Blog posts
April 11, 2025
The Best Epitaphs Ever To Grace A Headstone
Epitaphs serve as final words etched in stone, offering a glimpse into a life once lived. Some are heartfelt and poetic, while others are humorous or mysterious, reflecting the unique...

The Historical Origins of the Phrase “Set in Stone”
The phrase "set in stone" evolved metaphorically over time to mean something unchangeable or fixed, reflecting the difficulty of altering inscriptions once they were chiseled into stone. Today, when people...

The Healing Power of Rituals, Memorials, and Ceremonies
Grief is a deeply personal journey, one that can feel overwhelming in its intensity. When a loved one passes, families are left searching for ways to honor their memory while...

Ways Different Cultures Honor the Departed
Honoring the departed is a universal practice, yet each culture weaves its own traditions, beliefs, and symbols into the way it remembers loved ones. These customs—steeped in history and reverence—help...

Personalized Memorial Ideas to Honor a Loved One
These Personalized Memorial Ideas Help Honor Loved Ones Losing a loved one is never easy, and finding ways to honor their memory can be an emotional yet meaningful process. A...

How to Choose the Right Headstone: A Step-by-Step Guide
How to Choose the Right Headstone Selecting a headstone for a loved one is a deeply personal decision. It’s not just a marker; it’s a tribute to a life well-lived,...

Why You Should Put a Penny on a Headstone
Have you ever visited a cemetery and found coins lining the edge of a headstone? There are many customs, habits, practices, and traditions in the world, but this one is...

A Journey Through the Historic Origins of Headstones
Early Headstone Traditions Marking graves Dedicating memorials Recording historical events The use of stone markers began shortly after the global Flood (around 2350 BC), as families dispersed from Babel developed...

Preparing a Gravesite for Bad Weather
Weather can be unpredictable, and extreme conditions such as hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, and high winds can cause significant damage to outdoor spaces—including cemeteries. While we often think about storm preparedness...