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Linda Munster

Locality: Beechmont, Queensland, Australia

Phone: +61 407 693 331

Address: Binna Burra Rd 4211 Beechmont, QLD, Australia

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23.01.2022 Turn Again To Life If I should die and leave you here a while, be not like others sore undone, who keep long vigil by the silent dust. ... For my sake turn again to life and smile, nerving thy heart and trembling hand to do something to comfort other hearts than thine. Complete these dear unfinished tasks of mine and I perchance may therein comfort you. Mary Lee Hall

23.01.2022 If a person dies at home the next steps can be quite daunting for the family. Australian Museum has some very useful advice and what to do next. You can find more by following this link https://australianmuseum.net.au//body-disposal-legal-proc/ If a person at home is known to have died, the first step for the person's family is to call the doctor who last treated the deceased person so that within 24 hours of death, a medical certificate can be issued (and a cremation cert...ificate, if required). The doctor will also be trained in dealing with death and will be able to guide the family of the deceased person through the first stages of the funeral process. Usually, this will involve contacting a funeral director who can conduct all aspects of the funeral. Alternatively, the family can chose to arrange a do-it-yourself funeral. All deaths must be registered with the Registry of Births Deaths and Marriages in the state the person died. The funeral director, relative, or any person with the required knowledge can do this by filling out a Death Information Form (form PR13 supplied by the Registry). This form compiles personal details including children and spouses, as well as noting how the cause of death was certified (medical certificate, or Coroner's report). The form also contains sections to be filled out by the crematorium and/or funeral director performing the burial or cremation, certifying that the body has been disposed of. See more

23.01.2022 Multiculturalism is a way of life in most countries. Many cultures and nationalities learn to live harmoniously side by side and we are all the richer because of it. As boundaries break down or become blurred, inter-cultural relationships have become more common. People celebrate major life events far away from the place of their birth or heritage. Whatever your cultural heritage, celebrating significant life events opens the doorway to celebrate cultural diversity. How this ...is done will depend on the personal preference of those involved. Cultural diversity can be celebrated through food, attire, ritual, readings, poems, music and more. An Authorised Civil Celebrant is an expert at incorporating Cultural diversity into a ceremony and will work with you to ensure that your culture and heritage is honoured in the way that best suits you. Here are a few more common cultural customs for inclusion in a ceremony. 1. Hand-fasting ceremony, Celtic tradition, symbolizes the union of two individuals who now live as one 2. Butterfly release American Indian tradition 3. Celtic Anam Cara and pebble ceremony acknowledges the other as your 'soul friend' to whom you are joined eternally 4. Celtic blessing stone ritual signifying unity of bride and groom with all present 5. Loving Cup Ritual Origins Scottish, Irish, French, Jewish a toast to the love, devotion and friendship of the bride and groom 6. Circling tradition Eastern European or Hindu symbolizing first steps as husband and wife 7. Garland and Lei tradition Hawaiian and Pacific Island tradition unity blessed by nature 8. Jumping the broom African sweeping away single life along with past cares and worries and moving through life as one 9. Lasso Ceremony Hispanic and Filipino unity symbol around shoulders signifies everlasting union 10. Libation ceremony honouring family members and ancestors See more

23.01.2022 There is something satisfying, rejuvenating, comforting about the seasons. They remind me that I play one small part in a much bigger picture - that there is a pulse, a sequence, a journey set into motion by the very hand of God Himself." Karen Scalf Linamen

22.01.2022 Death is only a sleep, a sleep as natural as that which you have every night on earth. When one awakes from the sleep of death everything is so natural that you feel you are still with your relatives. F.W. in Thirty Years Among the Dead, Dr Carl A Wickland, January 18, 1922

18.01.2022 'The splendor of the rose and the whiteness of the lily do not rob the little violet of its scent nor the daisy of its simple charm. If every tiny flower wanted to be a rose, spring would lose its loveliness." Therese of Lisieux

17.01.2022 Personalize it! Whatever your hobby or passion your celebrant can help find ways to incorporate it into the ceremony of your dreams. Keep it simple. Make it quirky. Add some energy into the ceremony. Bring the bush indoors or take the ceremony outdoors. Incorporate your favourite hobby or activity into the celebration. Honour your cultural roots by designing a ceremony which combines aspects of your culture and beliefs. Add some unique artistic flair. While there remain some ...strict guidelines for officiating at a marriage ceremony, there is also a lot of leeway for personalizing your ceremony. Why not consider creating a memorable celebration that will leave both you and your guests on a high. You will never know what is possible if you don't ask. Above all else, have FUN planning and designing your ceremony to be unique to you. I promise you that your guests will never forget it and neither will you See more

17.01.2022 Looking for an eco-friendly burial option? A Gentle Touch Funerals in Mudgeeraba offer some good advice on what eco-friendly options are available in the South-east Queensland and Northern New South Wales region. Check them out https://agentletouchfunerals.com.au/funeral-services-gol// Or directly check this link https://www.swanboroughfunerals.com.au/alberton-cemetery/ for Alberton Eco Funerals operated by Swanborough Funerals. What I love about this option is that traditi...onal headstones are replaced with trees and the family are given the GPS coordinates of the burial so that they can easily be found One of the beauties of eco burial is that native trees are planted in the city in lieu of headstones, allowing them to help clean the air of pollution making it cleaner and safer for everyone. A green funeral is environmentally friendly and sustainable and gives back to the community rather than taking from it. And who doesn't love trees? You can find more information on green funerals here https://www.gatheredhere.com.au/green-funerals-australia/ See more

16.01.2022 "In all ranks of life the human hearts yearns for the beautiful; and the beautiful things that God makes are His gift to all alike." Harriet Beecher Stowe

15.01.2022 Most people are surprised at the complexity of creating and lodging a marriage ceremony. In this series we will look at the main components of a Marriage Ceremony and why this may be important. There are many parts to a Marriage Ceremony some are compulsory and some optional here is a list of what can and what must be included in your ceremony; a) Welcome and housekeeping - sets the scene and tone of the ceremony - Optional b) Introduction sets the scene and a teaser of w...hat is to follow- Optional c) The monitum a legal component of the ceremony Compulsory d) The Asking the movie star feel to the ceremony, the part where you say 'I do' Optional e) Reading or Poem adds depth and dimension to a ceremony Optional f) The Vows where you make your legally binding commitment to your partner Compulsory g) Ring exchange - optional h) The Pronouncement where you are officially pronounced as husband and wife / husband and husband / wife and wife Compulsory i) Signing the register official marriage documents are signed in triplicate Compulsory j) Ritual sand ceremony, hand-fasting, petals, broom jumping etc. Confirms the commitment that has been made - Optional k) Reading or poem adds another dimension to the ceremony and reinforces the love that is shared - Optional l) Conclusion and presentation of the newly married couple Optional See more

14.01.2022 "Aerodynamically the bumblebee shouldn't be able to fly, but the bumblebee doesn't know that so it goes on flying anyway." Mary Kay Ash

14.01.2022 Making death a regular part of conversations about life will remove the subject taboo around death, ease your anxiety before the event, and help you prepare well in advance for the only sure thing in life. Prepare a Will. Consider implementing an Enduring Power of Attorney and an Advanced Health Care Directive. Update your Will and official documents every five years. Make sure someone else knows where your important documents are stored. Talk openly about your wishes. No on...e escapes death. It happens to every human who has ever walked the earth and is the one constant in life. I am going to die. Someday. If I have played my cards right I have a good chance of experiencing a long and happy life. In the meantime, it is prudent to prepare for the inevitable don't you think? Check out a Dying to Know event near you to join the conversations around death. Dying to Know Day is held on August 8, 2020 but events run for about a week around that date. Check the website for more details https://www.dyingtoknowday.org/ See more

12.01.2022 Beginnings and endings are inseparable; remove either and everything stops. Paul Bailey in Think of an ElephantBeginnings and endings are inseparable; remove either and everything stops. Paul Bailey in Think of an Elephant

11.01.2022 The first time I was really confronted by death was when I did my nursing training at the Mater Hospital in the early 70s. My Catholic faith had conditioned me to believe that life continued after death of the physical. This is one of the great lessons of Jesus' life in the first century. Life continues after the death of the physical. While nursing I was continually confronted by the reality of death, both professionally and personally. I spent a lot of time contemplating th...is reality life continues after death of the physical body. What did this mean really? What happened to the real person when they die? Over the years I came across many and varied writings about life after death, near death experiences and experiences with spirits. There was just too much information for me to ignore this truth. And it offered hope. Life continues on a different plane. I thought it might be useful to share some of the insights and teachings that have led me to this conclusion so in the coming months I will occasionally post an excerpt from a reading or document or quote that has resonated strongly with me in the hope that you too will open to this wonderful truth life continues on a different plane after we 'die'. "Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection and the life he that believes in me through he were dead yet shall he live. And whoever lives and believes in me shall never die". John 11: 25-26 Here Jesus refers to the ability to progress infinitely in the Spirit World. We do not need to be on earth to grow in love and truth. Life continues after the shackles of the mortal body have been shed and it is a belief in God’s infinite Love and Mercy that aids our progression in Love and Truth whether on earth or in spirit See more

11.01.2022 "Life is what we make it, always has been, always will be" Grandma Moses"Life is what we make it, always has been, always will be" Grandma Moses

10.01.2022 Music sets the tone for the ceremony. Generally, a couple will choose three or four songs to be played during the ceremony. The first song sets the tone for the ceremony. It is generally slow and meaningful and will often outline why the couple fell in love. The lyrics give an insight into the couple's relationship and their hopes and dreams for the future. The second song is used during the signing of the register. This song usually speaks to the deep love that the couple sh...ares and the commitment that the couple are making. The ideal length for this song is four to five minutes. If a shorter song is chosen it is best to have a second song to follow or place the song on repeat. The third song will send the couple of into their new life as a married couple. This song is generally a bit more upbeat and joyful. It is full of celebration and love. It will set the stage for all the years that are to follow. When choosing songs choose ones whose lyrics speak to your heart. It doesn't matter if it is not a traditional wedding song it only matters that it has significance and meaning to you as a couple. Music is used at the beginning to gather the crowd. During the signing of the legal documents it is used to hold the attention of the guests. At the end of the ceremony it marks the beginning of a life together and lets you know that the party now begins. See more

07.01.2022 So I have gone on and on, from one thing to another, always learning, and through learning I have stepped into a more beautiful condition. In the invisible world we advance by stages, but only through learning. Pete Neidemeyer in Thirty Years Among the Dead, Dr Carl A Wickland. September 21, 1918

06.01.2022 When choosing a celebrant, if price is your objective, it is often not hard to find a Celebrant who will offer a generic, one size fits all ceremony. But you have already invested so much into bringing your perfect day to life and there are no do-overs with a ceremony. Until now, you have focused on the party. But, isn't the ceremony, the part where you say "I do", the central reason for the celebration? Doesn't this deserve the most attention? If you want the dream celebra...tion of your marriage shouldn't the focus be on the Ceremony itself? Everything else can be adjusted, outsourced to family and friends, but the ceremony is the legally binding part of the celebration and as such must be officiated over by an authorized Civil or Religious Celebrant. The ceremony is the centrepiece, the reason for the celebration. It makes sense then that this should be the one part that stands out from everything else. Which part of your special day will you remember the most the venue? The food? The music? The Ceremony? The people? Photos can capture most things but the story that is carefully crafted to create the ceremony takes time. This is an important part of your story. Do yourself a favour and ensure that your ceremony remains the centrepiece of the Celebration. Don't rush it. Don't compromise. Cherish the love that you share and the joining of two souls as one just as much as the Celebration, fun and laughter that follows. See more

05.01.2022 The venue you choose will often be governed by your budget. Beware your budget doesn't blow out because you want the best or most formal reception. On the Gold Coast there are many options to choose from at a wide range of prices per person. If budget is tight, consider having a simple picnic reception with delicious catered platters covering a wide range of cold foods. Or perhaps a back yard barbeque is more your style. Keep it simple. The venue and catering is usually the... most expensive component of a wedding celebration. Choose wisely and be mindful that the money you spend here is disposable you will never get it back. Ask yourself "what can we realistically afford? What impact will the cost of this reception have on our savings and perhaps our deposit for a home of our own? How important is having this style of reception in the grand scheme of things? Will this reception create the kind of lasting memories that will be treasured for years to come or will it leave us with a massive hole in our pockets and high levels of stress to recover from? Is it worth it?" When planning your wedding day, including your reception venue and catering, come up with a budget that is realistic and that you can afford without too much stress and stick to it. Celebrate your love and commitment to each other in a way that reflects who you both are, keep it at the forefront of your celebration. See more

05.01.2022 "Every experience God gives us, every person He puts in our lives, is the perfect preparation for the future only He can see." Gorrie Ten Boom

05.01.2022 Do not stand at my grave and weep, I am not there, I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow. I am the diamond glint on snow. I am the sunlight on ripened grain.... I am the gentle autumn rain. When you wake in the morning hush, I am the swift, uplifting rush Of quiet birds in circling flight. I am the soft starlight at night. Do not stand at my grave and weep. I am not there, I do not sleep. Do not stand at my grave and cry. I am not there, I did not die! Mary Frye (1932)

03.01.2022 One of the most difficult events to organize is a funeral or memorial. You have lost a loved one and your heart is broken, particularly if your loved one was young or died suddenly. You feel overwhelmed by a flood of unexpected emotions. The funeral director has given you a list of things to consider and actions to take. But it is all too much right now, you just want to feel your sadness and grief. And you can. Some people just want to get the business of death over and don...e with and then they will grieve fully, in private, without a to-do-list hanging over their heads. That's ok too. Whichever is your preference please know that there is no right or wrong way to arrange a funeral or memorial. The right way is what works for the grieving family. The Queensland Government offers some useful resources for the business of death what to do who to contact how to arrange disposal of the body lawfully Who to notify and when how to register a death. Visit https://www.qld.gov.au/heal/support/end-of-life/after-death for more information. See more