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...
by Linda Stuart | Mar 31, 2016 | Funerals, Death, and Dying
In her dresser drawer, they discovered a hand-written note that read, “When I die, please do nothing.” She had just taken her last breath. And so began the distressing dilemma that many families face: Honouring their loved-one’s request to do nothing or...