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Why Do Jews Put Stones On Graves?
Walking through a traditional Jewish cemetery reveals scores of stones that have been placed upon the headstones and graves of the deceased. But why are these stones on Jewish graves, and who put them there? The stones found on Jewish grave markers signify that someone came to visit the grave and are intended as a…
Read More“What You Are Now We Used To Be; What We Are Now You Will Be…”
My Visit To The Capuchin Crypt My wife and I were in Italy last Halloween Eve. We decided that the most appropriate way to commemorate Halloween was to sign up for a Roman “Crypt Tour” and visit some of the oldest known burial sites in the world. However, when we visited the Capuchin Crypt we…
Read MoreRead The Fine Print
It May Not Cover Pandemics Talk about fine print surprising and hurting consumers…if you read the fine print on most medical travel insurance policies you will discover that they exclude coverage for pandemics, including COVID-19. This means, even if you purchase medical travel insurance that is intended to cover medical expenses while traveling, you aren’t…
Read MoreCremation Rates Around The World
Cremation Rates Around The World Cremation Rates Around The World. Ever wonder how many people get cremated around the world? Well, it turns out that the United States lags most industrialized countries in terms of cremation versus burial. What Drives the Choice for Cremation? So, why do some people opt for cremation while others stick…
Read MoreKeys to a successful water scatter
Keys to a Successful Water Scatter Almost every day we are asked about water scattering of ashes. We know that water scattering can be a meaningful and impactful way to say goodbye to your loved one. But, we also know that water scattering can be a disaster. Things That Can Affect The Scatter Wind, current,…
Read More7 Tips To Help Prevent Deadly Drug Interactions
Online Pharmacies Present New Risks COVID-19 has changed the way we shop, and that includes how prescription drugs are purchased. Many of us are purchasing drugs through the Internet and having them delivered to our homes. While convenient, online pharmacies present new risks. The problem created by online pharmacies is the loss of the last line…
Read MoreGrief Counseling and the Enduring Burden of Loss
I have suffered the loss of close family members, and, while I have gotten used to the passing of my loved ones, I have never gotten over it. Some days, it seems to me that the funerals of my parents, Aunts and Uncles, Nephew and close friends were just yesterday, and I am overwhelmed with…
Read MoreHow To Avoid Funeral And Cremation Scams
Learn The Do’s And Don’ts Purchasing a funeral or cremation for yourself, or a loved one, is vastly different than all other consumer purchases. The combination of grief, fear and loss makes everyone vulnerable. Unscrupulous funeral directors regularly take advantage of customer vulnerability to take advantage of customers. They use high-pressure sales techniques designed to…
Read MoreFunerals For The Super-Rich
Ever Wonder What People With Lots Of Money Do When They Die? A few days ago I came across an article that was written by Jason Sheeler of the Telegraph (a London-based newspaper). Unfortunately, it is behind a paywall, so I thought I would give you a synopsis The article details burial and funeral trends…
Read MoreCremation Provides Families With Choices
Among the most important reasons to choose cremation over a traditional burial is the flexibility in funeral service options provided by cremation. Many of these funeral service options may have little or no cost while still providing a meaningful opportunity to say “goodbye” to a loved one who has passed. Among the types of funeral…
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