Georgia Cremation

Having contradictory emotions? Know that it is actually quite normal to feel very different emotions, especially during a crisis, sometimes even all at once. Yes, you can feel thankful for what you have AND stressed about what you could lose. Yes, you can feel alone in grief AND communally grieve together during this pandemic. Yes, you can stay positive today AND concerned about what tomorrow might bring.... Yes, you can support your loved ones AND need to focus on your own mental and physical health instead. Tag someone who might need to hear this today, and let us know some contradictory emotions you've been experiencing during this crisis.

Finding hope in despair is such an amazing gift to have. Perhaps a friend comes to mind who seems to always give you hope and positivity, or you feel that you yourself have this gift. Maybe you find hope through religion, a belief in a higher being. It's possible something as simple as a grandchild's smile gives you hope for the future. What is it that gives YOU hope during difficult times?

When you speak with grieving friends or loved ones, feel free to briefly share some kind words about the deceased. Any tips you have when attending a funeral? ...

Losing a loved one is hard, but there are many ways you can memorialize their memory. This site gives some creative ideas you may not have thought of.

I will no longer make excuses for the mess in my head!

What do we live for, if it is not to make life less difficult for each other? - George Eliot Who do you lean on during difficult moments in your life?

"The happiest people don't have the best of everything, they make the best of everything." - Unknown

Here is one way to hold onto memories: This link from ehow explains how to make funeral flowers into beads for jewelry.

Show your loved ones you're thinking of them by sharing this virtual hug! ( Do you have a friend or family who is grieving the loss of a loved one? Reach out to them to see how they are doing. Grieving, on top of all the changes and fear that's come from this crisis, is challenging to say the least. You don't have to know what to say, just be there for them. )

"Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don't mind, it doesn't matter." - Mark Twain

Memories are special moments that tell our story. A precious legacy we have after someone we love dies are our memories. In creating a meaningful service or celebration of life, make sure to plan for sharing of memories.

He's thanking his iPhone flashlight app... for a great rescue!

A "healing box" ... What a beautiful and moving community project! ( In case you want to learn more, we found a few videos further explaining this project: https://vimeo.com/user84529559 )

...A beautiful and personal way to honor their memory. The painting could be of whatever you desire, and completely unique. What are some ideas you have for memorializing a loved one?

Most airlines allow cremated remains on board as carry-on or checked baggage, but the container holding the remains must pass through the x-ray machine or it will not be allowed through security. Cremated remains can also be air-shipped as cargo but only by known shippers (a known shipper is designated as such after passing inspection and quali cation rules set by the US Transport Security Agency [TSA]). In addition, to transport remains on an airplane, you must provide a death or cremation certificate for the cremated remains in order to carry them on board. Interested in learning more about cremated remains? Get our complimentary handout today, Cremation: Things To Consider: http://georgiacremation.celebrate-life.us/choosing-cremati/

Always be conscious of state and federal laws when scattering, and be sure to check with the location first. Cremation is an ancient tradition, dating back at least 20,000 years. Scattering cremated remains is a wonderful and time honored way to lay your loved ones to rest. Do you have any interesting places you’d want to be scattered? Are you interested in reading more about cremation? Get our complimentary Cremation: Things To Consider PDF today: http://georgiacremation.celebrate-life.us/choosing-cremati/

Today we honor our Veterans for their service!

We believe cremation can and should be an experience, not just a disposition choice (between burial or cremation). An experience, saying goodbye to a loved one, is necessary regardless of what you choose for the body’s final resting place. The grieving process starts at a funeral, celebration of life, or gathering of some sort. Sharing memories and the life of your loved one makes such an impact. In planning for your own funeral, or at the time of need for a loved one, consider creating an experience for friends, families, colleagues, and neighbors to say goodbye and begin the grieving process. If you would like us to contact you to answer any questions regarding a celebration of life, let us know if you prefer communication by phone or email: http://georgiacremation.celebrate-life.us/reach-out/

Wishing all a safe and enjoyable 4th of July!