by Linda Stuart | May 27, 2020 | Funerals, Death, and Dying
By Linda Stuart & Diana Robinson During this time as many are acclimating to the new normal imposed by this pandemic, others are mourning alone as they attempt to absorb the reality that someone they love has died. Adding to their grief and inhibiting acceptance...
by Linda Stuart | Jan 6, 2020 | Funerals, Death, and Dying
“But why do I still feel so sad,” he asked, his damp eyes circling mine for an answer. I took hold of the strong hands belonging to the man I adore and struggled to find words to reconcile his broken heart. “Honey, your mother died. You’re supposed to feel sad.” I...
by Linda Stuart | Sep 2, 2019 | Funerals, Death, and Dying
“He wasn’t religious, so we didn’t have a funeral,” she told me. I was saddened to learn that my new friend had missed the opportunity to honour her wonderful husband’s life with a relevant and healing ceremony. She’d attended too many convenient, ready-made funerals...
by Linda Stuart | Jan 16, 2019 | Funerals, Death, and Dying, Life's Journey
You’ve been asked to give a eulogy. It’s an honour, it’s a privilege and, yes, it’s really hard. But few things in life that are worthwhile come easy, so grab a box of tissues, pour yourself a glass of something (no judgment) and carve out a few hours—because time is...
by Linda Stuart | Apr 3, 2018 | Funerals, Death, and Dying
Funerals may not be part of your Sunday family dinner conversation, but—having grown up with funerals in our family business—they have been part of mine for virtually my whole life. Couple that with my vocation as a Life-Cycle Celebrant, and I’ve learned a few things...
