Meraki in Portarlington, Victoria | Alternative & holistic health service

Meraki

Locality: Portarlington, Victoria

Phone: +61 409 199 908

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20.01.2022 Join me for another wonderful event run by the fabulous people of Compassionate Hearts on the bellarine xxxxx

18.01.2022 Positive Outcomes from COVID As a funeral celebrant I have been amazed by the resilience and creativity of those who are grieving. Recently, I have seen a rise ...in ceremonies that are family oriented, intimate and deeply personal. This contrasts with the sad experiences of many during the time of COVID-19. Memorials and small ceremonies give families a chance to reflect on what is really important to them. Jobs are allocated to the various members of the family, making everyone feel important and able to create something positive out of their grief. A venue can be chosen that has significance for the people concerned and that is convenient for as many as possible. One family, where three sons were grieving the death of their lovely mum, held a beautiful ceremony in a tiny little community hall near where she had lived. They had curated a delightful video of her life, she was honoured by her boys in such a special way, and her middle son spoke lovely words that complemented the eulogy perfectly. There were no ashes or coffin, just a favourite image of a loving grandmother and some vases of fresh flowers. Simple and poignant. The location enabled elderly friends and neighbours to attend, as well as members of the family. Another ceremony was held in a small event room at the local botanic gardens, the deceased had been a garden lover. His ashes were present, and behind the table of memorabilia, was a backdrop of botanical splendour. The room was laid out with big round tables, and coffee orders were taken before the ceremony began. All was COVID safe, and the live streaming service sent images from all angles across many miles around the world. Family, back in New Zealand, including his mum and dad, were able to attend and hear about their wonderful son’s life. The parents probably wouldn’t have been able to fly, even if it hadn’t been during the pandemic. Good live streaming has opened up the possibility of inviting family and friends from far and wide, across the world. Long may this continue. I have had my words sent through the ether to Canada, the US, the UK, New Zealand, South Africa, Europe and all-around Australia. That is amazing! A fine quality live streaming service can make you feel as if you are really there, when physical presence is impossible. The first memorial had involved mask wearing, as this was the weekend of the mini-lockdown in Queensland, and the second had meant limited numbers and spacing around tables. There had been the obligatory sign in, but all were now used to this, and were only too glad that something special could still occur. During the pandemic, life and death have come to the fore. People are reassessing what is important, and sometimes the outcomes have been positive in unexpected ways. If you didn't get the chance to say the final farewell you wanted, consider having a memorial service on the first anniversary of their passing. Your celebrant can help you source a venue, get printing and anything else you might need. Please get in touch with one near you listed on this page on a pinned post at the top. Costs vary depending on area and services required, please reach out and ask the one local to you. Lemise practices as a funeral celebrant in South East Queensland and is part of the Exceptional Funeral Celebrants group. She enjoys helping families create fitting farewell ceremonies for their loved ones.

16.01.2022 I can’t do it for you But I can certainly hold your hand close by your side I can’t take the pain away But I can certainly stay by your side ... W I can’t bring you back to life But I can certainly keep your memory alive I can’t be the one to fight for you But I can be in your corner and cheer I can’t walk through life for you But I can carry you along the road I can’t change the weather to suit you But I can be the sunshine on cloudy days I can’t kiss it better But I can whisper ‘I’m here’ in your ear I can’t make the choices for you But I can certainly advocate your wishes I can’t change your ending But I can be part of your story right now I can’t make you ride a bike But I can help you feel wind in your hair I can’t make you swim in the ocean But I can help you float while you learn I can’t be your dark But I help your light shine bright within you Now that we have worked out what we can and we can’t, let’s write a new story today!!! The late night ramblings of a Doula and Funeral Celebrant. Xxxx As my good friend Mike taught me as a young adult, when I was barely 17. To every negative there is a positive, of either even or greater value. You just have to have an open heart to feel it and open eyes to see it. But no matter what......... I AM HERE!!! Xxxxx

10.01.2022 I just love the writings of this beautiful mummy. Touching many hearts of those who read her heart. What signs do you get to let you know your loved ones are near? For my Nanna S and my girlfriend Tarna-Lee I see dragonflies... For my nephew Damo I see birds of prey like a kite or hawk. For my Nanna B it’s home baked goods like Banana Bread or Peppermint Slice. For my Popsa B it’s the sunshine that warms my entire body. Of course just to name a few xxxx

04.01.2022 Please join me at this wonderful event on zoom.

02.01.2022 I am just one of many Exceptional Funeral Celebrants who are part of this wonderful team. Click on the link for more details. I am here for you