Missing your mom is natural. When she passed away, even when you’ve just been apart for a period of time, you miss her. That’s because moms are so special. They provide you with love, are there when you need them most and have that knack of making everything alright. So when they’re gone we all … Read more
When we lose someone so important from our lives, like a father, it’s normal to miss them. When all you’ve known is your dad always being there to find him suddenly gone is a huge shock. Losing your father also means a loss of security, of the man you looked up to and who was … Read more
When someone experiences a loss, we reach out with our condolences and sympathy. That may be through simple words in a condolence message, a few words in a sympathy card/note with some flowers or a gift, maybe even just a quick text message. But one thing that is very common amongst all the ways we … Read more
Tragically over 700,000 people die due to suicide every year. It’s common amongst the young, but affects all different age groups and the number of deaths doesn’t even take into account the failed suicide attempts. So with it being so prevalent it’s important for us to acknowledge and discuss it. Trying to understand why so … Read more
Losing a horse is awful. Whilst they don’t have the same reputation for being a pet like a cat or dog does that doesn’t mean their owners don’t develop bonds and relationships that are just as strong. Horses and their owners have a unique relationship that shouldn’t be underestimated. And just because it doesn’t look … Read more
Burying someone after they have passed away is incredibly hard. Not only because of the pain of having to say goodbye but also having to arrange the funeral when grieving. Funerals planning requires a lot of administration and hard work. So it’s easy to be overwhelmed, especially whilst also dealing with your grief. And something … Read more
A funeral is always hard. It’s emotionally draining and upsetting just as a regular attendee, but it’s even more difficult as someone giving a reading or eulogy. Finding the words for a funeral can put a lot of pressure on you alongside the grief you’re already experiencing. It’s understandable to want your memorial reading or … Read more
When we lose someone special it can be hard to let go. How can you say goodbye to a person that meant so much to you? But unfortunately we don’t have a choice. Sometimes we lose those closest to us. It’s sad but inevitable. So finding the right way to say goodbye to them is … Read more
The loss of a cat is horrific. The animals we bring into our lives become part of the family and are loved just as much. So the loss of a pet, specifically the loss of a cat is truly heartbreaking. Cats might not come across as the most loving pet. They are probably better know … Read more
Sometimes after a death you’ll want to celebrate the life of whoever has passed. You may attend a celebration of life ceremony, rather than a funeral. Some people and families prefer the upbeat, positive feeling that comes from celebrating the deceased’s life, rather than mourning their loss. And a good way to remember someone in … Read more