold, be sure to contact the team at The Gardens to discuss your options and get a better idea of what might work best for you and your family.
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April 8, 2024fter a formal funeral, there may be something called a repass — a time for family members and friends to gather, eat, drink, and mingle in a less formal environment. A repass, also known as a repast to some, can be a major relief to the immediate family and closest loved ones who have been through a difficult day.
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December 13, 2023Legacy planning isn’t complicated, but it can be overwhelming for loved ones and family members to make sense of any unresolved details after the loss of their loved one. This is why it’s an important and thoughtful gift that you can leave behind by tying up all of these loose ends beforehand.
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December 5, 2023After a loss, people are often inundated with calls and visitors, so taking the time to put your words to paper can give them some emotional space and time before taking a look. It’s not necessary to deliver it to the receiver at the funeral home or cemetery.
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November 30, 2023From memorial stones to a memorial garden bench, there are many ways to remember your lost loved one and ensure that your garden is a soothing place where you feel closer to them.
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November 26, 2023After the death of a friend or loved one, those left behind are faced with all sorts of emotions, thoughts, and feelings as they come to terms with their loss. One of the big questions that tend to cause undue stress and anxiety is about attire: what is appropriate to wear at a funeral?
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November 20, 2023While there is no one answer for how long someone will live, understanding average life expectancy can give us a general idea. And while lifestyle choices, access to healthcare, and genetics all play a role in lifespan, making healthy choices is key to living a long and prosperous life.
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November 13, 2023Planning your own funeral is no easy task. It may not be pleasant to think about our own passing, let alone how you want others to celebrate your life once you are gone. Funeral pre-planning, however, is a worthwhile process that can help benefit you and your loved ones in many ways.
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November 7, 2023Depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues and mental illnesses have reached epidemic proportions in the United States. In 2019, the most recent year for CDC data at the time of writing, 47,511 people died by intentional self-harm — the tenth leading cause of death in the US. Suicide rates have been increasing since 1999 and show no signs of slowing down.
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