The Victorian Era brought about the picturesque, landscaped cemeteries we have today. Thanks to the Victorians' Rural Cemetery Movement, many U.S. cemeteries feel more like park... Continue reading

Religions around the world aren't always ancient. Sikhism is a young religion that originated in India but it has over 25 million practitioners around the world. Jump ahead to... Continue reading

Most people are fascinated by other religions and customs, and this is especially true when it comes to Scientology. Because its beliefs differ so greatly from other modern... Continue reading

We all realize it, but most of us try our best to avoid thinking about it. Someday, we’re going to die. And perhaps the hardest thing to accept is that we have very little contr... Continue reading

An obituary is a type of death notice, typically appearing in a newspaper or online. An obituary shares a brief biography of the deceased. When reading an obituary, it's possibl... Continue reading

Choosing the name of your baby or pet may be one of the most important decisions you ever make. Names are like any other words in that they have both connotative and denotative... Continue reading

Cultures around the world have unique funeral traditions to honor the deceased, but did you know crows do, too? Clad all in black, the crows gather around their deceased family... Continue reading

As the population ages, people become widowed and find themselves living alone, whether they choose to or not. With the advances in healthcare, technology, and increasing... Continue reading

Literature often deals with the big mysteries of life. When it comes to making the most of your life, how to change your life, and looking for new things to learn, books will... Continue reading

Funerals are a time for healing and coming together as a family. Music is one of the best ways to connect with one's feelings. Throughout history and across the globe, people us... Continue reading