In the days immediately following the death of a loved one, you’re busy making funeral arrangements, writing an obituary and accepting condolence messages. But what happens when the funeral is over?That’s often when the reality of the death sinks in and the need for grief support is the most intense. It’s also when the funeral […]
Most people are familiar with the five stages of grief – denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance. Anyone who’s lost a loved one or close friend can expect to pass through most, if not all, of these stages as they complete the healing process.Each person is different, though, so the way someone goes from stage […]
It doesn’t matter if a person was a line cook in the Army, a colonel in the Air Force or medic in the Marines. Any military service member who was honorably discharged is eligible for a military funeral service. Archie Willis sometimes encounters families who didn’t realize a loved one served in the military all […]
Ever discover a long-expired package of chicken that got pushed to the back of your refrigerator? Or how about some vegetables you put in the crisper and then forgot you even purchased? We’ve all done it. When it’s a couple bananas here and some leftover pizza there, it may not seem like your family tosses […]
Sponsored By: McAlister-Smith Funeral & Cremation Between 2000 and 2015, the cremation rate in the U.S. almost doubled. The Cremation Association of North America projects the cremation rate will reach 54.3 percent by 2020 – up from 48.6 percent in 2015. If you are considering cremation, it is important to get all the facts when […]
Sponsored By: McAlister-Smith Funeral & CremationWeddings, birthdays, anniversaries – these are all special occasions worth planning for. Funerals are a special occasion too. While the emotions are vastly different, they require no less attention than our happiest times.If you have ever planned an event, you know that even the smallest ones require attention to detail. […]
Sponsored By: Before and After Weight Loss ClinicsYour best friend eats doughnuts for breakfast, pizza for dinner and never skips dessert all while maintaining a size 2. You, on the other hand, simply look at a doughnut and gain 5 pounds. Life just isn’t fair.Well, you can’t change genetics or your age; but by making […]
Sponsored By: McAlister-Smith Funeral & Cremation If you have a friend who’s recently lost a loved one, this first holiday season may be different than years past. They may have a hard time keeping holiday traditions. This could also lead them to spend more time alone instead of attending social functions. What is your role […]
Sponsored By: Before and After Weight Loss Clinics Let’s face it – we have a love/hate relationship with the holidays. We love the parties, the once-a-year baked goods and Grandma’s cornbread stuffing. And we hate how we feel after an evening of eating (and drinking) a little too much during the holiday season. But we […]
Sponsored By: BEFORE AND AFTER WEIGHT LOSS CLINICS Ask most people what they would like to change about themselves and you’ll get a common answer: lose weight. It’s the top resolution on January 1. It’s the Monday morning mantra. Despite good intentions, many people struggle with obesity and poor diet. Instead of fresh fruit, they […]
Sponsored By: PALMETTO PROJECT By: H.A. Fisher Health insurance has been at the forefront of many debates, discussions and decisions since the Affordable Care Act was signed into law in 2010. Countless news articles, websites and programs have given people details, but still there remains confusion, questions and plenty of misinformation about what the Affordable […]
Sponsored By: 1st Capital Insurance So now is a good time to take out your homeowner and flood insurance policies to review to make sure you know exactly what you have and what your exposure may be. Most homeowner policies should protect you should a hurricane hit our area but there are different deductibles that […]
Sponsored By: PALMETTO PROJECT By: H.A. Fisher It’s time to review your health insurance. Open enrollment for the health insurance marketplace begins Nov. 1, so it’s the perfect time to update any information and review your policy to ensure it’s still the best fit for your health care needs and budget. Anyone who previously explored […]
Sponsored by: Coldwell Banker United, Realtors By: Cheryll Woods-Flowers Imagine living in a home, a neighborhood, from which you can walk to the Mount Pleasant Farmers Market, to shopping, to grab a bite to eat, to the Charleston Harbor and even to the beach. Imagine further that your children can walk to nationally recognized schools […]