Why Talking About Death is Essential
Only two things in life are certain to happen to us all. We are all born, and we will all die. So why do so many of us still find it difficult to talk about death? And why is it important that we should? In this post, I look at some of the reasons people…
Notes on Writing a Eulogy
If you’re preparing to say goodbye to someone important to you, there is a lot to think about. A significant part of the funeral ceremony is the eulogy or tribute. Putting this together can feel like the most overwhelming thing. You might be wondering where to start. Or how to find the words to sum…
Saying Goodbye Your Way
Hello and welcome to my first blog post! I wanted to talk today about options when it comes to saying goodbye. Funerals have long been regarded as very formal, sombre occasions. Everyone wears black and the ceremony doesn’t reflect the person who has died in any way. They don’t have to be like that at…