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Headstone Construction

Headstones have changed drastically over time, but old-world fabrication techniques continue to be used to this day. Legacy Headstones has specialized in handcrafting high-quality headstones for almost a century, and...

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First Mother's Day After Loss

The first Mother’s Day after loss can be a difficult day for anyone. Holidays such as these often make the pain more unbearable. Your first instinct might be to stay...

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Spirituality and Death

We all experience and deal with death in different ways. For people who are religious or spiritual, cultural traditions and restrictions may have a lot to do with the selection...

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How to Travel with an Urn

Whether scattering your loved one’s ashes abroad or simply taking an urn home, traveling with cremated remains does not have to be a painstaking process. This helpful guide will teach...

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Why Are Headstones Placed at the Head of the Grave? Meaning & Tradition

As the name implies, headstones are usually placed at the head of a gravesite. After centuries of burial traditions, you may wonder why headstones are placed at the head of...

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DIY Headstones

In today’s economy, everyone looks for unique ways to save money. Web and mobile applications such as Pinterest make it possible for us to make crafts at home with our...

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Respecting the Dead: Etiquette, Traditions & Meaning

Regardless of religious affiliation, there is a common thread that binds all the people in this world, and that thread is the reality of death. There is a reason that...

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Tips for purchasing Headstones

Tips for purchasing Headstones for Graves Check your local cemetery regulations, about the gravestone size, dimension, and the gravestones they do not allow. For example, some cemeteries only allow granite...

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How to Tell Your College Student About a Death in the Family

Losing a loved one is never easy, especially when you are far from home. Beyond the emotional upheaval from devastating news, a death during college can often inflict undue pressure...

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