Unspoken

The next time you are at a party (or a family event) take a moment to listen, and see how many people are talking about death. Unless someone has recently passed away, being deceased is the “white elephant” topic in the room no one wants to discuss.

This issue scares us even though we know it is a natural part of the circle of life.  It makes us wonder about how we will deal emotionally with the passing away of those we love (e.g. aged parents, siblings, friends, and spouse). Eventually, it will happen to everyone we know including us. Have you ever wondered what might be spoken at your funeral, or printed in your obituary?

Once all the factual information in your obituary is done, think about what personal information you might want your friends and family to read. What would it say? Take just a few moments to consider this. I believe mine would be “Robert loved his family, his Chihuahuas, and his writing.”

Only you can answer the above. Other things it might be helpful to consider now might be your relationship with God (in regards to eternity beyond the grave), funeral plans (don’t leave this for your grieving loved ones), and the information needed for your obituary (so what you want can be included).

Like anything else in life one can plan ahead for those thins connected with death. This directive might be depressing, but can either be done now, or later by those wracked with sorrow that may have no idea of your wishes.