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Seasonal Tributes: Honoring Loved Ones Through Holidays and Anniversaries
Seasonal Tributes explores reframing holidays and anniversaries as bridges to cherished memories. Discover ways to update online memorials with virtual candles for birthdays, shared recipes for holidays, and seasonal themes like autumn leaves or winter motifs. Gentle tips for navigating grief include acknowledging feelings, self-care, and adapting traditions. At A Life Portrait (www.alifeportrait.com), create evolving tributes that honor loved ones through life's rhythms.
Jul 203 min read


How Music Helps Us Grieve: The Soundtrack of a Life
Music has a way of bringing us back; sometimes to the people we've lost. Learn how music, memory, and voice recordings can help us process grief and preserve what matters most.
Jul 54 min read


How to Support a Friend After a Loss: Practical Tips and What to Say
Support grieving friends with empathy, not fixes. Acknowledge pain, say their loved one’s name, and offer help like meals, chores or dog-walking rather than “let me know.” Check in after the funeral, mark anniversaries, and watch for prolonged distress that may need professional care. Your steady presence and listening ears heal more than perfect words creating space for memories and hope.
Jun 293 min read


10 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Writing a Eulogy
Writing a eulogy can be overwhelming. Here are 10 common mistakes to avoid and simple ways to create a speech that truly honors your loved one.
Jun 233 min read


8 Best Memorial Ideas to Honor a Loved One
Looking for meaningful ways to honor someone you’ve lost? These 8 thoughtful memorial ideas ranging from tribute websites and tree plantings to personalized keepsakes offer comfort, connection, and celebration. See how an online memorial can bring everything together.
Jun 184 min read


Why We Avoid Talking About Death: The Quiet Stigma
Death is a part of life, yet many of us avoid talking about it. This post explores why conversations about death feel so hard, the quiet stigma that keeps us silent, and how breaking the silence can bring peace and connection.
May 293 min read


Coping With Family Loss
Discover supportive strategies for navigating family loss. Learn how acknowledging feelings, creating tributes, and seeking support can help foster hope and healing.
May 212 min read


How I Found Photos of My Loved One Without Digging Through 100,000 Files
When you're trying to find photos of someone you love, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Instead of scrolling through thousands of images, here’s how I used built-in tools to quickly surface meaningful photos, so I could focus on what mattered most.
May 202 min read


Keeping Their Memory Close, Even When They're Gone
When someone we love is gone, their story still matters. This post shares how to create a space that keeps their memory close, even as time moves forward.
May 193 min read
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