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The loss of a loved one can happen at any time of year. If this happens to be in the winter, you can be left with the choice of whether or not to hold a burial for them in this time of year. While it's not like it used to be where you couldn't hold a funeral in the winter due to frozen ground, there are still more things for you to consider.
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As our awareness of the environment around us becomes more prevalent, people are turning to be more environmentally friendly in as many ways as possible - including funerals. Traditional Western funeral and burial practises can leave a big carbon footprint. Cremation is a more environmentally friendly option than usual burials, however it does use a lot of energy and releases millions of tons of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.
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Autumn is one of the most beautiful times of the year, with cooler temperatures and trees in stunning shades of yellow, orange and red. It is the ideal time to head for a crisp walk with your family, to enjoy a picnic or just take a drive, enjoying the beautiful landscapes outside your window. Autumn is also a great time to plant trees and if you are looking to grow a living memorial of a loved one with The Living Urn's patented tree urn and patented system then it is the ideal time to do so.
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