This final paragraph is amazing…”As I conclude this tour, my mother is in treatment. She is fighting with the same ferocity which which she loves us, and we are hoarse with cheering. Searching for the fun in funerals, I found the if in life. The people I met along the way who had lost loved [...]
Read MoreCultivating a “Long Term Perspective” 0
Well, here it is Monday again. Amazing. Ready to get back to the work-at-hand? I am. In fact, I spent part of the weekend thinking about our new website – and what I wanted from it for our members, and for the general public who comes to us for insights on the value of women [...]
Read MoreCan you believe….? 0
…it has been one year since AWFD was founded?
…the AWFD is the first ever association for women in the funeral industry?
…the AWFD has done 7 podcasts with 5 professionals in the funeral industry covering topics to help you and your professional journey?
…the AWFD has presented 4 teleseminars featuring a diverse array of experts in their [...]
On the Value of Happiness 0
Many of you may be on the Mortuary Management email list, and have already read this piece. (Headlining the most recent issue!) But, in case you missed it, I think it’s a great way to start your Monday….
On the Value of Happiness
I’ve been thinking a lot lately about happiness. What is it? How do [...]
Fergerson Funeral Home Becomes New York State’s First Funeral Home Based CCSF 0
Fergerson Funeral Home Becomes New York State’s First Funeral Home Based CCSF
Our member, Pat Fergerson, of Fergerson Funeral Home, wanted to share this important news with our members, and our site visitors alike. This is BIG, Pat! Congratulations.
Alfred E. Fergerson, President of Fergerson Funeral Home, announced today that his funeral home [...]
Remember Me: A Lively Tour of the New American Way of Death 0
Have you read this wonderful book? You should! I’ve spent the last 24 hours on the sofa, with the flu; and during my more lucid moments, I picked up this volume and found so much to enjoy. Remember Me: A Lively Tour of the New American Way of Death, written by Lisa Takeuchi Cullen, a [...]
Read MoreMonday morning…again?! 0
Hello, everyone! Can I ask you where the weekend went? Maybe you didn’t even have a rest during the past 48 hours – after all, many of you are on call for your employer, or caught up with school-related work. If that’s the case, I’m going to share some thoughts on “little treats” that can [...]
Read MoreOur Advisory Board Met Today! 0
The focus for the coming year is GROWTH. We want to develop a stronger member benefits package, and build community. More information to come – we just wanted you to know…”Year Two” is gonna “Rock!”
Feel free to post comments and suggestions on how we can do both things – and be sure to read August’s [...]
OnlineObituaryReviews.com 0
Clay Atchison III, florist and owner of McAdams Floral and webmaster of www.inlieuofflowers.info –and Strategic Partner to the AWFD — recently announced the launch of www.OnlineObituaryReviews.com, a resource site for those who need information on how to select a memorial website vendor. “It’s been a long time in coming,” shared Clay. “After all, we had [...]
Read MoreAugust’s Issue of AWFDConnections 0
Download it here – it’s perfect reading for a Sunday afternoon – or any day, for that matter. Click on the link below to get your copy.
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Blessings everyone; I’m heading out to take a walk into town to buy dog food…for my sweet companion, Courage. I hope you’ve got a stalwart ally like him in [...]
