I loved reading this especially in the wake (no pun intended) of holding my Dad's service yesterday. So many people commented on how nice of a service/repass it was and it reminded me of the compliments people gave of my wedding. Made me think about how we have an opportunity to put intention and thought into how we honor the deceased so this is so affirming!
Also, thought you might enjoy this image and story of my great-great grandfather Sie McCollum who was locally famous for sleeping in his coffin for years before his death.
Wow, the story about your great-great grandfather Sie McCollum is incredible! I’m so sorry for your loss, but it’s really touching to hear you found something meaningful in preparing the service and to honor his life. Those moments are some of the most human ones we have <3
I love this so much (I also have a funeral playlist!), and I agree there’s room to redesign and bring new life to death.
You might enjoy checking out something I created called Death Archetypes. It helps people explore how they relate to death and use that understanding to design end-of-life rituals and memorials that actually feel personal and meaningful.
As a death doula (and former wedding planner), I now help people design their end-of-life experiences using their archetype as a guide — weaving in music, readings, and rituals that reflect who they are.
If you do explore the Death Archetypes, I’d love to hear what resonates with you—and, just as importantly, what doesn’t. It’s an evolving project, and I’m always curious about how people experience it.
Oh oops can't share images lol. I'll email you!
I loved reading this especially in the wake (no pun intended) of holding my Dad's service yesterday. So many people commented on how nice of a service/repass it was and it reminded me of the compliments people gave of my wedding. Made me think about how we have an opportunity to put intention and thought into how we honor the deceased so this is so affirming!
Also, thought you might enjoy this image and story of my great-great grandfather Sie McCollum who was locally famous for sleeping in his coffin for years before his death.
Wow, the story about your great-great grandfather Sie McCollum is incredible! I’m so sorry for your loss, but it’s really touching to hear you found something meaningful in preparing the service and to honor his life. Those moments are some of the most human ones we have <3
I love this so much (I also have a funeral playlist!), and I agree there’s room to redesign and bring new life to death.
You might enjoy checking out something I created called Death Archetypes. It helps people explore how they relate to death and use that understanding to design end-of-life rituals and memorials that actually feel personal and meaningful.
Deatharchetypes.com
As a death doula (and former wedding planner), I now help people design their end-of-life experiences using their archetype as a guide — weaving in music, readings, and rituals that reflect who they are.
If you do explore the Death Archetypes, I’d love to hear what resonates with you—and, just as importantly, what doesn’t. It’s an evolving project, and I’m always curious about how people experience it.
"We already leave little altars behind. Maybe all that is left to do is point toward them." woWwww 💓💓
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