Jeanine Hacking - Independent Funeral Director

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RIP Paul O'Grady

So many dogs came to greet me
as I reached the pearly gate.
Some I did not recognise
but still they did await.

It was then I understood
why the angels came
and took me from my bed
although I did not proclaim.

All these angel dogs
and other animals too.
Then I saw the greatest glow,
and God came shining through.

He opened up his arms,
and raised them in the air.
The clouds were full of rainbows
and dogs played everywhere.

God walked toward me
but he did not need to speak.
I knew that I was chosen
because I was unique.

I sat amongst these dogs
yet each licked fresh air.
I wondered what they were doing,
then I saw you all down there.

The dogs were licking tears
of all who I had left behind
although I will always live
in the memories that you find.

J.Boyle.

What a lovely idea x

Get creative and come along and make a lovely Easter tree
using fresh flowers.
Tea, cake and all materials provided.
£40 per person
Head over to our webshop to book

https://floralbotanicals.co.uk/

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I sat beside the river bank,
as I waited for your return.
I only ran off to chase fresh air
us dogs won't ever learn.

I barked for you to hear,
I even sniffed your Scent,
but still I could not find you,
I wondered where you went.

I waited for so long,
and I waited with such hope.
I kept following your trail,
but it ended at the slope.

I heard voices call your name,
but there was no one there,
yet I could hear them call,
shouting from a chair.

I was glad when someone came.
but I wished it had been you.
I still wait beside the door,
wishing you would come through.
Willow. xx

'In joy or sadness, flowers are our constant friends' - KAKUZŌ OKAKURA

We are lucky to have such amazing and talented florists to work with ❤️💐🌺🌸🌹❤️

Our lovely Funeral Director, Jeanine took time away from the funeral home and went on a shopping spree to donate food items to this fantastic place. Southport Soup Kitchen which provides hot meals and support for those in need. Well done Jeanine!

On behalf of the family of Mike Nicholas.

With love

An interesting read and helpful article.

https://www.theguardian.com/society/2023/jan/07/ways-to-talk-to-people-grieving-cariad-lloyd-griefcast?fbclid=IwAR2qIASIOoe_D-IR51uIw6su5XdMpX24P0ezmQpEdHSTVm7a_rd8Bm9Vecc

‘You will get it wrong … but you can’t make it worse’: 16 ways to talk to people who are grieving Comedian Cariad Lloyd has spoken to hundreds of bereaved people for her award-winning series Griefcast and a new book on dealing with loss. She shares the lessons she has learned

With ❤️

Grieving at Christmas
Christmas is a time that we traditionally think of as joyous, with scrumptious food, laughter, and a chance to spend time with our family and our friends. However, it can be hard to imagine this when you are bereaved. There will be people who have not got the energy or inclination to put on a brave face and be sociable. And you don’t need to be.
Do what feels right for you! Put yourself first. If you want to think of the holidays, especially Christmas Day as just another day - do that! If you want to celebrate Christmas – do that. It is OK to feel happy. Do not feel guilty.
Your grief is personal and only you know what is right for you. Be honest about how you are feeling or what you want to do. Your friends and family will understand and be guided by you.
Please do not feel under pressure to hide your grief. If you pretend you are fine – is this counterproductive or your way of coping? There is no right or wrong way to behave. There is only YOUR way!
It may be comforting to share memories of your loved one. It may help you or you may not be ready to do this. It is up to you to decide.
Remember there is no guidebook on ‘How to Grieve’. There is no time limit on grief. It may not happen how you think it should happen.
If you feel that you need to speak to someone away from the family please reach out to us. Our funeral home is open with the kettle boiling. We are here to help. We can speak about your loved one or just use our funeral home as a safe space to escape.
We are here for you – so please do not feel alone.

Death and dying can be hard to talk about. These topics can be awkward, sad and uncomfortable. National Grief Awareness Week is a reminder about the impact of grief on our communities, and this year's theme in particular is 'to open conversations and normalise grief.'

We are here to support you.

We have donated some little 'bags of warmth' to the Salvation Army. Every little helps.

Social Media Kindness Day is a new event that has been set up in honour of the late Love Island UK presenter Caroline Flack, on what would have been her 41st birthday.

In a time where social media plays such a huge part in people’s lives, it’s important to recognise the impact that negative statements and online “trolling”, through any online platform can have on the victims of this type of abuse.

International Stress Awareness Week 2022 takes place from Monday 7 November to Friday 11 November. It is a major annual event focusing on stress management and campaigning against the stigma associated with stress and mental health issues.

Please use this little breathing exercise whenever you feel stressed. Reach out to family, friends or a someone at the end of a phone. You are never alone even though it may feel like it sometimes x

Life and Death Lounge
If you want to listen to the Geordie accents of one of our other funeral homes, Funeral Director Helen tune in to DH9 radio at 4pm today or Saturday at 4pm.

Annette, our lovely celebrant and myself are on DH9 Radio this afternoon at 4pm (it is repeated tomorrow at 4pm too). Thank you to the fantastic presenter Bryan Irving for allowing us to talk about our Natter of Life and Death at Daisy Rose Coffee House on Sunday 30th October at 10.
https://dh9radio.com/