Have the Talk of a Lifetime

Coping With Memories Of Grief And Loss At Christmas

During the holiday season, everything is very cheery and bright. However, that's not how you feel inside when you have lost a loved one recently. While the festivities around you continue, you may ...
By Franklin Rainear Jr.
In Have the Talk of a Lifetime
Wednesday, December 18, 2019

5 Ideas For Creating New Holiday Traditions After A Death

Death in the family and the way that people deal with it changes based on many aspects.  Regardless of the reason for the end, it can be very challenging for people to deal with their loss, es...
By Franklin Rainear Jr.
In Have the Talk of a Lifetime
Thursday, November 14, 2019

Top Reasons To Pre-Plan Before You Need It

Unfortunately, our lives will end at some point in time. However, very few people consider pre-planning their funeral. While some find the thought very uncomfortable, others don't give too much tho...
By Franklin Rainear Jr.
In Have the Talk of a Lifetime
Monday, October 7, 2019

Ambiguous Grief And How To Deal With It

Human beings experience grief in different forms and for various reasons. Grief caused by the death of a loved one is the easiest to understand. Death is final, and the grieving individuals eventua...
By Franklin Rainear Jr.
In Have the Talk of a Lifetime
Thursday, September 12, 2019

What Can a Funeral Director Assist Me With?

When you are organizing a funeral service, the funeral director is the person who helps with all the arrangements. But they don't just plan and help with the modalities of the event. In addition to...
By Franklin Rainear Jr.
In Have the Talk of a Lifetime
Friday, August 16, 2019

Digital Life After Death - What You Need To Know

The digital world has infiltrated every aspect of our lives, and we have a lot of online interactions such as a social media accounts, payments portals, online shopping accounts as well as social m...
By Franklin Rainear Jr.
In Have the Talk of a Lifetime
Wednesday, July 17, 2019

4 Funeral Etiquette Tips You Need to Know

Attending a funeral can be difficult for many people. While it’s a way to show support to the family of the deceased and to say goodbye to the departed soul, some aren’t sure how they should offer ...
By Franklin Rainear Jr.
In Have the Talk of a Lifetime
Friday, June 28, 2019
Next >

Previous Posts

Remembering The Departed at Thanksgiving

When a loved one passes away, the memories of this person linger for years to come. During festivities, these memories bring back the feeling of the presence of a person around. This also lead...

What if I Want an Unconventional Funeral Service?

Death is something that will eventually come to every one of us and how we deal with it is a very personal matter. Traditionally, family members decided how the service will be held. They used to p...

Making Healthy Choices While Really Making It Through Grief

The way we eat, drink, love, and cope with stress, depression, anxiety, and sadness all play a big role in the state our mental health is in. Sometimes, it’s necessary to take a step back...

Overdose Awareness Day

There’s a crisis in our community caused by opioids and it’s time to stop ignoring the issue. It’s time to raise awareness of this tragedy! An overdose is having too much of a drug (or combination...

The Importance of Honoring Your Loved One’s Funeral Wishes

When a loved one passes away, it could be an extremely overwhelming and difficult time for the family and close friends. Aside from this, when it comes to planning the funeral service, there can be...

Pre-Planning Your Funeral

Not many people feel that they need to pre-plan their funeral and most aren’t comfortable with the process. This is especially true if they are hale and hearty and death is one of the things that’s...

What is The Philosophy of Hospice Care?

Hospices offer essential care during end of life, helping patients on their final journey so they don’t experience too much discomfort. This essential care can reduce a patient’s stress, help them ...