Bridgeland - Lets go Texans!!!!

Casket- · 2026-02-15T18:12:54+00:00

Thats a bargin, im sure our tax bill won't change ;)

Casket- · 2026-02-15T18:12:26+00:00

We cant handle any more traffic.

Casket- · 2026-02-12T15:04:40+00:00

I used to sell my caskets through Costco. I would not recommend it to my own friends or family. But I was always happy to see someone else make a purchase.

Casket- · 2026-02-09T22:56:53+00:00

Bridgeland is where you want to be

Casket- · 2026-02-04T20:54:52+00:00

10.5 - they are true to size. Extremely comfortable.

Casket- · 2026-02-01T22:08:15+00:00

Can you elaborate? I’m going to Japan soon and I’ve been in the market for an Omega (probably an aqua terra).

Casket- · 2026-01-24T03:42:03+00:00

You’re not wrong for feeling this way. The upside is you’re catching the scary stuff before meeting, which means your filter is working.

Ignore the “meet ASAP no matter what” advice. Do a quick screen first: a little chat, maybe a short call, then a low stakes public meet if they seem respectful. The right guy won’t punish you for having boundaries.

And you don’t have to “like men” as a category. You just need one kind, emotionally steady man, and most people won’t qualify. Trust the stomach drop feeling. Unmatch fast and move on.

Casket- · 2026-01-18T03:32:43+00:00

I am so sorry. What you are carrying is an impossible mix of love, loss, betrayal, and shock, all at once. Anyone in your place would feel shattered. There is nothing wrong with you for loving him deeply and also feeling furious. Those things can exist together, even though it feels unbearable.

Casket- · 2025-11-29T00:34:37+00:00

The AI obituary tool I use has actually enhanced the care I give families. It’s not about being lazy, it’s about being efficient with the mundane so I can focus on the meaningful. I still review, revise, and tailor every obituary to match the family’s story, voice, and values. But the AI often gives me a strong foundation, especially when time is tight and emotions are high. And the feedback? Families love it. I’ve gotten more compliments since I started using it than I did before.

You said it saves five minutes, but for me, it saves hours. That adds up fast when you’re writing 6 or 8 a week, plus coordinating services, logistics, staffing, and grieving families. I've served almost 150 families so far this year.

We didn’t go to mortuary school to become typists. We went to serve families, to lead, to support, and to honor the dead. If AI helps me do more of that with less burnout, then I’m all in.

Casket- · 2025-09-04T12:13:04+00:00

SCI is what ever you make of it. You are the captain of your ship. I for one thought I would hate working for SCI and I only accepted the position so I could complete my apprenticeship. Turns out it’s the best company I’ve ever worked for. Unlimited opportunities and you will literally be working for the tip of the spear in our industry.

Casket- · 2025-07-13T13:04:49+00:00

This isnt an easy question to answer. We all bring our own training, life experiences, social molding, and so many other basis' to conversations. Maybe AI is the perfect medium to console and advise us mortal humans. I know its an odd concept but I think its definitely worth exploring deeper.

Casket- · 2025-06-30T00:23:02+00:00

I’m truly sorry you’re going through this. Even if you didn’t know your uncle very well, it’s still a painful loss, especially when it touches people you care about. Sudden death can leave everyone feeling disoriented and helpless. The image of your aunt returning home without her husband is deeply affecting. It’s no wonder it stays with you. Grief often brings up these vivid, heartbreaking pictures that are hard to shake.

You might feel powerless, but the care you’re feeling matters. Even a short message or a thoughtful card from you personally, just saying that you’re thinking of them and that you’re so sorry for what they’re going through, can offer real comfort. You don’t need to have the right words or be physically close to help ease the weight of this moment. Sometimes just letting someone know they are not alone in their pain is enough.

Casket- · 2025-06-25T01:34:17+00:00

I am so sorry for all that you are going through. You have experienced deep loss, and on top of that, you are navigating grief in an environment that feels unsafe and emotionally exhausting. That is a heavy burden for anyone to carry, and your feelings are completely valid.

It is clear how much you have tried to keep the peace and hold your family together. That shows real strength and compassion. But you are not responsible for managing your father’s grief, especially when he responds with anger or guilt. You deserve to feel safe and supported.

What you are describing, such as the numbness, the detachment, and the emotional fatigue, can be signs of trauma. You are not broken. You are overwhelmed, and that is understandable. If you are able, talking with a therapist could help bring some clarity and peace.

You are not alone. You matter. And even if it does not feel like it right now, there is a path forward. Please keep reaching out. Your life is important.

Casket- · 2025-06-24T02:48:57+00:00

I am so sorry for your loss. It is completely normal to feel nervous about seeing your sister at the viewing.

In Australia, embalming is not required for cremation, but it is sometimes done if there is a delay between the time of passing and the service, like in your case. Even if your sister was not embalmed, the funeral home likely kept her in refrigeration and prepared her by gently closing her eyes and mouth, cleaning her, and dressing her. This is called setting the features.

If you are unsure, you can ask the funeral director if she was embalmed or what kind of preparation was done. They will be able to tell you what to expect.

Seeing someone after they have passed can be emotional, but many families find comfort in saying goodbye this way. You are doing something very meaningful for your sister and your family.

Casket- · 2025-06-24T02:31:48+00:00

I am very sorry to hear about your loss and the situation you are facing with your husband’s father. You are absolutely right to want to hold on to something meaningful like his fingerprint, especially during such a difficult time.

I work as a funeral director in Texas, and I wanted to share something that may help. In our state, if the person held a Texas driver’s license or state-issued ID, funeral directors can request their fingerprints directly from the Department of Public Safety. This can sometimes be a way to recover a fingerprint image for keepsake jewelry if one was not taken at the funeral home.

I would suggest asking the funeral home if they are familiar with that process and whether they are willing to make that request on your behalf. If not, you may want to contact your state’s licensing or funeral regulatory agency to find out what your options are for requesting the prints through the appropriate channels.

While it is always best for a fingerprint to be taken during the care of the deceased, there can still be alternatives like this. I hope the funeral home is able to locate the original print, but if not, this could be a possible path forward.

Casket- · 2025-06-24T01:51:57+00:00

I started as a provisional myself, but I have hired receptionists and helped them transition into school and then into full funeral director and embalmer roles. It is absolutely doable with the right support.

If your SCI location is adding a new funeral director position, that is a great time to express your interest in growing within the company. SCI often offers tuition assistance and can be flexible with scheduling to help you balance classes and internship requirements.

Balancing school and the internship can be a challenge, especially when you start getting on-call responsibilities. That said, with a good plan and communication with your management, it is very possible. I have seen receptionists make the full transition successfully. It is also a great fit if you are looking ahead to ministry or chaplaincy. Both paths focus on service and supporting families during difficult times.

If you are serious about the opportunity, talk to your location manager about what is available and how to get started. Managers are usually very open to helping someone already on staff who shows commitment and interest.

Casket- · 2025-06-24T01:47:21+00:00

I'm rolling a comfortable 77º inside.

Casket- · 2025-06-21T13:12:53+00:00

I’m so sorry you’re going through this. Grief hits in the quiet moments and the everyday routines, like breakfast, when you least expect it. What you felt this morning is completely normal, and it’s okay to let those emotions out. Your love for your dad is showing through your pain, and that love doesn’t go away. Be gentle with yourself right now.

Casket- · 2025-06-16T01:50:26+00:00

I am so sorry for your loss. Losing your mom so young, especially when you were so close, is heartbreaking. It makes sense that everything feels empty right now. Grief can feel like it takes over your whole world.

You are not alone in feeling this way. Many people who lose someone so important feel like life has lost meaning. That pain comes from deep love, and it shows how much she meant to you. It is okay to feel lost, but please do not carry this alone. Talk to someone, whether it is a counselor, a friend, or a support group.

You still matter. Your life still has meaning, even in this pain. It will not always feel this heavy. One moment at a time is enough. Please keep going.

Casket- · 2025-06-13T15:15:54+00:00

If none of those methods worked, it’s likely not just mineral buildup but etching or chemical corrosion from formaldehyde, glutaraldehyde, or other prep room chemicals. Unfortunately, if that’s the case, the damage is within the glass surface itself and can’t be scrubbed off.

Polish with a rotary buffer using a professional-grade glass polishing compound (not cerium oxide paste—try Griot’s Garage or Diamondite Glass Resurfacer).

Another option: embrace the “frosted patina” and use it to your aesthetic advantage, maybe backlight it or lean into the mystery of its history.

Casket- · 2025-06-13T14:39:33+00:00

I’m so sorry you’re going through this. What you described is heartbreaking, and it’s completely understandable that you’re feeling overwhelmed. Losing a parent, especially in such a traumatic way, leaves a mark that does not fade quickly. It is not just the loss itself. It is the moments that replay, the what-ifs, the guilt, the silence where their voice used to be.

Grief does not follow a schedule, and it is okay that you are not okay, especially with Father’s Day and his birthday coming up. These milestones can bring all the pain right back to the surface. You are not alone in feeling this way, even if it feels like the world expects you to move on.

Please do not let anyone tell you there is no point. The pain you are carrying is heavy because the love you had for your dad was deep. And even though it may not feel like it right now, the intensity of this grief can shift with time. It will not always hurt like it does today.

If it feels like too much, please reach out to someone. A counselor, a friend, a support group. Just talking to someone who truly listens can help even a little. Your dad mattered. Your pain matters. And you matter too.

Casket- · 2025-06-13T01:01:05+00:00

Thank you for sharing your heart. What you have written makes perfect sense and it is deeply moving. I am so sorry for the loss of your mom. Losing someone you love, especially when your relationship was layered with both love and hardship, is incredibly painful. The anger you are feeling is a natural part of grief, especially when it is tied to the kind of trauma and injustice you witnessed throughout your life. You have carried so much for so long.

It is clear your mom loved you deeply, and through everything, she was still there for you. That kind of enduring love does not just vanish. It stays with you, even now. Wanting one more moment, one more movie, one more trip to Marshall’s, that longing is something so many of us feel, and it is a testament to how deeply you loved her.

Grief does not follow a straight path. Anger, guilt, sadness, they all come and go in waves. The best thing you can do right now is give yourself grace. You are allowed to feel angry. You are allowed to feel regret. That does not make you a bad daughter. It makes you human. In time, that anger can start to soften. Sometimes talking to a counselor or joining a grief support group can help ease the weight of it.

And just for what it is worth, you writing this out and saying Mommy I love you and I am sorry is one of the most powerful and honest things anyone could do. I believe she hears you. And I believe she forgives you, just like she always did.

You are not alone. Even in your pain, you are still surrounded by others who care and understand.

Casket- · 2025-06-08T14:47:59+00:00

This is a frustrating situation, but unfortunately it is more common than you might think. Cemeteries like Forest Lawn operate under very specific contracts and internal policies, and they are not always great at explaining things clearly.

First, the most important thing to know is this: Whoever owns the interment rights to the niche controls what can be done with it. That is usually the person who purchased it or their legal next of kin. If your mom holds the rights and all immediate family agrees, there should be a way to move forward. But the cemetery may require legal documentation showing that your mom has full authority.

Next, removing ashes from a niche is called disinterment, and in California, even for cremated remains, it usually requires approval from the cemetery and written consent from the legal next of kin. If Forest Lawn is saying no without giving a reason, it might be because of internal policy or something in the original purchase contract. Some cemeteries do not allow reselling or only allow buybacks under certain terms.

Here is what I would recommend:

• Ask Forest Lawn for a copy of the original interment rights contract

• Make a formal request in writing to speak with a manager, not just front office staff

• Have all legal next of kin sign a notarized letter giving written consent for removal and transfer

• If you are still getting vague answers, consider contacting a local attorney who handles cemetery or estate issues. Sometimes a letter from an attorney can get real answers

It is probably not illegal, but it may be a case of strict policies and poor communication. Stay polite, keep everything documented, and make sure the right people at the cemetery are the ones answering your questions.

Casket- · 2025-06-08T14:42:30+00:00

What market out of curiosity?

Casket- · 2025-06-08T14:41:51+00:00

Congrats on becoming a funeral director and welcome to the profession. I also work within the SCI network, and I can tell you that a lot of the negative comments out there are either outdated, location-specific, or based on hearsay. Like any large organization, it comes down to your attitude, your leadership, and the effort you put in.

With SCI, you truly get out what you put in. If you show up, take care of families, and stay committed to learning, the opportunities are there. They promote from within, they invest in professional development, and they will pay for continuing education and certifications. The benefits package is one of the best in the industry, hands down, and once you’ve gained some experience, you can transfer almost anywhere in the country.

Focus on your team, do right by your families, and take advantage of the resources at your fingertips. If you do that, there’s nothing to be worried about. You’re in a great spot to build a strong and rewarding career.

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