The second Sunday of September was set aside as a time to remember our pets by the International Association of Pet Cemeteries and Crematories. Deb has hosted a ceremony on Pet Memorial Sunday since 2005 for families who have lost … Continue reading
Category Archives: grief
Often in conversations with families we talk about saying goodbye to their pet. These “rites of passing” could loosely be equated to a human funeral rite where people gather to remember the life lived and bequeath their loved one on … Continue reading
Recently I learned the term “rainbow baby” from an acquaintance who had just suffered the loss of a miscarriage and is hoping to experience the joy of another child–her “rainbow baby” that brightens life after the terrible storm of the … Continue reading
It’s not surprising how often families ask, “What pet urn should I get?” The photo of the vase shaped urn with pawprints is what many people think of when they think of a pet urn. It is one of literally … Continue reading
The unexpected death of a family pet is a very difficult situation–one that I frequently experience with families. However, sometimes when you can see the entire picture, a tender love can bring comfort to the family. This is one of … Continue reading