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?


Monday, December 16, 2013

Headstones And Memorials May Come In A Wide Variety Of Designs

By Timothy Tree


When people buy headstones for their loved ones, they are typically looking for something that is appropriate to the particular circumstances. Headstones For Graves come in a wide range of styles, from small and simple to elaborate and extravagant. While shopping for a headstone can be a challenging task, finding the right item is important.

Many people simply want a tasteful marker that does not display too much detail. Such a headstone might be cut in a shape that is flat, and then etched with bold, simple writing. Flat gravestones can often be found in a gray shade that is quite elegant, and they may also be available in black or white. A flat marker could be appropriate for numerous people, and it is apt to be an affordable option.

Some people prefer a headstone that is a bit larger than a flat marker. An upright headstone may be a better option for such individuals. Upright markers can be tall and narrow or short and wide. There is generally more surface room for lettering on an upright headstone, which is ideal for those who wish to have more than a line or two of wording etched into the stone.

Various specialty markers could also be available. Markers shaped like hearts are always popular. A headstone shaped like a heart could come in white, red, black or gray. It might be inscribed with several lines from a favorite poem, or with only a few meaningful words. Sometimes, a stone figure shaped like a cross or angel could accompany a heart shaped headstone.

Carved flowers are also popular options in headstone designs. A gravestone could have carved flowers on all of its borders. It might also have a small bunch of flowers added onto one of its corners. Flower images can also be engraved into the stone, in the same way that the lettering would be.

Grave markers may be made of a stone such as granite. Granite markers might be green, red, white, gray or black. Granite designs are quite diverse, and they can range greatly in their hues. Many granite styles are marbled or flecked with one or two colors. Bronze is another option for a headstone. Words may be etched into bronze, just as they can be engraved on granite.

Choosing the right headstone is important, especially to those who plan to visit a grave on a regular or occasional basis. There are numerous kinds of headstones for graves that people may consider. From bronze to granite, heart shaped to rectangular, and flat to upright, the possibilities are profuse.




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