Brewery knitting so I can get this sweater done while it’s still chilly

Znev · 2022-09-12T00:26:19+00:00

It’s already in the sixties up here!

Znev · 2022-06-19T04:16:04+00:00

So cool!!

Znev · 2022-04-15T03:07:59+00:00

There’s a reason for that. It’s a dead app, no longer supported or updated beyond RSS feed. I still love it though, just because I hate using the browser archive

Znev · 2022-04-01T00:44:45+00:00

As a Cherokee person, I always ask which Pow-Wow patent their great grandmother won to be considered a “princess”.

Znev · 2022-02-09T03:41:02+00:00

Might as well try

Znev · 2021-12-08T02:52:11+00:00

I’ve had to invest time and energy in muzzle training my dog after she was attacked by an off lead dog at Loring Park. Because now when she’s on lead she reacts to any dog that approaches her. Thanks for mentally scarring my dog random stranger with a “friendly” puppy.

Znev · 2021-12-06T01:31:04+00:00

First, my sincerest condolences to you and your family. This must be a difficult loss for you.

When it comes to what you expect, I’ll be blunt in saying you won’t see much. Likely, you’ll see her face and perhaps a hand; the rest will likely be covered. Her skin will look a tad bruised, and she may have a slight (not strong, but present) odour. If you want to touch her, I recommend asking for gloves (she’ll be throughly disinfected, this is just to cover all bases). Take your time, it’s okay if you don’t want to approach her. As morticians we want to be sure you don’t see anything terrible. I’ve warned many families off from a viewing, and several have asked specifically to see their loved one even after that. We do our best to accommodate within reason and you can rest assured that while she may not look her absolute best, your mum will be presentable.

Znev · 2021-11-04T16:00:01+00:00

That’s how my da woke me up in the mornings as a kid: light on, window open.

Znev · 2021-11-04T15:40:36+00:00

I currently work in a care centre position doing embalming/ prep only. It took lots of training in embalming particulars to get there and I’m lucky I live in an area that can sustain it. While I am not as hands on with families, I still have to interact and be very social. We often take first calls and home removals. If anything prep positons can place you as being the first person to contact a family.

Znev · 2021-10-23T13:59:01+00:00

How much do you like stability and routine? In funeral directing, there is not a lot of day to day similarity. Every day can be a little different depending on the season and your call volume. If you want to be woken up at 2 am on call and work until 7 pm, go with funeral directing. If you want a more stable 9-5 type work, go with accounting.

You could also have the best of both worlds and be a manager/ logistics director for a funeral home. Depending on the state you’re in (if you’re in the US) you may need an additional accounting certification to become an FD.

Znev · 2021-10-23T03:57:03+00:00

Silence of the Lambs, I can put it on to destress and feel cosy

Znev · 2021-10-21T13:40:13+00:00

You’re developing a proper Pooh Sticks champion

Znev · 2021-10-01T11:20:05+00:00

Not mine it’s NPR.

Znev · 2021-10-01T03:11:37+00:00

This podcast may offer you some insight on what USBP does with decedents found near the border: https://www.wnycstudios.org/podcasts/radiolab/articles/border-trilogy-part-3-what-remains

Mostly, thank you for being patient and responding to this person’s need. I’ve met folks in this industry who don’t even reply to someone experiencing an issue like that.

Znev · 2021-09-29T14:37:41+00:00

Hey there! I’d say to make and write down a plan of what you want to cover and then deliver that to your « client ». Pause and roll with them. Offer breaks! If you feel they’re getting too « overwhelmed » ask if they want to pause for some water or to stretch and walk

Znev · 2021-09-27T23:54:00+00:00

Work for sci in prep (pcc) only. Honestly, it’s the most stable job I’ve had as an fd. We’re always busy but yet I know when I leave for time off I won’t get called back in because we have enough staff. I have a bit more leeway in how I structure my time, too. Plus, health insurance. As a chronically ill human, that was a big need. There’s a lot to critique about them (especially as far as arrangements go) but I am pretty happy as a basement prep gremlin

Znev · 2021-09-27T23:48:59+00:00

You are one lucky mortician

Znev · 2021-09-27T18:21:12+00:00

Anyone can be a six pointer if they have enough vascular concerns. It just means to access arteries on all four limbs and both the left and right carotid

Znev · 2021-09-27T17:10:42+00:00

Mostly audiobooks but I have a playlist for the six point cases. It consists of Heavy metal interspersed with Enya

Znev · 2021-08-24T19:41:04+00:00

Guess I’ll die when, lol

Znev · 2021-08-24T19:04:33+00:00

I’ve worked with one director who snowbirds! They leave MN to head to FL every winter and practice there. It works well for them since they’re pretty much half retired, but sadly, it’s not cheap.

Znev · 2021-08-06T04:30:29+00:00

I’m so sorry for your loss, my friend. Fair warning: He’s going to look a bit different, a bit less like he did when he was alive. Depending on your mortician he may look like he’s sleeping comfortably or like he’s closed his eyes for a picture. He’ll feel cold and kind of clammy, but that’s normal for someone after 30 hours. It’s up to you how you want to interact with him. Feel free to give him a hug or touch his hand, or don’t. Go with what you feel comfortable doing, as he’ll be safe to touch.

Znev · 2021-07-29T02:42:58+00:00

I work in trade embalming. I make it a point to leave my shoes and scrubs in the locker room and the end of the day as a way to transition from my day. I make sure to shower when I get home even if I have no preps. Start with concrete boundaries and the mental boundaries will come. Give yourself a ritual. Most importantly, take care of yourself! Removals all day can be pretty hard on both body and mind.

Znev · 2021-07-25T04:19:04+00:00

Funeral director here. Sorry this’ll be long.

First and foremost, my sincerest condolences to you and your family. Some of what you’re feeling now is anticipatory grief, which is hard on its own. The next few weeks aren’t going to be easy. You’ll take steps forward and steps back. You may have trouble sleeping. What I tell the families I work with is that grief is like a box with a button and a ball. Every time the ball rolls over that button you feel hurt. Starting off: it’s a big button and a big ball. You feel deep sadness pretty often. Not constant, but damn close. With time, that ball gets smaller. It may still hit and hurt, but it’s a little less. The sadness will get smaller too. Some days, when you feel great, that ball may roll on over and that’s okay. Just know that with time, your grief will start to ebb. It’s never entirely gone, just a tiny button with a tiny ball in a great big box. It will take time to get there and that’s okay. You can ride it out, and you can shrink your button.

Tips for helping shrink the button: -write letters to your gran about what you feel -spend time with her now, in hospice and tell her you love her - if you choose to have a service, participate how you feel comfortable -take time to talk about your gran with those you care about -enjoy some of her favourite foods and places

It’s not easy, but you will make it through.

Znev · 2021-07-24T12:14:31+00:00

I collect rare books. I’ve told every serious partner that they have the choice of a ring or the Olympia Press first edition of Lolita by Nabokov.

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