Memories

No matter how much it hurts to remember, we survivors need to hang on to the memories of those we have lost. There are a variety of ways to capture special memories or to create memorials. There may come a time when you want to share these memories with a child or grandchild, a friend of the deceased or even just yourself.

• Create a scrapbook. Include pictures, cards received from friends after the funeral, written memories or special stories about the person you lost.
• Create an online memorial at www.virtual-memorial.com. There is a cost involved.
• Create a Facebook fan page for the person you lost. Post pictures and ask friends to post special memories.
• Purchase a special journal and take time to write down your favorite memories, or even write letters to the person you lost.

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