Gardens of Memory

11/03/2025

It's No Shave November!

Join the cause for men's health this month. Grow a mustache, donate, or spread awareness.

Learn more: https://us.movember.com/about/foundation

Movember, the month formerly known as November, is a moustache growing charity event held during November each year that raises funds and awareness for men's health.

11/02/2025

Daylight saving time ends at 2 a.m. Sunday. Time to "fall back" one hour. But what does the time change mean for our health? Learn more here:

It's time for most of America to move clocks back on Sunday. Daylight saving time ends in the U.S. at 2 a.m. local time, which means setting your clock back an hour.

10/31/2025

10/22/2025

Mark your calendars: Fall Clean-Up is November 1.

Please collect any items you'd like to keep before then. We'll be removing seasonal decorations and preparing the grounds for winter.

Winter floral arrangements are available now. Order yours here: https://www.gardensofmemorymarion.com/floral-placement-program/

10/09/2025

The right song can say what words can't quite express.
Classical or country. Hymns or rock songs. What matters is that the music feels true to the person you're honoring. Here's how to choose songs for a funeral or memorial service that celebrate their life.

No wrong choices in funeral music—just authentic ones. Learn how to select songs that truly reflect your loved one, from traditional hymns to modern favorites.

09/26/2025

The ability to adapt, cope, and "bounce back" from stress or adversity is called resilience. It's not that resilient people experience less grief or anxiety than others. Instead, they use healthy coping skills in ways that foster strength and growth, often emerging stronger than they were before. Learn four ways to build resilience when you face challenges or loss.

http://bit.ly/3Kr204a

09/02/2025

Labor Day has come and gone, and the season is winding down. Do you experience the end-of-summer blues? Here are some practical tips on conquering the September Scaries.

https://www.realsimple.com/end-of-summer-blues-8702232

08/29/2025

With Labor Day on Monday, a long weekend is ahead for those lucky enough to have the day off. What better time than to try out some of these ideas to stimulate your brain, which can lead to healthy aging.

https://www.marthastewart.com/stimulate-your-brain-as-your-age-8753447

08/11/2025

An article that explores the "journey" of grief, as if there is an expectation that you'll end up somewhere and check off a box. The author asks, Where exactly are we heading? Here are some ideas about cultivating life right where you are, in the season you are in, while still pursuing your goals and hopes.

https://whatsyourgrief.com/grief-seasons-not-steps-living-and-grieving-when-theres-no-set-path/

08/05/2025

After a loss, the world can feel different—including our relationships and social connections. 💙

If you've found yourself wondering how to reconnect with others after grief, or whether you even want to, you're not alone. This isn't about "getting back to normal" or forcing yourself into uncomfortable situations. It's about honoring who you are now while gently exploring what connection could look like in this new landscape—at your own pace, in your own way.

Sometimes the smallest steps toward reconnection can make the most significant difference.

Read more about rebuilding your social life after loss:

https://heatherstang.com/social-life-after-loss/

07/07/2025

The battle is on for what song will be the Song of Summer 2025. No matter what type of music you enjoy, the sound of a tune that resonates with you can ease feelings of loneliness. Attending concerts (even if you don't talk to anyone), sharing music, and making music with others can all help forge connections.

https://www.medicinalmedia.com/explore/music-loneliness-connection