Monthly Archives: March 2010

What About “Man’s Best Friend”?

Posted on March 21, 2010 by

I was recently reminded of one of the most satisfying aspects of helping “families” through a loss. In as much as I spend each day sharing other’s journey of grief, it is less frequently that I get to help a … Continue reading →

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What’s Good For The Goose…

Posted on March 10, 2010 by

Those of us in funeral service have been experiencing a paradox over the last few decades. How is it that when a celebrity dies, we stop what we are doing to mourn someone we hardly knew, but when a family … Continue reading →

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A Much Needed Distraction

Posted on March 6, 2010 by

Over the years, I am constantly reminded by those around me that I do little more than work and sleep. Although that statement would be a slight exaggeration, unfortunately it isn’t too far below that threshold. Like most people, I’m … Continue reading →

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“Tonight, I will Sleep”

Posted on March 5, 2010 by

I first heard this story almost 15 years ago from my dear friend and mentor, Mr. Todd W. VanBeck. Whenever I have the opportunity to speak in front of a group of people, I try to make sure that I … Continue reading →

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