Death is coming

The closer death creeps up upon me the less I am able to understand the reasons for life or living.

Yes I have experienced a close family member dying and unlike television it takes decades to handle such a thing. To think I am going to put my family through such a thing when I finally leave is more horrific to me than the thought of death itself.

My life was and is still a learning experience but when all said and done what am I to do with all this accumulated learning over my lifetime if I just die. There is no logic or reason to this.

Long ago I became aware that the God story that is sold to the majority is just a nice story to give mankind with a message of a basic layout of how nice life could be if everyone followed these ideas. Not many in life do and if one thinks about it the good and evil structures actually depend on each other. The good that can be experienced in life is only understood as good when there is it's opposite to compare it to. This is not rocket science only common sense in reality. I am not saying we need to experience bad but understanding in it is needed to appreciate the great things many of us can have in our lives. From birth to death there are many ways mankind helps his fellow man. How many ways can you help?


Sunday, December 15, 2013

Finding A Good Cemetery Memorial

By Tom Tree


When people are looking to purchase a memorial grave for a recently deceased loved one, they should look around until they find a stone that is brilliant and radiant. By finding a good stone, family members can ensure that their loved one is given a proper send-off. All members of the family will be thankful for the choice.

Some loved ones may choose to place messages on the stone. Such a task may be accomplished by a professional in the field. With special tools and equipment, the message can be etched into the headstone. If the person who has recently died was a lovely father and husband, for example, then the words on the stone should reflect this.

The size of the stone should also be carefully mulled over. While some families will be happy with simple markers, others will want extravagant stones that tower above the cemetery. Some people may even choose to have stones custom made. This way, they can get a style that is exactly what they are looking for.

Purchasers should carefully consider the rock type. If they wish to buy something that will hold up for a long period of time, they will of course want to go with granite. In fact, granite is made up of various colors that will be radiant in both the sun and the rain. Because granite is an igneous rock that is formed underground, it will not weather easily.

Families who have been left behind when a loved one passes on should make sure to examine their financial situation before they go forward. When they know how much they can afford to spend on the funeral, they can do a better job. Some markers, of course, will be very expensive. Smart financial choices will ensure that every part of the funeral can be adequately paid for.

The location of the ceremony should be considered beforehand. Urban cemeteries, for example, may sometimes be more expensive than rural cemeteries. Individuals should look into the various rules and regulations so that they know what to expect. This way, the loved one can be given an elegant service that is line with his/her wishes.

In the end, finding a Memorial Grave does not have to be overly hard going forward. As long as families take their time and commit to the process at hand, a fine marker can be found. The person who has died will be remembered in the hearts and souls of family members and friends for the rest of their lives.




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