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International Organ Donation
The donation of organs for transplantation is a life-providing treatment that has grown in popularity in recent years. Unfortunately, the demand has grown at an even higher rate. The international exchange of organs or tissue is possible but is an uncommon procedure due to this high demand. Exportation of organs for transplantation will only happen if an effort is put forth to find a[...]
Where Nature Endures
There are no imposing granite tombstones, no potted plants or candles in holders but there are acres of trees or untouched meadows and meandering paths strewn with wood chips. Natural burial grounds are becoming popular around the world and are the preferred final resting place of nature lovers who want to be buried in a setting surrounded by native plants and trees, birdsong and[...]
Cremation Through the Ages
The word cremation comes from the Latin word cremo which means "to burn". Most archaeologists believe that cremation was invented during the stone age, about 3000 BC. It became the most common method to dispose of bodies by 800 BC in Greece, and by 600 BC in Rome.In ancient Israel, cremation was shunned. The bodies were kept in tombs or vaults and decomposed over time. Cremation was[...]
Can I Be Buried on Private Property?
The practice of being buried on private property is an ancient one, and one that is still very common in third world countries. However, in the United States it is very rare, difficult to do and not preferred by most people.There are many questions to ask if you are serious about being buried on private property. Who will be living on the property afterwards? What are the laws and[...]
Taking Responsibility for our Impact on the Earth; Even in Death
Being environmentally friendly has become a large concern for most of the world's population. People are beginning to realize that this Earth is not a renewable resource and if we want it to last we must take not only take action but take responsibility in our lives and even in death.With more and[...]
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