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Beyond the Grave: Should We Leave Headstone Care in Our Wills?
Should we include the perpetual care of our headstone in our wills, explicitly assigning this responsibility to our family members?
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Sep 22 min read


A Legacy Etched in Stone: The Pioneer Families of Harrington Cemetery
The Harrington Cemetery is a profound testament to the early settlers of this area. As you walk among the stones, you are walking through..
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Sep 12 min read


Labour Day - Finally, I Return to My Family Reunion in Michigan.
This Labor Day, my mom and I decided to make the pilgrimage. Our mission? A little soul-searching, a lot of memory-making, and a good scrubb
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Aug 292 min read


Operation: "Find Great Grandma's Rock" – A Canadian's Guide to Michigan Mayhem
You, my friend, are now equipped with a battle plan. Print those maps. Laminate them if you must. Highlight the paths. You are no longer jus
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Aug 283 min read


So, You Wanna Be a Super Sleuth of Your Southwestern Ontario Roots, Eh? 🕵️♀️🍁 (Don't Panic!)
You wanna know who your great-aunt Mildred actually married that third time? Or if that rumour about your grandpa being secretly related to
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Aug 273 min read


Whispers in the Stone: Marble Headstones of Ontario's Past
Back in the early 20th century, marble was a popular choice for headstones, and for good reason! It’s a naturally beautiful stone, with
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Aug 263 min read


Decoration Day: Our Ancestors, Our Memorials, and Our Tradition
They place fresh flowers 💐, potted plants, or other decorations on the graves, symbolizing enduring love and remembrance.
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Aug 252 min read


Headstone Tourist: My Hilariously Morbid Journey into Ancestry
Turns out, cemeteries are basically outdoor history museums, just with significantly less gift shop merchandise.
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Aug 242 min read


My Humorous Encounter with the Cemetery "Gatekeeper"
I tried to explain my purpose, my noble quest for genealogical data. But she wasn't having it.
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Aug 232 min read


Remembering the Lost: The Silent Sorrow of 1886 Ontario
Remembering the Lost Children: The Silent Sorrow of 1886 Ontario
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Aug 222 min read


A Thoughtful Gift of Care: Introducing Eternal Care Stone Services Gift Certificates
Gift certificates available
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Aug 212 min read


More Than Just Cleaning Stones: My Journey to Preserving Legacies
My journey as a Headstone cleaner and where we are going.
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Aug 202 min read


The Secret Lives Etched in Stone
I feel like a detective, uncovering hidden details from the past.
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Aug 192 min read


We're Going Public (Kind Of)! Confessions of an Awkward Headstone Cleaner
How for I approach clients? Without it being weird.
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Aug 182 min read


Ontario's Unforgiving Climate: The Silent Toll on Our Headstones
Canadian climate effects on monuments
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Aug 172 min read


My Stuff, My Mess, The Exit Strategy (aka, Let's Not Leave This For "Sandra")
Death cleaning is something we should all consider.
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Aug 163 min read


More Than Just a Resting Place: The Emotional and Cultural Importance of Ontario's Cemeteries
Someone must care for these monuments.
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Aug 152 min read


Carved in Stone: The Language of Victorian Gravestones
Victorian Symbolism on Monuments
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Aug 142 min read


The Promise of a New Day: Chasing Sunrises and Progress
Chasing dreams
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Aug 132 min read


Sebringville Cemetery: A Timeless Story of Perth County's Pioneer Spirit
Sebringville Ontario cemetery history.
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Aug 122 min read
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