Vivvo CMS 4.1 http://www.pri.org/ ©2010 Spoonlabs d.o.o. http://www.pri.org/files.php?file=rss_682409203.gif http://www.pri.org/ http://www.pri.org/stories/politics-society/reclaiming-the-tradition-of-home-funerals-in-the-u-s-13039.html Politics and Society Thu, 21 Feb 2013 09:00:00 -0600 For decades, Americans have turned to professionals to prepare the bodies of dead loved ones for burial. But now, in at least some circles, that practice is being challenged as a few Americans choose to prepare their own loved ones' bodies on their own. http://http://www.us-funerals.com Politics and Society Thu, 21 Feb 2013 11:06:13 -0600 It is great to see the tradition of home funerals being discussed. As stated in this article - this is a tradition being "re-claimed". We advocate for family-directed funerals instead of paying large amounts to funeral directors to direct rituals that can never be as personal as the care a family give. This article is a guide for families who wish to conduct their own DIY home burial. http://www.us-funerals.com/funeral-articles/do-it-yourself-funerals.html Politics and Society Thu, 07 Mar 2013 14:44:26 -0600 As an independent minister in the San Francisco bay area I have been assisting with and recommending home memorials for some time. It is not for everyone. It is a wonderful alternative for those that want an intimate loving atmosphere. PRI: Public Radio International