Losing a loved one, whether husband, parent or child is the most intense trauma we can suffer.  It is a time when the mind simply cannot cope with all the decisions and arrangements that must be made in a very short period of time.

There are so many legalities and so much paperwork involved it often adds greatly to the distress. Often it is only long after the funeral service is over that a person thinks of things that he or she would like to do to help keep the memories of their loved one at the front of their minds.

Modern life is so fast paced and rushed.  In many ways the world simply no longer caters to the emotional needs of those who have suffered bereavement. You are expected to return to work, smile and take up your daily tasks. People will give you a sympathetic pat on the shoulder and it is full steam ahead.

Visible memory

Where does that leave the person who has suffered the loss? Most often feeling empty and numb. So often people want a tangible way to hold onto the precious memories of their loved one to give them comfort and strength when they are finding things tough.

Ashes jewellery and memorial keepsakes are a wonderful way of doing this. Ashes jewellery enables you to keep a tiny bit of your loved one with you at all times.

Memory stones or touchstones are a perfect example. When you feel the loss most deeply, it is comforting to touch or just hold the touchstone and feel that a part of your loved one is still close to you. These keepsakes are a wonderful innovation and have become very popular. It is a tangible link with your loved one and in our rushed world having something to hold onto is very important.