Second Death Cafe.... Dec 6/2013
A write up of Northern Alberta Death Cafe
Seven brave souls ventured out this night in nasty COLD weather to share stories and thoughts about DEATH.... Tonight's conversations went from concerns about your wishes being followed after your/our death... what if you specifically ask for a burial and your loved ones think a cremation is the best!! Who do you want to have responsible to make sure these wishes are followed? How to open up a conversation with loved ones about dying, when it is not something they are wanting to talk about!!! Another concern is dying without a will..... family not being so fair with those left behind can be a tragedy on top of a tragedy! Supporting friends in grief is important even if you do not have all the answers!!! Planning and preparing for the inevitable is a good strategy and telling others your desires also very important..... Being comfortable with the thought of dying albeit not anytime soon..... but having faith in some kind of after life or not... just some of the comfortable conversations on this -40 degree night.... looking forward to next DEATH CAFE Jan 3, 2014
