Archive for November, 2009

How to Write Your Own Will

Thursday, November 12th, 2009

How to Write Your Own WillHow To Write Your Own Will

No one likes to talk about his or her own death.  However, unless you hire an estate lawyer or write your will yourself, you could end up leaving your family and other loved ones with a massive legal bill and other problems that could prove to be a difficult burden.

Wills are not just for those with an extensive amount of assets; wills can cover everything from how you’d like certain heirlooms and trinkets distributed to loved ones, who you want to look after your children should you die before them and what assets you’d like liquidated in order to pay for any debts that you might leave behind.  In short, a will is absolutely essential for both your family’s peace of mind, and that of your own.

Yet if you’re not sure of where to begin, writing a will can seem like a daunting if not downright impossible task.  This is why many individuals choose to hire a lawyer for assistance, as a good lawyer can answer any difficult questions about legal processes that happen to your estate upon your death.  Before you choose a lawyer, however, make sure you arrange a time to meet where you can ask certain questions that will help clarify if they have your best interests at heart:

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How To Write A Moving And Heartfelt Eulogy

Sunday, November 1st, 2009

How To Write A Moving And Heartfelt EulogyFor many, writing and reading a eulogy at a funeral is a way of not only paying homage to the life and memory of the deceased, but also as a way to say farewell to a loved one.  A moving eulogy allows the audience to become at peace with the memory of the deceased, as it gives ample opportunity to celebrate what made that person so special and unique.  A eulogy can be as simple as reciting the person’s favorite poem, or as personal as reading special memories out loud to the audience.  Whatever option you choose, if you decide to write a eulogy, you’ll have the opportunity to give a fitting tribute for your loved one, since the eulogy marks the process in which family members and friends can become closer to the deceased while letting go at the same time.

However, many people find writing and giving a eulogy to be a burdensome task, especially if they’re dealing with their own grief.  In this respect, a moving and heartfelt eulogy can be difficult to compose and recite, so if you feel as though you won’t be able to handle the task, then you shouldn’t feel pressured into giving one.

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