Three Timeless Features That Make Great Memorials
Memorials are tough to decide on, especially when the death is recent and still fresh in your mind. However, organising a tribute to the deceased can also be an important part of the grieving process and can help you begin to move on. Memorials come in many different shapes and sizes, so picking one that feels appropriate can be tricky. There are a few timeless features that almost everyone would be happy with that don't draw too much attention to themselves and don't have flash-in-the-pan gimmicks. Here are three options you should consider when designing your memorials.
Stone Candle Holders
Candles are often seen in cemeteries and have long been associated with grieving and mourning the departed. However, trying to keep a candle alight all the time is far too complicated a task and also quite a fire hazard. Instead, why not get an engraved candle holder made out of stone where you can put your smaller candles in when you come to visit. You can get whatever you want engraved on the stone, from the name of a loved one to a simple graphic. Lighting up the area with a candle while you visit can be a very nice way to spend time and remember your loved one, and the stone construction means it won't erode easily.
Memorial Paver
If you want to dedicate an area of your garden or perhaps even sponsor a local community garden in your loved one's honour, then it makes sense to have some sort of acknowledgement of them around. Memorial pavers are a simple but elegant way to do this, and they can be inserted into the ground permanently at the foot of a tree or flower garden, or propped up so they are more visible. This is a great way to create memorials of your dearly departed in places other than just the cemetery.
Plant Pots
A lot of people don't have the room for a whole garden, in which case a dedicated plant pot with engraved markings can be just as thoughtful. You can also plant your loved ones favourite flower or native flora in the pot, giving it that extra special attachment. Keeping such a simple reminder that still serves a function is a great way to regularly remind yourself to think about how lucky you were to know them, and reminisce over the times you shared.
Reach out to a professional for more memorial ideas.
