“Go Rest High on That Mountain” Performed by Vince Gill

I know your life
On earth was troubled
And only you could know the pain
You weren’t afraid to face the devil
You were no stranger to the rain
Go rest high on that mountain
Son, your work on earth is done
Go to heaven a shoutin’
Love for the Father and the Son Read more

“Father and Son” performed by Cat Stevens

It’s not time to make a change
Just relax, take it easy
You’re still young, that’s your fault
There’s so much you have to know
Find a girl, settle down
If you want you can marry
Look at me, I am old, but I’m happy

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“Billy & Sue” – BJ Thomas (1966)

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This is a story about Billy and Sue
They were as in love as were any two
And yet Billy had to die
And when you hear the reason why
You’ll hang your head and cry Read more

What Are Your Options For Funding A Funeral Service?

You don’t need to be in a quandary when it comes to funding a funeral service. There are many options available for you today so it is needless for you to worry about the availability of money. Aside from the usual methods of financing such activity, new innovative methods have been developed to ease the financial burden of those who are already grieving because of the loss of a loved one. To help you get out of this financially trying situation, here are some options that you can use for funding a funeral service. Read more

What is Hospice care?

Death is not something most people like to talk about. Thinking of the death of your loved one can give rise to many emotional and spiritual issues. It’s not an easy topic to talk about when it comes to family and caretakers. When death is approaching we either sulk in grief, losing hope, fear leaving everyone or we live bravely till the end. Hospice is a gift to help grieving families share the end of life experience with personal care. Family members appreciate the support and care given to them by the Hospice staff in facilitating a peaceful death. Read more

“Spirit in the Sky” by Gareth Gates

32571266385_5f5b09aee1A lot of us are uncomfortable talking about death. In fact, many wish that they never have to experience it or never find the need to talk about it. After all, we do want our loved ones to never leave us. As for us, death is the last thing on our minds especially when we are too busy trying to continuously achieve our goals and make our dreams come true. However, it will happen someday.

When the time comes that we pass on from this world, we all wish that it would be somewhere peaceful, free and filled with happiness. Whether we are religious or not, at one point, we will hope that we will be greeted by a higher being who will welcome us with open arms. Read more

“I Don’t Know How to Say Goodbye” performed by Linda Eder

The leaves must turn
The wind must blow
The heart must learn
When it’s time for the heart to let go
But when I think of you
My heart knows why
I don’t know how to say goodbye Read more

8 Fascinating Funeral Traditions Around the World

2531072604_9d3d5d6bccWe live in a beautifully diverse world. From religious and cultural practices to a plethora of beliefs, it’s what defines us a group and society.

For one, burials and funeral traditions vary from one country to the next. In fact, there are plenty of strange albeit fascinating funeral traditions around the world that continue to boggle our minds. This is the very reason why many tourists flock from one side of the world to the next.  Read more

Counselors Tips: How to Cope with Christmas Grief

30888073824_1f11593099Christmas is a joyous season for many. However, not everyone feels the same way. There are those who have just recently lost someone and the holidays may be nothing more but a time to remember what was lost. This becomes an exceptionally challenging time for them. Read more

Helpful Funeral Etiquette Tips

29450965401_15a6e4decbDealing with the death of a loved one is the most excruciating ordeal people go through. While it may be difficult for one to act in a supposed “certain” way when they lose someone they love, proper funeral etiquette remains as an essential part of the occasion particularly among those who are attending and offering their condolences. Read more