https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/cremation-or-burial--is-that-the-question Fri, 26 Jul 2019 04:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/cremation-or-burial--is-that-the-question thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/celebrating-grads-and-grands Fri, 19 Jul 2019 04:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/celebrating-grads-and-grands thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/preplanning-your-funeral-in-your-60s Fri, 12 Jul 2019 04:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/preplanning-your-funeral-in-your-60s thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/honoring-military-service Fri, 05 Jul 2019 04:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/honoring-military-service thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/the-4th-of-july--birthday-of-our-great-nation Fri, 28 Jun 2019 04:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/the-4th-of-july--birthday-of-our-great-nation thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/writing-the-thank-you-notes Fri, 21 Jun 2019 04:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/writing-the-thank-you-notes thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/grief-is-individual Fri, 14 Jun 2019 04:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/grief-is-individual thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/fathers-day Let’s all give a big shout out for all the fathers! Boy, have they ever stepped up to the plate and embraced the changing role of fatherhood. Lots of those who are young dads today were raised by a very different kind of dad. Their dads may have never changed a poopy diaper or traveled alone with an infant. But times have changed. Now, dads are all in. You see them on planes toting a little one in a carrier on their chest, no mom in sight, so you just know they will be changing that diaper. We have stay at home dads, dads who cook meals inside the house as well as on the grill, and dads who know where the kids’ PJs are stored. Lots of big changes in one generation.  That’s not to short-change the granddads. The generation that spawned those super adapters. They are now grandfathers and were grand fathers. A generation ago lots of dads supported the family all by themselves. They also coached, were scout masters, mowed their own lawn (with a push mower) and made pancakes on Sunday mornings.   These same guys are now the grandpas who are teaching their grandchildren to fish and holding the hand of a princess in a tutu as they wander the zoo. Kudos to the Dad’s! It’s their day! Today is the day to appreciate your dad and to say thank you. You won’t have him forever, you know. Lord & Stephens Funeral Homes has been serving families with the highest quality funeral, burial and cremation services in northeastern Georgia since 1989. Their staff of dedicated professionals provide personalized and meaningful ceremonies for each family they work with. They have locations in Athens, Watkinsville, and Danielsville, Georgia. Fri, 07 Jun 2019 04:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/fathers-day thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/normandys-hallowed-ground Sat, 01 Jun 2019 04:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/normandys-hallowed-ground thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/memorial-day Fri, 24 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/memorial-day thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/cremation-society-or-funeral-home Fri, 17 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/cremation-society-or-funeral-home thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/mothers-day Fri, 10 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/mothers-day thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/thinking-about-skipping-the-funeral--what-would-an Fri, 03 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/thinking-about-skipping-the-funeral--what-would-an thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/spring-a-fresh-optimistic-start Fri, 26 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/spring-a-fresh-optimistic-start thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/death-and-taxes Fri, 19 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/death-and-taxes thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/finding-your-joy Fri, 12 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/finding-your-joy thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/do-i-really-need-to-attend-the-funeral Fri, 05 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/do-i-really-need-to-attend-the-funeral thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/our-dog-died-and-my-family-wants-to-get-a-new-one- Fri, 29 Mar 2019 04:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/our-dog-died-and-my-family-wants-to-get-a-new-one- thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/plan-itall-the-way-out Fri, 22 Mar 2019 04:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/plan-itall-the-way-out thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/moving-after-a-spouse-dies Fri, 15 Mar 2019 04:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/moving-after-a-spouse-dies thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/preserving-the-family-relationship-while-planning- Fri, 08 Mar 2019 05:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/preserving-the-family-relationship-while-planning- thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/why-plan-your-funeral-in-advance Fri, 01 Mar 2019 05:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/why-plan-your-funeral-in-advance thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/where-should-i-send-my-condolences Fri, 22 Feb 2019 05:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/where-should-i-send-my-condolences thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/get-your-family-involved-in-funeral-planning Sat, 16 Feb 2019 05:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/get-your-family-involved-in-funeral-planning thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog-posts/1895/who-should-record-my-funeral-wishes Sat, 09 Feb 2019 05:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog-posts/1895/who-should-record-my-funeral-wishes thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/when-death-is-sudden-and-unexpected Sat, 02 Feb 2019 05:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/when-death-is-sudden-and-unexpected thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog-posts/1897/who-will-take-care-of-my-funeral-plans Sun, 27 Jan 2019 05:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog-posts/1897/who-will-take-care-of-my-funeral-plans thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/to-plan-or-not-to-plan-your-funeral-in-advance Sat, 19 Jan 2019 05:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/to-plan-or-not-to-plan-your-funeral-in-advance thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/email-to-a-funeral-director To: Funeral Director From: Dad with no plan Subject: A question about funeral preplanning Before I get to my question, I have to tell you the background. Friday after Thanksgiving I took my wife (who cooked for a week for that dinner) and my kids (who came from west coast, east coast, and the middle) and the grandkids (who only ate rolls for Thanksgiving) out for pizza.  Sounds nice, right? OMG! It took us forever to order, no one could agree!  We ended up with one cheese pizza for the picky grandkids, a large with ¼ meat lovers, ¼ with anchovies, and ½ supreme. We also ordered a medium white with gluten free crust. Still they were all picking stuff off, making faces, and huffing and puffing. OMG again! So, my question…and I need your opinion here…how are they going to do when the time comes for them to meet with you to plan my funeral? Do you think maybe the wife and I should do one of those funeral preplans or advance funeral plans? ---------------------------------------- To: Dad with no plan From: Funeral Director Subject: Re: A question about funeral preplanning OMG yes, you and your wife need a plan. Your family sounds perfectly normal! They’ll get over the pizza … but I’ve seen too many families break apart over disagreements about how to honor their parent’s life. Decisions such as burial or cremation or who is going to pay can be tough when families are grieving. A funeral plan is an easy fix. I‘d be happy to help. When do you want to meet with me? At the funeral home or your house? Lord & Stephens Funeral Homes has been serving families with the highest quality funeral, burial and cremation services in northeastern Georgia since 1989. Their staff of dedicated professionals provide personalized and meaningful ceremonies for each family they work with. They have locations in Athens, Watkinsville, and Danielsville, Georgia. Sat, 12 Jan 2019 05:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/email-to-a-funeral-director thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/when-your-parent-loses-their-spouse Sun, 06 Jan 2019 05:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/when-your-parent-loses-their-spouse thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/enjoyable-new-years-resolutions New year, new you. It’s an exciting concept full of promise, right? Then we take all the fun out of it by resolving to do things we don’t like to do. We’ll lose weight, eat healthier, exercise more, give up ice cream. Ugh, no fun at all. So how about selecting enjoyable resolutions instead? Some ideas to get you thinking are listed below: 1. Do more of something you love. Read more books, go fishing more often, spend more time with your kids or grandkids, binge-watch your favorite series from the start again. Just enjoy and give yourself a big old hug in the form of having fun your way. 2. Get better at something you really like to do. Take a lesson, learn to cook something new, improve your golf swing, learn a new knitting stitch, or just build on what you love. 3. Make a dream come true. See the mountains or the Grand Canyon. Go to the opera or to Disney. Buy the car, lease the car, or rent the car of you dreams for a weekend. Just complete the following sentence and do it: “I’ve always wanted to _______.” 4. See your town like a tourist. Everything fun doesn’t have to require a lot of money. Most of us have attractions, restaurants, natural wonders or parks close to home that we haven’t visited in ages. Just go. 5. Make lots of new friends. Some friends are for life while other friends can be for just for a few hours or even minutes. Try smiling and talking to the cab driver, the checkout person, or the person next to you as you walk into or out of church. Enjoy your life. Seize the day. Happy New Year! Lord & Stephens Funeral Homes has been serving families with the highest quality funeral, burial and cremation services in northeastern Georgia since 1989. Their staff of dedicated professionals provide personalized and meaningful ceremonies for each family they work with. They have locations in Athens, Watkinsville, and Danielsville, Georgia. Sat, 29 Dec 2018 05:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/enjoyable-new-years-resolutions thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/the-loneliness-in-losing-a-life-partner Thu, 20 Dec 2018 05:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/the-loneliness-in-losing-a-life-partner thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/accepting-an-invitation Previous blog posts have acknowledged how hard it is to deal with special occasions (e.g. holidays, birthdays) when you’ve recently lost the one you love. So, what do you do when you receive an invitation for that special occasion that you don’t feel like accepting? Maybe you are afraid you’ll be a wet blanket, or you aren’t eager to do something new and different because you really just want things as they were. That’s understandable but perhaps turning down the invitation isn’t really in your best interest. Before you say “no” to an invitation too quickly, give yourself a few minutes to think about it. Take that time to consider your alternatives. What will you do if you don’t accept it? Is there something you would prefer to do? Think about it, do you really want to be alone on that special day? It is important to acknowledge that the day won’t be the same. Acknowledge your loss. A woman who recently lost her husband goes to the cemetery for a little chat on those special days. She tells her husband how it’s hard for her and that she misses him. Then she tells him how she is going to spend the day. It is difficult to do something different on those special occasions. Your first few efforts may even fall short. Eventually, perhaps even sooner than you expect, you will find your joy in those occasions again. Lord & Stephens Funeral Homes has been serving families with the highest quality funeral, burial and cremation services in northeastern Georgia since 1989. Their staff of dedicated professionals provide personalized and meaningful ceremonies for each family they work with. They have locations in Athens, Watkinsville, and Danielsville, Georgia. Thu, 13 Dec 2018 05:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/accepting-an-invitation thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/a-year-of-firsts Thu, 06 Dec 2018 05:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/a-year-of-firsts thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/the-cranberry-sauce-is-for-dad People often say that one of the hardest things about that first year, the year after your loved one died, is that no one uses their name or talks about them. The hole in your heart begins to feel deeper and wider because talking about them seems forbidden. And as the holidays approach, the quietness can feel even more painful. So, why not take the bull by the horns, so to speak, and find a way to bring your loved one to your holiday gathering in a light but meaningful way.  A good example of keeping your loved one in your holiday gathering is the family that always includes that jiggly cranberry sauce straight from the can on their table. There it is - just as it comes from the can - indentations, ridges, and all. Every year it’s there for dad. Every year it is ceremoniously placed on the table accompanied by a few words about how important it was to dad’s enjoyment of the holiday. Every year it brings lots of smiles and stories about dad. If you have lost someone dear, and you miss them more at the holidays, consider opening the conversation, using their name, and talking about them in a positive way.  Lord & Stephens Funeral Homes has been serving families with the highest quality funeral, burial and cremation services in northeastern Georgia since 1989. Their staff of dedicated professionals provide personalized and meaningful ceremonies for each family they work with. They have locations in Athens, Watkinsville, and Danielsville, Georgia. Fri, 23 Nov 2018 05:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/the-cranberry-sauce-is-for-dad thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/the-first-thanksgiving-without-the-one-you-love Tue, 20 Nov 2018 05:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/the-first-thanksgiving-without-the-one-you-love thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog-posts/1907/make-family-the-foundation-for-funeral-planning Mon, 19 Nov 2018 05:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog-posts/1907/make-family-the-foundation-for-funeral-planning thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/how-much-does-a-funeral-cost Mon, 12 Nov 2018 05:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/how-much-does-a-funeral-cost thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/thank-you-for-your-service Because you are there we all sleep better at night. You serve in the Army, Air Force, Navy, Marines, and Coast Guard. Some of you serve for two years, some for twenty or more. Some enter into service at a tender age looking for opportunity. Some are following a longstanding family tradition. You are mothers, fathers, sons, and daughters. We, thank you for your service. You spend days, weeks, and even years away from your family. You are not always there to teach your daughter to ride her bike; perhaps you missed your son’s first steps. Because you serve, you can’t always be counted on to attend the baseball game or the teacher conference. With your service comes sacrifice. Sacrifices made by both you and your family.  We thank you and your family for your service.  Thank you for being ready and on alert so that we can go about our business without even thinking about the “what ifs”. Thank you for putting yourself in harms way.  Thank you for giving us your time, your energy and your youth. Thank you for representing us with honor where ever you are stationed. Regardless of whether you serve us at home or in foreign lands, in time of war or peace, we thank you for your service.  On Memorial Day we remember those who gave their lives in our service, on Armed Forces Day we honor those currently serving. On Veterans Day we honor all who have served our country from the Revolution in 1776 to today. Thank you. Lord & Stephens Funeral Homes has been serving families with the highest quality funeral, burial and cremation services in northeastern Georgia since 1989. Their staff of dedicated professionals provide personalized and meaningful ceremonies for each family they work with. They have locations in Athens, Watkinsville, and Danielsville, Georgia. Sat, 10 Nov 2018 05:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/thank-you-for-your-service thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/talking-with-a-veteran Sat, 03 Nov 2018 04:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/talking-with-a-veteran thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/how-to-thank-a-veteran Three hundred and sixty five days a year, twenty-four hours a day, rain or shine, hot or cold, from the year 1776 to present day, they’re serving our country.  They are our veterans and November 11th is the official day that we honor and thank them each year.  So what can you do to show your appreciation?  Here are a few ideas: Attend a parade or remembrance event held in your community Brush up on your patriotic etiquette Teach your children things such as when to stand for the American flag or what to do during the playing of our National Anthem Visit the gravesite of a veteran Hang a flag in your yard Support a veteran-owned business Hire a veteran or the spouse of a veteran Visit a veterans hospital Say thank you to a veteran and his or her family   Did you know you can even hold a “Care Package Party”? Here’s how: Invite friends to bring items for those serving away from home You can contact the US Post Office for help with packaging supplies for military care packages.  Some items you could send: Foot care products Cotton socks Flavorings for water iTunes gift card Snacks Hand written notes expressing your thanks Everyone is busy and on Veteran’s Day we’ll be inundated with advertising. It will be easy to see November 11th just as another great sale day…but it is so much more. Perhaps the most important thing you could do is ask a veteran you know to tell you about their experience and then listen. Just really listen. Lord & Stephens Funeral Homes has been serving families with the highest quality funeral, burial and cremation services in northeastern Georgia since 1989. Their staff of dedicated professionals provide personalized and meaningful ceremonies for each family they work with. They have locations in Athens, Watkinsville, and Danielsville, Georgia. Sat, 27 Oct 2018 04:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/how-to-thank-a-veteran thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/funerals-are-for-saints-and-sinners Sat, 20 Oct 2018 04:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/funerals-are-for-saints-and-sinners thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/the-history-of-veterans-day Sat, 13 Oct 2018 04:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/the-history-of-veterans-day thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/control-funeral-costs-by-planning-ahead Sat, 06 Oct 2018 04:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/control-funeral-costs-by-planning-ahead thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/food-provides-comfort Sat, 29 Sep 2018 04:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/food-provides-comfort thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/how-to-dress-for-a-funeral Sat, 22 Sep 2018 04:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/how-to-dress-for-a-funeral thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/how-to-say-the-right-thing-at-a-funeral First, take a deep breath and relax. We all worry that we’ll say the wrong thing. Second, know that you don’t have to be eloquent. While we wish it were so, you can’t make everything all better with a few words. Here are a few simple ideas to keep in mind to be sure you say the right thing when attending a funeral. Don’t underestimate the power of your presence. It’s important. Just being there says more than you can know. Keep your words simple. “I’m sorry for your loss” may be all that is needed. Share your story. If you have a brief anecdote about how you interacted with the deceased, share it. Knowing how her sister lit up her workplace may just be the most comforting thing a mourner can hear.  Use deceased person’s name. “Mary always made me laugh.” “John had the longest drive, too bad it wasn’t always straight.” “We always knew when Big Bad Byron was in the plant, everyone was on their toes.” “Nobody made better chocolate chip cookies than your mother.” Avoid using common platitudes. Resist the temptation to tell the bereaved how they must feel -- “grateful that he is in a better place,” “relieved that his suffering is over,” “grateful for a long life,” etc. We don’t know how that wife, husband, mother, son, or daughter actually feels. Just say you’re sorry for their loss. Let them tell you how they feel and accept it with a nod or hug. Don’t forget about listening.  Listen to understand, not just to hear. Listen to show you care, not to judge. Listen with love, even when you’ve heard the story before. Lord & Stephens Funeral Homes has been serving families with the highest quality funeral, burial and cremation services in northeastern Georgia since 1989. Their staff of dedicated professionals provide personalized and meaningful ceremonies for each family they work with. They have locations in Athens, Watkinsville, and Danielsville, Georgia. Sat, 15 Sep 2018 04:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/how-to-say-the-right-thing-at-a-funeral thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/what-to-expect-at-a-funeral Sat, 08 Sep 2018 04:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/what-to-expect-at-a-funeral thumbnail https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/what-do-funeral-directors-do Sat, 01 Sep 2018 04:00:00 GMT duda@aftercare.com (Tukios Websites) https://www.grenoblefuneralhome.com/blog/what-do-funeral-directors-do thumbnail