Keeping Love Alive

Losing somebody we love leaves an empty hole in our lives. And while each loved one forever leaves a footprint on our heart, for many, it’s also important to mark a life with a meaningful memorial.

- Melinda Murphy

Memorialising a loved one allows us to acknowledge that while those we love are no longer physically with us, their memory lives on. This not only celebrates the life of the person who has passed, but also helps those of us left behind to manage our grief. These memorials usually come on a birthday or anniversary of the death, but, in truth, a memorial can be done at any time. Religions also often have special days to acknowledge death. The Buddhist and Taoist in Singapore, for example, celebrate Qing Ming (“Tomb-sweeping Day”) in April, when families visit tombs or niches of their ancestors to pay respect.