9 Unique (and Healing) Ways to Remember Your Loved Ones

One of the most challenging things about getting a little bit older is having to say goodbye to the people who are closest to us. Nothing can replace a lost friend, brother, sister, partner or parent.

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But, there are unique (and healing) ways that we can remember those we have lost. In today’s video, I will share 9 that you may not have considered.

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What do you do to remember the people you have lost? Are there any rituals, activities or practices that have been particularly helpful to you in difficult times? Let's have a chat!

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[Yottabee]

So many unique, creative, and meaningful commemorations of our loved ones' lives! Thank you, Margaret!💛

[katrinakitty]

My son is getting married next year. He was very close to my mother. She always loved butterflies. So I found a gorgeous blue vintage butterfly broach to pin to my wedding hat. She will be with us ... because life may end but love never dies.

[gerrywilson]

I have actually started having tea when I listen to you!

[wleegriffin]

I really enjoy watching your videos. I had a health scare that really brought to home the less days ahead than behind. I think the idea of commemorative days during the year is great. Keeping them alive in essence. My Grandfather used to say no one is truly dead until no one remembers them. Thank you for talking about the subjects that are hard to talk about.

[docsmctink]

A favorite recipe can be framed or printed on a tea towel. Fingerprints can be put on a little medallion and worn on a necklace. A picture in a locket.

[TheMidlifeGallivanters]

When my mother passed away last year, my niece took some of her clothing and turned them into teddy bears for all the grandchildren and her great granddaughter. I think it's such a beautiful idea. They all love their bears even though they're all adults. And the clothing my niece chose, was all her favourite pieces. I wear two pairs of her boots. Such a connection with her every time I wear them xo

[Elizabethd]

You are so pleasant, and I actually like this subject, because no one really talks about this, very good ideas for everyone to consider in remembering loved ones . thank you for this talk.

[dloveofgod]

Thank you for speaking on this again Margaret. I think it's a very important topic. First write down & let others know what you would like. Unfortunately we don't know when the gift of life will be gone. Every life is a light & we're never ready for loss. The worst thing I've seen is family struggling not knowing what someone's wishes were on top of their grief.
I've lost my grandparent's, my parents, aunts, uncles & cousins. I've lost precious friends and some were in their 20s & 30s. No matter the age it's a tragic loss. I've had loved ones lose children and that is the worst. I would hope all my friends and loved ones would let someone know their wishes both at end of life and if decisions or palliative care is needed. And preferences in the celebration of their lives if they have one.
Mine have changed as even my will has as my circumstances have. I had a will when my children were young which I believe is a necessity. Now I've been faced with an orphan disease that's incurable & I want to make things easier on my loved ones. I personally have given away my family heirlooms & my jewelry & some things as I want to see the smiles in my loved one's eyes as I gift them.
I want to know that not only my wishes are known but to make the transition of my passing easier for my children & grandchildren.
I honor my ancestors that have passed and that's shown in the history I keep & have passed on the genealogy but also have a few photographs I cherish & have enlarged & put in frames. I enjoy simpler things now. I grieve for the loved ones I've recently lost & want my life to celebrated with love, smiles, and happy memories.
Yes, the things you mentioned are great ideas for some Margaret. There are so many options.
I hope we can be respectful even if it's not our cup of tea.
Great topic. 💙

[sherylevans]

When my daughter passed i had 2 king size quilts made from her clothing including dress i brought her home from when she was born - gave one. Quilt to her husband and kept one to give my grandson when he gets older

[rebeccaasher]

Twenty years ago I had the privilege of caring for my husband's grandfather for the last few years of his life. He had a quilt on his bed that he used to repair himself. Pop-pop used old shirts, even pieces of old ties. I loved to see the stitching his old hands created. It was a piece of art!
After he passed and the house was being emptied, I couldn't bear to see it thrown out. So, I took it with an idea in mind. I created a pattern for a mitten. I counted how many I needed and roughly stitched plain muslin onto the back of each one. Connected two mittens together with rough twine, enough to drape over a doorknob.
At his memorial, I gave each relative a pair of mittens along with a classic photo of him.
Pop-pop lives on not only in our hearts but our homes.

[normacostin]

Margaret thank you for being there for us you are my cuppa companion each morning . Touching subject today, My Dad always said he was born under The Pear Tree at Nerrigundah. The tree is still standing he was born 1908. Family gather at times and hugg it Blessings.

[louisemicci]

I lost a very dear person this year. April 2019. I do have a shirt she gave me. I just hold it. The other friend I wear her jackets she gave me. She blessed me with beautiful daughter who gives me a Reiki attunements monthly. She is indescribable. I want people to remember me for my poetry and caring way.

[gerrywilson]

I have not done this yet because I only just heard of it. Both my mother and grand-mother wrote recipes down by hand. I’m going to go through them and have one for each framed and hung in the kitchen as a tribute to them.

[karenbrooks]

Great video! Thank you so much. Lovely haircut. It's very attractive on you.

[donnadixon]

Hi Ms Margaret. U have a nice demeanor very quiet & peaceful. Thats how i feel when i listen to u. Thank u & have a blessed day month & year. Lol

[karenlowes]

Margaret, your family could have a lovely tea party using your collected mugs and a variety of your favorite teas!

[Phantomstories]

Love the ideas i do sum u said thanks my aunt has us drink tea in her honor so glad were not the only ones who do

[martha]

Your hair cut, style is very becoming, like the length on you. Pretty necklace and color on you today as well. The suggestions on how to memorialize someone are good, thank you for the suggestions.

[pattiecake]

My husband passed away last July 7th, his 73rd birthday would have been on the 19th.
He loved music and collected many records for years. I still have a lot of them. I can’t seem to part with them. 😟💕

[irenepeek]

There is a company that presses cremains into diamonds, I have a niece who is going to do this for her children.