Ways to Remember
From photo collages at a memorial service to planting a tree, there are many ways we can say, “I remember and loved this person.” As you consider how you might want to remember a loved one, here are some ideas to start with. Consider:
- Lighting a candle in her memory
- Creating a memory book of photos of your loved one
- Donating a gift of money or time to those less fortunate
- Wearing a photo pin of your loved one
- Starting a memorial scholarship fund in his name
- Writing a poem or story about him
- Visiting a place you both liked to visit
- Hanging a special ornament on the tree in her memory
- Playing her favorite music
- Making a quilt from his favorite clothes
- Sharing memories of her with friends and family
- Providing memorial flowers for her at your church or synagogue
- Creating a memory box of items that were special
- Honoring his favorite tradition
- Creating a new tradition in your memory
- Hanging a stocking filled with loving memories of him
- Gathering your family and friends together in celebration of him
- Reading aloud your favorite story
(excerpt from AARP’s Website www.aarp.org)Feel free to respond with stories or ideas to share with others