Death and Taxes
Posted on April 10th, 2024 by | Leave a comment
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On November 13, 1789, founding father Benjamin Franklin wrote a letter that included what many believe to be his last great quote, “Our new Constitution is now established, and has an appearance that promises permanency; but in this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” Although the concept of pairing […]
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Coping with Grief During the Holidays
Posted on December 6th, 2023 by | 1 Comment
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The popular Christmas carol “Silver Bells” begins, “Christmas makes you feel emotional. It may bring parties or thoughts devotional. Whatever happens or what may be, here is what Christmastime means to me.” For those dealing with the loss of a loved one, the celebration of the holiday season can be very emotional and highly difficult. […]
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Veterans Day and Five Interesting Facts
Posted on November 8th, 2023 by | Leave a comment
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The U.S. Department of Defense has a wonderful article on their website entitled “Five Facts to Know About Veterans Day.” Written by Katie Lange, the article touches on five misconceptions of this well-known American holiday. – Veterans Day does NOT have an apostrophe. The holiday is not a day that belongs to one veteran or […]
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Why Your Occupation Matters in Death
Posted on September 6th, 2023 by | Leave a comment
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We recently celebrated Labor Day – a day set aside to pay tribute to the contributions and achievements of American workers. A person’s chosen occupation and type of industry is important at the time of his or her death, as this information is listed on the deceased’s official death certificate. The government tracks this type […]
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Celebrating Memorial Day
Posted on May 26th, 2023 by | Leave a comment
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Memorial Day has long been touted as the first official holiday of the summer. Many Americans choose to celebrate in part by visiting the graves of their loved ones. Personally, I always think of our veterans and the sacrifices made for our great country. But did you know that Memorial Day is rich with historical […]
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