Showing posts with label grief. Show all posts
Showing posts with label grief. Show all posts

Wednesday, January 23, 2008

Treasured Memory Bears - Something to Hold on to for Comfort


Beautiful Site. Beautiful Idea. Treasured Memory Bears. They make beautiful keepsake teddy bears out of cherished clothing. Here is how it works:

  • A client sends us clothes that have meaning. Here are some examples of clothes that our clients have sent:
  • Wedding Dress
  • Christening Gown
  • Dad’s Favorite Bathrobe
  • Communion Dress
  • Mom’s Favorite Housedress
  • Overalls
  • Jeans and Rock Concert T-Shirt
  • Flannel Shirt
  • Mom’s Last Nightgown
  • Baby Clothes and Bibs
  • Unfinished Quilt
  • Dog Blanket and Leash

After discussing the overall design with the client and photographing each piece of clothing, they will construct the bear using the fabrics provided. Since the entire body of the bear will be made with the clothing provided, the stiffness or softness of the bear will depend upon the fabric provided. They add a childsafe nose and a pair of child-safe eyes and any finishing touches.
The bear is photographed and then shipped back to the client.

I think the price is very reasonable and it is something to hold onto during grief. Hospice gave me one when my mom passed away. It wasn't made from any of her belongings, but I was touched by the gesture. This would be awesome. Oh, and these people make quilts too! Plus, you can have one made if your pet passes. This is a very good site!!!!!

Monday, July 30, 2007

Death and the Journalist ... Interesting Article

There are two kinds of journalists in this world: Those who think that writing obituaries is the news equivalent of scooping up behind the circus elephants, and those who understand that it can be a uniquely gratifying form of writing. (Guess which I am.) The obituaries editor at The Economist has been keeping a wonderful online diary with reflections on the job, the topic, and how it intersects with the life of a writer charged with documenting lives at their close. (Source USA Today)

Tuesday, December 19, 2006