By Hal Stevens
We don't spend a lot of time thinking about passing away. If truth be told, for the majority of people, it's a subject that's taboo, or, at the very least, an uncomfortable subject. Nonetheless, at some point in everyone's life, either nonchalantly or seriously, they've sat down and said, "When I die, I want…"
Perhaps you or a loved one have clearly expressed that cremation is the option of choice—either in a will or other form of unquestionable communication. Maybe you or someone you love has mentioned cremation in a casual conversation. Or maybe you are considering cremation as an option due to personal beliefs or lifestyle.
My goal is to answer your questions, present the simple facts about cremation to you and to help you in planning a cremation for someone close to you or, even, in advance for yourself.
Throughout my research, I had the opportunity to talk with a wide variety of funeral professionals and families. I've selected these circumstances because I feel they represent people in a wide range of situations.
I want to show you that the questions you have are natural, and that you and many others before you have walked this road. I know that you will take comfort and find hope, just as I did.
1. Talk with your family and friends about your thoughts about burial and cremation. It may not be a comfortable conversation, but the tone can be kept upbeat and light.
2. Pre-planning can save you and your family a lot of time and money.
3. When you choose cremation, you can have a traditional funeral service for the deceased, a memorial service, or no service at all depending on what's most appropriate for your situation.
4. Cremated remains can be scattered in specifically sanctioned areas. Your funeral or cremation director can help you know where scattering is appropriate in your area.
5. Embalming of the remains is not a requirement.
6. Before making your decision, if you are of a particular faith or religion, make sure you understand your religion's guidelines regarding death and burial.
7. Make sure that your family is aware of the religion's views on cremation to avoid hurt feelings or misunderstandings.
8. Cremains don't have to be kept in an urn or other vessel.
9. Cremains can be displayed in an assortment of exceptional and personal ways.
10. Don't be inhibited about being artistic.
Hal is the author of several critically acclaimed eBooks specifically written to help people deal with end of life issues. His eBooks include topics such as: cremation, writing and delivering a eulogy, eco-friendly green funerals, funeral planning, organ donation, and buying and selling cemetery plots. To find out more about his CemeterySpot family of free services and resources, to learn more about his books, and to get a free gift, please visit: http://www.cemeteryspot.com.
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